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Should a side table be lower than a sofa?

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Should a side table be lower than a sofa?
No, a side table shouldn't always be lower than a sofa. To make it easy to access items on a table, a sofa's arms should generally be no more than 2 to 3 inches above or below the tabletop. This rule of thumb differs from the one for coffee tables, which should be as tall or 1 to 2 inches shorter than the seat height of the sofa to ensure a balanced look. Explore a large selection of side tables on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
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Italian Sorrento Inlaid Marquetry Side Table Circa 1900
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Italian Sorrento octagon side table made of maple and fruitwood Inlaid marquetry.
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Early 20th Century Italian Side Tables

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Wood

Pair of Park Night Stands in Oiled Walnut by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Park nightstand is the epitome of exquisite craftsmanship, featuring meticulously proportioned dimensions and exceptional detailing that make it an ideal bedside companion. Our furniture pieces are thoughtfully crafted to become focal points around which you can build your space, without detracting from the surface itself. In essence, we believe in simple lines that accentuate the artistry of the design. Designer Yaniv Chen...
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2010s South African Minimalist Night Stands

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Wood

Pair of Constant Night Stands in Walnut by Master Studio for Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Neatly proportioned with exceptional detailing, the Constant nightstand is your perfect bedside partner. In our furniture making, the idea is to create special pieces that you can build a space around, whose designs highlight rather than overshadow the surface itself. As a result, simple lines that demonstrate craft are one of our core considerations. Designed by Yaniv Chen of Master Studio for Lemon...
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2010s South African Minimalist Pedestals

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Walnut

Modern Wood Side Tables
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Price is per stump, not per pair. Please scroll down to read IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ABOUT OUR STUMPS before purchase! Why buy our stumps? KILN DRIED Our stumps all go through a drying process in our kiln, sometimes for up to a month. We are meticulous with bringing each and every log to a specific moisture level. This process helps with major cracking, long-term moisture issues, and bugs. ECO FRIENDLY In an effort to replenish the trees we use, we plant 50+ trees a year. In addition, we practice salvage logging. Where do we source these? Some of the trees fall naturally. Some have damage from severe wind, lightning, flood, disease, or other natural disturbance so they need to be cut and removed before they fall. Others are fresh cut because people want them off their land. Salvage logging may reduce erosion, reduce intensity of future wildfires, and slow buildup of pest insects. FAMILY OWNED These are made from our family to yours. Quality is of utmost importance, and we hand cut, de-bark, sand, and finish every piece with care. COMMERCIAL GRADE These stumps are meant to be loved and USED. Each is finished with a durable commercial-grade finish. This finish is tough enough for spills, kids, and holds up in hotel and hospitality settings. These modern wood side tables...
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2010s American Organic Modern End Tables

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Maple

French Wood Tripod Stool
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage wood stool with circular top and smooth wood legs from France. Original finish shows great age and patina. Can be used as stool or as side table next to chairs.
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Mid-20th Century French Stools

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Wood

“Column Side Table Small” Black Marquina Marble Minimal Side Table by Aparentmen
Located in Terrassa, Catalonia
The Column side table small is a minimalist style side table consisting of a treated Marquina marble base, a black lacquered aluminum oval shap...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Side Tables

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Marble, Aluminum, Brass

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