Black Bedside Tables: Choosing a Designer Bedside Table
There's something undeniably sophisticated about black furniture. Confident and versatile, a beautifully designed black bedside table can give an ordinary bedroom genuine personality.
Whether you're creating a glamorous main bedroom, a contemporary retreat or a layered interior with natural timber and linen, black bedside tables add depth, contrast and definition. Our collection includes fluted designs with gold hardware, curved oak, hand-punched brass, bone inlay, marble tops and generous statement pieces. This guide will help you choose one that looks extraordinary and works beautifully every day.
Why Choose Black Bedside Tables?
Black is one of the most versatile colours in interior design. It anchors a neutral bedroom, contrasts beautifully with pale walls and complements rich colours like chocolate, olive, burgundy and navy.
It also adds structure. Against an ivory upholstered bedhead, a pair of black bedside tables frames the bed, while in a darker room black furniture creates a layered, intimate atmosphere. The secret is balance: pair black with textures, materials and lighting that bring warmth.
Our Black Bedside Table Styles
Fluted black bedside tables
Fluting is especially striking in black, as the grooves catch light and shadow so the finish never looks flat.
- Adele: fluted drawer fronts and brushed gold handles in three sizes: Petite (40 × 40 × 65cm), Small (50 × 40 × 65cm) and Large (67 × 50 × 76cm).
- Ripple: the Ripple Large (76 × 40 × 70cm) has satin black fluted drawers and an open shelf on an elegant gold frame. For a fully colour-matched look, choose the Ripple All Black Small (55 × 40 × 60cm).
- Ripple Round: the Ripple Round Bedside Table – Black (45 × 45 × 56cm) has a softly curved silhouette, fluting, gold touches and two drawers.
Classic black bedside tables
- Sorrento: the Sorrento Black Bedside Table – Small (50 × 40 × 64cm) has satin black shaker panelling and two generous drawers. It comes with brushed silver handles fitted, plus brass and black options to swap in.
- Carmen: the Carmen Oak Bedside Table – Black (60 × 50 × 60cm) is oak veneer in a black painted finish, with a gracefully curved front, two soft-close drawers and brushed gold T-bar handles.
- Pearl: the Pearl Luxury Bedside Table – Large Black (60 × 43 × 66cm) has three drawers in a black satin finish with polished gold bamboo-style handles, and a removable divider in the top drawer.
Statement and artisan bedside tables
Black and gold bedside tables
Black and gold is timeless for a glamorous bedroom. The Adele, Ripple, Carmen and Pearl all add gold hardware, while the Aster and Monte Carlo bring brass. For a sophisticated result, use gold as an accent rather than repeating it on every piece: a brass lamp or a gold-framed mirror may be all the room needs.
Black Bedside Table Size Guide
A bedside table should feel in proportion with your bed while leaving room to move.
- 40 to 45cm wide: compact bedrooms and tight spaces, like the Adele Petite, Makayla and Ripple Round.
- 50 to 55cm wide: smaller bedrooms, guest rooms and queen beds, like the Adele Small, Sorrento and Ripple All Black Small.
- 60 to 67cm wide: queen and king beds, like the Carmen, Pearl, Aster, Huxton and Adele Large.
- 76cm wide: spacious bedrooms, king beds and statement styling, like the Ripple Large and Monte Carlo.
These are guidelines. Your bed, bedhead and room layout should guide the final choice.
What height should a bedside table be?
Aim for a top roughly level with your mattress, though 5 to 10cm either way is still comfortable. Measure your own bed from the floor to the top of the mattress. Our black bedside tables range from 53cm (Huxton) to 76cm (Adele Large), with most around 60 to 66cm.
What size bedside table suits a king bed?
Around 60 to 80cm wide balances a king bed and a substantial bedhead, like the Ripple Large, Monte Carlo, Adele Large or Pearl. In a tighter room, a narrower table still works beautifully.
What size bedside table suits a queen bed?
Around 45 to 65cm wide is a good starting point, depending on your bedhead and how much storage you need. A decorative design can feel substantial even at a modest width.
How much space should I leave beside the bed?
Measure to nearby walls and wardrobes, and allow room for drawers to open. Where possible, keep 60 to 75cm of clear space to move around.
How to Style a Black Bedside Table
- Pair black with ivory and cream: an ivory bedhead, crisp bedding and black bedside tables create definition without feeling harsh.
- Add brass or gold lighting: a brass table lamp stands out beautifully against black. Choose one in proportion with the table.
- Introduce natural timber: oak or walnut floors, a timber bed or a wooden accessory soften a monochrome scheme.
- Layer texture: velvet, linen, bouclé, wool and leather stop the room feeling flat.
- Keep it considered: a lamp, a few books and one sculptural object, with room left for your phone, glasses and water.
What colour bedhead goes with black bedside tables?
- Ivory and oatmeal: warm, sophisticated contrast.
- Beige and taupe: a soft, relaxed contemporary palette.
