black bedside tables for a warm, inviting look
How to use a bedside table
Bedside tables make the perfect finishing touch to your bedroom layout. They are practical, space-saving and visually anchor your bed within the room. Depending on your chosen style, they can offer vital storage support to your wardrobe, bookcase and medicine cabinet. Bedside tables are a must-have if you use an alarm, read books, use your phone or drink water in bed. Consider how you will use these helpful furniture pieces to determine the perfect style for your room.
Bedside tables with drawers
A multi-drawer bedside table can help you prevent clutter in the closet or tallboy. Underwear, lingerie, socks and pyjamas can have space by the bed. Keep your chargers and electrical items close by but tucked neatly out of sight in a drawer or compartment. Store your wallet, watch, jewellery, and phone in the top drawer for easy access. Of course, many people like to store books, kindles and magazines for night-time reading sessions.

Sleek black bedside tables for a sophisticated look
Bold black bedside tables add instant sophistication to the room by anchoring your bed frame within the space and neatly tying the room together. Monochrome black complements everything around it, from designer table lamps to beautiful artwork. White, ivory and beige colours will all come to life next to black. Choose tables that pair black with natural wood and white elements or styles accented with beautiful golden hardware for a pop of intrigue.
Benefits of choosing black tables
Black is a favourite amongst interior design professionals. Why? Black is versatile, sophisticated, inviting and timeless. Touches of black balance other bright colours in the room and lend themselves to almost any interior style you aim for. Modern aesthetics often use black furniture as the base to showcase homewares and artworks.

Quality bedside tables in beautiful finishes
If black is not your style, then don’t worry; there are many exquisite finishes to choose from in our online showroom. For a coastal or boho aesthetic, consider a timber-look finish that offers all the visual appeal of a wooden bedside table without the expensive price tag. You choose a white bedside table to brighten and open out the space. Mix black or white with a wood finish for a contrasting look that is right on trend.
Coordinate bedside tables with other bedroom furniture
Consider your headboard, entertainment unit and chest of drawers and the colours and textures they feature. Of course, if you like a mix of colours and textures for contrast, you can always opt for rattan touches, solid wood and black metal legs to help coordinate furniture pieces. If you have sofas, armchairs, occasional chairs or ottomans, try pairing the legs on your bedside tables with the colour of the framework.
Sizes to suit all spaces
Different sizes of bedside tables are available to suit the size of your bed, bedroom and open space. If storage is a problem, then a two or three-drawer style is a great solution. However, if you don’t have much room to work with, a simple side table will still offer you vital space for a small reading lamp, water glass and phone. Consider a set of nesting tables that provide a coffee table and a side table in one.
One or two bedside tables?
A set of bedside tables will offer the ideal balance and flow for a medium or large size bedroom with a full-sized bed. However, a single can be suitable if you are struggling with space. In a kid’s room, a single table will often suffice. When two people share the bedroom, a set will give each person access to their bedside cabinet and shelf space.
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FAQ’s:
How much do bedside tables cost?
Shop online with Mocka to save considerably on the cost of your new bedroom furniture. Discover the latest trends and high-quality craftsmanship at affordable prices. You can have your stylish new table at the bedside for as little as $49 (including GST). Plus, we offer flat-rate shipping throughout New Zealand!
Where can I buy black bedside tables?
Source your stunning new black bedside table from Mocka online showroom. Shop for the trends that range from minimalist to retro, industrial chic and luxe, all at affordable prices. Enjoy flat-rate shipping at the checkout - throughout Auckland and greater NZD!