Side Tables

122 products

    Explore side tables for UK living rooms, from compact end and lamp tables to decorative designs for sofas, armchairs and reading corners. Choose round, square, nesting and storage styles in natural timber, painted and mixed-material finishes. Browse Wooden Side Tables for oak, mango wood and other warm timber designs.

    Side tables provide useful surface space without the footprint of a larger table, making them practical for compact lounges as well as spacious seating areas. Clear, tinted and mirrored finishes can create a lighter appearance, while Glass Side Tables offer a focused choice of transparent and reflective designs.

    122 products
    Vintage-style side table with a textured surface on a white background
    Beige armchair next to a wooden side table with a lamp and books in a living room setting.
    Serene Rattan Collection Small Side Table
    Wooden side table with a rustic finish on a white background
    Wooden side table with a vase of flowers in a living room setting
    Haldon Collection 1 Drawer Side Table With Shelf
    A rustic, single-drawer side table with turned wooden legs and a lower shelf, finished in a weathered gray-brown wash.
    A rustic two-tier wooden side table with a square top and turned legs, shown on a plain white background.
    Delphine Collection Small Side Table
    Black side table with a geometric design on a white background
    Black side table with a lamp and plant in a living room setting
    Lennox Black Wood Side Table
    Off-white metal side table
    Off-white round metal side table
    Side Table Metal Off-White Connhal
    A modern black metal side table with an asymmetrical design, featuring a single central pedestal column and two elongated oval-shaped shelves, shown against a plain white background.
    A modern black oval side table with a single pedestal leg stands beside a light beige sofa in a bright living room. A cup and saucer with a spoon sit on the tabletop, and an open book rests on the sofa.
    Side Table Metal Black Connhal
    A minimalist white side table with a round top, a single central pedestal leg, and a wide circular base, shown against a plain white background.
    A modern blue fabric sofa in a bright living room, styled with a small round white side table, an open book, and a cup on the seat. The room features a blue rug, a geometric floor lamp, and a window casting natural light.
    Side Table Metal Off-White Elysium
    A modern round side table with a light natural wood top and a faceted, tapered wooden pedestal base in medium brown tones, shown on a plain white background.
    A round wooden side table with a tapered, faceted pedestal base, styled in a bright, modern living room next to a cream bouclé sofa and a woven basket.
    Side Table Travertine Effect Brown Lonan
    A round wooden side table with a medium brown walnut finish, featuring a sculptural three-legged base with open center panels, shown on a plain white background.
    A round wooden side table with a sculptural curved legs design, styled in a bright, modern living room next to a cream bouclé sofa and a woven basket.
    Side Table Brown Imona
    Dark brown side table with a minimalist design on a white background
    Dark wooden side table with a white mug and book in a minimalistic room.
    Side Table 45 cm 45 cm Black Armengol
    Black round side table on a white background
    Small round black table with a cup on a patterned rug in a living room.
    Side Table Marble Black Vanesa
    Small round side table with marble top and black metal frame on a white background
    Round side table with a black marble top and metal frame in a living room setting.
    Side Table Marble Dark Green Vanesa
    A modern side table featuring a round natural wood top with visible grain and a black metal wire cage cylindrical base, isolated on a white background.
    Copper sofa with decorative pillow, wooden side table with candles, and decorative items in a living room setting.
    Side Table Mango Wood Brown/ Black Josebe
    A curved, semi-circular stone side table or stool made of light beige travertine with natural vertical veining, isolated on a white background.
    A modern organic-shaped wooden end table in a light natural finish, styled in a living room next to a brown sofa with a green mushroom lamp and a small bird figurine on top.
    Side Table Travertine Effect Tiernagh
    A round side table with a dark charcoal gray wood grain finish, featuring a thick circular top and three blocky, tapered legs, shown against a plain white background.
    Black side table in a living room setting with a green sofa and decorative items.
    Side Table Black Aniek
    A minimalist U-shaped side table or stool in a warm cream-beige finish, shown from a three-quarters perspective against a solid white background.
    Modern living room with a beige armchair, white side table, and decorative elements.
    Side Table Light Beige Aviannah
    A modern black U-shaped side table or console stool with a matte finish, shown on a solid white background.
    A modern black side table with a curved, open-frame design, styled in a living room between two brown armchairs with a beige throw blanket and a small gold table lamp on top.
    Side Table Black Aviannah
    Clear glass side table on a white background