- Chocolate brown: rich and layered.
- Olive and sage: elegant and grounded.
- Navy: deep and tailored.
- Blush and dusty pink: softens the drama.
- Charcoal and black: a moody monochrome scheme, balanced with texture and good lighting.
Explore our designer bedheads for complementary styles.
Should bedside tables match?
Matching tables create symmetry and frame a large upholstered bedhead beautifully. But they don't have to match. Different tables work if they share a similar height, material or detail, and matching lamps help keep the look balanced.
Will black bedside tables make a small bedroom look darker?
Not necessarily. With light walls, soft bedding and good lighting, a compact black table like the Adele Petite or Makayla creates a crisp focal point without making the room feel cramped.
Black Bedside Tables for Every Interior Style
- Contemporary luxury: sculptural shapes and textured detailing, like the Carmen, Ripple Round or Aster, with neutral upholstery and statement lighting.
- Hollywood Regency: black and gold with rich upholstery, like the Monte Carlo, Pearl or Huxton. Keep the bedding simple to balance the drama. See our Hollywood Regency furniture.
- Modern classic: black against traditional upholstery, wall mouldings and soft neutrals, like the Sorrento and Carmen.
- Minimalist: clean silhouettes with restrained accessories, like the Ripple All Black Small, styled with one lamp and a single artwork.
- Coastal contemporary: a few black pieces anchor a palette of linen, natural timber and woven textures.
Bedside Storage
- Two drawers: separate spaces for books, devices and essentials, like the Carmen, Sorrento, Aster, Huxton, Ripple Large and Ripple Round.
- Three drawers: the Pearl Large offers the most storage, with a divider in the top drawer.
- Drawer and shelf: the Makayla and Ripple add an open shelf for books or a decorative object.
Think about how you use your bedside. If you read in bed, allow space for books and a reading lamp.
Bedroom Lighting
Lighting matters more with dark furniture. Choose a table lamp that gives good reading light: brass, ceramic, glass and stone bases all complement black. On a compact table, wall lights free up the surface. Layer bedside lamps with warm ambient lighting for a welcoming evening atmosphere.
Caring for Black Bedside Tables
- Dust regularly: dust and fingerprints show more on black, so wipe with a soft, damp cloth, then dry thoroughly.
- Protect the surface: use coasters under drinks and pads under lamps and decor.
- Marble: avoid acidic cleaners on the Monte Carlo's Carrara marble top.
- Hardware and inlay: clean brass, gold and bone inlay gently with a soft cloth and avoid harsh chemicals.
- Safety: safety anchors are recommended for most of our bedside tables and included with many. Use them, particularly in homes with children.
Buying Black Bedside Tables Online
- Check the width, depth and height, and compare the height with your mattress.
- Consider the finish. Our blacks include satin paint, painted oak veneer, black timber with brass, and black and white bone inlay.
- Check the number of drawers and whether there's an open shelf.
- Assembly is easy: nearly all our black bedside tables arrive fully assembled. The Monte Carlo needs some assembly.
- Check the dispatch time on each product page.
Black Bedside Table FAQs
Are black bedside tables fashionable?
Yes. They suit contemporary, classic, minimalist and glamorous bedrooms, so they never date.
Do black bedside tables make a bedroom look smaller?
Not when balanced with lighter finishes, good lighting and the right proportions.
What size black bedside table suits a king bed?
Around 60 to 80cm wide, depending on your room and bedhead.
What size bedside table suits a queen bed?
Around 45 to 65cm wide is a good starting point.
Should a bedside table be level with the mattress?
Roughly level is ideal, though a small difference is still comfortable.
What colour lamps go with black bedside tables?
Brass, gold, white ceramic, glass and natural stone all work beautifully.
What is a fluted bedside table?
One with repeated grooves or ridges that add texture, like the Adele and Ripple.
What is a bone inlay bedside table?
A handcrafted piece where small pieces of bone are set into the surface to form a pattern, like the Huxton and Makayla.
Can I mix black bedside tables with timber furniture?
Absolutely. Black and natural timber create a sophisticated contrast.
Do black bedside tables show dust?
Dust can be more visible on black, so wipe regularly with a soft cloth.
Can black bedside tables work with dark walls?
Yes. Dark-on-dark feels sophisticated when layered with texture, good lighting and contrasting accessories.
Where can I buy designer black bedside tables in Australia?
Attica House offers black bedside tables in fluted, classic, artisan and statement designs, with delivery Australia-wide. Browse all our bedside tables, or see our white bedside tables for a lighter look.
Find Your Black Bedside Table
A beautifully designed black bedside table brings more than storage to your bedroom. It adds contrast, confidence and a sense of considered luxury. From the fluted Adele and Ripple to the curved Carmen, the artisan Aster and Huxton, and the statement Pearl and Monte Carlo, find the piece that completes your room.
Dark. Distinctive. Beautifully Attica House.
