Bedside Tables
Bedside tables and nightstands with drawers, open shelves or cupboards. Many are sold as a pair, and there are wall-mounted and floating units for small rooms.
Finishes include white, high gloss, Sonoma oak, black, concrete grey, rattan, solid pine, mango and reclaimed wood, plus steel. Some have LED lights or charging built in.
Which bedside table style suits my room?
Choose drawers if you want things hidden away, an open shelf for books, and a wall-mounted unit if floor space is tight.
| Type | Good for | Watch for |
|---|---|---|
| 2 or 3 drawer nightstand | Most storage per footprint | Overall height against the mattress |
| Drawer and open shelf | Books, glasses, a lamp | Shelf height for taller items |
| Wall-mounted or floating | Small rooms, easy floor cleaning | Wall type and fixings |
| LED or RGB lights | A soft night light | Power point within reach |
| Charging station or wireless | Charging phones overnight | Which ports are included |
How tall should a bedside table be?
Aim for the top to sit level with your mattress, or up to about 5cm above or below it.
Many cabinets here are 47–50cm tall, while taller nightstands reach about 70cm for high beds. Measure from the floor to the top of your mattress before you choose.
Should I buy bedside tables as a pair?
If both sides of the bed are used, a matching pair keeps the room balanced.
Sets of 2 come in most finishes. Bedroom sets also pair two bedside tables with a 5, 6 or 7 drawer chest.
Do bedside tables with LED lights need power?
Yes. LED, RGB and charging models plug into a power point, so check the cord reaches.
Some smart bedside tables add wireless charging on the top for phones. Plain timber and engineered wood units need no power at all.
What size suits a small bedroom?
Look for a unit about 40cm wide or less, or choose a wall-mounted cabinet that leaves the floor clear.
Floating nightstands around 40 x 31cm hold a lamp and phone without crowding the bed. Leave enough space to open drawers next to the bed frame.
Can I pay it off?
Yes. Pay with Afterpay or Zip, or check out with PayPal. A $109.94 bedside table with 2 drawers and a shelf is four fortnightly Afterpay payments of $27.49.
Pair it with
- Lighting – bedside lamps for reading
- Chest of Drawers – matching storage for clothes
- Bed Frames – a frame to suit your new tables
