Basket Trays for Coffee Tables: 3 Woven Options

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Quick answer

Three basket trays for coffee tables options are compared here by their listed size, and the sections below use each product’s own listing data. 2 Pack Round Woven Tray lists 13.4″ L × 13.4″ W × 2″ H; 13.8 inch Round Rattan Tray lists 13.8″ L × 13.8″ W × 2.6″ H; Gibson Home Riverrun Grove 17″ Woven lists 4″ D × 17″ W × 4″ H. By listed floor footprint, Gibson Home Riverrun Grove 17″ Woven is the smallest (0.47 sq ft) and 13.8 inch Round Rattan Tray the largest (1.32 sq ft). Specifications come from Amazon listing data checked October 4, 2026; we have not tested these products. Recheck the selected variant and the current price on Amazon before ordering, because titles and specification fields can change.

Quick compare: the products in this guide

Sizes come from the Amazon listings as we read them; check the product page for the current details before you buy.

Product	Listed details	Link
2 Pack Round Woven Tray, Water Hyacinth Serving Basket, Decorative Wicker…	13.4″L x 13.4″W x 2″H; material Water Hyacinth	See details on Amazon Affiliate link
13.8 inch Round Rattan Tray, Decorative Coffee Table Tray, Ottoman Tray,…	13.8″L x 13.8″W x 2.6″H; material Rattan	See details on Amazon Affiliate link
Gibson Home Riverrun Grove 17″ Woven Decorative Serving Tray – Large Natural…	4″D x 17″W x 4″H; material Water Hyacinth	See details on Amazon Affiliate link

Three options at a glance

Pick	Listed dimensions	Floor footprint	Footprint rank
2 Pack Round Woven Tray	13.4″ L × 13.4″ W × 2″ H	179.56 sq in (1.25 sq ft)	Middle
13.8 inch Round Rattan Tray	13.8″ L × 13.8″ W × 2.6″ H	190.44 sq in (1.32 sq ft)	Largest
Gibson Home Riverrun Grove 17″ Woven	4″ D × 17″ W × 4″ H	68 sq in (0.47 sq ft)	Smallest

1. 2 Pack Round Woven Tray, Water Hyacinth Serving Basket, Decorative Wicker Tray for Coffee Table, Bathroom, Living Room, Kitchen — Middle listed footprint

Listed details: dimensions 13.4″ L × 13.4″ W × 2″ H; item weight 0.64 kg; material Water Hyacinth; color Natural.

This listing is for a two-piece set of round woven trays made of natural water hyacinth, described as hand woven. The large tray is listed at 13.4 inches by 13.4 inches by 2 inches high, and the small tray at 11.8 inches by 11.8 inches by 1.6 inches high. The large tray’s listed footprint works out to 1.25 sq ft. The listing names the coffee table, bathroom counter, entryway and bedside table as uses, and mentions candles as something to store. Item weight is listed as 0.64 kg, and the listing does not say whether that covers one tray or both.

Pros

• Two trays in one listing: a 13.4 x 13.4 inch large tray and an 11.8 x 11.8 inch small tray
• Natural water hyacinth material, hand woven according to the listing
• Shallow listed heights of 2 inches and 1.6 inches keep the profile low on a table

Cons

• The listing does not state a weight capacity, so do not assume it suits a full coffee service
• The bullets do not mention handles, so carrying it with a load may be awkward
• The 0.64 kg weight is not broken down per tray, so the weight of each piece is unclear

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick this if you want two nesting-size trays to separate small items, such as candles on one and remotes on the other. Skip it if you need a stated load limit or built-in handles.

2. 13.8 inch Round Rattan Tray, Decorative Coffee Table Tray, Ottoman Tray, Woven Serving Tray with Handles, Wicker Serving Basket, Whitewash — Largest listed footprint

Listed details: dimensions 13.8″ L × 13.8″ W × 2.6″ H; item weight 10.56 ounces; listed maximum weight 10 pounds; material Rattan; color Whitewash.

