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Sideboards & Buffets

Dining room furniture includes sideboards and buffets, from a small sideboard to modern buffet cabinets used for storage and display.

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About Sideboards & Buffets products

Sideboards are a practical option for an entrance way. They provide a place to leave your keys and wallet. They are also part of the the dining room furniture. Elegant and detailed, sideboard cabinets can add ambience to a hallway that lacks character

Sideboards, Buffets are one of the most versatile pieces of furniture in modern homes. Sideboards and buffet tables are a practical entrance way option to leave the keys and wallet - while elegant and detailed sideboards may add ambience to a hallway lacking in character. They are the perfect mix of display and storage furniture.

How to choose the best sideboard

When selecting a sideboard cabinet, it is important to consider the available space and overall decor theme. There are several material options to choose from when selecting a sideboard. These options include oak, rattan, hardwood, timber or metal. A black sideboard can provide the same storage while giving the room a darker visual anchor.

Selecting the appropriate dimensions is also crucial, especially in areas where space is limited. Small sideboard cabinets are generally the best option, providing ample room for movement without creating a cramped environment. In some cases where the room's configuration is different or space is limited, bespoke and customisable options may be available to suit specific needs. Large sideboards to enhance a dining area.  Narrow sideboards and buffets are suited to hallways and dining areas where circulation space is limited.

Consider a buffet cabinet for storage and display

A buffet cabinet offers additional storage for dinnerware while providing further opportunity to complement or off-set the dining set. Some buffet tables come with hutches or cabinets built-in, although for easy access to those larger serving dishes, consider units with sliding cupboards. Smaller drawers are the perfect place to store cutlery, tablemats and serviettes. When not in use, a sideboard is a perfect place to show off design objects or artefacts. A black buffet cabinet can keep dinnerware concealed while creating a defined surface for serving or display.

Buffet tables for a better dining

The addition of a buffet table will declutter the dining table while keeping food, beverages and utensils close by while entertaining. With a range of finishing options, including wood and white gloss, whether it’s a sleek glass-topped table or a rustic look to match the farmhouse dining suite, a carefully selected buffet table will provide both practical storage and decorative appeal. Contemporary sideboards and buffets often use clean-lined forms and restrained finishes to sit comfortably with modern dining furniture.

What is the difference between sideboards and buffet tables?

Both sideboards and buffet tables are classified as pieces of furniture that have storage areas for table linen, glasses and cutlery. However, sideboards generally are called such if they have shorter legs and are overall more formal in appearance.

What are the dimensions of a dining room sideboard?

Dining room sideboards can range in many sizes, depending on individual preferences. The average height for a sideboard is 90cm, and the average length is 150cm.

What are the dimensions of a buffet table?

Like sideboards, there is no one size fits all dimensions for buffet tables. However, the average width of a buffet table is around 60cm, and the average height is around 90cm.