Console Table Decorating Ideas

Considering the small amount of space there is on a console table, the less accents on it the better. Wherever you have the table, the dcor on it should accentuate the table as well as the space, not draw away from it. Decorating the table can be a challenge, but it could have wonderful results. Does this Spark an idea?

Collection of Photographs

You can mix and match the frames but having one type and color of frame can give it a more streamlined look. Use the same frame but in varying heights and similar shapes; for example, a tall brown rectangle frame next to a short square brown frame. Instead of mixing black and white photos with colors, consider just having all of one type. If there are some photos that you would like to transfer to black and white, you can easily change them by using a photo editing program or by sending them to a local photo processing center.

Silver Decor

To dress up a console table, consider adding an elegant touch of silver. Put silver candelabras on either end of the table and a silver decorative bowl in between. To protect the surface of the table, put a runner underneath the items. Consider one that is white to complement both the dcor and the color of the table itself.

Decorative Lamp

A plain lamp could look boring on a console table; it may appear as though you added the lamp just to put any item on there. Consider one that has a decorative and elaborate base so it can stand on its own as a decorative piece. It doesn't necessarily need a runner underneath it; it could look beautiful on its own.

Vase with Flowers

One option you have with flowers is to use a regular, cylindrical vase with a very large bouquet of flowers that stretches out past the sides of the vase; you can use faux flowers if need be. Another option is to use a larger vase, such as one that is rectangular, and fill it with flowers. Both options can help balance out the size of the console with the single vase.

Tray with Candles

Place a large, rectangular mirrored tray in the center of the table, preferably one that has an elaborate frame on it. Place pillar candles of varying heights on the tray along with several loose crystals scattered along the bottom. Consider using candles that are off white, which can go with almost any color dcor.