Does my child actually need a bedside table?
For younger children, a bedside table is largely about convenience for parents: somewhere to put a night light, a beaker of water and anything required for the middle-of-the-night routine without fumbling in the dark. From around age five or six, children start to take ownership of the space themselves, charging a reading torch, keeping a book on the go, storing small collections. A bedside table with a drawer or cupboard helps keep that clutter contained rather than spreading across the floor.
Choosing the right height
Standard bedside table height (roughly 50–60cm) works well alongside a single bed. For bunk beds and high sleepers, a standard bedside table won't reach the upper bunk, our tall bedside table for bunks is specifically designed for this, sitting at a height that works alongside the top bunk without requiring a climb down in the night.
What to look for:
- A drawer or cupboard — open tops look neat, but drawers contain the inevitable accumulation of bits and bobs far better
- A stable base — children are not gentle with furniture; look for solid wood or MDF construction rather than lightweight alternatives
- Coordinating finish — our bedside tables are available in white, neutral, and colour options designed to work alongside the wider GLTC bedroom furniture range, including the Paddington, Star Bright and Croft collections
- Clip-on options — if floor space is very tight, a clip-on bedside table attaches directly to the bed frame, keeping the floor completely clear
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