subject: Make A Great First Impression with a Hallway Table [print this page] Author: Tammara Cameron Author: Tammara Cameron
Just because it is a small area doesn't mean you shouldn't put some thought into the design elements in your foyer or entryway. After all, it is the first area of your home that a guest will see so it is a great place to make a statement about your home. A hallway table is a good way to provide a decorative touch and make a statement to those that visit your home. There are many design choices out there for every taste and budget. For an elegant look, choose a simple walnut table with slender legs. A Bombay chest with drawers can lend an exotic feel and give you added storage. If you want a log cabin feel, use a rustic hallway table and for a modern look use glass or metal. Even though a hallway table will take up space in your foyer, it will actually make it appear larger than it is. Just don't get one so big that it crowds the area that will be used to walk through. If you are ordering online be sure to measure the space you need to fill and check the measurements of the item you are considering to buy. Tape out the floor or place boxes in the space where the hallway table will go so you can better visualize what size you need and make sure there is enough walking room. You also want to stay away from open doorways or table heights that aren't suitable for the chair rail in your foyer. Some of the items to search for online, in addition to hallway tables, are hallway chests and especially sofa tables. It is often impossible to tell the difference between a sofa table and a hallway table. Their functions are interchangeable and they look the same. The difference is simply the label they are given. Chests can be good options due to their storage capabilities and height depending on your design needs.About the Author:
