What is the best material for an outdoor table?

The best material for an outdoor table may depend upon your taste. Outdoor tables and other outdoor furniture have been made in a variety of materials over the years. On 1stDibs, find a range of options that includes wood, marble, steel and glass.

What are side tables used for?

Side tables are used next to furniture like beds and couches to provide an accessible place for keeping essential items at hand. In the living room, side tables are often used to display flower arrangements, photos or books as well as to set down a drink. In the bedroom, a side table is typically populated with items like a lamp, bedtime reading material, and a charging device for a phone. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary side tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What are nesting side tables?

A nesting table is a set of tables designed to be stored one inside or under the other, giving them a layered or stacked appearance. A side table is a table that’s placed beside a piece of furniture. A nesting side table would be a series of side tables in graduated heights that can be stacked or nested together. Shop a collection of nesting tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What size should a side table be?

A side table should stand one to three inches below the arm of the sofa or chair it is placed next to.

What are side tables called?

Side tables are often simply called side tables. If positioned on either end of a sofa or loveseat, you might refer to them as end tables. General terms for side tables and other tables commonly used in seating areas include occasional tables and accent tables. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of side tables.

Is there a difference between an end table and a side table?

There are two differences between end tables and side tables: function and size. Typically, end tables go beside a chair or at opposite ends of a sofa and have smaller tabletops, while side tables go toward the sides of seating areas or against walls and feature a larger surface area. However, many people use the words side and end tables interchangeably, so these differences may not always apply. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of end and side tables.

What is the difference between a side table and a coffee table?

The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.

How can you tell if a side table is antique?

To determine whether a side table is an antique, closely examine its details. Older pieces will typically have telltale features like wood pegs, hand-cut dovetails with some slight imperfections and mortise-and-tenon construction. Tables that are a consistent color throughout or have machine-cut moldings or carvings are unlikely to be antiques. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can be a helpful resource when dating tables. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern side tables on 1stDibs.

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.

What are tiny side tables called?

What tiny side tables are called varies. Some people may simply refer to them as side tables. Others describe them as end tables if they're placed on either end of a sofa or loveseat. When used elsewhere in a room, small side tables are often called accent tables. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary side tables.

What is a tall side table called?

A tall side table may also be called a console table. While these furnishings are not as common in today’s interiors as their coffee-table and side-table counterparts, console tables are stylish home accents and have become more prevalent over the years. The popularity of wood console tables took shape during the 17th and 18th centuries in French and Italian culture, and were exclusively featured in the palatial homes of the upper class. Find console tables today on 1stDibs.

Outdoor Side Tables

Tree Stump Coffee Table

Outdoor Flooring

Back To The Future Furniture

Outdoor Stump

2 Person Table

Kids Table

Sculptural Outdoor Furniture

Damaged Furniture

Category

2010s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Bertu Side Table, Outdoor Side Table, the Crag

H 17 in W 29 in D 23 in

Outdoor side table with fish stone slab top

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Wear Consistent with age and use Outdoor side table with fish stone slab top Outdoor furniture

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Stone, Metal

Outdoor side table with fish stone slab top

H 29.93 in W 21.86 in D 21.86 in

Deep Green Weather-Resistant Fiberglass Outdoor Side Table

By Shewekar Elgharably

Located in Cairo, EG

Deep green weather-resistant fiberglass outdoor side table - Tanoura This cascading accent table

Category

2010s Egyptian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Fiberglass

Deep Green Weather-Resistant Fiberglass Outdoor Side Table

H 17.72 in Dm 18.9 in

Modern Outdoor Side Table Parasol Base Nero Marquina Marble & Travertine

By Hommes Studio

Located in Porto, PT

Modern outdoor side table parasol base nero marquina marble & travertine*. Harveycanne Side

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Stainless Steel

Modern Outdoor Side Table Parasol Base Nero Marquina Marble & Travertine

H 17.72 in W 19.69 in D 25.6 in

Colorful Weather-Resistant Fiberglass Outdoor Side Table, Nubian Baba Doll

By Shewekar Elgharably

Located in Cairo, EG

Colorful weather-resistant fiberglass outdoor side table - Nubian Baba Doll. This family of

