Storage can be stylish; sideboards can be placed to anchor areas without blocking traffic, decorative objects can be used to vary height, surfaces can be used for functional items and personal collections to style the space. Options to suit all budgets: online marketplaces for affordable (£200-£500) with seasonal sales offering big discounts, multi-brand retailers for mid-range (£500-£1,200) and specialist furniture retailers for premium (£1,200+) offering selection of elegant sideboards.
A Sideboard Cabinet: What Is It?
A sideboard cabinet is a multi-functional piece of furniture that can be used for decoration and storage. These low-profile units have several cabinets and drawers to store household items and act as a surface for display.
Most designs have several storage spaces; enclosed cabinets to hide clutter and deep drawers for larger items. Many also have open shelving sections to display ornaments or regularly used items. The dual purpose of sideboards sets them apart from other storage furniture. When entertaining the flat top surface instantly becomes a display space for serving dishes, ornaments, picture frames and table lamps.
While keeping the clean lines that make sideboards look so stylish these features improve functionality. Sideboards are lovely because of their adaptability to your changing needs. In the living room you could use it to store board games and throws. When you rearrange your space you could switch it out to hold linens and tableware. They’re a wise investment because they adapt to your lifestyle.
Sideboards in an industrial style
Usually doors made from reclaimed materials and frames made of steel or iron with distressed wood tops are used. Details that honour rather than hide the manufacturing process include visible bolts, rivets and welded joints.
Practical features like mesh doors for ventilation, adjustable shelving and sturdy construction that can take heavy use are common in industrial sideboards. They’re striking focal points that anchor rooms with bold, architectural character because of their presence and masculine look.
