For a finishing touch in any bedroom, a bedside cabinet is ideal. They can be purchased in pairs – one for each side of a double bed – or on their own for a single bed. As they come in all shapes and sizes, finding one to suit will be easy.

ercol Savona 3 drawer bedside cabinet

Part of the classic ercol range, this is a hand-crafted bedside cabinet.

Made from solid oak and oak veneers, it stands at 24 inches high and has a lacquer finish, making it easy to clean and care for. This oak bedside table is part of a range so you can have a bedroom that matches but it is also striking enough to use as a stand alone piece.

Spectrum 5, 2 drawer bedside cabinet

Become ultra-modern with this very contemporary bedside cabinet. The modern design is perfect for a minimalist room, but its range of colour options gives it a delightful retro feel too.

Loxley 3 drawer bedside cabinet

Bedside cabinets do not come more traditional than this Loxley item. Crafted from solid Indonesian mahogany, this unit has two drawers and a ‘secret’ drawer for those treasures you want to hide away. The dark wood is ideal for adding a touch of old-fashioned elegance to a room. It could also be used as a lamp table in a study.

Ambriella 2 drawer bedside chest

One of a number of white bedside cabinets, the Ambriella bedside chest is also available with an oak top. A choice of handles is also available on the chest, which has been given a very simple design. It works equally well with modern décor as it will in rooms with a more rustic feel. Made from composite materials, the unit is part of a range of matching furniture.

Bedside cabinets have plenty of advantages and bedrooms seem to look incomplete without one. If redecorating, do not forget to include this important piece of furniture as part of the package.