Ideal furniture clearances in small spaces include thirty two to thirty six inches for main walkways to allow smooth movement. Around chairs and tables, at least twenty four inches clearance prevents crowding. Leave six to twelve inches between seating and walls for comfort and cleaning access. Clearances help rooms breathe and avoid the awkward, cramped feeling caused by furniture that swallows the space. Always measure your room and furniture footprint before buying to maintain these ergonomic clearances.