Modern Affordable Night Stands Under $350

When Furnishing a bedroom, night stands may not seem like a difficult decision. But I’ve seen so many mistakes in the nightstand department. They not only serve as a visual purpose - framing your bed on either side, but they also serve a huge function. Storage. Never once have I preferred a drawerless nightstand for any bedroom, except for maybe a guest room.

There are a few things to consider.

The Height

What is the height of your nightstand in relation to your bed. This is really vital since you will be most likely reaching for stuff on/in your nightstand when you are laying down in bed. This is also a visual thing as well. You do not want a drastic change in height from the top of the bed to the tabletop of the nightstand. Maintaining a gap of 2 to 3 inches is generally recommended. This spacing allows for easy access to items while preventing the nightstand from being too close to the bed.

The Width

When choosing the ideal width of a nightstand in relation to different bed sizes, proportions and balance are key. A good rule of thumb is for the nightstand to be about 1/3 to 2/3 the width of the bed. This ratio ensures the nightstand looks visually proportional and doesn’t feel overpowering or too small.

• Twin : 12–18 inches

• Full: 18–24 inches

• Queen: 20–30 inches

• King: 24–36 inches