Luxury Mirrored Coffee Table Looks on a Sensible Budget

A mirrored coffee table can bring a sense of glamour and light to a living room without needing an extravagant approach. The luxury look depends less on the name behind a piece and more on detail: neat bevelled edges, carefully aligned panels, a considered mirror tint and solid construction beneath the glass. Place the table where it catches daylight or lamplight, balance its shine with soft fabrics and matt textures, and style the top sparingly, and it will look refined rather than showy. In this guide we explain what separates a well made mirrored table from a disappointing one, how to choose between silver, smoked and bronze finishes, and what to check on edges, corners and bases. We also look at placement in typical UK living rooms, how mirrored pieces cope with family life and pets, and how to keep the surface looking clear with simple everyday care. A short FAQ answers the questions we hear most about mirrored tables....