IKEA Just Made the Most Practical Coffee Table for Small Patios – It’s Portable, Space-Saving, and Less Than $50
This clever outdoor coffee table from IKEA reimagines what we know as a stationary furnishing into a portable piece that's perfect for small patios
Just like their indoor counterparts, outdoor coffee tables are a central feature of patio design. They ground the scene, providing a flat surface to rest drinks, snacks, or to prop up your feet. If you have a large outdoor area, they're beneficial for making it look whole. But if your patio is small, they become frustrating furnishings – necessary for the space, but overwhelmingly large and immovable.
That's where IKEA's MÅBÄRSSKSSKÄR Coffee Table comes into play. Unlike traditional outdoor coffee tables that are stationary by design, this version is meant to be moved. It's lightweight and features two top handles – almost like a handbag – that allow you to pick it up and carry it all around your patio.
When you need a spot to rest your drink outside, simply place this table beside you. And when you need more patio space, just move it out of the way. In my mind, it's the coffee table that every small patio needs, and at only $50, it's the coffee table that every small patio deserves.
Made from powder-coated steel, this coffee table is a durable choice for outdoor use. Its frame design extends upwards, creating makeshift handles that allow you to pick up this 10lb. table to move it around. Conveniently, this table is designed with a lip around its edge – ensuring that nothing will fall overboard while in motion.
At first glance, IKEA's MÅBÄRSSKSSKÄR Coffee Table reminds me of the TV tables that my grandparents had in their living room. And in a way, it serves a similar purpose – providing extra table surface when needed and disappearing when not. But unlike my grandparents' TV tables (which hailed from the 1970s and were made of orange-toned vinyl wood), this outdoor coffee table is ultra-chic with its curved frame and soft white color. Whatever the aesthetic of your patio, this outdoor coffee table will seamlessly integrate into the design scheme.
This outdoor coffee table has been cleverly designed with a raised rim, which keeps things in place while the table is in motion.
Aside from its oh-so-clever handle and its portable nature, this table has other practical design features, too. For instance, its top surface is designed with two small holes on either side – a convenient feature for draining in case of spills. Plus, it features a rim around its surface, too, which is extra helpful for keeping things from falling when in motion.
And despite its lightweight nature, this table is by no means overly delicate or flimsy. In fact, it's made from powder-coated steel for durability outdoors, and reviewers rave about its surprisingly sturdy frame. So although it's lightweight, it's still substantial. And despite its small size, it's a spacious pick.
Though it can be beneficial for any scenario, I envision it as a host's best friend – carry it into your kitchen, assemble it with drinks and snacks, and carry it back outside with ease. See how I'd style it, below.
How I'd Style IKEA's MÅBÄRSSKSSKÄR Coffee Table
No outdoor space is complete without some form of lighting. This portable lamp would be perfect for IKEA's MÅBÄRSSKSSKÄR coffee table because of its slim build. It'll cast the perfect glow onto the table itself while spreading ambient light across your outdoor space. This lamp is outdoor-safe, too, making it ideal for use on patios.
Keep your outdoor parties stress-free with unbreakable glassware, like this acrylic goblet from Anthropologie. On a windy day, or even if someone knocks into it, this glass won't shatter. Plus, its stylish look makes it all the more desirable to use and to elevate outdoor gatherings.
Give your home a burst of sunshine this summer with this playful jug. Its yellow and white stripe pattern is exceptionally exciting. Fill it with lemonade and rest it on your outdoor coffee table to serve refreshing drinks in style on a hot summer day.
Shop More Outdoor Tables
Every outdoor space – no matter how big or how small – deserves a proper coffee table. Shop a few variations that are just as stylish and practical for small spaces as IKEA's MÅBÄRSSKSSKÄR coffee table, below.
This outdoor coffee table is slightly smaller than IKEA's MÅBÄRSSKSSKÄR table (measuring just 20"), making it an ideal choice for those with limited outdoor space. It's made from acacia wood, which is not only a durable choice for outdoor furniture but a timeless choice, too. There's no doubt that this coffee table can elevate your outdoor space, no matter how small.
If you prefer furniture with organic silhouettes and flowing shapes, then this outdoor coffee table is the pick for you. Its size is slightly larger than other picks (measuring just over 3' wide), but still a prime choice for small outdoor spaces. Made from concrete, it's undeniably durable, and its sleek cream color gives it an elegant flair.
Though not designed with handles like IKEA's MÅBÄRSSKSSKÄR coffee table, this coffee table is still portable, all thanks to its foldable design. Measuring 30" in diameter, it's large enough to hold plates, a portable lamp, and drinking glasses, but it's petite enough not to overwhelm a small patio. Plus, its green color makes it a playful outdoor furnishing.
There are so many reasons to love IKEA's MÅBÄRSSKSSKÄR Coffee Table – from its slim yet spacious design and its neutral color to its raised rim and, of course, its convenient handles. It reimagines the standard coffee table from something large, clunky, and immovable to something lightweight, refined, and mobile.
That said, it's not the only outdoor coffee table that we have our eyes on from IKEA. In fact, the LÅGASKÄR Coffee Table has caught our attention, too. Though unassuming at first glance, this coffee table is designed with a hollow interior for extra backyard storage. Consider it the outdoor storage idea you didn't know you needed.
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