End Tables – Creative Uses For Them
It used to be that end tables were only known as small tables, which were placed at the end of a couch, sofa or even a bench. These tables were put here to hold minor decorations in living rooms. If things were going really well, they may be chosen to hold a lamp or two, making them a little more important in the living room space, but that was about as much as they could hope for in their life.
My, how times have changed.
These days, end tables have a number of roles to fill, and lives to take on. It is likely that someone saw all of them sitting in the store and thought, what if I let them try to do a little work in another area of my house?
From here, end tables started to see a little more opportunity. Some were moved into the bedroom. They were able to replace their distant cousin the nightstand. It was nothing personal against the nightstand, but many homeowners realized that their was a lot more variety in the style of end tables than in nightstands and they could create a more unique and personal bedroom space by trading out their old nightstand for a set of new end tables.
When you think about it, this was a natural progression. End tables are made with a variety of features. Whether you want a bookshelf to put a few magazines away at the end of the night, a couple of drawers for medications, glasses and other items you keep near the bed, or nearly any other feature that would be convenience, you will be able to find those features in them just as easily as you would nightstands.
Another place end tables have found a new home is bathrooms. While you may not think this would be a natural fit for them, you need to think about the various jobs that need to be accomplished in the bathroom. When one is soaking in a tub, there are often a lot of soaps, bath gels, loofah sponges and other items they will use to have a nice soak and be clean and refreshed at the end of it. They can be placed near the tub can hold all these items. Additionally, they can be found to match almost any vanity for the lady that needs a little extra space to spread out her make up and accessories as she prepares for the day.
When it comes to the modern role of end tables, there is no clear definition. Instead, they are only as limited as the imagination of the person who is planning to purchase and use them.
The next time you are thinking of adding a ‘little something’ to your house, don’t forget to consider end tables. If you have a little space that can use ‘something more’, they may be the perfect fit to offer an attractive and functional addition to the space.
About the Author
Author Jesse Akre is an owner of a wide variety of online specialty shops offering both products and information on how you can easily furnish and decorate your space.Today, he offers advice on creating a fabulous looking indoor space using awesome
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Bedside Water Carafe Set $28.45 Our convenient Bedside Water Carafe Set will be the perfect accent to any night stand or end table. With its resourceful effect and distinguished look, this carafe and glass set comes to life with free personalization, shapely silhouettes and multi-purpose uses. Designed to be the ideal bedside companion, this classic pair is dishwasher safe and makes a great gift for all occasions! Details:Size: … |
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Prepac Fremont Espresso Tall Night Table $99.42 The versatile and stylish Fremont Night Stand is simple in design, featuring two generously sized drawers and an arched decorative apron. Well-suited to a number of decors, a profiled top and solid antiqued bronze accents combine with a warm Espresso finish to make a welcoming contemporary statement to your room. Features: Night Stand has a Espresso laminate finish Solid antiqued bronze knob dra… |
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All in One Handcrafted Carafe and Tumbler Set 30 Ounce $14.99 Perfect for storing and serving your drink for one, the lid of this carafe doubles as a tumbler, resulting in a clean and sophisticated look that also reduces clutter and unnecessary refilling trips. Both pieces are hand crafted from glass for the finest quality and elegant one of a kind design. The classically designed set is great for bringing water to your nightstand, but the elegant design can… |
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Ikea Orgel Table Lamp $16.49 Package measurement and weight Packages:: 1 Article Number: 400.181.83 Width: 7 7/8″ Height: 7 7/8″ Length: 7 7/8″ Weight: 2lb Quantity: 1 Article Number: 400.181.83 Width: 15 cm |
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SE Super-Bright 14 LED Flex-Neck Table and Reading Lamp $5.95 14 Led Mini Table Lamp. Requires 3AAA Batteries (Batteries Included.)… |
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Lutron TT-300NLH-WH Credenza Lamp Dimmer White $7.06 The LutronTT-300NLH-WH is a Plug In Lamp Dimmer with Night Light in the White Finish. This light fixture is from the Collection and is Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Approved for Indoor Locations…. |
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13 Silver Make Up Cosmestic Mirror With Stand $16.99 Apply your makeup more perfectly with this 13″ standing mirror. The base is sturdy and weighted so it stands well on flat surfaces, and the mirror spins vertically. A great space saver that goes well on vanities, nightstands, desks or tables…anywhere you need a handy beauty tool and have little room to spare!… |
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Merry Pet Cat Washroom / Night Stand Pet House $77.08 Introducing the most versatile, practical and multi-functional Cat Washroom ,Night Stand Pet House that blends seamlessly in any interior settings and style with the classic clean Espresso Solid Wood Veneer and cabinet design, wainscoting paneling details and stainless steel hardware. Cat washroom: No more mess from cat litter boxes. The Cat Washroom serves as an attractive cover to hide away the … |
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Merry Pet Products Pet House, Litterbox Cover and Night Stand, Walnut, 20.5 D x 19 W x 25H $86.95 Merry Products Cat Washroom, Night Stand & Pet House in Walnut – Our Cat Washroom Night Stand Pet House blends seamlessly in any interior decor with the classic walnut color wooden cabinet design, wainscoting paneling details and stainless steel hardware.The Cat Washroom serves as an attractive cover to hide away the litter box and confine all litter messes inside, while providing useful shelf spa… |
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Scandinavia Solid Pine End Table/ Nightstands (Set of 2) $112.19 The Scandinavia end table or nightstand set of two features a versatile classic design to complement any decor. Constructed of 100-percent solid pine with wood drawer slides. |
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Black Lacquer Cabinet End Table (China) $229.99 This Oriental-style end table, nightstand, or lamp table, is a beautiful black with hard clear lacquer finish and an elegant, hand painted Japanese woman design. |
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Carved Wood Accent Table $222.99 Add a touch of elegance to your bedroom decor with this carved wood accent tableNightstand features amazing hand carvings across the faceFurniture piece can be used for a telephone stand or other areas around the house |
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Rustic Victorian Children End Table Cabinet (China) $239.99 European style end table, nightstand, or lamp table with a practical drawer and lower cabinet. Features highly distressed 19th century pastoral peasant and angel art. Frame has a scalloped top, curved apron, and slightly cabriole legs. |
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Wood 26-inch Round End Table (China) $159.99 This classic round lamp table features a small drawer for storage, a circular, scored top and a practical lower shelf that reinforces the three curved legs. This table is the perfect size and height for an end table, nightstand, or telephone table. |