This listing is a 13.8 inch round tray made of 100% rattan in a whitewash color, with cut-out handles. Listed dimensions are 13.8 inches by 13.8 inches by 2.6 inches high, which gives a footprint of 1.32 sq ft, the largest of the three. The listing recommends a maximum weight of 10 pounds, and item weight is 10.56 ounces. It is described for serving food, fruit, coffee, tea and bread, and for holding decor items on a coffee table or countertop. The listing calls the base sturdy but gives no further detail on how it is built.

Pros

• States a maximum weight recommendation of 10 pounds, which the other two listings do not
• Cut-out handles are listed for moving it between rooms
• Largest listed footprint of the three at 13.8 x 13.8 inches (1.32 sq ft)

Cons

• At 1.32 sq ft it takes the most table space, which matters on a small coffee table
• Only one tray is listed, so there is no second piece for sorting items
• Whitewash color is the only finish listed, so it will not blend with a darker natural tone

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick this if you want to serve drinks or snacks and want a stated 10 pound limit to work with. Skip it if your coffee table is very small or you want a natural brown tone.

3. Gibson Home Riverrun Grove 17″ Woven Decorative Serving Tray – Large Natural Water Hyacinth Basket w/Wood-Bead Trim & Handles for Coffee Table Décor, Ottomans, Centerpieces & Kitchen Counter Display — Smallest listed footprint

Listed details: dimensions 4″ D × 17″ W × 4″ H; item weight 15.2 ounces; material Water Hyacinth; color Natural Water Hyacinth.

This is an oval woven serving tray from Gibson Home, made of natural water hyacinth with integrated handles and a country rustic style. The listing contradicts itself on size: the dimensions field says 4 inches deep by 17 inches wide by 4 inches high, while the box contents say 17 x 17 x 4 inches. The 0.47 sq ft footprint comes from the first figure only, so verify the real size before relying on it. Item weight is listed as 15.2 ounces, and the listing gives no weight capacity. The box contains one tray.

Pros

• Integrated handles are listed for carrying it from counter to table or room to room
• Tallest listed rim at 4 inches, which may help hold loose items in place
• Natural water hyacinth, described as handwoven

Cons

• The listing contradicts itself: 4 x 17 inches in the dimensions field versus 17 x 17 inches in the box contents
• No weight capacity is stated, only an item weight of 15.2 ounces
• The listed 4 inch height is the tallest of the three, which makes it bulkier on a low table

Who it is for / who should skip it: Pick this only after confirming the true dimensions with the seller, if you want a deeper tray with handles. Skip it if you need a firm footprint figure to plan your table layout.

What to check before buying basket trays for coffee tables

Start with the footprint, because a tray that crowds a coffee table defeats its purpose. The three listings give 13.4 x 13.4 inches (1.25 sq ft for the large tray), 13.8 x 13.8 inches (1.32 sq ft) and 4 x 17 inches (0.47 sq ft). The third figure conflicts with the box contents, which say 17 x 17 x 4 inches, so do not rank that tray by footprint until you confirm its real size.

Second, decide whether you want one tray or two. The first listing is a set of two, with the small tray at 11.8 x 11.8 x 1.6 inches. The other two describe a single tray. A pair lets you separate remotes from candles; a single tray makes one clear focal point.

Third, check what the listing says about load. Only the rattan tray states a maximum weight, 10 pounds. The other two do not. If you plan to carry a full coffee set, that number matters; if the tray will sit still holding a candle or a remote, the missing figure matters less.

Fourth, look at handles. The rattan tray lists cut-out handles and the Gibson tray lists integrated handles. The first listing does not mention handles in its bullets, so confirm before buying if you want to carry it.

Fifth, rim height. Listed heights are 2 inches, 2.6 inches and 4 inches. A taller rim keeps small items from sliding, but it makes them harder to grab from the side.

Decision rules: choose the first listing for two-tray flexibility, the rattan tray for the stated 10 pound limit and a clear footprint, and the Gibson tray only after you verify its size.

Worked example: fit math for these three options

This worked example is our own planning arithmetic from the listed dimensions, not test results. The wall length and walkway width are assumed example values; replace them with your measurements.

Wall example. Assume 36 inches of clear wall.