    Modern living room with a white armchair, glass table, and decorative elements.
    Side Table Glass Golden Brown Kelham
    A translucent dusty rose pink plastic stool with a wide circular seat and a tapered pedestal base, shown on a plain white background.
    A translucent dusty rose side table with a flared pedestal base, styled in a modern living room next to a cream-colored round sofa.
    Side Table Glass Red Elfrieda
    A modern mushroom-shaped side stool made of translucent dark red glass, shown against a plain white background.
    A modern sculptural side table made of translucent dark amber glass, styled in a minimalist living room next to a beige sofa.
    Side Table Glass Dark Brown Elfrieda
    Two transparent gray side tables on a white background
    Transparent side table and stool in a living room setting with a white armchair and decorative elements.
    Set of 2 Side Tables Glass Grey Cesiro
    A pair of translucent olive green glass stools with wide round seats and tapered pedestal bases, shown on a plain white background.
    Two translucent olive green glass side tables with a flared pedestal base, styled in a modern living room next to a beige sofa.
    Set of 2 Side Tables Glass Green Cesiro
    Set of two round metal side tables with glass tops on a white background
    Gold nesting tables with a decorative object on a wooden floor against a gray wall.
    Libra Vienna Antique Gold Atlas Set Of 2 Side Tray Tables
    Round side table with clock face design on a white background
    Gold side table with glass top next to a gray armchair in a room with beige curtains.
    Libra Atlas Moving Cogs Side Table 50cm
    Wooden side table with a curved design on a white background
    Wooden side table in a living room setting with a green sofa and decorative items.
    Side Table Dark Brown Tiernagh
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    Small round table with gold rim and marble base on a white background
    Gold side table with a white cup and saucer next to a green sofa.
    Side Table Metal White Maulsby
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    Concrete side table with a textured surface on a white background
    Outdoor furniture set with white cushions on a patio overlooking a scenic view.
    Side Table 50 cm 50 cm White Terrazzo Rohun
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    Wooden side table with a round top and cylindrical base on a white background
    Wooden side table with books and a candle next to a green sofa in a living room.
    Side Table Light Ash Wood Teneile
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    Decorative side table with mirror and glittery base on a white background
    Decorative side table with a vase of blue flowers in a living room setting.
    Side Table Glass Mirrored Silver Dawniel
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    Glass side table with metal frame on a white background
    Modern living room with a glass coffee table, side table, and armchair.
    Side Table Tempered Glass Silver Lorccan
    Black beaded stool on a white background
    Black beaded side table next to a white sofa with a decorative pillow in a living room setting.
    Side Table Black Galligan
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    Decorative cylindrical stool with geometric pattern on a white background
    Decorative side table in a living room setting with a lamp and cup.
    Side Table Light Grey Ritney
    Three small round tables with concrete tops and black metal frames on a white background
    Set of three round side tables with black metal legs in a living room setting.
    Set of 3 Side Tables Black Baylor
    Glass side table with wheels on a white background
    Side Table Tempered Glass Blue with Wheels Josclyn
    Blue glass side table on a white background
    Blue glass side table with a book and mug in a living room setting
    Side Table Tempered Glass Blue Aunnika
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    Two green side tables with white tops on a white background
    Set of 2 Side Tables Metal Light Green Lazarus
    Two black side tables on a white background
    Two black side tables in a living room setting with a couch and plant.
    Set of 2 Side Tables Metal Black Lazarus
    Black round table with ribbed cylindrical base on a white background
    Beige sofa with a black side table and decorative items in a living room setting.
    Side Table Black Alandria
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    Round white table with ribbed cylindrical base on a white background
    Beige sofa with a white side table and decorative items in a living room setting.
    Side Table Ceramic Light Beige Alandria
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    Set of two clear glass nesting tables on a white background
    Beige sectional sofa with glass coffee tables in a living room setting.
    Set of 2 Side Tables Tempered Glass Black Navaro

    Side tables, end tables and lamp tables for living rooms

    Side tables are versatile occasional tables designed to provide convenient surface space beside sofas, armchairs and other seating. They can hold lamps, drinks, books, remotes and decorative accessories while helping make a living room layout more practical. Depending on their shape and intended use, they may also be described as end tables, lamp tables or accent tables.

