How to Choose Side Tables for a Modern Bedroom or Living Room

A side table is a small piece of furniture, but the wrong height or footprint can make it inconvenient to use. The right table should sit comfortably beside the sofa, armchair or bed while leaving enough floor space around it. Casa Royale carries round, square, nested, glass-top, ceramic and sintered-style side tables in a range of polished finishes.

Start with height

A side table should be easy to reach from the seat or bed beside it. Compare the table height with the sofa arm, chair arm or mattress height instead of relying on one standard measurement. Casa Royale’s confirmed Modern Ceramic Side Table measures 50 × 50 × 55 cm, which gives you a useful reference point when comparing it with your existing furniture.

Check the footprint before the shape

Round tables can soften a room with strong straight lines and can be easier to move around in compact areas. Square tables create a more structured look and can align neatly beside a sofa or bed. Nested sets are useful when you occasionally need more surface area but do not want several separate tables permanently taking up floor space.

Choose the top material for the way you use the room

Casa Royale side tables may use glass, ceramic or sintered-style surfaces depending on the product. Check the individual specification before buying, particularly if a table has a stone or marble-look pattern. The visual appearance alone does not confirm the material.

Use the finish to connect nearby furniture

Gold, chrome, rose-gold and darker finishes can each work well when they repeat another detail already in the room. A side table can echo the finish of a coffee table, console, mirror or sofa detailing without needing to be part of an identical set.

Bring your room measurements

In a living room, the side table should support the sofa and coffee table rather than compete with them. In a bedroom, it should provide practical surface area without crowding the bed. If you are unsure about proportions, bring your key measurements to Casa Royale in Craigieburn and compare the sizes in person. Browse our side table collection before your visit.