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Cozey Eclipse Tables: The Round Coffee and Side Table Explained

A plain guide to our Eclipse coffee table and side table: how the tops and trays work, the sizes, the Oak and Walnut finishes, storage, assembly and what they pair with.

Updated November 9, 20267-min ReadCozey Editorial

Short answer: Eclipse is our round table collection, sold as a coffee table (31.5 inches, or 80 cm, across and 15.4 inches, or 39 cm, high) and a side table (19.9 inches, or 50.5 cm, across and 20.5 inches, or 52 cm, high).

Each has a round top plus a rotating, removable tray, and the pieces can be arranged for open or hidden storage. Both come in Oak or Walnut, with ash wood legs, and our product pages list assembly as tool-free. Round tables suit rooms where people approach from several sides, and Eclipse adds a little storage and a serving tray to that shape. This guide covers the two tables one piece at a time so you can choose the size, finish and set-up that fit your room. For general table advice, see our guides on choosing a coffee table and choosing a side table.

What is Eclipse, and how do the tops work?

Eclipse is a pair of round tables with the same design language: a round top, slim legs and a tray in the shape of a half circle. The Eclipse coffee table and the Eclipse side table each list a rotating and removable tray, a multifunctional design and convenient storage on their product pages.

The coffee table is built from a round tabletop, a top tray and an inside tray. The two half-circle trays can be arranged in different ways to give open or hidden storage. The top tray rotates and lifts off, so it also works as a serving tray that you carry to the sofa and put back. The side table has the same idea at a smaller scale, with a rotating, removable top tray.

Here is how the two compare at a glance.

What is Eclipse, and how do the tops work?

Piece	Overall size	Legs	Tray
Eclipse coffee table	31.5 inches (80 cm) across, 15.4 inches (39 cm) high	4 ash wood legs	Top tray 31.5 x 15.9 inches (80 x 40.5 cm), inside tray 29.9 x 15.2 inches (76 x 38.5 cm)
Eclipse side table	19.9 inches (50.5 cm) across, 20.5 inches (52 cm) high	3 ash wood legs	Top tray 19.8 x 10.1 inches (50.3 x 25.6 cm)

How big are the Eclipse tables?

The assembled Eclipse coffee table is 31.5 inches (80 cm) across and 15.4 inches (39 cm) high. The legs are 2.0 inches (5 cm) square and 10.0 inches (25.5 cm) long, and each has an adhesive felt floor protector.

The Eclipse side table is 19.9 inches (50.5 cm) across and 20.5 inches (52 cm) high. Its legs are also 2.0 inches (5 cm) square and are 16.1 inches (41 cm) long. As general advice, a side table works best with its top level with, or a little below, your sofa arm, so check it against your own.

Each table ships in one carton:

Coffee table carton: 34.4 x 34.4 x 9.1 inches (87.5 x 87.5 x 23 cm), 21.7 lb (9.8 kg).
Side table carton: 22.5 x 22.0 x 7.3 inches (57.2 x 55.9 x 18.5 cm), 9.8 lb (4.5 kg).

Those carton sizes are useful if you are planning a route through a stairwell. Our guide to measuring stairs, elevators and doorways explains how to do that.

As general advice, not a product specification, leave 14 to 18 inches (36 to 46 cm) between a sofa and a coffee table, and keep walkways at least 30 inches (76 cm) wide.

Where is the storage?

The storage in Eclipse is modest and is built into the trays. On the Eclipse coffee table, the half-circle trays can be arranged to leave the storage open or to cover it. The inside tray is 3.0 inches (7.5 cm) high, which suits remotes, coasters, magazines and small decor rather than bulky items.

The side table is not a drawer or a cabinet. Its storage is the tray, which is removable. Treat it as a place for a book, a phone and a cup rather than a hidden compartment. If you want larger storage, compare our coffee tables with storage, including the Mensa and Arca.

What are Eclipse tables made of, and which finishes are there?

Both tables come in Oak or Walnut, as shown on the product pages. The tabletop and trays are 15 mm MDF with a 0.3 mm ash wood veneer, which is a thin sheet of real wood laminated onto MDF. The edges are laminated veneer. The legs are ash wood, stained with a satin finish.

Oak is the lighter, more natural tone and Walnut is the deeper one. Many of our tables come in both, so you can repeat one wood across the room. Our guide to table finishes for a light-coloured sofa walks through the pairing. Veneer over MDF is not solid wood throughout, so check the care information on the product page before cleaning.

How do you assemble Eclipse?

Our product pages list assembly as tool-free for both tables. The coffee table arrives with the tabletop, the top tray, the inside tray, four legs and four floor protectors. The side table arrives with the tabletop, the top tray, three legs and three floor protectors. The legs attach beneath the tabletop, and the floor protectors are adhesive felt pads. We do not publish an assembly time for Eclipse, so we do not state one.

