Coziness, high comfort of use and ergonomics - these are indicators that are important for any furniture, regardless of its type and price. In any bedroom, if it is furnished in compliance with the banal rules of furniture placement, there will definitely be a comfortable large bed, a spacious wardrobe for various clothes, and a bedside table. Such a cabinet, despite its usually not the most impressive dimensions, can store a large number of things and household items inside, and will also make the atmosphere in your home harmonious and functional. Choosing the best option for a bedside table in our online store “ Furniture on Matsesta ” will be quite simple if you know a few simple selection rules and points that you need to pay attention to when choosing.
How to choose a bedside table for the bedroom?
When choosing, you should determine for what purpose the bedside table is purchased: do you need to fit as many items as possible in it or, conversely, creatively fill the free space next to the bed?
It is worth paying attention to the capacity of the structure, the dimensions 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 level with the bed: this will make it more convenient to use.
Boxes
When choosing an office cabinet, you need to know the number and dimensions of the things that are supposed to be placed in it.
Office cabinets are usually equipped with 3-4 drawers in which you can store various things. Sometimes you can find options that have 2 drawers: one is regular, the second contains folders in a vertical position.
Some cabinets have a flat top drawer for storing office supplies. For greater convenience, this box is equipped with a plastic stand with cells.
What types of bedside tables 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 sophisticated, but does not lose its spaciousness.
- On wheels. A mobile bedside table that can serve as a mobile table.
- Hanging. The wall structure looks airy, as if floating above the floor.
- Soft. A bedside table with filling, 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.
- Transformable cabinet. A functional design that changes its appearance through a movable mechanism.
The photo shows a bedroom in a neoclassical style with a luxurious glossy nightstand with legs.
A cabinet is not always the free-standing structure we are accustomed to. For example, a table that can be pulled out from a bedside rack can serve as a bedside table:
Type
An office cabinet is used to store documents and employee belongings, place office equipment, stationery, televisions and other interior items.
Stationary
– a spacious and massive cabinet that does not require moving around the office. Such furniture usually stands along the walls or perpendicular to them, thereby dividing the office space into separate sections.
Mobile
(roll-out) – has wheels that make it easy to move it around the office and install it where it is most needed at the moment. This advantage makes the mobile cabinet an attractive choice, especially when it is necessary to frequently change work areas or during wet cleaning. Typically, such cabinets are less spacious than stationary ones. Another weak point is the wheels, which can fail.
Side-mounted/under-desk
– a small cabinet with legs (with or without adjustment), which is installed close to the table or under it. An attached cabinet increases the working area of the main table. In terms of ease of movement, this model occupies a middle position between a stationary and mobile cabinet.
Side table with extended tabletop
– significantly increases the usable area of the main table due to the long lid adjacent to it. It is desirable that the tabletop have a cutout for ease of use and greater aesthetics.
Material
The material from which it is made plays an important role in the design of the bedside table: 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 solid wood construction is much higher quality than furniture made from chipboard or veneer, and it 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 species (oak, beech, mahogany) and soft, more affordable ones (pine, alder).
- MDF cabinets 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 bedside table made of glass 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 bedside table in the interior of a snow-white bedroom.
- For eco-style interiors, the best solution would be a wicker rattan bedside table: it will definitely captivate connoisseurs of natural decorative elements.
- Metal is another common material for creating stylish bedside designs. Usually a frame is made from it, and wood or chipboard is used for the drawers.
- Leather or eco-leather is used in the decoration of facades, giving the product a luxurious look.
Kinds
There are many types of bedside tables. They are conventionally divided into 3 main categories - by size, location and equipment. Each type has its own positive and negative sides, as well as features that distinguish it from other options.
First, you should decide on the placement option for the cabinet. It depends on how and where it will be used. The final choice will affect the ease of use of the furniture. Types of products depending on location:
- Floor stand. This classic design can have almost any shape, style, or purpose. This design has a minimum of restrictions. Here you can place photographs, a TV, a stereo system, flowers, and other decorative elements. This type of cabinet with drawers on wheels is suitable for tools. Floor structures are located on legs or stands. It is also possible to use the lowest part of the cabinet as a support. This solution loses only in design, since it is already quite outdated, but it is ideal for classic interiors.
