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Should a bedside table be higher or lower?
As a general rule of thumb, the top of your nightstand should be level with the top of your mattress, or about 2-4” taller. It’s much easier for somebody to reach above to grab something when they’re laying on the bed, as opposed to reaching below.
How high should my nightstand be?
RULE: 24”-27” is the ideal height for a nightstand but just keep the height 5″ higher or lower than the top of your mattress. Nothing worse than reaching over for a glass of water and having to crawl out of bed to try and find it on a super low nightstand. RULE: Keep your nightstand in the scale with your bed.
Can I put a nightstand in front of a window?
The bigger the better! A large nightstand will naturally look good in front of a window because it will fill up the entire space and give it a proportional feel. Pro Tip: Make sure the nightstand isn’t too high though because it might take away from the window and make it look out of place.
Where should nightstands be placed?
The genreal rule is for the nightstand to be equal to the top of the mattress or just above, but if you prefer to reach down, you can always choose to have your nightstand lower.
Do nightstands have to be the same height?
When sifting through bedroom design ideas and choosing a pair of bedside tables to sit on either side of your bed, there are a few things to consider. First, think about the scale and height of nightstands in relation to the bed. And, while many people opt for matching nightstands, that’s not absolutely necessary.
Can a bedside table be higher than the bed?
Can nightstands be different heights? They absolutely can be different heights! Nightstand sellers need to be able to accommodate a variety of bed heights. The average height of a nightstand is 24”-28” inches, but they can be over 30”.
What should be the height of bedside table?
The ideal height for a nightstand or bedside table is roughly even with the top of the mattress, i.e.; the sleeping surface (see below). Give or take a few inches, you want the top of the table to be level with the mattress, making it easy for you to reach and creating a clean sightline across the bed.
Can you put a bed between two windows?
bed between two windows – even with the overlap the curtain panels to either side seems to make it work out fine! you could even angle the bedside tables or nightstands inward just a bit??? Can always try and change it back IF you have other options… King beds make some rooms more difficult!
How tall should a bedside table lamp be?
24 to 27 inches tall
The sweet spot for bedside lamps is 24 to 27 inches tall. “You don’t want a tiny lamp on a big table or a small table with a towering lamp,” says Griffin.
Do dressers and nightstands have to match?
It is not mandatory for nightstands and dressers to match. Instead, the nightstands and dresser in your bedroom space should complement each other and coordinate with the other furniture and decor in the room. These pieces can complement each other through: Style.
What is the difference between a nightstand and a bedside table?
A nightstand is typically defined as a small, low bedside table that usually has drawers. A bedside table is defined as a small table beside a bed. Some believe there is just one main difference: Nightstands are expected to have at least one drawer, while bedside tables are not.
Is there a way to make a nightstand taller?
The best ways to raise your nightstand include: Adding something on top to make your nightstand higher. Using furniture risers on the bottom of your nightstand. Using a piece of furniture to raise the nightstand. Paying a carpenter to raise it however you like.