What is the purpose of a bedside table?
This furniture can be called a small functional cabinet, which acts as:
- a stand for a bedside lamp;
- a temporary place for storing small items on the top panel;
- an additional place for permanent storage of things in the inner drawer.
How to choose a bedside table for the bedroom?
When choosing, you should determine for what purpose the bedside table is being purchased: do you need to fit as many items as possible in it or, conversely, creatively fill the free space next to the bed?
You should pay attention to the capacity of the structure, the size and material from which it is made, as well as its compatibility with other interior elements. It is also recommended to choose a cabinet that is approximately the same height as the bed: it will be more convenient to use.
What types of nightstands are there?
It would seem that a bedside table is a simple piece of furniture, but modern designers are not limited in their imagination, so they offer options for every taste:
- On legs. The design, even slightly raised from the floor, looks lighter and more refined, but does not lose its capacity.
- On wheels. A mobile bedside table that can serve as a mobile table.
- Suspended. The wall-mounted design looks airy, as if floating above the floor.
- Soft. A bedside table with filler, upholstered in fabric: from velor to leatherette.
- Frame. An open cabinet without sides: there is only a frame and a base.
- Roll-out. It is part of a table or headboard and, if necessary, rolls out, becoming a separate piece of furniture.
- A transformable bedside table. A functional design that changes its appearance through a movable mechanism.
The photo shows a neoclassical bedroom with a luxurious glossy bedside table on legs.
A nightstand is not always the free-standing structure we are accustomed to. For example, a bedside table can be a table that slides out of a bedside rack:
Material
The material from which the bedside table is made plays an important role in the design: the style of the bedside area and the service life of the product depend on it.
- A wooden bedside table is always an excellent choice, since a solid wood structure is much better quality than furniture made of chipboard or veneer, and looks respectable. It will fit perfectly into most styles: from Provence to classic, because wood is a popular material that can be given any shape. Bedside tables are made from both strong elite wood species (oak, beech, mahogany) and softer, more affordable ones (pine, alder).
- MDF bedside tables can be indistinguishable in appearance from wooden ones, but are much cheaper. Plastic is also an inexpensive material, but a lightweight product is more suitable for children’s rooms.
- A transparent glass bedside table will be, although not the most practical, but a very elegant option.
The photo shows a bedside table made of natural wood.
The photo on the right shows a glass nightstand in the interior of a snow-white bedroom.
- For eco-style interiors, the best solution would be a wicker rattan nightstand: it will definitely win over connoisseurs of natural decorative elements.
- Metal is another common material for creating stylish bedside structures. Usually the frame is made of it, and wood or laminated chipboard is used for the drawers.
- Leather or eco-leather are used in the decor of the facades, giving the product a luxurious look.
Sizes and shapes of the bedside table
Bedside tables differ not only in materials, but also in shape. The standard height of the product is flush with the bed, but high or low bedside tables add originality to the decor, playing on the unusual dimensions of the product. Narrow mini-bedside tables perform the same function: although they do not fit many things, they look incredibly sophisticated.
Small or corner designs are useful in a room where there is little space for a regular bedside table, but the need to comfortably settle in for a night’s sleep does not disappear.
The photo shows two black high bedside tables on the sides of the bed, giving a sense of privacy and comfort.
Bedside tables of non-standard shapes are very popular: round and oval. By placing such furniture in the bedroom, the owner is guaranteed to give the atmosphere uniqueness and completeness. Designs with rounded corners work to create a soft interior with smooth lines.
The photo shows magnificent semicircular bedside tables, the shape and decor of which echo the chandelier and lamps.
Vintage figured designs are in particular demand. Featuring a carved lid and curved legs, as well as intricate fittings, they fit perfectly into refined, sophisticated interiors.
Colors of bedside tables
There are no rules for choosing a specific color, there are only recommendations and examples of successful combinations:
- Compatibility with furniture in the room: for example, a white bed and a bedside table.
- Play on contrasts: a white nightstand against a dark wall (for example, blue) or a classic black and white palette.
- Harmony of the nightstand and decor: colored facades can repeat the pattern of the bedspread, pillows, photo frames, the colors of the paintings.
- Using accents on a neutral background: a bright yellow or green nightstand in a gray setting.
- The color of the product harmonizes with the finish, as if dissolving in it: for example, turquoise on a blue background or wenge on a brown background.
- Chrome details in combination with a gold or silver nightstand.
The photo shows a green lacquered cabinet, which serves as an accent spot in a neutral interior.
- Pastel palette, when only light tones are used: beige, mint, pink.
The photo shows a light wooden cabinet in a delicate setting.
Photos of nightstands in various styles
Bedside tables can serve as indispensable elements supporting the chosen direction.
Loft
Metal and wood are frequent guests in the “industrial” interior style. Combined bedside tables are at the peak of fashion today. The pleasant texture of wood and the roughness of metal fit well into the environment, where deliberately unprocessed textures prevail.
In the Scandinavian style
The cozy, light-filled Scandi style involves the use of natural materials. Wooden furniture with white or contrasting black doors looks great against a light background.
The photo shows a spacious bedroom with a black square nightstand, which adds graphic style to the room.
Provence
Unobtrusive white nightstands, as well as vintage pieces with scuffs and figured elements, fit perfectly into a bedroom in a provincial French style.
Art Deco
Glossy Art Deco abounds in mirror surfaces and geometric lines. Bedside tables with glass or decorated with rhinestones will come in handy here.
Classic
Timeless classics, like baroque, are filled with luxurious materials and smooth lines. Here bedside products are characterized by patterns, gilding, curved shapes, which are in perfect harmony with the traditional carriage coupler.
High-tech
This fashionable trend is characterized by strict and ergonomic decorative components: bedside tables with reflective surfaces and spot lighting built into the headboard.
Minimalism
This trend is characterized by restraint, which means that the furniture should not draw attention to itself. Laconic straight bedside tables without decorations are the best choice for maintaining style.
Bedside table design options in the bedroom interior
Don’t forget about the functionality of bedside structures. Wide bedside tables with a mirror can be used as dressing tables for perfumes. Bedside tables with shelves are convenient for storing books and a phone, and a rotating or pull-out table will allow you to comfortably have breakfast right in bed.
The photo shows two bedside tables with mirrors, which are located in a niche and add depth to the room.
It is especially worth noting the unusual bedside tables, which give a characteristic mysterious shine to the bedside area: these are designs with frosted glass on the top panel, as well as “metallic” products with patina. Reflective surfaces bring lightness to the environment; The same function is performed by products with a forged frame, adding airiness to the interior.
A selection of children’s bedside tables
Cabinets for children, especially for girls, are distinguished by light or rich shades.
The photo shows a children’s room in American style. Red facades act as one of the bright accents.
The design in a boy’s room is more restrained and usually has a minimum of details.
Unusual bedside tables in a bedroom interior
Designers often creatively use ordinary objects as bedside tables: chests, boxes, suitcases, or even all of them together.
The photo shows a country-style bedroom with an original headboard design that forms a single composition.
Even a simple stool or…a retro kitchen table on wheels can help decorate the bedside area.
Bedside table decor ideas
Don’t limit your imagination when choosing a bedside table, because it’s not only a place to store an alarm clock, but also a bedroom decoration.
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