    Material plays a major role in the overall appearance. Natural and wood-effect finishes introduce warmth and visible texture, while glass can create a lighter visual feel. Metal Side Tables include black, gold, silver and other metallic finishes suited to contemporary, industrial and decorative interiors. Marble, travertine-effect, ceramic and mixed-material tops provide further choices where a stronger statement is preferred.

    Size and proportion are especially important when positioning a side table beside seating. A small or narrow side table can fit into limited gaps where a larger table would restrict movement, while wider designs provide more room for lamps, books and drinks. The height should also feel comfortable in relation to the nearby sofa or armchair so everyday items remain easy to reach.

    Side tables serve a different purpose from Coffee Tables, which normally provide a larger central surface in front of the seating arrangement. Many living rooms use both: a coffee table for the centre of the room and one or two side tables beside individual seats. This creates convenient surfaces around the room without relying on a single large table.

    Shape can affect both style and practicality. Round side tables can soften rooms dominated by straight furniture lines and avoid projecting sharp corners into tighter spaces. Square and rectangular designs sit neatly beside sofa arms or walls, while nesting side tables give you several surfaces that can be separated when needed and grouped together again to save floor space.

    A side table placed beside one of your Armchairs can create a practical reading or relaxation area with room for a lamp, book or drink. The same approach works beside sofas, where matching tables at either end can create symmetry or contrasting designs can be used for a more individual look.

    Storage features can make a side table more useful for everyday living. Drawers provide concealed space for remotes, chargers and smaller accessories, while open shelves keep books and frequently used items easy to reach. Lidded and storage-table designs offer another option where you want a compact table to serve more than one purpose.

    Colour can either coordinate with existing furniture or introduce contrast. Natural wood and neutral finishes work across many interiors, while black, gold, green, marble-effect and other stronger colours can make a side table more decorative. Consider the sofa, armchairs, flooring and surrounding furniture rather than choosing the table in isolation.

    For hallways, behind sofas or along longer walls, Console Tables provide a wider and usually taller alternative. Side tables are generally better suited to small spaces directly beside seating, so the location and intended use should determine which furniture type is more practical.

    Before ordering, check the complete width, depth and height of the table and measure the space available around it. Allow comfortable room for movement and check whether drawers, shelves or removable tops require additional clearance. Care requirements also vary between wood, glass, metal, marble and other surfaces, so follow the individual product instructions.

    FAQs

    What are side tables used for?

    Side tables provide a convenient surface beside sofas, armchairs and other seating for lamps, drinks, books, remotes and decorative accessories.

    What is the difference between a side table and an end table?

    The terms are often used for similar furniture. An end table normally sits at the end of a sofa, while side table is a broader term covering compact tables used beside different types of seating.

    Are side tables suitable for small living rooms?

    Yes. Compact and narrow side tables can provide useful surface space without taking up the floor area of a larger coffee table. Always check the dimensions against the available space.

    Can a side table be used as a lamp table?

    Yes. Many side tables work well as lamp tables provided the surface is large and stable enough for the lamp and there is convenient access to a power socket.

    Are nesting side tables practical?

    Yes. Nesting tables provide additional surfaces when required and can be grouped together again when you want to save floor space.

    What size side table should I choose?

    Measure the available space beside the sofa or armchair and consider the height of the nearby seating. The table should be easy to reach without restricting movement around the room.

    Which material is best for a side table?

    There is no single best material. Wood provides warmth and texture, glass creates a lighter appearance, metal suits modern or industrial interiors, and marble or stone-effect designs can create a stronger decorative feature.