Category

2010s Egyptian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Fiberglass

Colorful Weather-Resistant Fiberglass Outdoor Side Table, Nubian Baba Doll

H 17.72 in Dm 15.75 in

Colorful Weather-Resistant Fiberglass Outdoor Side Table, Nubian Mama Doll

By Shewekar Elgharably

Located in Cairo, EG

Colorful weather-resistant fiberglass outdoor side table - Nubian Mama Doll. This family of

Category

2010s Egyptian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Fiberglass

Colorful Weather-Resistant Fiberglass Outdoor Side Table, Nubian Mama Doll

H 17.72 in Dm 15.75 in

Patricia Urquiloa Bowy Outdoor Side Table For Cassina

By Patricia Urquiola

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Patricia Urquiloa Bowy Outdoor Side Table For Cassina Bowy Outdoor Coffee Table 70x30cm, structure

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Plastic, Fiberglass, Lacquer

Patricia Urquiloa Bowy Outdoor Side Table For Cassina

H 11.82 in Dm 27.56 in

Luxury Outdoor Side Table with Marble Top

By Myface

Located in Santo Tirso, PT

Dawn Outdoor Side Table Simple to the eye but without loosing its elegance. The Dawn side table

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Marble, Stainless Steel

Luxury Outdoor Side Table with Marble Top

H 22.05 in Dm 17.72 in

"Andros" Outdoor Side Table in Aluminum and Concrete

By Studio Marta Manente

Located in Centro, RS

The Andros side table has the inspiration in the brazilian marine corals, that suggests a generous

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Concrete, Aluminum

"Andros" Outdoor Side Table in Aluminum and Concrete

H 25.99 in W 20.48 in D 12.21 in

Liz Tables Boho Style Concrete Terrazzo Outdoor Side Table

Located in Nijlen, BE

also use it as a side table and you can pair it with our Tomelle table or a table out of our Callisto

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Bohemian Side Tables

Materials

Concrete

Liz Tables Boho Style Concrete Terrazzo Outdoor Side Table

H 18.51 in Dm 22.84 in

Patricia Urquiloa Set of Two, Bowy Outdoor Side Table For Cassina

By Patricia Urquiola

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Patricia Urquiloa Set of Two, Bowy Outdoor Side Table For Cassina Bowy Outdoor Coffee Table

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Patricia Urquiloa Set of Two, Bowy Outdoor Side Table For Cassina

H 11.82 in Dm 27.56 in

Vintage Coastal Molded Fiberglass Outdoor Side Tables - A Pair

Located in west palm beach, FL

Fiberglass Side Tables. Designed with a clean, sculptural form, these lightweight yet durable tables feature

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Fiberglass

Vintage Coastal Molded Fiberglass Outdoor Side Tables - A Pair

H 16.5 in W 18 in D 18 in

All-Weather Outdoor Side Table with Emperador Marble

By Myface

Located in Santo Tirso, PT

Rem Side Table An outdoor side table inspired in one of the most emblematic architecture projects

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Marble, Stainless Steel

All-Weather Outdoor Side Table with Emperador Marble

H 25.6 in W 16.54 in D 15.75 in

Weatherproof Gold-Plated Stainless Steel Outdoor Side Table

By Myface

Located in Santo Tirso, PT

Dawn Outdoor Side Table Simple to the eye but without loosing its elegance. The Dawn side table

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Gold Plate, Stainless Steel

Weatherproof Gold-Plated Stainless Steel Outdoor Side Table

H 22.05 in Dm 17.72 in

Vintage Coastal Brown Jordan Florentine Outdoor Side Tables, a Pair

By Brown Jordan

Located in Boynton Beach, FL

Fabulous and rare pair of vintage cast aluminum side tables. Made by Brown Jordan. Part of

Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Coastal Brown Jordan Florentine Outdoor Side Tables, a Pair

