Use the installed mattress as a reference
Measure the mattress on the bed and discuss a top level that is convenient to reach. Allow for a lamp, drinking glass and charging, then test drawer travel against the bed and wardrobe. A floating unit needs wall fixings appropriate to the cabinet and its contents.
Compare the design options
Use these options to discuss the configuration that fits the room and its intended use. Review dimensions and details against the actual material and hardware selected in the drawing.
Made-to-measure bedside tables — decision worksheet
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| Option | When to consider it | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Drawer unit | Small items kept out of view. | Drawer depth, handle and opening room. |
| Open-shelf unit | Items needing immediate access. | Cleaning and retention of items near the back. |
| Wall-mounted unit | An open floor area below. | Fixing, socket position and top level. |
Details to send before quotation
Include clear site photos and any available drawings, then clarify the points below. This makes the quotation scope easier to review and helps identify changes before production approval.
- Provide mattress height and external bed dimensions.
- Measure available space on both sides of the bed.
- List lamp size and charging devices.
- Locate sockets and nearby wardrobe-door movement.
Installation and handover checks
Test access to the top and drawer from the bed. Inspect stability and handles, and check cables are not trapped between furniture or behind the unit.
| Item | What to clarify |
|---|---|
| Project file | Location, floor, site photos and dimensioned drawings with a revision date. |
| Quotation scope | Identify manufacture, delivery, lifting, installation and work requiring another contractor. |
| Approval | Agree the finish sample, production drawing and item schedule; record changes to price or timing. |
Common questions
Must a bedside table be exactly level with the mattress?
Review convenient use against the actual bed, lamp and user needs. Do not copy a height from an image without measuring the installed bed.
