Side Tables

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A side table keeps a lamp, drink or book within reach of the sofa or bed. Choose from round and square tops, nesting sets that tuck away, C-shaped tables that slide over a seat, and designs with a drawer or shelf. Aim for a top roughly level with your sofa arm and leave a clear path to walk past. Pair one with coffee tables and console tables, or browse all tables and living room furniture.
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How to choose a side table

Lamp table, bedside or nest

The range covers classic lamp and end tables, nesting sets that tuck under each other, bedside tables with a drawer or shelf, and some small coffee tables that work as a side table in a tight space. Many shoppers use them beside the bed, so check for storage if you want somewhere to keep a book or charger.

Get the height right

Next to a sofa, aim for a top level with or slightly below the arm. Beside a bed, a top roughly level with the mattress is easiest to reach. Measure your sofa arm or mattress height and compare it with the listed dimensions.

Shape and footprint

Round tops are easier to walk past and suit tight corners. Square and rectangle tops sit neatly against a sofa or wall and hold more. Nesting sets give you two or three surfaces that tuck away when not needed.

Materials

  • Solid and reclaimed timber handles daily use and each piece looks a little different.
  • Marble, stone and concrete tops are heavy and steady.
  • Metal frames keep the look light and slim.

Budget

Prices start from about $30, with most around $80 to $130. Solid timber and stone pieces sit higher. For bedroom pieces, see bedside tables, and for lighting to go on top, browse lamps.

Side Tables: common questions

How tall should a side table be next to a sofa?

Aim for the top to be level with, or a few centimetres below, the sofa arm. That makes it easy to put a drink or remote down without reaching. Measure your sofa arm height and compare it with the height listed on each table.

Can I use a side table as a bedside table?

Yes, many people do. Pick one with a top roughly level with your mattress, and look for a drawer or shelf if you want to keep things off the top. For more options with drawers, see bedside tables.

Are the side tables made of real wood?

Some are solid or reclaimed timber, while others use engineered wood with a timber-look finish, or metal, marble, stone or concrete. The material is listed on each product, so check the description if solid timber matters to you.

Do side tables need assembly?

Some arrive fully built, while others need simple assembly, usually screwing in the legs or attaching a shelf. Check each listing to see if assembly is required and what tools are included.

Can I use a side table outdoors?

Only if the listing says it is suitable for outdoor use. Most side tables here are made for indoors, and timber or engineered wood can warp or mark if left in the rain. For a balcony or patio, look at tables listed for indoor and outdoor use.

What shape side table is best for a small space?

A round table is easier to move around and has no corners to bump into. A C-shaped table can slide over the sofa seat, and nesting tables give you extra surfaces you can tuck away. Check the listed width and depth against your space.



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