Would this work as a nightstand?

13 years ago

I found this antique desk on Craigslist and I really love it. I was thinking it would look great as a nightstand as I was inspired by some similar much more expensive designer pieces.

Anyhow I am supposed to go pick it up tomorrow but I am now wondering if it is too big for my space? It definitely fits, physically, but I wonder if it will look strange? I realized I have a similarly sized piece which I just now set in its place to get an idea and it seems much bigger than I expected. I am not sure I like it, but maybe just because the previous table was quite small.

This table I own is about 1.5" wider, and 1" shorter. So the new table would be slightly narrower but taller.

Also, it is a California King mattress with a queen headboard. We will hopefully be getting the new wood bed soon.

This post was edited by newgardener_in_zone4 on Sun, May 26, 13 at 11:29

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kellykath
13 years ago
I think it will look great! I have done the same thing and
it gives you the opportunity to have a little more space.
newgardener_in_zone4
Original Author
13 years ago
Great thanks! The next step then would to be to find something else for "my" side of the bed :)

I was also going to add the Craigslist item is 33" wide x 19deep x 30" tall.

This post was edited by newgardener_in_zone4 on Sun, May 26, 13 at 11:34
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Olychick
13 years ago
You have plenty of room for it; it won't look over sized for the space and when you have the larger headboard, it won't look as big as it does next to your undersized one. It's a lovely piece and I think you'll love it.
Debbie Laird
13 years ago
Looks great! It is easier to use some tables by the bedside than a bedside as an end table because of the depth.
beekeeperswife
13 years ago
It will look great!
bronwynsmom
13 years ago
I'm for it, too.

I much prefer "real" furniture beside the bed - tables, chests of drawers, writing desks - to the traditional night stand. Too low, too small, too specific in function, and not flexible enough to be used elsewhere if you wanted to. I like the bed to be settled in between things that are more substantial, that have more surface area, and that serve another function as well.

So, yes, use it, and find something of similar proportion, like a small chest of drawers, for the other side. Can't have too many drawers in the bedroom, in my view!
allison0704
13 years ago
I used a small desk next to the bed in DS guest room (can see top, drawers and one leg). Perfect height. Bed is regular height - not too low or high. The one you found is very pretty, and like everyone else, I think it will look great!
Miz_M
13 years ago
Another vote "Yes"! Love the table!