H 18.5 in W 19.5 in D 19.5 in

Ames Cartagenas Indoor or Outdoor Side Table by Sebastian Herkner

By Sebastian Herkner

Located in New York, NY

METAL TOP The Cartagenas side table makes a perfect companion to any lounge area. Designed by

Category

2010s Colombian Side Tables

Materials

Steel, Metal

Ames Cartagenas Indoor or Outdoor Side Table by Sebastian Herkner

H 16.54 in Dm 15.56 in

"Andros" Outdoor Side Table in Natural Teak Wood Aluminum and Concrete

By Studio Marta Manente

Located in Centro, RS

The Andros side table has the inspiration in the Brazilian marine corals, that suggests a generous

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Concrete, Aluminum

"Andros" Outdoor Side Table in Natural Teak Wood Aluminum and Concrete

H 25.99 in W 20.48 in D 12.21 in

"Apo" Outdoor Side Table in Natural Teak Wood, Aluminum and Concrete

By Studio Marta Manente

Located in Centro, RS

The Apo side table's estruture is made with aluminum tube finished with electrostatic paint in many

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Concrete, Aluminum

"Apo" Outdoor Side Table in Natural Teak Wood, Aluminum and Concrete

H 31.11 in W 9.85 in D 15.75 in

Thorvald SC102 Outdoor Side Table -Bronze Green-by Space Copenhagen - &Tradition

By Space Copenhagen

Located in Dubai, AE

The Thorvald Collection celebrates outdoor living with sculpted silhouettes and an interplay of

Category

2010s Chinese Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Thorvald SC102 Outdoor Side Table -Bronze Green-by Space Copenhagen - &Tradition

H 18.12 in Dm 15.75 in

Jean White Bronze Lost Wax Cast Butterfly Indoor or Outdoor Side Table

By Fred&Juul

Located in Fiesole, Florence

bronze, lost wax cast by Italian master craftsmen. A sculptural table for both indoor and outdoor use

Category

2010s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass, Bronze

Jean White Bronze Lost Wax Cast Butterfly Indoor or Outdoor Side Table

H 21.26 in Dm 23.63 in

Jean Blackened Bronze Lost Wax Cast Butterfly Indoor or Outdoor Side Table

By Fred&Juul

Located in Fiesole, Florence

bronze, lost wax cast by Italian master craftsmen. A sculptural table for both indoor and outdoor use

Category

2010s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Metal

Jean Blackened Bronze Lost Wax Cast Butterfly Indoor or Outdoor Side Table

H 21.26 in Dm 23.63 in

Outdoor Side Table in White Lacquered Fiberglass

By Myface

Located in Santo Tirso, PT

Even Side Table The Even center table stands out due to its uniform and robust design, with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Marble

Outdoor Side Table in White Lacquered Fiberglass

H 25.99 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in

Santi, Outdoor Aluminum Side Table with Gold Finish, Made in Italy

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

) Shiny and bright outdoor side table, ready to be sun kissed. A luxurious and timeless piece composed by

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Santi, Outdoor Aluminum Side Table with Gold Finish, Made in Italy

H 30.32 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in

Varado, Outdoor Aluminum Side Table with Chrome Finish, Made in Italy

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

) Shiny and bright outdoor side table, ready to be sun kissed. A luxurious and timeless piece composed by

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Varado, Outdoor Aluminum Side Table with Chrome Finish, Made in Italy

H 19.3 in W 22.45 in D 22.45 in

Santi, Outdoor Aluminum Side Table with Chrome Finish, Made in Italy

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

) Shiny and bright outdoor side table, ready to be sun kissed. A luxurious and timeless piece composed by

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Santi, Outdoor Aluminum Side Table with Chrome Finish, Made in Italy

H 30.32 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in

Varado, Outdoor Aluminum Side Table with Gold Finish, Made in Italy

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

) Shiny and bright outdoor side table, ready to be sun kissed. A luxurious and timeless piece composed by

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Varado, Outdoor Aluminum Side Table with Gold Finish, Made in Italy

H 19.3 in W 22.45 in D 22.45 in

Vintage Paul Frankl Style Coastal Rattan Side Tables - Pair

By Paul Frankl

Located in Chicago, IL

-rattan 2 tier indoor/outdoor side tables. Fantastic, stylish, vintage designer coastal side tables, sure