- Wall cabinet. From the name it is clear that it is attached to a vertical surface. This is convenient, because dust and debris will not accumulate under it. Also visually and actually it will take up less space. This solution looks more impressive and is most often used to create modern designs. The disadvantages here include the need to clearly control the weight of the structure and the objects placed on it. There is also no such freedom in choosing a shape as with a floor solution. A wall cabinet is not suitable for those who rent a home or simply do not want to damage the walls or drill holes in them. You will also have to forget about any mobility here.
The unusual shape of a wall cabinet can lead to the fact that even a lightweight structure will not hold up well. When purchasing and installing such a product, you need to pay great attention to the fastening elements.
Wall-mounted
Floor-standing
Also, cabinets are divided by size. Here everything is somewhat simpler than with the location. There are only 2 categories - wide and narrow. The former will look more impressive, all other things being equal, due to their massiveness. A wide cabinet will accommodate more items, which increases its storage efficiency. On the other hand, such furniture with a drawer requires a lot of space so as not to interfere with the passage. It will also be significantly more expensive due to its size and will lose out to a compact cabinet in terms of mobility. Putting it on wheels to move from room to room will be much more difficult, but a narrow model is perfect for these purposes. It will also take up less space and save money. Narrow models are chosen as hanging cabinets.
Benefits of long TV stands, placement tips
Manufacturers offer the largest selection in terms of equipment level. The abundance of mechanisms used in the design allows you to choose an option for the specific needs of each person. The main equipment elements of the cabinets are:
- Wheels. The most popular element of outdoor furniture. Roll-away cabinets are convenient in all areas of activity. This could be, for example, a bedside variation, located in a small room and allowing you to move it in and out of the bed at the right time. The drawers available in models with this solution would be perfect for storing tools and constantly moving them when necessary.
- Trays. If ordinary bedside tables come with two or three drawers, then the presence of this element of equipment reduces their number to one. This design involves a removable shelf. This is where you put small items, magazines, newspapers, glasses, remote controls - everything that you need to have on hand regularly, but it is not advisable to scatter it all over the house.
- Mechanisms for height adjustment. The rarest variety. It will be useful if the cabinet is often moved and it is convenient to use it at different heights in different places. Also, such furniture is well suited for a TV to adjust the viewing angle.
Types of cabinet tables, characteristics, placement features
Cabinets with central locking are interesting. They are useful for those who want to hide something from children. Personal items are sometimes stored here, not very valuable (after all, this will not save you from burglars), but those that are undesirable for other household members or guests to see.
On wheels With tray
With height adjustment and swivel
With central locking
Sizes and shapes of the cabinet
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 cabinets add originality to the decor, playing on the unusual dimensions of the product. Narrow mini-bedside tables serve the same function: although they don’t fit a lot of things, they look incredibly sophisticated.
Small or corner designs are useful in a room where there is little space left for a regular bedside table, but the need for a comfortable night's sleep does not disappear.
In the photo there are two black high tables on the sides of the bed, giving a feeling of privacy and comfort.
Bedside tables of non-standard shape are very popular: round and oval. By placing such furniture in his bedroom, the owner is guaranteed to add uniqueness and completeness to the atmosphere. 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 echoes 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 sophisticated, sophisticated interiors.
Colors of the bedside tables
There are no rules for choosing a specific color, there are only recommendations and examples of successful combinations:
- Compatibility with the furniture in the room: for example, a white bed and a bedside table.
- Play with contrast: a white cabinet against a dark wall (for example, blue) or a classic black and white color scheme.
- Harmony of bedside table and decor: colored fronts can repeat the pattern of bedspreads, pillows, photo frames, and the colors of paintings.
- Using accents against 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 combined with a gold or silver bedside table.
The photo shows a green lacquered cabinet that serves as an accent spot in a neutral interior.
- Pastel palette, when exclusively light colors are used: beige, mint, pink.
The photo shows a light wooden cabinet in a delicate setting.
Selection rules
In order not to make a mistake with your choice, and at the same time not to regret the money spent, you must always remember the basic rules:
- The style and shade of the cabinet must be selected to suit the room. Even if there is no specific focus, the color scheme should not stand out too much from the general background.
