Coffee Table Cushion

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Caroline is a young, New York-based interior designer and home decor writer, obsessed with textiles and designer furniture. Backed with rigorous training from a prestigious design school, as well as a profound understanding of material quality and fabric care, she offers spot-on advice on how to furnish your place with reliable, functional, and aesthetically pleasing pieces.

Updated 31/03/2021

For decorative purposes, for additional seating, or whatever reason you need, we have a coffee table cushion for you. Thick and thin, and upholstered for comfort and style, these coffee table benches can convert your coffee table into a makeshift bench, or a footrest, and them put it away when you are no longer needing it. See collection for all the available coffee table cushions.

Buying Guide

How to choose a color for coffee table cushions?

If you’re unsure of what colors to choose for your coffee table cushion, examine the color scheme in the rest of your living room for inspiration. By incorporating colors that are already present in the room, whether in the cushions, curtains, sofas, armchairs, or even painted walls, you can effectively tie the overall design scheme together.

Adding a cushion to your coffee table can be a great way to upcycle your old furniture and refurbish something old to make it new again. Topping a distressed and worn out coffee table with a newly upholstered padded cushion adds sophistication and elegance to the space.

Besides color, consider textures and patterns in your cushion upholstery selection as well. Why not add deep buttoning detail and bottle green velvet reminiscent of the charming Chesterfield design? Or, if you prefer a contemporary look, upholster with a soft charcoal jumbo cord fabric.

What upholstery fabric is the best choice for a coffee table cushion?

The best upholstery fabric for a coffee table cushion should be resistant to spills, washable, and long-lasting. Cotton is a good choice and won’t pill, but you must place it away from direct sunlight to avoid fading.

Linen is another good choice for durable upholstery that is easy to clean. Viscose is a soft, lustrous, semi-synthetic material made of cellulose. It’s delicate, so look for linen, cotton, or polyester blended with viscose.

Whichever fabric you choose, consider how much usage the piece of furniture will get. If your coffee table is in a high-traffic area, you need the most durable fabric you can find. However, if the piece is more decorative, you can opt for fancier, more luxurious fabrics.