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A side table next to a sofa should ideally sit at the same height as the sofa arm, typically between 55cm and 70cm. This means items on the surface are within easy reach from a seated position. If the table will hold a lamp, bear in mind the combined height of the table and lampshade when considering the overall proportions of the room.
The terms are used interchangeably in the UK. Both refer to a small table placed beside a sofa, chair or bed to provide a surface for a lamp, drink or personal items. End table is more commonly used in American English; side table is the standard term in UK furniture retail.
A lamp table is a specific type of side table designed primarily to hold a lamp, usually taller and narrower than a standard side table. A side table is a broader category that includes any small table used beside seating or a bed, regardless of whether it holds a lamp. In practice the terms often overlap.
Yes, provided the height suits your mattress level. A side table at 55cm to 65cm tall works well as a bedside table for most standard beds. Check the dimensions carefully - some side tables are narrower than a typical bedside cabinet and may not provide as much surface space or storage.
Most living rooms work well with one or two side tables, positioned beside the main seating. A common approach is one side table at each end of a sofa, or one beside the main armchair. If you need more surface space without adding multiple tables, a nest of tables is a practical alternative.