The golden rule for bedside tables is comfort and accessibility. Aim for your...

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The golden rule for bedside tables is comfort and accessibility. Aim for your tabletop to sit between 5 and 10 centimetres below the top of your mattress. Most UK beds work best with tables in the 55 to 70 centimetre height range