Check practical spacing for sofas, coffee tables, beds, dining chairs, televisions and walkways.
Enter your measurements
Use consistent units and check product packaging before purchasing.
How to use this tool
- Select the furniture or walkway type.
- Enter the distance available.
- Add TV size when checking viewing distance.
- Compare your measurement with the suggested range.
Frequently asked questions
How far should a coffee table be from a sofa?
About 14 to 18 inches usually keeps it reachable while leaving comfortable legroom.
How much walkway space is comfortable?
Thirty-six inches is a useful target for main walkways, while smaller secondary paths may work at about thirty inches.
How far should dining chairs be from a wall?
Allow at least 36 inches from the table edge, with 42 to 48 inches preferred for busy walkways.
How is TV viewing distance estimated?
For many 4K televisions, a starting range is roughly 1.2 to 1.6 times the screen diagonal.