Mirrored Bedside Tables

How to Choose a Mirrored Bedside Table

Start with the gap you have. Measure from the side of the bed to the wall or radiator before anything else, because this is where most bedside tables go wrong. Slimline designs such as the Lexi and Murano units are built for tighter spaces, while the larger Lexi sizes suit a bedroom with room to spare. The Celeste sits at 50cm wide, 35cm deep and 62cm tall, which gives you a useful reference point for how much floor a single unit takes up.

Then think about storage. Three drawers is the most common configuration across the range and gives you somewhere for chargers, medication and the things you would rather not leave on display. The Celeste takes the opposite approach with a single drawer on a cross-leg mirrored frame, which keeps the floor visible underneath and works well in a smaller room where a solid block of furniture would feel heavy.

Finish is the last decision and the one that changes the room most. A clear or silver mirrored table maximises light. Black mirror, as on the Lexi black units, still reflects but reads as dramatic and sophisticated rather than bright. Taupe sits between the two and is the easier option if your bedroom already has a lot going on. For a fuller getting-ready setup, the same reflective look carries across to our dressing tables and mirrors.

Living With Mirrored Bedside Tables

The real trade-off with any mirrored furniture is fingerprints. A mirrored surface beside a bed gets touched every day, and marks show sooner than they would on painted wood. The fix is straightforward: a microfibre cloth kept in the drawer and a quick pass every few days keeps the surface looking sharp. Glass cleaner works for anything more stubborn, sprayed onto the cloth rather than directly onto the unit so it does not run into the joins.

Placement matters too. A mirrored table opposite a window will throw light across the room, which is usually the point, though it can be bright first thing if the window faces east. Set at an angle to the light source rather than square on, the reflection is softer. Several of the designs in our range, including the Murano, Italian and Venetian units, are FSC certified, so the wood used in the frame comes from sustainably managed sources. You can read more about how we approach sustainability.

If you want the whole scheme to hang together, a pair either side of the bed looks more deliberate than a single unit, and mirrored finishes sit comfortably alongside a plain chest of drawers without needing to match it exactly.

FAQs

Do mirrored bedside tables show fingerprints?

Yes, more than painted or wooden surfaces. It is the main thing to weigh up before buying. A microfibre cloth deals with it in seconds, and most people settle into a quick wipe every few days. Darker mirrored finishes such as black tend to show marks slightly more than clear mirror.

Are mirrored bedside tables suitable for small bedrooms?

They are one of the better choices for a small room. The reflective surface pushes light around and makes the floor area read as larger than it is. Look at the slimline designs specifically, as these are built narrow for tight gaps between the bed and the wall.

How durable is mirrored furniture?

The mirrored panels are fixed to a wood or wood composite frame rather than being solid glass, so these are ordinary pieces of bedroom furniture with a reflective surface. Treat the panels as you would any glass surface, avoid dragging the unit across a hard floor, and lift rather than push when moving it.

What is the difference between the Lexi slim and large sizes?

Both carry three drawers and a flat top. The slimline version is narrower and designed for smaller bedrooms or tight gaps beside the bed, while the larger size gives you more drawer capacity and more surface area for a lamp and the things you keep to hand. Both are available in more than one finish.

Can I use a mirrored bedside table elsewhere in the house?

Yes, and two pieces in the range are designed for exactly that. The Noor and the Diamond both work as a bedside table or as a side table in a living room, and they are listed in both collections for that reason.

How do I clean a mirrored bedside table?

Use a dry microfibre cloth for everyday marks and a glass cleaner for anything greasier. Spray the cloth rather than the furniture so liquid does not sit in the seams between panels. Avoid abrasive cleaners and scouring pads, which leave fine scratches that catch the light.

Do you offer free delivery on mirrored bedside tables?

Free next day delivery is available to mainland UK addresses on qualifying orders. The product page confirms the expected date at checkout, and our delivery page sets out the full terms and any exclusions.