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Help me find a sideboard!

6 years ago

I think I need some help! After spending a year trying to find the perfect sideboard via facebook marketplace I’m ready to give up and go retail. Only problem is I can’t seem to find something I love!

Here’s our dining room - it’s kind of a blank slate since the table/chairs will eventually be replaced.
Because we’re in a condo space is limited, so I’m looking for something roughly 70-80” wide, 30”+ tall and less than 20” deep (the less deep the better!), but at the same time with plenty of storage. So far I’ve looked at the Room&Board Hudson, and if it had just cabinets and no drawers I’d probably just buy it already. I also liked the Copeland Exeter. Full price it’s way over budget (I’d like to stay around/under $3K), but they recently had a sale where it was $3700, plus free delivery, plus $300 back in points, and I guess I could do that if I didn’t find anything better. Then again both of them are fairly pricey for something that I’m not super excited about, so open to all options and ideas!

Comments (28)

  • 6 years ago

    Have you considered getting 2 identical pieces to fit side by side? It will look like a long side board but much more versatile as they could be separated at a later date. I bought two identical 3 drawer chests years ago and I have used them as a long dresser, other times separated them with a dressing table and now one is a bedside table and the other sits nicely beside the dressing table.


    A 60-70 inch piece demands a long empty wall and sometimes you just don't have it. Just a thought.

  • 6 years ago

    I actually did consider getting two smaller pieces, but haven’t really gone looking yet since I’m not giving up hope on finding one long one... I had a few delivery mishaps with an inexpensive Amazon sideboard and had a large box that was roughly 75x21 inches sitting in that space for several months, and those dimensions actually worked nicely.

  • 6 years ago

    Thanks! I was just looking at Horchow this morning - I think their inventory mirrors Neiman Marcus? This search made me realize just how hard it is to price shop - a lot of the same items are being sold under different names across all the major sites. Like there’s a cane door sideboard at Pottery Barn that’s also sold at Neiman/Horchow and I think I saw the same one at Williams-Sonoma, all called something different! I thought only Wayfair did that.

  • 6 years ago

    a few ideas, with the first option, you could buy 2 and butt them up against each other.

  • PRO
    6 years ago





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    Recordaras, I know exactly what you mean. Happens with rugs, too. It’s frustrating!

    Going maybe over budget here, but man! This is awesome. I love the copper. What a statement piece:

    https://www.arhaus.com/furniture/living-room-furniture/tv-stands-media-consoles/cahlo-media-console/

    Comes in brown, too.


    69"W X 18"D X 32"H



  • 6 years ago

    Had you tried West Elm? It is a source for MCM.



    https://www.westelm.com/shop/furniture/consoles-buffet-tables/

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    I have two of these at my store, from Century Furniture Thomas O'Brien collection, the AE9-730 Jackman Console (Sideboard). Century is normally pretty expensive, however they were closing these out at 50% off to dealers, so I took the last two they had, which were from their High Point Market showroom. . Should fit really well in your space. I have this one on display in my store in Alexandria VA (colors are pretty accurate) and the other one is more gray, still in the box in my warehouse. The wood is Bamboo veneer. As I recall these are fireballed at $ 1,700 each (at home now, going from memory). Email me at keepingroom@gmail.com or call the store if interested at 703-360-6399. These just arrived and when they're gone, they're gone! You can check ship rates at ww.uship.com if out of the Wash DC area.


    Duane Collie







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    Duane, let me check out your site - we’re in the DMV! The one you posted unfortunately isn’t a good fit since I’m looking for more enclosed storage, but maybe there will be something else. Buying local is my first choice after the pain of dealing with CEVA/XPO damaging all three of my Amazon orders...

  • 6 years ago
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    Thank you all for the suggestions! Going to take a closer look at all of them.

  • 6 years ago

    What do you think about this option? Completely different than what I started out with, but something about it caught my eye.

  • 6 years ago
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    I like that a lot, great textured look! I also like that it could go formal or casual.

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    IMo you give no idea of what the new table and chirs will be and I think you choose those first then that sets the tone for the space.I aslo think a buffet should be the same height as the table and what would be the connection with your last choice. I think we need more info from you or at least pictures of the rest of your home. BTW the art is too small and hung too high You need a much larger table if you want thoe large sideboards and without measurements we can only guess , but I think maybe round.

  • 6 years ago

    Thanks Jinx, I think I’m liking the added natural texture without bringing additional wood into the room. Every time I think I’ve found something doubts set in.

    Patricia, the table and chairs are not a priority for us budget-wise right now, so I haven’t even started the search. But the sideboard is desperately needed to free up kitchen storage. Not optimal but it is what it is. Such is life in 2020!
    The art is actually hung with the center at 56”, but I agree about the size and lowering it when we get furniture in place - we’ll eventually be adding more art to that wall. It’s an original oil that I absolutely love, so finding something to complement it might be tricky. I also have some lamps that will be going on the buffet.

    Let me see if I have any additional photos without too much toddler clutter...

    I appreciate all the input!

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    You can customize the R&B Hudson. I just quickly did a 65 in long cabinet doors only in white oak and the price came to $2300

    the linear modular custom might be a better deal. 78 in and $2600 in doors only.

    ps. You can change the depth between 16, 20 and 24in.

  • 6 years ago

    Following, I like the options posted.

  • 6 years ago

    Wsea thank you - I somehow missed those customization options! Off to explore.

  • 6 years ago

    OP, we recently bought a Room and Board dresser and I am very pleased with the quality. We're planning to order our own R&B customized wall units in the next year or so--it's fun to play with their customization tool.

  • 6 years ago

    I have had great luck with dressers as sideboards. Just remove mirror (if attached) and you’ve got a lot more options out there!

  • 6 years ago

    Anna, I’ve heard great things about their furniture - made in the US too!

    Emily, I’ve come across a few absolutely gorgeous preowned dressers! Unfortunately we need to use it for bar storage (wine, liquor, wine glasses, decanter etc), so we really need something with cabinets and shelves vs drawers.

  • 6 years ago

    we have several pieces of their furniture. They have been excellent, especially customer service. I will say some pieces I have seen do no appear to be as well constructed so be sure to look closely at quality and go to a store in person if possible.

  • 6 years ago

    Ballard Designs has some gorgeous sideboards with interesting texture. I have purchased a number of items from them over the years and have been very pleased.

  • PRO
    6 years ago
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    I’d like to see height In the space:

    Burke Decor:



  • 6 years ago

    You can also check the ebay and chairish sites.

  • PRO
    5 years ago

    If you haven't found anything yet, I came across this Hooker Pacifica Server on the Dealer Clearance Portal as I was browsing for floor stock. This might fit your bill, one only discounted - they are probably discontinuing this model and this is the last one inventoried - discounted 30%. $ 1,285 to my store in Alexandria VA.


    "A subtle wave motif embossed into the wood grain sets the serene tone for Pacifica. The wave motif is used sparingly throughout the bedroom and dining collection for soft transitional visual interest. Pacifica is crafted of a mix of quartered and cathedral sandblasted oak Chestnut brown finish. Metal elements; in a rubbed bronze color, including the legs and hardware, add a chic modern touch."


    Width: 78 1/2" (199.4 cm)

    Depth: 19 1/4" (48.9 cm)

    Height: 37 1/4" (94.6 cm)







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