Last Updated on November 28, 2021 by Kimberly Crawford
Modern nightstands are multipurpose small bedside tables. These are mainly used to place items which might be useful during the night.
A nightstand usually contains a few drawers and a shelf with some space for decorations as well. One look at a nightstand might reveal anyone’s nighttime routine. A perfectly arranged nightstand enhances the overall ambiance and décor of the bedroom.
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How tall should a nightstand be?
As a general rule, the nightstand should match the height of your mattress. There shouldn’t be a need to bend down or look up to find an item placed on a nightstand while lying in your bed. Height varies from 20 to 24 inches and can be adjusted as per the bedroom settings.
How to build a nightstand?
Building a nightstand doesn’t require intricate knowledge of woodwork. Just a few basic tools and sound design can help you build a nightstand without much difficulty.
You must consider a few things before building a nightstand. These include the color of your bed, dresser and other furniture items present in your bedroom. The color of the walls and the design of the bedroom should also be considered.
Here are 50+ nightstand ideas you may consider:
1. Hollow Box
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Simple and elegant design offers minimalistic design with plenty of space for your routine items plus a small bookshelf for nighttime reading.
2. Wood and Metal
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This wood and metal nightstand offers an open drawer for your books and a spacious shelf for decorations. With a similar iron bed and contrasting background, the nightstand looks perfect.
3. Dark Walnut
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This particular nightstand made with dark walnut wood adds an antique look to your bedroom. It has a proper drawer and small bookshelf to fulfill your daily needs.
4. Modern Wall-mount
![51+ Creative and Cheap DIY Nightstand Ideas and Designs 58 4 nightstand ideas](https://images.farmfoodfamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/4-nightstand-ideas.jpg)
This wall-mounted nightstand adds minimalistic elegance to your bedroom. To features an open drawer and open top for your accessories.
5. Wooden Rack
![51+ Creative and Cheap DIY Nightstand Ideas and Designs 59 5 nightstand ideas](https://images.farmfoodfamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/5-nightstand-ideas.jpg)
Another easy to make nightstand with innovative design. The color of wood and drawer can be adjusted to match your bedroom settings. Throw in a few books to make it more delightful.
6. Jacobean Wood Panels
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These tall standing nightstands, fitted with lamps, are unique in their design. These are suitable for a spacious bedroom and look elegant with matching furniture.
7. Square Top
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This square top nightstand suits a variety of bedroom furniture. The color of the tabletop can match the furniture or floor panels with a contrasting frame to enhance vividness.
8. Classic
![51+ Creative and Cheap DIY Nightstand Ideas and Designs 62 8 nightstand ideas](https://images.farmfoodfamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/8-nightstand-ideas.jpg)
This nightstand with four compartments provides ample storage space for books, alarm clocks, and other accessories. Its white color enhances its classic look and an indoor plant completes this décor artistically.
9. Pallet Wood
![51+ Creative and Cheap DIY Nightstand Ideas and Designs 63 9 nightstand ideas](https://images.farmfoodfamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/9-nightstand-ideas.jpg)
This pallet wood nightstand is simple and easy to make. If your bedroom has matching floor panels or furniture, this nightstand will enhance overall décor.
10. Four Squares
![51+ Creative and Cheap DIY Nightstand Ideas and Designs 64 10 nightstand ideas](https://images.farmfoodfamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/10-nightstand-ideas.jpg)
This simple nightstand matches every type of furniture. Just select a color according to the bedroom décor and enjoy the plenty of space offered by this nightstand.
11. Rustic Wood
![51+ Creative and Cheap DIY Nightstand Ideas and Designs 65 11 nightstand ideas](https://images.farmfoodfamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/11-nightstand-ideas.jpg)
This nightstand is an extension of the headboard. It provides a simple metal platform for your accessories and a clamp-on lamp. It adds an antique to the overall ambiance of the bedroom.
12. Treasure Chest
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This box-shaped nightstand looks simple and antique. The wood stain can easily be matched to the furniture, thus enhancing the outlook of the bedroom.
13. Triple Drawer
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This conventional design still looks awesome and its triple drawers provide plenty of space for your accessories.
14. All Black
![51+ Creative and Cheap DIY Nightstand Ideas and Designs 68 14 nightstand ideas](https://images.farmfoodfamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/14-nightstand-ideas.jpg)
This nightstand has an elegant design and matte finish which makes it stand out from its surroundings. It also has plenty of space for your use.
15. Maple Wood
![51+ Creative and Cheap DIY Nightstand Ideas and Designs 69 15 nightstand ideas](https://images.farmfoodfamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/15-nightstand-ideas.jpg)
This nightstand is well suited for smaller bedrooms. Fixed in a corner, its unique triangle top acts as a lamp as well as a shelf.
16. Minimalistic
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This nightstand is as simple as two pieces of wood joined together and fixed on the wall. This is minimalistic and chic, yet suits your needs if you don’t require a lot of space.
17. Double Drawer
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This nightstand features one open and one covered drawer in addition to the top shelf. Its all-black color enhances its presence in the room.
18. Iron Frame
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This nightstand couples iron frame with a wooden shelf and a wooden drawer. It would look excellent with iron furniture and wooden floor.
19. Graceful White
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This nightstand with its white drawers and golden legs would suit almost any bedroom furniture. It is graceful simple and offers plenty of space.
20. Classic White
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This nightstand offers a classic design that would go with any furniture and bedroom design. It is simple, chic and beautiful.
21. From crates
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22. Step nightstand
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23. Chair nightstand
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24. Concrete blocks
![51+ Creative and Cheap DIY Nightstand Ideas and Designs 78 24 nightstand ideas](https://images.farmfoodfamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/24-nightstand-ideas.jpg)
25. Suitcases
![51+ Creative and Cheap DIY Nightstand Ideas and Designs 79 25 nightstand ideas](https://images.farmfoodfamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/25-nightstand-ideas.jpg)
26. Cheese box
![51+ Creative and Cheap DIY Nightstand Ideas and Designs 80 26 nightstand ideas](https://images.farmfoodfamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/26-nightstand-ideas.jpg)
27. For small space
![51+ Creative and Cheap DIY Nightstand Ideas and Designs 81 27 nightstand ideas](https://images.farmfoodfamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/27-nightstand-ideas.jpg)
28. Vintage chair
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29. Vintage suitcases nightstand
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30. Window boxes
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32. White nightstand
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33. Wood slice styled
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34. DIY bookshelf nightstand
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35. Cool nightstand
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36. DIY bedside table from stack books
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37. Compact pipe nightstand
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38. Chic nightstand
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39. Striped Nightstand Ikea Hack
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40. Basket nightstand
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41. Hanging nightstand
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42. Nightstand with beautiful florals
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43. DIY sliding barn door nightstand
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44. Rounded nightstand
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45. $30 diy nightstand
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46. Adorable nightstand
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47. A box
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48. Wall hanging side table
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49. Rustic Square Bedside Table
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50. DIY crate nightstand
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51. Bedside table DIY
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52. Gun nightstand
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Conclusion
A Nightstand may seem to be a small part of the furniture in overall bedroom design. But its utility and placement increase its importance. One must select a design and color which matches the bedroom theme and enhances the overall ambiance of the room.