Hanging pendants over
the nightstands instead of using more conventional table lamps is a great way to keep surfaces clear.
Hanging bedside lights is a good way for small bedrooms, hanging lamps above
nightstands instead of table lamps make the bedroom feel bigger.
It was in pretty rough shape and the middle section was barely holding the thing together, so I decided to dismantle it and, with Ken's help, turn it into two
nightstands instead.
Not exact matches
If you'd rather have a changing table that you can use as a
nightstand or small dresser when your wee one is past diapers, try the IKEA Sundvik ($ 149)
instead.
For the
nightstands,
instead of sticking with dark wood to match the bed, we chose a complementary light wood.
I thought at first I was going to look for something «new» or a thrift store treasure
instead of using his own
nightstand, but then I was inspired by this picture.
Paw - rents can consider investing in litter box furniture, which can double up as a cabinet, coffee table, or
nightstand, allowing them to serve a secondary function
instead of simply being a place for your kitty to take a dump.
Instead of dog - eared books on nightstands or board games and toys scattered around the room, kids often turn to e-books, apps and digital games i
Instead of dog - eared books on
nightstands or board games and toys scattered around the room, kids often turn to e-books, apps and digital games
insteadinstead.
My Honor 8 regularly slid dangerously close to the edge of tables at dinner and I started charging it on the floor next to my bed
instead of on my
nightstand for fear that it'd fall and break.
Instead, charging simply «happens» when we set our phones or tablets on our desk or
nightstand.
For the
nightstands,
instead of sticking with dark wood to match the bed, we chose a complementary light wood.
I was actually out looking for
nightstands when I bought my settee
instead!
Nightstands can cost a pretty penny but
instead of buying one, you can use a chair and get a chic look.
Also the drawer runs are plastic (
instead of wood like the
nightstand) and have all broken off so I have to fix that first.
The main reason we decided to get sconces
instead of bedside lamps is that we wanted to free up some space on our
nightstands.
Instead of decorating your
nightstand with a lone tissue box, fill it with a few photos that inspire fond memories.
The shelving unit on the left of the bed was placed as an extra place to store books and toys
instead of another
nightstand.
I'd love to hear your thoughts on why this works and how to err on the side of it looking like a conscious decision
instead of looking like the homeowner just haven't had the means or time to buy a typical size
nightstand.
Now you got me thinking about putting my little desk in my bedroom
instead of the
nightstand I currently have.
Also, I have 2 small, softly lit lamps that I like to use
instead of the big lamps on
nightstands (unless I am reading.)