I Thought My NYC Studio Was Too Small for a Bedside Table – Until I Found This Clever Wall-Mounted IKEA Solution
What looks like a custom design is actually a $30 IKEA find – perfect for small spaces, tight layouts, and floors that don't need any more furniture
Just last month, I moved into my new New York City apartment. It's a studio, which is perfect for just me, but it's definitely short on space. My queen-sized bed takes up half of the room, and though I'm in need of a nightstand, the thought of adding one to the mix feels more overwhelming than helpful. After searching far and wide for the right fit, I finally landed on this smart solution: IKEA's GRÅFJÄLLET Wall-Mounted Bedside Table.
Measuring just over 16" in width and cleverly designed to mount to the wall, this floating bedside table is a small bedroom idea that creates space instead of taking it away. For those, like me, who live in small spaces with limited square footage, it's a lifesaving bedside table idea – freeing up floor space by taking advantage of the walls. And for only $29.99, it's a steal.
This streamlined bedside table has all of the same qualities as a standard model, only it mounts to the wall to free up floor space. It's designed with a flip-down drawer, which opens to reveal an inner shelf, and it also features an additional shelf on the bottom. Though made from steel, its curved edges soften its look, creating a warm, industrial aesthetic in the bedroom.
Size: 11 3/8" D x 12 1/4" H x 16 1/2" W
It can be tricky to find the perfect bedside table – some are too wide or bulky, while others are simply not the right height for your bedside. Choosing the wrong model is a small bedroom layout mistake, but thankfully, this style from IKEA is just right. Because of its floating design, it can mount wherever you need it to, freeing up floor space and simultaneously providing storage for nighttime necessities. In a way, it's like a custom nightstand – built in to fit the needs of your space specifically.
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IKEA's GRÅFJÄLLET Wall-Mounted Bedside Table yields a chic, industrial style with its steel materiality and its jet black finish. That said, its curved frame adds a touch of softness to its design.
Since this bedside table doesn't sit on the floor, it's perfect for those with limited floor space in their bedrooms or those stricken with design constraints like baseboard heating. Plus, its wall-mounted design creates a seamless look that'll make your bedroom feel more open and less weighed down.
And while this model was designed for the bedroom, its use potential extends throughout the home. I'd consider it as an entryway table – the perfect place to drop your keys and wallet as you walk through the front door. Even in a small living room, this wall-mounted table could be beneficial – giving you space to rest TV remotes, books, or DVDs. Its only downside is that once it's mounted, you can't move it. However, if you're dead-set on its location, I'd choose this legless style time and time again over a normal, bulky, standing model.
As a component of IKEA's GRÅFJÄLLET series, this bedside table is sold with a range of other furniture that shares the same industrial chic style, like a dressing table, a clothing rack, and a room divider. If you're eager to create a uniform look in your home, consider getting everything from the entire collection. Each piece, including the wall-mounted bedside table, comes highly rated on IKEA's site, so you can trust that they're well worth your money.
Although it's hard to beat IKEA's GRÅFJÄLLET Wall-Mounted Bedside Table because of its stylish look, practical design, and dramatically low price, you might want to consider some other wall-mounted bedside table options, too. So below, find three more picks in varying aesthetics that are equally as purposeful for saving floor space and providing storage anywhere around your home.
I'm so drawn to the style of this floating nightstand – from its curved silhouette to its fluted texture. Not only can it bring stylistic appeal to your bedroom, but it's a practical storage idea, too. Plus, its hidden drawer is such a chic touch.
Size: 18" W x 9.8" D x 6.5" H
Though simple in style, this floating nightstand is such an effective bedroom accessory. Its sleek, modern look can elevate the style of your bedroom, and its spacious shelves will give you ample room to store nighttime necessities. Plus, this model is designed with a hidden cord management hole, which is extra helpful for creating a sleek, clutter-free look in your bedroom.
Size: 15.7" W x 9" H x 12.5" L
I just love the vintage-inspired look of this wall-mounted nightstand. With its accordion door, its design reminds me of antique secretary desks. It could be such a unique detail to add to your bedroom's design scheme – providing undeniable character, extra storage, and freeing up floor space at the same time.
Size: 11.9'' H x 15.9'' W x 10.4'' D
A floating nightstand like IKEA's GRÅFJÄLLET Wall-Mounted Bedside Table might just be the key to making a small bedroom seem bigger. And with the right styling, it'll look just as good, if not better, than a classic nightstand with legs.
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