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Vintage Paul Frankl Style Coastal Rattan Side Tables - Pair

H 20 in W 25.5 in D 24.5 in

Muhly Outdoor Side Table in Sage Powdercoat with Cool White Glass

By LAUN

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Muhly side table's name is taken from the native Californian Muhly grass found in the San

Category

2010s American Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Muhly Outdoor Side Table in Sage Powdercoat with Cool White Glass

H 21.25 in W 14.75 in D 14.75 in

Rustic Handcarved Teak Wood Side Table/ Stool, Bleached, IDN 2024

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

- combinable with many different interior designs. Also perfect usable as an outdoor side table on your patio

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Teak

Rustic Handcarved Teak Wood Side Table/ Stool, Bleached, IDN 2024

H 18.9 in Dm 11.8 in

Colorful Weather-Resistant Fiberglass Outdoor Stool, Nubian Baby Doll

By Shewekar Elgharably

Located in Cairo, EG

Colorful weather-resistant fiberglass outdoor side table and stool - Nubian Baby Doll. This

Category

2010s Egyptian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Fiberglass

Colorful Weather-Resistant Fiberglass Outdoor Stool, Nubian Baby Doll

H 17.72 in Dm 13.78 in

Modern Outdoor Pollock Sphere Side Table Parasol Base Polished Green Marble

By Hommes Studio

Located in Porto, PT

Modern Outdoor pollock side table that duals as a bold parasol base forest Pollock side table

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Stainless Steel

Modern Outdoor Pollock Sphere Side Table Parasol Base Polished Green Marble

H 18.12 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in

Modern Outdoor Pollock Sphere Side Table Parasol Base Polished Calacatta Marble

By Hommes Studio

Located in Porto, PT

Modern outdoor pollock sphere side table Parasol base polished Calacatta marble Pollock side

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Stainless Steel

Modern Outdoor Pollock Sphere Side Table Parasol Base Polished Calacatta Marble

H 18.12 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in

Modern Outdoor Pollock Sphere Side Table Parasol Base Fior Di Bosco Grey Marble

By Hommes Studio

Located in Porto, PT

Pollock Fior di Bosco is a collector piece for outdoor’s lovers. The outdoor side table it is

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Modern Outdoor Pollock Sphere Side Table Parasol Base Fior Di Bosco Grey Marble

H 18.12 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in

Modern Side Tables Set of 10 Made in Arabscato Marble for Multiple Combinations

By Hommes Studio

Located in Porto, PT

crafted of stone, this outdoor side table set flaunts a clean and sleek design, merging harmonious

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Modern Side Tables Set of 10 Made in Arabscato Marble for Multiple Combinations

H 19.3 in W 13.39 in D 8.67 in

Indoor / Outdoor White Concrete Side Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Introducing a sleek and modern white concrete side table, perfect for any contemporary space. This

Category

2010s Side Tables

Materials

Concrete

Indoor / Outdoor White Concrete Side Table

H 17 in Dm 20 in

Outdoor Hinterland Side Table by Lawson-Fenning

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Hinterland Side Table features a powder coated iron tube base and choice of 3 different tops

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Travertine

Outdoor Hinterland Side Table by Lawson-Fenning

H 16 in W 20 in D 20 in

Outdoor Hinterland Side Table by Lawson-Fenning

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Hinterland Side Table features a powder coated iron tube base and choice of 3 different tops

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Teak

Outdoor Hinterland Side Table by Lawson-Fenning

H 16 in W 20 in D 20 in

Outdoor Hinterland Side Table by Lawson-Fenning

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Hinterland Side Table features a powder coated iron tube base and choice of 3 different tops

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Teak

Outdoor Hinterland Side Table by Lawson-Fenning

H 16 in W 20 in D 20 in

Outdoor Hinterland Side Table by Lawson-Fenning

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Hinterland Side Table features a powder coated iron tube base and choice of 3 different tops