• 2 Pack Round Woven Tray: 36 − 13.4 = 22.6 inches spare; centred, 11.3 inches on each side before trim, plugs or curtains.
• 13.8 inch Round Rattan Tray: 36 − 13.8 = 22.2 inches spare; centred, 11.1 inches on each side before trim, plugs or curtains.
• Gibson Home Riverrun Grove 17″ Woven: 36 − 17 = 19 inches spare; centred, 9.5 inches on each side before trim, plugs or curtains.

Walkway example. The US Access Board gives 36 inches as the minimum clear width for an accessible route. That figure is a yardstick, not a rule for private homes. To keep 36 inches clear beside each product, the walkway between it and the opposite obstacle must be at least 36 inches plus its depth:

• 2 Pack Round Woven Tray: 36 + 13.4 = 49.4 inches of total path width.
• 13.8 inch Round Rattan Tray: 36 + 13.8 = 49.8 inches of total path width.
• Gibson Home Riverrun Grove 17″ Woven: 36 + 4 = 40 inches of total path width.

Footprint. Depth × width, converted at 144 square inches per square foot:

• 2 Pack Round Woven Tray: 13.4 × 13.4 = 179.56 sq in, or 1.25 sq ft.
• 13.8 inch Round Rattan Tray: 13.8 × 13.8 = 190.44 sq in, or 1.32 sq ft.
• Gibson Home Riverrun Grove 17″ Woven: 4 × 17 = 68 sq in, or 0.47 sq ft.

Mistakes to avoid

• Trusting a footprint without checking the box contents. One listing here gives 4 x 17 inches in one place and 17 x 17 x 4 inches in another. Read every size line before you measure your table.
• Assuming every tray can carry a full tea or coffee service. Only one of these three states a weight limit (10 pounds). If the listing is silent, treat it as decorative until the seller confirms otherwise.
• Buying a set when you need a single large tray. The two-piece set has a large tray of 13.4 x 13.4 inches and a small one of 11.8 x 11.8 inches. If you want one big surface, the single 13.8 inch tray is the closer match.
• Ignoring handles. If you plan to move the tray between rooms, check for them. The rattan and Gibson listings mention handles; the set’s bullets do not.

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Frequently asked questions

What size basket tray fits a small coffee table?

Measure the table first and leave open space around the tray. Among these listings, the footprints run from 1.25 sq ft (13.4 x 13.4 inches) to 1.32 sq ft (13.8 x 13.8 inches). The Gibson tray’s size is contradictory in its listing, so confirm it before buying.

Can I serve drinks on a woven basket tray?

Only the rattan tray states a limit, a maximum weight recommendation of 10 pounds, and it describes serving coffee and tea. The water hyacinth listings do not state a weight capacity, so check with the seller before carrying a loaded set of cups.

Do these trays have handles?

The 13.8 inch rattan tray lists cut-out handles, and the Gibson Home tray lists integrated handles. The two-piece water hyacinth set does not mention handles in its bullets, so confirm before buying if you plan to carry it.

Is the two-tray set a better choice than a single tray?

It depends on how you use it. The set gives a 13.4 x 13.4 inch tray and an 11.8 x 11.8 inch tray for sorting small items. A single tray, like the 13.8 inch rattan one, gives one larger surface and a stated 10 pound maximum weight.

Products worth checking

We have not tested these products. Sizes and features come from the Amazon listings as we read them; where a listing does not say, we say so.

Sources checked

• US Access Board guide to clear width
• Amazon listing for 2 Pack Round Woven Tray, Water Hyacinth Serving Basket, Decorative Wicker Tray for Coffee Table, Bathroom, Living Room, Kitchen
• Amazon listing for 13.8 inch Round Rattan Tray, Decorative Coffee Table Tray, Ottoman Tray, Woven Serving Tray with Handles, Wicker Serving Basket, Whitewash
• Amazon listing for Gibson Home Riverrun Grove 17″ Woven Decorative Serving Tray – Large Natural Water Hyacinth Basket w/Wood-Bead Trim & Handles for Coffee Table Décor, Ottomans, Centerpieces & Kitchen Counter Display

Specifications come from the Amazon listings as we read them for this guide. Product details and availability can change, so confirm on the product page before you buy.

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