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A bedside table for a children's bed - when is it needed?
A bedside table for a children's bed is not always the first piece of furniture on the shopping list, but in many rooms it quickly turns out to be very practical. A child needs space for a lamp, a book, an alarm clock, tissues, glasses, a water bottle or small items that need to be at hand before going to bed. If these things don't have their place, they usually end up on the floor, windowsill or desk.
The most important question is whether the room has enough space next to the bed and whether the child will actually use such a piece of furniture. Nizio is worth checking out wooden bedside tables, because their style matches beds and larger furniture with the same aesthetics.
When does a bedside table make sense in a child's room?
A bedside table is needed when the bed is not placed directly next to the desk, shelf or chest of drawers. If a child reads in the evening, uses a lamp or puts small items by the bed, a small piece of furniture next to the mattress helps keep things tidy. It also gives you a sense of your own zone, just like in an adult bedroom.
In an older child's room, a bedside table may be more useful than an additional shelf above the bed, because it is lower and easier to use. If you are furnishing a room for a long time, it is worth combining it with Nizio single bed, instead of treating it as a random addition.
N01 or N02: what are the differences between the cabinets?
The 1S N01 Scandi wooden bedside cabinet is 45 cm wide, 40 cm deep and 60 cm high. This is a slightly higher and deeper variant, good next to the bed, where the child should have a comfortable place for a lamp, a book and a few small items. The white/natural oak version fits well into bright children's rooms.
The 1S N02 Scandi bedside table is 45 cm wide, 36 cm deep and 53 cm high. It is lower and shallower, so it may work better in a smaller room or with a bed placed close to the passage. The oak version of N02, natural oak, gives a more calm, timeless effect and goes well with furniture for older children.
What is worth keeping next to your child's bed?
Preferably only things that are really used in the evening or morning: a lamp, a book, an alarm clock, tissues, a glass of water or a small organizer. The bedside table should not turn into a second basket for toys. Its advantage is that it organizes the area closest to the bed.
The N01 and N02 models have one drawer, so they are perfect for small items that should not be placed on the countertop. The confirmed parameters of both models include Blum guides with a gentle and silent closing system, production in Poland and a 10-year warranty.
Bedside table in a small room: yes or no?
In a small room, a bedside table only makes sense if it does not take up a convenient passage. If there is little space between the bed and the wall, a wall shelf or a bookcase placed against a shorter wall may be better. However, if your bed is about half a meter wide, a 45 cm wide cabinet can organize the space without adding a large piece of furniture.
Also worth watching if you have tight rooms Nizio wooden furnitureto plan the entire layout: bed, cabinet, desk and storage. A small piece of furniture should help, not block everyday movement around the room.
How to choose the color of the bed cabinet?
The easiest way is to match the cabinet to the color of the bed or to the other dominant element in the room, for example a desk or a shelf. The white variant brightens the room and suits younger children well. Natural oak looks more peaceful and may be better suited to a teenager's room.
If the bed is light, a white oak cabinet allows you to keep it light. If natural wood tones dominate your room, this is worth considering oak bedside table N02. In the case of custom-made furniture, you can also ask about the possibility of matching the color or size to a specific arrangement, but the scope of changes must be confirmed for the selected model.
FAQ
Is a bedside table necessary for a children's bed?
It is not necessary, but it is very practical if the child reads before going to bed, uses a lamp or needs a place for small items next to the bed.
What size of bedside table should I choose?
It is worth choosing it for a place next to the bed. Model N01 is 45 x 40 x 60 cm and model N02 is 45 x 36 x 53 cm.
Will a bedside table work in a small room?
Yes, as long as it doesn't block the passage. In a very tight room, it is better to first check the distance between the bed and the wall or other furniture.
What is the difference between N01 and N02?
N01 is higher and deeper, and N02 is lower and shallower. Both models have one drawer and can fit into various room layouts.
What age does a bedside table suit a child?
A bedside table makes sense for both a student and a teenager. The most important thing is whether the child needs space for things used before bed.
Can the cabinet be matched to other furniture?
In many cases, it is worth asking about the possibility of matching the finish or dimensions. The individual configuration must be confirmed for the specific model.
Check out Nizio bedside tables
If there is not enough space for a lamp, a book and small items next to your child's bed, compare Nizio bedside tables in the N01 and N02 variants. Choose the model according to the height of the bed, the width of the passage and the style of other furniture in the room.