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4 Ways to Use a Console Table

By: Jessica Dodell-Feder

From: HGTV Magazine

The experts at HGTV Magazine took this adaptable piece of furniture around the house. With some simple styling tricks, a console table can move rooms and take on a new purpose.

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Photo: Kate Mathis. From: HGTV Magazine.

The Traveling Table

Start with a great design in a neutral color so it blends well with any room and any decor. We love this option from HGTV HOME. Wakefield console, $679, bassettfurniture.com

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Photo: Kate Mathis. From: HGTV Magazine.

In the Dining Room As a Bar

Our console table is ready for a party! Lacquer trays protect the top from spills, and they're easy to wipe down and tote around. They are great for arranging your happy hour essentials — glasses, stirrers and cocktail napkins — on them.

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Photo: Kate Mathis. From: HGTV Magazine.

The Essentials

Keep an ice bucket and a compact wine rack on the bottom shelf. Stash dish towels for sudden spills.

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Photo: Kate Mathis. From: HGTV Magazine.

Tools at the Ready

Use bamboo drawer organizers to hold bottle openers and other bar tools.

4 Ways to Use a Console Table

The Traveling Table

In the Dining Room As a Bar

The Essentials

Tools at the Ready

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