Nightstands

If you are looking to spruce up and enhance the look and feel of your bed-room, then mid-century modern nightstands are the way to go. The mid-century nightstand is more than just the traditional bedside table or cabinet, that has for centuries adorned the side of the bed. It is functional, yet classy and may feature open drawers or shelves, to give you extra space to keep your bedside clock, cellphones, eyeglasses, a book or anything else that you need within reach while at the bed.

Choosing A Mid-Century Modern Nightstand

There are plenty of features and varieties to choose from when it comes to mid-century modern nightstands. The styles, colors, legs and overall designs are as varied as they come, and you will be sure to get something that will tickle your fancy.

The best mid-century modern nightstands are made of wood or wood finishing, which gives it a more natural appeal. Wood has been used to make furniture since the beginning of time and is the most natural choice for nightstands and other home furniture. No other material gives elegance, class, and finesse as well as wood. Taking care of wood is also easy, and a simple wood polish job once in a while will ensure the furniture remains in pristine condition for years and decades.

The other available modern styles for nightstands include contemporary, Scandinavian and industrial styles. These types and styles would use more abstract and less natural designs, and would also probably use a material that is less natural including plastic or steel. While they may not give the most natural look, it is the finishing and the finesse of the designer or the craftsman that will ultimately determine how it appears.

Finishing

Mid-century modern nightstands are designed to give an antique look and may appear no-frills, but the perfect attention to detail and glossy finish offers rich detailing and adds a nice touch to the bedside accessory. The finishing comes in contrasting dark and soft shades, to complement the features of the other bedroom furniture, fittings and curtains. The mid-century modern nightstands will also have different varieties and types of legs, from simple to sophisticated. Whether you prefer a simple look or not, the elegance and class of the legs will speak for itself, and you are sure to fall in love with your bedroom every time. The legs for the nightstands will be either hairpin or tapered, as they are usually the standard legs for this type of furniture. Either of these legs will provide the real feeling of mid-century, common in the 1950s.

Colors

Color is one of the things that will most stand out about your nightstand. The natural wood colors that often come with the mid-century modern nightstands, will offer the peace and tranquility that is expected of a bedroom. If you need more color in your life, the nightstands can come in bold colors to complement the color of your bedroom, and your particular preference. Colors may also be selected based on accessories such as lampshades that may go with the nightstand. The choice of color will also depend on the color of the room. If the room has dark colors, it may be better to go for a nightstand with lighter shades like white or beige to ensure that it stands out. You could also blend the color of the nightstand with the colors of other bedroom furnishings such as the bed, wardrobes, and dressers.

Budget

Mid-century modern nightstands are vintage, and most people associate vintage with expensive. However, the best mid-century modern nightstands need not necessarily be pricey, and it is possible to get a good bargain for exquisite and original bed stands that meet your taste.

The mid-century modern nightstand is a must-have piece of home furniture, that combines style, sleek design, and functionality. They are perfect for the bedroom, but nightstands also look great anywhere else in your house and can be placed in the living room, dining room, at the study, or even next to the fireplace. Their versatile, simple design and size, also make them easy to move in case you are relocating, ensuring that there is no chance that you will leave this treasured piece of furniture behind in case you have to move house.

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