Most designers will tell you that mixing styles is the way to go. Just because that coffee and matching end tables set is such a great deal doesn't mean that you can't still get a good deal buying each piece separately. Let's take a look at some side tables you can snatch up on the cheap without sacrificing style. All of these side tables are priced at under $100.
Wooden end tables can be modern, traditional or transitional.
From top left, clockwise: You can store just about anything from spare throws to puzzles and games in this Meza Storage Cube, $50 at Walmart; If you want an Asian flair, you can try this Winsome Chinois End Table, $99, Kmart; This Black Wooden Accent Table is just $67.50 at Bellacor and is great for small spaces. The Colormate Mission End Table is the perfect steal for Mission style lovers, $79.99, Sears; There is no shortage of storage on this Black End Table, on sale for $99 at JCPenney; The Winsome Wood End Table will satisfy even the most traditional decorators, $54, Amazon.
See the rest of the roundup after the jump.
For a more unique look, try a side table that is made from iron or something fun like mirrors!
From top left, clockwise: The KLINGSBO side table, $29.99, IKEA is just about the best deal you can get. Plus, it's a more traditional look -- something that you don't expect from IKEA; The Hourglass Side Table, $78 from Urban Outfitters, is a modern look, but since its black and sports a simple shape, you can use it in just about any type of room; This Mirrored Side Table, $99.99, Target will get your guests talking. But beware if you hate cleaning -- This one might not be a good idea. The Wall Street End Table, $99 at Home Decorators, is partially made of wood, but it's mostly metal and very modern and airy. It's great for smaller spaces that need lighter furniture; The Triton Slate Accent Table, $99.95, Pier1Imports is typical Pier1: iron mixed with natural slate for an ethnic, outdoorsy look; The Zest C Table, $99.95, cb2, is made from engineered wood and covered in bright green lacquer -- This one packs quite a punch!
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When is AOL going to stop the madness. Not one, including this one relates to the topic. A worthless topic at that.....
ReplyIt doesn't seem AOL should be blamed for the people who leave comments. Too bad they seem somewhat unable to read, and therefore unable to focus on the subject. The information re: IKEA I found to be helpful. I have never paid much attention to the furniture, but now, I may stop by a store and check it out. I always believed their prices to be very high. I may have been mistaken. I hope the pieces to be of good quality.
ReplyThis IS something of interest to me. The price may be the best if the quality is good, too. (The askng price for most side tables is such a scam!)
ReplyP.S. I agree that AOL can't be held responsible for the reading/writing/spelling challenged.
IKEA can be a great source for inexpensive furniture, but you have to know what to get, because not everything is of high quality. You can forget about most sofas; the sofa cushions don't hold up very well. Only the Klippan sofa -one of the cheapest they have- holds its shape well, maybe because of the innerspring seat. Dishes, silverware, bedding, art and frames, shelves and rugs are safe bets, as well as accessories for the home and seasonal items. If you have small children, buying inexpensive furniture from IKEA can be a lifesaver for your pocketbook, because replacing a $100 dresser full of scratches and crayon marks is better than replacing one for $500. This year IKEA will be a main source for Christmas gifts as they have a lot of wooden toys, and even a tea set made from stoneware instead of plastic.
ReplyAll this kind of article does is remind me of the awful throw-away society we've become. Just ask the landfill ppl.
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