Lift-Top Coffee Tables

Lift top coffee table hardware and raised height

A lift top coffee table uses spring or hydraulic hinges to raise the top up and forward, so the surface sits closer to your lap while you stay on the sofa. Some models here use hydraulic hardware that slows the top as it closes, and select models lift only part of the top while the rest stays fixed.

Check the listed raised height and weight limit before using a raised top as a desk, and keep fingers clear of the hinges when lowering it.

Lift top coffee table with storage

Most models here are a lift top coffee table with storage, with a hidden compartment under the top for blankets, remotes, chargers and games. Some add drawers, open shelves or cabinet doors below, select models include LED lights, and a few come with ottomans for extra seating.

Round lift top coffee table and other shapes

A round lift top coffee table suits small rooms and sectionals, and some here have fluted drum bases in walnut or black. Rectangular models line up with a long sofa and give the largest surface, square models fit deep sectionals, and oval models soften the ends.

Widths run 29.8 to 47.2 inches and depths 18.9 to 32.5 inches. Leave about 18 inches between the sofa and the table so the top has room to rise toward you.

Solid wood lift top coffee table construction

For a solid wood lift top coffee table, check the construction line on each listing. Most models here list solid wood parts, usually paired with MDF or engineered wood panels, and select models pair solid oak with a steel frame.

Other tops include sintered stone and marble-look surfaces, and select models use vegan leather or a metal frame. Wipe the top with a soft, slightly damp cloth and dry it, and set hot dishes on a trivet rather than directly on a wood finish.