Do they have to match?

When choosing a pair of bedside tables, it is important to consider both style and function. In terms of style, you may want to choose tables that match the other furniture in your bedroom. Consider the material being used - is it natural wood such as solid mango wood or acacia wood or maybe a combination of mango wood and metal. Is there a style theme going on such as a mid-century look or maybe an urban industrial style or perhaps vintage bedside table vibe? You’ll also need to make sure that the tables are the right size and shape for your needs. For example, if you plan on using your bedside table for reading, you will need to make sure that it is tall enough to hold a lamp and has a flat surface for placing books. Once you have considered both style and function, you can then decide whether or not you prefer a matching set. Once that's decided the decision enters what colour territory. Will you go for a light mango or a dark mango? Hand painted or carved mango? Industrial style or BoHo chic? While many people prefer having a pair of identical tables, there is no rule that says they have to match. Ultimately, the decision is up to you.

What to put on them?

Bedside tables come in all shapes and sizes, but what should you put on them? If you have chosen a compact option, then you might want to keep it clear for tasks like reading or writing. A larger choice gives you more options to use it to finesse your home décor to the next level. For example, you could keep a lamp,
a vase of flowers, or a picture frame on it. You could also use it to store items like your alarm clock, your book, or your glasses. In fact some customers choose to use their mango wood bedside cabinet as a dedicated lamp table in the living room. A built in storage drawer is always useful for keeping things tidy and can often incorporate an extra decorative feature such as a brass inlay. Ultimately, it's up to you how you use your bedside table. But with a little bit of thought, you can turn it into a stylish and functional part of your bedroom.

What is the best choice to go with a grey bed?

Making the right choice can be tricky- you want something that will complement your bed and bedroom furniture, but also make a statement in its own right. If you're stuck on what colour to go for, why not try a natural wood grain? The beauty of solid mango wood is that it has the potential to be left in a natural light mango finish or stained to match the colour of other dark wood types. Bedside tables with drawers are ideal for storing all your night-time essentials, and a light mango colour will help to brighten up your bedroom. If you're looking for more bedside tables ideas, why not try a mismatched pair? Bedside tables don't have to match perfectly, so you can get creative and mix and match different colours, materials and textures to create your own unique look, or co-ordinate with other pieces in the room such as the dressing table or chest of drawers. Pairing up a vintage bedside table with a rattan bedside table can create a distinctive boho look whilst a carved bedside with a mid-century bedside table can bring a design textural depth to your room.

How high should they be?

Bedside tables are an important part of any bedroom furniture set up. They provide a place to put a lamp, alarm clock, book, or other item that you need within reach while you are in bed. But how high should bedside tables be? The answer may depend on the size and style of the bedside table. Smaller, more compact options can be as low as 50cm, while larger examples may be up to 71cm tall. If you have a slim bedside table, it may be best to keep it on the lower side so that it does not look out of proportion. Ultimately, the decision of how high to make your bedside table is up to you. Just be sure to pick a height that is comfortable for you and that will not block your view of the door or window.

Where to get bedside tables

You may ask yourself where is the best place to get bedside tables? Well there's certainly a lot of choice out there so in the first instance consider what the existing decor is in your room. Are you going for an eclectic boho vibe maybe featuring geo mango carving or hand painted drawers, or a more modern urban industrial contemporary look, or perhaps the ever popular mid-century style is appealing? Are you looking for something that has assembly required or do you prefer a pre-built handmade choice? If you are based in the United Kingdom, then MalletandPlane.com has a fantastic selection of handmade bedside tables. There is a wonderful selection of solid mango wood standard and compact bedside tables, handmade, pre assembled and ready for immediate despatch. There are examples of natural mango bedsides which have an oakish finish, the deeper chestnut finish is very popular and all come with simple assembly, just needing the legs to be attached. There is also the possibility of choosing a matching solid mango wood hand carved dressing table in either light mango or dark mango to create a cohesive look in the room. Most of the pieces are hand crafted in Jaipur, representing the highest quality artisanal Indian furniture.

What’s the difference between a bedside table and a nightstand? 

Is this a trick question? Well from our extensive research we found the following: A bedside table is a small table or cabinet that is placed next to a bed. A nightstand is a piece of furniture that is specifically designed to be used as a bedside table. Nightstands are usually taller than bedside tables, and they often have drawers or shelves for storage. Bedside tables can be used for any type of storage, but nightstands are typically used to hold items such as alarm clocks, books, and lamps. Nightstands are also sometimes called bedside cabinets. Whichever term you use, they are an essential part of your home decor and you must consider solid mango wood furniture an an excellect option when considering your new bedroom furniture. Hope that clears it up!