End tables can be a useful addition to many areas of your home. While you might primarily think of this piece of furniture appearing in your living room, you can use it wherever you have a sofa or armchair. Other locations could be a basement, primary bedroom, reading nook, and elsewhere. A lot of people automatically choose end tables that are square, rectangular, or circular, but lots of furniture stores have these tables in a number of other shapes. Here are three end table shapes that you'll be able to find and that may interest you.

Triangle

If you like the idea of buying triangle end tables, you shouldn't have trouble finding several options. This shape is fairly common and can add a unique look to your home. A triangle end table creates contrast in a room in which there are various pieces of furniture and other items that are rectangular or square in shape. You'll see triangle end tables with various types of triangles. Some of them have rounded corners rather than pointy ones, which can create more of a soft look — as well as be more gentle if you occasionally bump into the corner.

Half Round

If you like the idea of a circular end table but also want something that fits a little more snugly against your sofa or chair, a half-round shape can be a good option. You get a table that has a curved shape, but that also has a straight edge that you can position against your piece of furniture. A sofa with a half-round end table at each end can offer a stylish look, especially if you have an oval coffee table in front of the sofa that has similar curves.

Natural

A lot of furniture stores sell pieces that have a natural look — for example, a wooden table that has gently curved edges and that isn't symmetrical. This natural look can be appealing to many people, and you can often find various end tables in this style. A natural-shaped end table can offer somewhat of an eclectic and rustic look that is a good fit in certain environments. If you buy two of these tables, both of which will have slightly different shapes, you can give the room more of a natural look.

If one of these end table shapes appeals to you, learn more by visiting a local furniture store.