I use 2 things. My 36" X 48" butcher block that is a great height with a lower shelf; and my late husband's 42" X 78" drafting table with the cop that will store vertically when not being used. I store it in my spare bedroom; and pull it out into my front room when in use. And even make the top vertical to have 'out of the way' in the living room when I'm not using it temporarily. Both are a great height....unlike dining room tables etc that get you in the back.