Mirrored Side Tables

Where a Mirrored Side Table Works Best

The obvious spot is beside the sofa, and it is the obvious spot for a reason. A side table there needs to be close to seat height so a mug or a remote is within easy reach without anyone stretching. A mirrored finish adds something a plain wooden table does not, which is the ability to reflect a lamp and effectively double the light in that corner of the room.

Darker rooms benefit most. If your living room faces north, or the window is small relative to the floor area, a reflective surface in the corner furthest from the light makes the space feel less closed in. The same logic applies in a hallway, where a narrow mirrored table against the wall catches light from the front door and stops the entrance feeling like a tunnel.

Both pieces in our range are equally at home in a bedroom. The Noor is listed as a side table and a bedside table for that reason, and the Diamond works either side of a bed just as well as it does beside a chair. If it is the bedroom you are furnishing, our mirrored bedside tables cover that use specifically.

Caring for Glass and Mirrored Side Tables

Mirrored furniture has a reputation for being delicate, but our range has been designed for durability as well as style. The panels on our mirror side tables are fixed to a solid frame, not free-standing sheets of glass, and the Noor uses tempered glass, which is considerably stronger than ordinary glass and can handle everyday knocks.

What is true is that mirrors do tend to show marks, such as dust and fingerprints, more obviously than other surfaces. Fortunately, a quick pass every few days with a microfibre cloth is all it takes to clear away day-to-day marks. Use glass cleaner sprayed onto the cloth for anything greasier, and keep abrasive cleaners away from the panels.

Coasters are worth the small effort on a mirrored top, not because the surface will stain the way untreated wood does, but because a wet ring is more visible and evaporates more slowly on glass. If the table is going somewhere it will get daily use with drinks, that is the one habit worth building. For a softer look with the same light-reflecting effect, our glass side tables range is worth a look, and the round side tables collection covers shapes that suit tighter corners.

FAQs

Are mirrored side tables fragile?

Less so than people expect. The mirrored panels are mounted on a solid frame rather than standing alone, and the Noor uses tempered glass, which is made to withstand everyday use. Treat the surface with care, as you would any glass tabletop. Avoid dragging the table across hard floors, and lift it rather than pushing it when you move it.

Do mirrored side tables make a room look bigger?

They can. A reflective surface bounces light into parts of a room that would otherwise be dim, and that extra light is what makes a space read as more open. The effect is most noticeable in a darker room or a corner well away from the window. It is a lift rather than a transformation, but in a small living room it is a real one.

What height should a side table be next to a sofa?

As a general rule, aim for a table top roughly level with the sofa arm, or a little below it. That way you can set a drink down without lifting your elbow. Check the height listed on the product page against your own sofa arm before ordering, as arm heights vary a lot between designs.

How do I keep a mirrored side table clean?

A dry microfibre cloth handles dust and fingerprints. For marks left by drinks or anything greasy, use a glass cleaner sprayed onto the cloth rather than straight onto the table, so liquid does not sit in the joins. Avoid abrasive cleaners and scouring pads, which leave fine scratches.

Can a mirrored side table be used as a bedside table?

Yes. Both pieces in this range are dual-purpose and are listed in the bedside tables collection as well. The Noor in particular is designed to work in either room, so the choice comes down to the height you need and the space you have beside the bed.

Do mirrored side tables suit a modern living room?

They do, though the effect depends on the rest of the room. Against plain walls and simple furniture, a mirrored table adds interest without clutter. In a room already busy with pattern and colour, it can be one thing too many. If the scheme is calm, a reflective piece is a straightforward way to add a little glamour.

Do you offer free delivery on mirrored side tables?

Free next day delivery is available to mainland UK addresses on qualifying orders, with the expected date confirmed at checkout. Full terms and any exclusions are set out on our delivery page, and the returns page covers the conditions if something is not right.