- Even before purchasing, it is necessary to carefully check the build quality and operation of the mechanisms.
- The material should be selected with an emphasis on health safety.
- It is necessary to know in advance exactly what function the cabinet will perform. This makes it easier to weed out all unnecessary options before coming to the salon.
- You need to be careful when purchasing cheap furniture. When manufacturing it, they often save on important structural components. Such “frugality” of the manufacturer will lead to the need to quickly replace furniture.
If you need mobile furniture to store small but necessary things, a cabinet with drawers is the ideal choice. Very often it is purchased for rented apartments, so it is easy to take with you when moving. A variety of color and stylistic solutions allow you to use this element in any interior.
Carefully check the operation of the mechanisms
When purchasing a cabinet, you should take into account all the interior details, color scheme
Photos of bedside tables in various styles
Bedside tables can serve as indispensable elements that support the chosen direction.
Loft
Metal and wood are frequent guests in the “industrial” interior style. Combined bedside tables are at the height of fashion today. The pleasant texture of wood and the roughness of metal fit well into a setting where deliberately raw textures predominate.
Scandinavian style
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 bedside table, which adds a graphic touch to the room.
Provence
Unobtrusive white nightstands, as well as antique items with scuffs and curly elements, fit perfectly into a bedroom in a provincial French style.
Art Deco
Glossy art deco is replete with mirror surfaces and geometric lines. Nightstands with glass or decorated with rhinestones will come in handy here.
Classic
Timeless classics, like baroque, are filled with luxurious materials and flowing lines. Here, bedside products are characterized by patterns, gilding, and curved shapes, which are in perfect harmony with the traditional carriage screed.
High tech
This fashionable trend is characterized by strict and ergonomic decorative components: cabinets built into the headboard with reflective surfaces and spot lighting.
Minimalism
This direction is characterized by restraint, which means that the furniture should not draw attention to itself. Laconic straight cabinets without decorations are the best choice for maintaining style.
Design options for bedside tables in the bedroom interior
Don’t forget about the functionality of bedside structures. Wide cabinets with a mirror can be used as dressing tables for perfumes. Bedside tables with shelves will be convenient for storing books and phones, and a rotating or extendable table will allow you to comfortably have breakfast right in bed.
In the photo there are two cabinets with mirrors, which are located in a niche and add depth to the room.
Particularly worth noting are the unusual nightstands, which give a characteristic mysterious shine to the bedside area: these are designs with frosted glass on the top panel, as well as “metal” products with patina. Reflective surfaces bring lightness to the environment; Products with a forged frame serve the same function, adding airiness to the interior.
Purpose
First you need a clear understanding of what a bedside table with drawers is needed for. In addition to decorating and filling the room, such furniture is a good way to store things. Moreover, these can be any little things dear to the heart, as well as specific items of a separate category.
A cabinet with drawers on wheels for storing tools will allow you to always have screwdrivers, pliers, screws, nuts, and tape measures at hand. It is convenient to keep valuables in such furniture if you additionally use a lock. A cabinet under the refrigerator can accommodate various food products, vegetables, for example, onions or potatoes, which can be stored well indoors.
The advantage of such a piece of furniture is that it is compact, but can accommodate many different, and sometimes voluminous, things. At the same time, if you store something valuable in it, you don’t have to worry that the eyes of robbers will fall on this item in the event of an attempt to steal. The disadvantages include insufficient reliability - it is unlikely that you can use even a metal cabinet with drawers as a full-fledged safe, only if you choose a specialized one.
Under the refrigerator
For tools
A selection of children's bedside tables
Wardrobes for children, especially for girls, are distinguished by light or rich shades.
The photo shows an American-style children's room. Red facades serve as one of the bright accents.
The design in a boy's nursery is more restrained and usually has a minimum of details.
Unusual nightstands in the bedroom interior
Often, designers creatively use ordinary objects as bedside tables: chests, drawers, suitcases, or even all together.
The photo shows a country-style bedroom with an original headboard design that forms a single composition.
Even a simple stool or... a kitchen table on wheels in a retro style can help in decorating the bedside area.
Decor ideas for bedside tables
You shouldn’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.
