If you are looking for a dressing table for your bedroom or dressing room then there are a number of things you should take into consideration when deciding which dressing table is right for you. Speaking generally you will have to choose from one of three different styles of dressing table; the Double Pedestal; Single Pedestal or the Console Table.
The Double Pedestal dressing table is probably the most imposing of the three styles. By definition a double pedestal comes with two columns of drawers or one set of drawers and cupboard, either side of the table itself. As you can imagine a dressing table like this will afford you a great deal of storage space, but you will more than likely have to pay a bit more for it. Additionally the double pedestal dressing table is going to take up more space in your bedroom so you need to make sure you can accommodate one.
An ideal compromise is the Single Pedestal Dressing Table. Similar to the double pedestal in many respects, the single pedestal, as the name suggests, will have only one column either on the right or the left hand side of the table. Again you should find that you will have plenty of storage space while the table itself can be significantly more compact than a double pedestal.
The third style is the Console Table; which is the cheap and cheerful option. A console table is more like a desk than a dressing table and will will find the drawers run along the base of the table top itself rather than in a column down the side.
Once you have decided on your style of dressing table the next big choice will likely be the materials used in the table’s construction. We would always recommend you choose a solid wood dressing table where possible; something in Pine or Brooklyn Oak will look far more impressive than a table made from plywood and chipboard.
Finally, depending upon whether you require a traditional or contemporary look you will need to choose the finish of dressing table. The a many stylish, modern painted dressing tables and you are sure to find one in a colour that matches the overall decor of your room. If you are after a traditional wood finish then you will be pleased to know that most retailers offer a variety of wax finishes to give your table just the warm tones you are looking for,
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