Bedside tables are one piece of furniture in the bedroom that gets a lot of use, whether it's to store your glass of water, alarm clock or bedside lamp. This crucial piece of furniture needs to be chosen carefully to ensure you end up with something that’s both aesthetically pleasing and practical. In this article, we take a look at some tips for selecting the right-sized bedside table. You can use these tips when you come to switch your furniture.
The space available
Your choice might be constrained by the space available on each side of your bed. This will depend on the layout of your bedroom and the size of your bed. Before determining how much space you have, consider whether rearranging your bedroom furniture would be possible to give you more space on either side. Turning the bed around or pushing it up against the wall could be one solution; having only one bedside table will be fine if you sleep alone, but it might be frustrating if two of you share the bed. Once you’ve determined your space, make sure you take measurements, these will guide you when looking at your options.
The height of your bed
Generally, your bedside tables should be around the same height as the top of your mattress; this will make them more practical and easy to use. If you have a particularly high bed or a low bed, it might be worth taking measurements of the bed height so you can choose bedside tables that will work with your specific bed. You may need to buy bedside tables that have been designed specifically for low or high beds, depending on the height of your bed and mattress combined.
What you want on the table
A small bedside table can be so frustrating when things keep falling off, and you don’t have space for everything you need. Therefore to avoid this issue, you should consider what items will be placed on top of the bedside table and if you need extra storage space underneath. Some tables have drawers or shelves where you can store away additional things you may want to keep hidden. Others are much simpler in design and only have a top surface where you can place your personal items. If you’re unsure, get all the things you need and lay them out on a table; measure the space you need to comfortably store these items and use this measurement as a guide.
Broaden your thinking
Painted bedside tables look great and can be an excellent option for many households. However, many other options exist for finding a bedside table that works for you. Depending on your space and preferences, you can use a shelf, console table, small chest of drawers or even a stool. Thinking outside the box is even more important if you have limited space or a particularly high or low bed. Often bedside tables are designed to be a specific height to fit most beds; therefore, you might need something else. Shelving can be a great option for any bed height as you can place it wherever you want on the wall. However, shelves are much more permanent compared to bedside tables; they can’t be easily moved around without DIY work. If you’re the kind of person that likes to rearrange their bedroom regularly, shelves might not be the best option for your bedroom. You can find lots of inspiration for different bedside table alternatives on websites such as Pinterest.
In conclusion, there are many factors to consider when choosing the right size bedside tables. The space available, the height of your bed, and what you want to store on the table are all important considerations. You may also want to consider more unconventional options, such as shelves or console tables. By taking the time to think about your needs and preferences, you can choose bedside tables that are both stylish and functional. When you plan carefully and shop around, you can find the perfect bedside tables for your needs. Just remember that if you and your partner have different requirements, the bedside tables you choose don’t necessarily need to be the same. A fun, quirky style is bedside tables that don’t match.