Handmade bedside cabinets for a well-organised bedroom

A book, a glass of water and a phone can soon fill a small bedside top. A well-chosen bedside cabinet gives those everyday things a proper home, with storage underneath for the bits you would rather keep out of sight.

At Woodlands Furniture, the collection includes painted bedside tables, solid pine designs and shelved options, with different proportions to suit the space beside your bed. Choose from British-made pieces with two or three drawers, or explore taller designs when you need additional storage.

Start with what you keep beside the bed

Drawer count is a useful starting point, but think about what will actually go inside. Reading glasses, charging cables and hand cream need relatively little room. Books and spare nightwear call for a closer look at the usable drawer space.

Two drawers for the everyday essentials

A 2 drawer bedside cabinet makes sense when you want a couple of separate compartments without a tall piece beside the mattress. The Dewsbury 2 Drawer Bedside in White measures 50cm wide, 40cm deep and 51cm high. Its lower height is worth considering beside a lower bed.

This model has tongue and groove drawers and is available in colours beyond the white shown. Use one drawer for things you reach for each evening and the other for spares, leaving the top available for your lamp.

Three drawers when you prefer things separated

A 3 drawer bedside table gives you another compartment for organising smaller belongings. The Dewsbury 3 Drawer Bedside in White is 50cm wide and 40cm deep, with a height of 71cm. Check that height against your mattress before choosing it.

For a narrower alternative, the Cambridge 3 Drawer Bedside Table measures 45cm wide, 40cm deep and 64cm high. That 5cm difference in width can matter when the bed sits close to a wall or wardrobe.

An open shelf for the book you are still reading

Not everything needs to be put away in a drawer. The Cambridge 2 Drawer Shelved Bedside in White combines drawers with an open shelf, giving you somewhere accessible for a book or magazine.

At 45cm wide, 41cm deep and 70cm high, it offers a different storage arrangement from the lower Dewsbury two-drawer model. Choose it for the shelf itself, rather than assuming all two-drawer designs have similar proportions.

Choosing a pine bedside table: look beyond the finish name

If you want solid pine, check the material description as well as the colour. Names such as “dark oak” and “light oak” can describe the finish applied to pine rather than the timber used to make the cabinet.

The Baltic 3 Drawer Bedside in Dark Oak Polished is listed as solid pine. Measuring 45cm wide, 40cm deep and 65cm high, it is an option for shoppers who prefer a darker wood finish in a relatively narrow cabinet.

The Victorian Solid Pine 3 Drawer Bedside in Light Oak Wax offers another direction. It measures 50cm wide, 41cm deep and 75.5cm high, making it the tallest of these examples. Its solid pine construction and tongue and groove drawers are stated in the product description. Consider the lighter finish alongside your flooring, bed frame and existing furniture before deciding.

Measure the space you use, not just the gap

A cabinet can fit between the bed and wall yet still be awkward to live with. Before ordering, check:

• Height beside the mattress: Measure to the top of the mattress, including any topper, and consider how comfortably you can reach a drink or lamp.

• Room to open drawers: Allow for bedding hanging over the side and any nearby furniture.

• Space behind the cabinet: Skirting boards, plugs and charging leads may prevent it from sitting flush against the wall.

• The surface you need: Measure your lamp base and leave enough room for the items you use every night.

The listed product dimensions are approximate. Where a few millimetres could determine whether a piece fits, confirm the measurements with the team before placing your order.

Choose the details you will notice every day

Colour is only part of the decision. Handles affect how a cabinet looks and how comfortable it is to open, while drawer runners influence its everyday feel.

For example, the Dewsbury three-drawer model lists traditional, metal and soft-close runner options, alongside different knobs and handles. Some selections carry an additional charge, so check your chosen configuration rather than relying solely on the starting price. Bespoke dimensions can also be discussed through the product’s enquiry options.

The bedside models featured here are listed as fully assembled. That takes cabinet construction off your to-do list, although it is still worth planning how the finished piece will reach the bedroom.

Give the rest of the bedroom a little thought

You do not need to replace every piece of furniture to make a new bedside look at home. Repeating a handle finish or choosing a sympathetic colour can help it sit comfortably beside furniture you already own.

If you are furnishing the whole room, browse the chest of drawers collection for larger clothing storage, or compare the bedroom furniture sets. Look for the same named range and check the selected finishes across each piece.

Once you have a shortlist, speak to Woodlands Furniture about any remaining questions on dimensions or options. A few clear measurements and a description of what you need to store will make that conversation more useful.

Frequently asked questions

1. Can I see a colour sample before ordering?

Yes. Paint and wood finish samples are available through the website. Compare your chosen sample with the furniture and flooring already in the room, checking it in daylight and under your bedside lighting before making a final decision.

2. Is delivery available outside Yorkshire?

Delivery is available to mainland UK addresses, with free local delivery within 40 miles of WF17 6JS. Charges apply beyond that area, and some postcodes require a separate quotation. Standard delivery is to the doorstep; room-of-choice delivery can be requested at an additional cost. Confirm arrangements using the delivery information.

3. Can I order for a particular moving date?

Discuss your deadline before ordering and ask for the current production estimate. Furniture is handmade to order, and delivery dates are estimates rather than guaranteed appointments. Allow some flexibility if you are arranging a house move or preparing a guest bedroom for visitors.

4. How should I care for a pine cabinet?

Dust with a soft, dry cloth and wipe up spills promptly. Avoid abrasive cleaners, standing water and direct heat. Before applying furniture polish or another treatment, check that it is suitable for the particular waxed, polished or painted finish you have chosen.

5. What should I do if the furniture arrives damaged?

Inspect the cabinet on arrival and contact the team promptly with your order details and photographs of the issue. The product pages offer repair or replacement support for damaged or faulty furniture. Call 03330 062 672 or use the contact page for assistance.