Glass shelf console tables sound appealing until you realize how often you'll be cleaning fingerprints and dust -- especially in high-traffic entryways. The Chelsea House Pacific Coast Iron Framed Console Table is a 50-inch narrow console table with dual glass shelves and decorative iron frame, available at LOOMLAN with free shipping.
Full Specifications
| Brand | Chelsea House |
|---|---|
| Overall Dimensions | 50 W x 16 D x 32.25 H inches |
| Weight | 65 lbs |
| Frame Material | Iron |
| Shelf Material | Tempered glass (2 shelves) |
| Finish Options | Antique Gold, White |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Style | Contemporary |
| Designer | Bill Cain |
| Assembly | Yes (minimal glass shelf installation) |
What Is a Console Table?
A console table is a narrow, typically rectangular table designed to sit against a wall in entryways, hallways, or behind sofas in living rooms. Unlike dining tables or coffee tables, console tables are built for display and light storage rather than daily use, making them ideal for holding decorative objects, mail, keys, or lamps.
What You Get With the Chelsea House Pacific Coast Console Table
- 50-Inch Width for Behind Sofas -- At just over four feet wide, this console fits behind standard 60-84 inch sofas without looking undersized, while still working in narrower entryways.
- Ultra-Narrow 16-Inch Depth -- This shallow profile leaves plenty of walkway clearance in hallways and behind sofas, making it one of the slimmest options available.
- Dual Tempered Glass Shelves -- Two transparent surfaces offer storage that won't visually clutter small spaces, perfect for displaying books or decorative objects.
- Iron Frame Construction -- The metal framework provides stability for the 65-pound piece while creating clean geometric lines that work with both industrial and contemporary decor.
- Decorative Cutout Pattern -- The middle shelf features architectural detail that catches light and creates visual interest from multiple angles.
Where Should You Place This Narrow Console Table for Hallway Spaces?
At 16 inches deep, this piece works in tight entryway furniture layouts where traditional wood consoles feel too bulky, while the 32.25-inch height makes it ideal behind most standard sofas in your living room furniture arrangement without blocking sight lines. Pair it with accent tables in similar metal finishes to create a cohesive contemporary look throughout your home.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How deep should a console table be?
- Console tables typically measure 12-18 inches deep, with 16 inches offering enough surface for lamps and decor while leaving walkway clearance in hallways.
- What is a console table used for?
- Console tables provide display and light storage surfaces in entryways, hallways, and behind sofas for holding keys, mail, decorative objects, and lamps.
- How high should a console table be behind a sofa?
- A console table behind a sofa should measure 28-32 inches tall to sit level with or slightly below the sofa back for visual balance.
- What is the difference between a console table and a sofa table?
- Console tables and sofa tables are the same furniture type -- the names are used interchangeably based on placement location.
- Does this console table ship free?
- Yes, LOOMLAN offers free shipping to the continental United States with no minimum order required.
- What assembly is required?
- Minimal assembly is required to install the two glass shelves onto the iron frame.
Trade & Commercial Specifications
Interior designers, architects, and hospitality buyers save up to 40% through the LOOMLAN Trade Program with no minimum order -- compare to CB2 Trade (25% off, $1,000 minimum) or Arhaus (30% off, $2,500 minimum). This 65-pound iron and glass console table works in residential and commercial applications including boutique hotel lobbies, office reception areas, and model home staging.
| Trade Pricing | Up to 40% off -- apply free |
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| Commercial Use | Suitable for hospitality and office environments |
| Volume Orders | Project Concierge for orders over $5,000 |
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