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Travertine

Outdoor Hinterland Side Table by Lawson-Fenning

H 16 in W 20 in D 20 in

Outdoor Hinterland Side Table by Lawson-Fenning

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Hinterland Side Table features a powder coated iron tube base and choice of 3 different tops

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Travertine

Outdoor Hinterland Side Table by Lawson-Fenning

H 16 in W 20 in D 20 in

Outdoor Hinterland Side Table by Lawson-Fenning

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Hinterland Side Table features a powder coated iron tube base and choice of 3 different tops

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass

Outdoor Hinterland Side Table by Lawson-Fenning

H 16 in W 20 in D 20 in

Bamboo Outdoor Green Wrought Iron Tall Side Table

By Officina Ciani

Located in Milan, IT

This tall side table is a contemporary piece of outdoor furniture with zinc plated powder coated

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Stainless Steel

Bamboo Outdoor Green Wrought Iron Tall Side Table

H 24.41 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Clover Side Table/Stool – Colorful Handcrafted Sculptural Indoor/Outdoor Table

By Hannah Bigeleisen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Your lucky charm for any outdoor space. The Outdoor Clover Stool and Side Table, textured cement

Category

2010s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Cement

Clover Side Table/Stool – Colorful Handcrafted Sculptural Indoor/Outdoor Table

H 15 in W 26 in D 26 in

Alu Side Table in Polished Aluminium Indoor Outdoor

Located in Paris, FR

Side table Alu with structure in polished aluminium. For indoor or outdoor use. With protection

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Alu Side Table in Polished Aluminium Indoor Outdoor

H 11.82 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in

Sandglass Side Table Indoor Outdoor with Teak Top

Located in Paris, FR

Side table sandglass with structure in white powder-coated aluminium and with solid buffed teak top

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Sandglass Side Table Indoor Outdoor with Teak Top

H 19.89 in Dm 15.75 in

Indoor/Outdoor Modern Sculptural Ramen Side Table/ Stool White

By Corinna Warm, WARM

Located in Santa Monica, CA

The Ramen side table creates a unique sculptural presence in the space it inhabits. Equally at home

Category

2010s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Indoor/Outdoor Modern Sculptural Ramen Side Table/ Stool White

H 16.93 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in

Round Side Tables in Minimalist Design for Outdoor Use

By SIMONINI

Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo

These nesting side tables, made ins olid wood and metal are designed for outdoor use. The round

Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Round Side Tables in Minimalist Design for Outdoor Use

H 15.75 in Dm 15.75 in

Muhly, Indoor/Outdoor Stainless Steel Side Table by Laun

By LAUN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Muhly side table's name is taken from the native Californian Muhly grass found in the San

Category

2010s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Muhly, Indoor/Outdoor Stainless Steel Side Table by Laun

H 21.25 in W 14.75 in D 14.75 in

Outdoor Teak Stainless Steel Powder Coated End Side Table

By Heather Ashton Design

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Inspired by the simplicity of Mid-Century design, the Helms side table feels light and airy. The

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Outdoor Teak Stainless Steel Powder Coated End Side Table

H 18 in Dm 20 in

Gubi TS Outdoor Round Travertine Side Table Designed by GamFratesi

By GamFratesi Design Studio, Gubi

Located in New York, NY

any interior and setting. Now, the black-based TS Side and Coffee Tables are getting the outdoor

Category

2010s Danish Side Tables

Materials

Travertine

Gubi TS Outdoor Round Travertine Side Table Designed by GamFratesi

H 20.08 in Dm 15.75 in

Contemporary Dutch Design Bench Side Table Steel Indoor Outdoor/ Yellow

By Harm De Veer

Located in Vinkel, NL

furniture, side table, TV bench, coffee table and garden bench. You get multiple pieces of furniture in one

Category

2010s Dutch Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Dutch Design Bench Side Table Steel Indoor Outdoor/ Yellow

H 19.69 in W 39.38 in D 15.75 in

Contemporary Dutch Design Bench Side Table Steel Indoor Outdoor/ Black

By Harm De Veer

Located in Vinkel, NL

furniture, side table, TV bench, coffee table and garden bench. You get multiple pieces of furniture in one

