Bedside table - Stylish & Custom-Made
Bedside Table — Practical & Stylish Next to Your Bed
A bedside table is the last thing you see at night and the first thing you touch in the morning. It therefore deserves just as much attention as the rest of your bedroom. At Industrial Home, you'll find bedside tables in solid wood, with steel frames or in combinations — each with its own character. Compact or spacious, floating or on legs: we have it all, and we custom-make it if needed. In the bedroom, slow living is gaining ground: soothing materials, natural wood, and a minimalist ambiance that invites relaxation.
With 60,500 searches per month, "bedside table" is one of the most searched furniture items in the Netherlands. And rightly so — the right bedside table can complete your bedroom. Our collection offers a suitable choice for every bedroom style.
Types of Bedside Tables
Bedside table with drawer
The most functional model. A drawer under the top provides space for your book, earbuds, medicines, or other small items you want close at hand but don't want on the surface. Popular in combination with an open compartment or shelf underneath.
Bedside table with shelf
The open shelf at the bottom is light, airier than a drawer, and ideal for larger items like a reading lamp, crate, or decorative basket. It gives a calm, Scandinavian look.
Floating bedside table
A floating or wall-mounted bedside table is attached to the wall and has no legs. Advantages: the floor remains free (spacious and easy to vacuum), the height is fully adjustable, and it has a sleek, modern look. Ideal for smaller bedrooms.
Bedside table on legs
A bedside table on thin or sturdy metal legs has a warm industrial or Scandinavian character. It looks lighter than a solid standing model and fits well in an open, airy bedroom.
Materials for Your Bedside Table
- Solid oak: Sleek, strong, and timeless. Oak has a fine grain and lasts for decades. Available in natural, grey stained, or dark. Combines beautifully with white or grey bedding.
- Mango wood: Warm, characterful, with sometimes spectacular grain. A mango wood bedside table is an eye-catcher in any bedroom. Suitable for both industrial and warm, bohemian interiors.
- Walnut: Dark, warm, and elegant. Walnut has a rich, warm color that combines excellently with gold or copper-colored fittings and white bedding. Luxurious appearance at a reasonable price.
- Black (stained or powder-coated): A black bedside table gives the bedroom a tough, distinctive look. Works well in combination with light bedding and a light floor for strong contrast.
The Right Height — How to Choose?
The ideal height of a bedside table is equal to the height of your mattress plus the bed base — typically 50-65 cm. The top should be at the same height as where your hand reaches when you're lying in bed and extend your arm. This makes it easy to grab your phone, glasses, or a glass of water without sitting up.
For a low bed or a box spring without a high headboard, choose a lower model (45-55 cm). For a high bed or a raised mattress, choose a higher bedside table (60-70 cm).
Combine with bed and dresser
For a cohesive bedroom look, choose bedside tables that match your bed and dresser in material and style. Do you have an oak bed? Go for an oak or lightly stained bedside table. Do you have a dark industrial bed? Then choose mango wood or black metal. Industrial Home offers the same materials for bedside tables, dressers, and beds, so you can create a completely matching bedroom.
Bedside Table Size Chart
| Type | Width | Height | Depth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compact floating | 40–50 cm | Adjustable | 20–30 cm |
| Standard with drawer | 45–55 cm | 50–60 cm | 35–45 cm |
| Wide with drawer + shelf | 55–65 cm | 55–65 cm | 40–50 cm |
| On legs | 40–55 cm | 55–65 cm | 35–45 cm |
| Custom-made | Any size | Any height | On request |
Your Bedroom, Your Bedside Table
Industrial Home custom-makes everything. Do you have a specific niche width, a custom-sized bed, or a special request? Send us your own design or sketch, and we will turn it into the perfect bedside table. Color, material, dimensions, and layout — you decide.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bedside Tables
Trending in current interior design
This product fits perfectly with current interior trends: smoked oak, wabi-sabi, japandi, slow living, biophilic, fenix. Solid wood, organic shapes, and slow living design are central — furniture that is not only beautiful but lasts for generations. The combination of robust craftsmanship with timeless design makes this a long-term investment.
Trending in current interior design
This product fits perfectly with current interior trends: reed. Solid wood, organic shapes, and slow living design are central — furniture that is not only beautiful but lasts for generations. The combination of robust craftsmanship with timeless design makes this a long-term investment.
Buying advice: choosing the right bedside table
- Ideal height: equal to or max. 5 cm above mattress height. Average mattress height 55-70 cm (box spring) or 25-40 cm (standard slatted base).
- Width: minimum 35 cm for lamp + phone + glass of water. 45-55 cm is comfortable.
- Distance to bed: 5-10 cm between bedside table and bed for easy sheet changing.
- Floating bedside table: mount at 55-65 cm height for a standard mattress, higher for a box spring.
- Symmetry: two identical bedside tables create calm in the bedroom — a deliberate choice in wabi-sabi and Japandi is asymmetry with harmonious materials.
What height should a bedside table be?
The ideal height is equal to the top of your mattress — typically 50-65 cm. When you are in bed, the top of the bedside table should be within arm's reach. Therefore, always measure the height of your bed (including mattress) before choosing a bedside table.
Is a floating bedside table practical?
Yes, absolutely. A floating bedside table is space-saving, easy to clean underneath, and fully adjustable in height. The only consideration: the wall must be sturdy enough for the brackets. In a plasterboard wall, always use plug anchors or attach to the wooden studs.
Which material is best for a bedside table?
That depends on your style and budget. Solid oak is durable and timeless. Mango wood is warm and unique. Walnut is elegant and dark. Black metal is robust and strong. At Industrial Home, you can always choose a combination of wood and metal for the best of both worlds.
Can I order a custom-made bedside table?
Yes. Industrial Home custom-makes all bedside tables. Provide your desired dimensions, material, and finish, and we will create a personalized proposal.
How do I combine bedside tables with my dresser?
Choose the same wood type or the same frame material as your dresser. Do you have a mango wood dresser? A mango wood bedside table with the same steel frame creates a cohesive, professional look. Of course, you can also deliberately vary for an eclectic interior.
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