What does Eclipse pair with?

A round table has no corners, so it suits the middle of a sectional or a sofa with a chaise, where people come from several directions. That is design advice rather than a rule. A pair of side tables can also stand on either side of a sofa as a symmetrical pair.

For a longer rectangular table, look at our Tessella coffee table. To plan a whole seating group, read how to pair a sofa, accent chair and coffee table. We do not sell Eclipse as a nesting set, and our guide to nesting tables and space-saving side tables explains what we offer instead.

Who is Eclipse for, and who is it not for?

Eclipse suits a small to medium living room, a sofa with a chaise, or anyone who wants a surface that doubles as a serving tray. It is less suited to a long, narrow wall, where a rectangle uses the space better, or to someone who needs deep hidden storage. The coffee table is 31.5 inches (80 cm) across, so it is a compact choice in front of a three-seat sofa.

Our recommendation

A compact round table in front of a chaise or sectional: the Eclipse coffee table.
A small table beside a sofa or chair: the Eclipse side table, or two as a pair.
A serving tray built in: either Eclipse, using the removable top tray.
Lots of hidden storage: look at the Mensa or Arca instead.
Light and airy: Oak. Warmer and deeper: Walnut.

Both tables are covered by our 5-year warranty.

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Product specifications can change. Check the current dimensions on the product page before ordering.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do the two tops on the Eclipse coffee table work?

The Eclipse coffee table has a round tabletop and two half-circle trays, a top tray and an inside tray. The trays can be arranged in different ways to give open or hidden storage, and the top tray rotates and lifts off. That means you can use it as a serving tray, carry drinks to the sofa and set it back down. Our product page lists a rotating and removable tray, a multifunctional design and convenient storage. Try both arrangements and keep the one that suits how you use the table.

What size is the Eclipse coffee table?

The Eclipse coffee table is round and measures 31.5 inches (80 cm) across and 15.4 inches (39 cm) high, according to the product page. The legs are 10.0 inches (25.5 cm) long. As general advice, leave 14 to 18 inches (36 to 46 cm) between the table and your sofa and keep at least 30 inches (76 cm) clear where people walk. Because it has no corners, it is easy to move around, which helps in a smaller room. Measure your floor space before ordering.

What size is the Eclipse side table?

The Eclipse side table is round and measures 19.9 inches (50.5 cm) across and 20.5 inches (52 cm) high. It has three legs, each 16.1 inches (41 cm) long, and a removable top tray. As general advice, a side table works best with its top level with, or a little below, your sofa arm, so compare it with your own sofa or chair. It also works beside a bed or an accent chair. Check the current size on the product page before you order.

Is there storage in the Eclipse tables?

Yes, a modest amount. Both product pages list convenient storage, built into the trays. On the coffee table, the inside tray is 3.0 inches (7.5 cm) high, and the half-circle trays can be arranged for open or hidden storage. The side table has a removable top tray rather than a drawer. Eclipse suits remotes, coasters, books and small decor. For bulky storage, a credenza or one of our other coffee tables with storage will serve you better.

What finishes do the Eclipse tables come in?

Both Eclipse tables come in Oak and Walnut. The tabletop and trays are 15 mm MDF with a thin 0.3 mm ash wood veneer, and the legs are ash wood with a stained satin finish. Oak reads lighter and more natural, while Walnut is deeper and warmer. Both finishes are shown on the product pages, so you can compare them on screen. We suggest looking at the finish next to your floor and sofa in daylight, since colours on a screen can differ from the real wood.

Do the Eclipse tables need tools to assemble?

No. Our product pages list assembly as tool-free on both tables. The coffee table comes with the tabletop, two trays, four legs and four felt floor protectors, and the side table comes with the tabletop, one tray, three legs and three floor protectors. The legs attach beneath the tabletop. We do not publish an assembly time for either table, so we cannot give you a number. Each table ships in a single carton, so you can plan the route into your home with one box per table.

Does the Eclipse coffee table suit a sectional or a chaise sofa?

It can. A round table has no corners, so people can approach it from several sides, which suits the middle of a sectional or the front of a sofa with a chaise. This is design advice rather than a rule. At 31.5 inches (80 cm) across it is compact, so it works best where a smaller footprint helps. For a long straight sofa, a longer rectangular table such as our Tessella may look more in proportion.

Can I use the coffee table and side table together?

Yes. They share the same round shape, Oak and Walnut finishes and ash wood legs, so they look like a set. Place the coffee table in front of the sofa and the side table at the arm or beside a chair. Both have a removable tray, so one tray can serve drinks while the other stays in place. Pick the same finish for both, or use a single side table if you want something lighter in the room.

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