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When looking to add more surface space in your home you’ll come across many different types of pieces that you could use in different types of rooms. You have coffee tables that will sit in front of your sofa, credenzas that are mainly used in offices, end tables and nightstands. Both end tables and nightstands are mainly used to add surface area to a room and they can look similar enough, can they be used interchangeably? If not, what are the differences that prevent them from being used as each other?
(Pictured: Korestone End Table)
To find that out, we have to figure out what end tables and nightstands even are. Starting off, end tables are small tables that can come in a variety of shapes and sizes that are added to a room to primarily add surface space. They are most commonly used to sit beside your sofa or an accent chair, although some have used end tables in the past as a nightstand to save some space. While end tables are usually just meant to hold your beverages or a table lamp, some offer additional storage space or USB charging, making them a truly versatile addition to your space.
(Pictured: Hyanna Nightstand)
Nightstands, also known as bedside tables, can also come in a variety of sizes and styles, usually only used to add additional surface and storage space beside your bed. These tables are meant to offer storage space so they will always have a minimum of one drawer, unlike end tables that usually don’t offer storage. They also provide more surface area, meant to fit your alarm, a table lamp, books, any bedside essential you need at arm’s length. Nightstands are best fit for those with more space and more of a budget, otherwise you might want to use end tables.
(Pictured: Fostead End Table)
The differences between nightstands and end tables make it very obvious that they are better suited for their original uses, and more often than not they can not be used interchangeably. However, end tables can be incredibly versatile and can fit anywhere you need it to, they’re perfect for being beside sofas and accent chairs but can sit beside a bed if you want to save some money and space. On the other hand, nightstands are primarily used to be beside a bed and might not fit nicely next to sofas, chairs, etc. Nightstands will be able to hold all of your bedside essentials with ease and add more storage space along with surface space.
(Pictured: Fortman Nightstand)
If you’re looking for a new nightstand or end table to add to your home, you can shop online and view our wide selection of nightstands here and end tables here. Want to see it in person and get a better idea on how it’ll look? Come visit our store on 4200 W Kellogg Dr, and get helpful advice on styling and decorations from our sales team!