Category

2010s Dutch Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Dutch Design Bench Side Table Steel Indoor Outdoor/ Black

H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in

Confetti, Small Contemporary Indoor/Outdoor Terrazzo Side Table by Laun

By LAUN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

. This product is suitable for indoor or outdoor use and is handmade in Los Angeles. The Confetti comes

Category

2010s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Confetti, Small Contemporary Indoor/Outdoor Terrazzo Side Table by Laun

H 15.5 in Dm 14 in

Confetti, Large Contemporary Indoor/Outdoor Terrazzo Side Table by Laun

By LAUN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

. This product is suitable for indoor or outdoor use and is handmade in Los Angeles. The Confetti comes

Category

2010s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Terrazzo

Confetti, Large Contemporary Indoor/Outdoor Terrazzo Side Table by Laun

H 29 in Dm 14 in

Indoor/Outdoor Modern Sculptural Ramen Side Table/ Stool Black In Stock

By Corinna Warm, WARM

Located in Santa Monica, CA

The Ramen side table creates a unique sculptural presence in the space it inhabits. Equally at home

Category

2010s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Indoor/Outdoor Modern Sculptural Ramen Side Table/ Stool Black In Stock

H 16.93 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in

New Metal Fleur Side Table with Wood Top, Indoor and Outdoor

Located in Miami, FL

New Metal Fleur side table with wood top indoor and outdoor You can choose color base and top

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

New Metal Fleur Side Table with Wood Top, Indoor and Outdoor

H 29.53 in Dm 23.23 in

Confetti, Medium Contemporary Indoor or Outdoor Terrazzo Side Table by Laun

By LAUN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

. This product is suitable for indoor or outdoor use and is handmade in Los Angeles. The Confetti comes

Category

2010s American Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Confetti, Medium Contemporary Indoor or Outdoor Terrazzo Side Table by Laun

H 21 in Dm 14 in

21st Century Large Metal Side and Coffee Table D:60cm Indoor Outdoor

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

"Pomme" large metal side table D:60 "Pomme" is the elegant collection of coffee and occasional

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

21st Century Large Metal Side and Coffee Table D:60cm Indoor Outdoor

H 35.44 in Dm 23.63 in

21st Century Small Metal Side and Coffee Table D:60cm Indoor Outdoor

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

"Pomme" small metal side table D:60 "Pomme" is the elegant collection of coffee and occasional

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

21st Century Small Metal Side and Coffee Table D:60cm Indoor Outdoor

H 29.14 in Dm 23.63 in

New Metal Fleur Side Table with Oak Wood Top Indoor and Outdoor

Located in Miami, FL

New metal fleur side table with wood top indoor and outdoor. You can choose color base and top

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

New Metal Fleur Side Table with Oak Wood Top Indoor and Outdoor

H 27.17 in Dm 23.23 in

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Outdoor Side Tables For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of outdoor side tables for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, steel and iron, all outdoor side tables available were constructed with great care. There are 39 antique and vintage outdoor side tables for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 47 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of outdoor side tables available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of outdoor side tables to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Victorian outdoor side tables are of considerable interest. Some outdoor side tables are too large for some spaces — a variety of smaller outdoor side tables, measuring 9 inches across, are available at 1stDibs. Laun, Lawson-Fenning and May Furniture each produced beautiful outdoor side tables that are worth considering.

How Much are Outdoor Side Tables?

Prices for outdoor side tables can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, outdoor side tables begin at $195 and can go as high as $8,784, while the average can fetch as much as $1,500.

Finding the Right Side Tables for You

While the range of styles and variety of materials have broadened over time, the priceless functionality of side tables has held true.

Antique and vintage side tables are an integral accent to our seating and provide additional, necessary storage in our homes. They can be a great foundation for that perfect focal piece of art that you want all your guests to see as you congregate for cocktails in the living room. Side tables are indeed ideal as a stage for your decorative objects or plants in your library or your study, and they are a practical space for the novel or stack of design magazines you keep close to your sofa.

