Made-to-Measure Sideboard Buying Guide

What is a Reclaimed Wood Sideboard?

A reclaimed wood sideboard is made from wood that has been salvaged or removed from its original purpose, such as in a warehouse or an old building. In this case, the wood is repurposed and crafted into a sideboard, which is a long, low storage unit often featuring drawers and cabinets. Sideboards are most often placed in a living room, dining room or hallway both as a storage solution and as decoration.

Sideboards come in many forms, with some providing closed storage, perfect for unsightly cables or clutter, and others featuring a more open design where you can display books or baskets. The top of the sideboard is also perfect for holding a plant or placing candles, adding to the style of your room. 

Why Should You Buy A Made-To-Measure Reclaimed Wood Sideboard?

Why choose a sideboard?

Sideboards are the perfect solution to any storage problems you may be having, as well as a solution to a blank wall or corner. They are highly customisable, with the overall effect down to how you choose to dress it. You can adorn the wall behind with framed art, or buy colourful baskets to go on the shelves. Sideboards are often smaller than a large cupboard or bookcase, making them perfect for storing smaller items or things like crockery and glassware.

Why choose reclaimed wood?

Every piece of our furniture here at The Bespoke Carpentry Co. is carefully crafted using the highest class of UK-sourced reclaimed wood. Full of character and wonderfully diverse, no two pieces are ever the same and come in a huge variety of woods and finishes. The process of reclaiming timber keeps perfectly good wood out of landfill and reduces the demand for newly sourced timber, which in turn reduces the need for deforestation. Woods such as oak are extremely long-lasting, not only making reclaimed wood furniture a fantastic sustainable option for your solid wood sideboard, but a sensible investment as well.

Why choose a made-to-measure sideboard?

We’ve all felt the disappointment of finding the perfect piece of furniture, looking at the measurements, and realising it doesn’t quite fit your space. Whether you need a skinny sideboard which doesn’t stick out too far into a small room or one which fits flush in a tight space, the only way to guarantee you get exactly what you need is to opt for something made-to-measure. 

At The Bespoke Carpentry Co. all of our sideboards are made-to-measure, handmade to your exact specifications to ensure they fit perfectly into your space.

Handmade reclaimed wood sideboard

What Can Reclaimed Wood Sideboards Be Used For?

Made-to-measure sideboards have a huge range of uses - they act as a blank canvas for you to use in any way you want. You can use them for anything from a crockery storage cupboard to a mini bookcase or as a place to store board games. Here are 10 ways you can use sideboards in your home:

• Storage

Probably the most common use for a made-to-measure sideboard, these pieces of furniture are perfect for storage, often featuring drawers, cabinets, and shelves that provide ample space for items such as dining ware, table linens, serving dishes, and cutlery.

• Serving Space

In dining rooms, sideboards can serve as a surface for setting out food, drinks, or snacks during meals and gatherings, acting as a buffet or serving station. This can be particularly helpful if you have a small dining table.

• Display

The top surface of a sideboard can be used to display decorative items such as vases, candles, picture frames, and plants. A reclaimed wood sideboard is also inherently beautiful, with remnants of the wood’s previous life still visible in the furniture.

• Bar Area 

As well as for use in dining, a sideboard can be repurposed as a bar, with space to store bottles, glasses, and bar accessories, and a top surface for mixing and serving drinks.

• Entryway Organisation

Placed in an entryway, porch, or hall, a reclaimed wood sideboard can offer storage for keys, mail, and other everyday essentials while providing a surface for decorative items or a statement piece like a mirror or artwork.

• Media Console

In living rooms, sideboards can be used as media consoles, providing a place to hold your TV as well as any gaming consoles and the wires that come with them. Baskets or drawers can be perfect for storage of any smaller parts, keeping the place nice and clutter-free.

• Home Office

A sideboard can be a practical addition to a home office, offering storage for office supplies, documents, and equipment. A clean desk can make you more productive, and having space to file away anything important can help keep you more organised.

• Bedroom Storage

In bedrooms, sideboards can be used as extra storage for off-season clothes, bedding, or shoes, doubling as a decorative piece of furniture to keep your bedside tables clear.

• Kitchen Storage

Sideboards can also be used in the kitchen to store extra cookware or small appliances, providing additional counter space for food preparation. This is especially useful if you have limited counter or cupboard space in a smaller kitchen.

• Bathroom Storage

In a large bathroom, a reclaimed wood sideboard can be used to store towels, toiletries, and other bathroom essentials. This is perfect for rented properties where you can’t install a fitted cupboard. You can also place a mirror on top of the sideboard to make it functional too.

How To Choose The Perfect Made-To-Measure Sideboard

• Measure carefully

It would be a shame to go through the process of buying a made-to-measure sideboard just to receive it and realise it doesn’t fit. As useful as the measuring app on your phone is to estimate the dimensions of a space, it’s far from accurate, so it’s time to get out a trusty tape measure to get the exact measurements you need. If you’re looking for a sideboard to be flush with walls on either side, don’t forget to take into account the skirting boards which will change your measurements by a couple of centimetres. You’ll need measurements for the height, width, and depth of the sideboard.

• Decide on use

Your sideboard can be designed to fit your intended use, so it’s important to decide what exactly you’ll be using for. Will you require drawers or cupboards? Will you prefer the sideboard to have a more open design? Do you want there to be enough room on a shelf to stand up books? If you already have items you know you’ll be storing in or on your sideboard, you should measure these too to ensure there will be enough room for them.

• Pick a style

Reclaimed wood sideboards can come in a range of styles which are achieved through things like live edges, coloured finishes, and adornments like handles or legs. Cool-toned finishes can transform the wood with a modern, sleek, sophisticated look. Darker stains, like walnut and dark oak, pair well with light, bright soft furnishings which add a layer of depth and contrast to your room. An industrial style can be achieved by pairing the wood of the sideboard with metal accessories or feet. The most important thing is that the style of the sideboard fits the decor in the rest of your room.

Reclaimed wood record player sideboard

The Bespoke Carpentry Co. Made-To-Measure Sideboards

Our experienced carpenters take our hand-selected pieces of genuine reclaimed wood and rework it into stunning pieces of furniture, perfect for any home. Each piece is made to order, providing you with a piece which fits right into your space.

To get started, browse our range of pre-designed wooden sideboards online, give us a call on 01305 849386 or fill out our online contact form.