Industrial side tables

Industrial side tables give a glass, book, or lamp a fixed place without needing a large coffee table. In the collection, you’ll mainly see black and grey models, alongside a few versions in brass-colored metal or aluminium. A suitable table matches the height of your sofa, armchair, or bed and keeps the walkway clear. For other dark looks in the home, also explore the collection of industrial home accessories.

What height and tabletop size do you need?

First decide what you want to place on the table every day. For a cup and a book, less tabletop space is needed than for a table lamp with extra items. Then compare the height with the armrest or the mattress. A large height difference can be less comfortable when you want to reach for something while seated.

Also pay attention to the shape of the top and the position of the base. Measure the total size, not just the usable surface. Check the exact dimensions and load capacity on the product page. Leave enough space next to a walkway so you can pass the table without detouring.

From functional furniture to an industrial accent

Black creates the clearest line and pairs with industrial lamps. Grey can blend more calmly with a light sofa or floor. An oxidized, brushed, or brass finish adds variety in surface, insofar as that finish is mentioned for the product. Don’t place several more dark accessories on every dark piece of furniture. A side table can also stay empty when its shape already draws enough attention.

In a small seating area, one compact model can connect the sofa and armchair. In a larger room, two different table heights can work, as long as there is enough space between them. If you want to use black, grey, wood, and concrete together, read more about combining concrete and wood with a warm base. That way, you avoid a room made up only of hard, dark materials.

Frequently asked questions about industrial side tables

Which table height suits your sofa or armchair?

Compare the table with the armrest and with the height at which you want to place something. Measure both at home and place the measurements alongside the product details.

How much clear walkway space should you leave around an industrial side table?

There is no fixed size for every room. Follow the usual route along the sofa and choose a table that doesn’t get in the way. Also take into account any protruding parts of the base.

When do you choose a black top and when a weathered metal finish?

A black top creates more contrast and pairs with other black lines. A weathered metal finish adds more variation in tone and surface when the room already contains a lot of sleek black.