Sure, owning a pair of side tables isn’t as imperative as having a coffee table in the common area, though most of us would struggle without them. Those made of metal, stone or wood are frequently featured in stylish interiors, and if you’re shopping for side tables, there are a couple of things to keep in mind.

With respect to the height of your side tables, a table that is as high as your lounge chair or the arm of your couch is best.

Some folks are understandably fussy about coherence in a living room area, but coherence doesn’t necessarily mean you can’t mix and match. Feel free to introduce minimalist mid-century modern wooden side tables designed by Paul McCobb alongside your contemporary metal coffee table. If you think it isn’t possible to pair a Hollywood Regency–style side table with a contemporary sofa, we’re here to tell you that it is. Even a leggy side table can balance a chunky sofa well. Try to keep a limited color palette in mind if you’re planning on mixing furniture styles and materials, and don’t be afraid to add a piece of abstract art to shake things up.

As far as the objects you’re planning to place on your side tables, if you have heavy items such as stone or sculptures to display, a fragile glass-top table would not be an ideal choice. Think about what material would best support your collectibles and go with that. If it’s a particularly small side table, along with a tall, sleek floor lamp, it can make for a great way to fill a corner of the room you wouldn’t otherwise easily be able to populate.

Whether you are looking for an antique 19th-century carved oak side table or a vintage rattan side table (because rattan never went away!), the collection on 1stDibs has you covered — find Art Deco side tables, bamboo side tables, travertine side tables and more today.

Questions About Outdoor Side Tables

What is the best material for an outdoor table?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
The best material for an outdoor table may depend upon your taste. Outdoor tables and other outdoor furniture have been made in a variety of materials over the years. On 1stDibs, find a range of options that includes wood, marble, steel and glass.
What are side tables used for?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Side tables are used next to furniture like beds and couches to provide an accessible place for keeping essential items at hand. In the living room, side tables are often used to display flower arrangements, photos or books as well as to set down a drink. In the bedroom, a side table is typically populated with items like a lamp, bedtime reading material, and a charging device for a phone. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary side tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What are nesting side tables?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A nesting table is a set of tables designed to be stored one inside or under the other, giving them a layered or stacked appearance. A side table is a table that’s placed beside a piece of furniture. A nesting side table would be a series of side tables in graduated heights that can be stacked or nested together. Shop a collection of nesting tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What size should a side table be?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A side table should stand one to three inches below the arm of the sofa or chair it is placed next to.
What are side tables called?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
Side tables are often simply called side tables. If positioned on either end of a sofa or loveseat, you might refer to them as end tables. General terms for side tables and other tables commonly used in seating areas include occasional tables and accent tables. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of side tables.
Is there a difference between an end table and a side table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
There are two differences between end tables and side tables: function and size. Typically, end tables go beside a chair or at opposite ends of a sofa and have smaller tabletops, while side tables go toward the sides of seating areas or against walls and feature a larger surface area. However, many people use the words side and end tables interchangeably, so these differences may not always apply. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of end and side tables.
What is the difference between a side table and a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.
How can you tell if a side table is antique?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To determine whether a side table is an antique, closely examine its details. Older pieces will typically have telltale features like wood pegs, hand-cut dovetails with some slight imperfections and mortise-and-tenon construction. Tables that are a consistent color throughout or have machine-cut moldings or carvings are unlikely to be antiques. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can be a helpful resource when dating tables. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern side tables on 1stDibs.
Should a side table be lower than a sofa?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
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.
What are tiny side tables called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
What tiny side tables are called varies. Some people may simply refer to them as side tables. Others describe them as end tables if they're placed on either end of a sofa or loveseat. When used elsewhere in a room, small side tables are often called accent tables. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary side tables.
What is a tall side table called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
A tall side table may also be called a console table. While these furnishings are not as common in today’s interiors as their coffee-table and side-table counterparts, console tables are stylish home accents and have become more prevalent over the years. The popularity of wood console tables took shape during the 17th and 18th centuries in French and Italian culture, and were exclusively featured in the palatial homes of the upper class. Find console tables today on 1stDibs.

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