Bedside Pedestal South Africa: Styles & Sizes Guide
Search for a bedside pedestal in South Africa and you'll land on pages that call the same piece a night stand, a bedside table or a drawer unit. The names blur, so this guide sorts out what each term means, which pedestals come in two tones, and how to check that one fits your bedroom before you order.
Everything below comes from the Nu Dekor range Homestylez lists. Prices are approximate and can change, so each product page has the final word.
Bedside Pedestal Vs Bedside Table: What Actually Separates Them
Here is a working definition, not an industry standard. A bedside pedestal is storage-first: it has one or more drawers, and sometimes an open shelf. A bedside table is surface-first: it gives you somewhere to put a lamp and a glass, and storage is a bonus if it exists at all.
Where the Two Terms Overlap in South African Stores
Local shops file pedestals, night stands and bedside tables under the same bedside headings, so shoppers type either word and get overlapping results. A unit called a "table" may have two drawers, and a "pedestal" may be little more than a box on legs.
So ignore the label. Look at what the unit stores and how it is built: how many drawers, whether there is an open shelf, what the top is made of, and whether it stands on legs or sits flat.
The Nu Dekor - 2 Tone Anchor Bedside Pedestal is a good example of the overlap. It pairs a spacious drawer with an open plan shelf, so it behaves like a pedestal below and like a table on top.
Bedside Drawer Unit or Open Table: How to Choose
Start with what currently lives on your bedside. If it's a charger, tissues, medication, a book and a pair of reading glasses, you want a bedside drawer unit that hides most of it. If it's a lamp and a glass of water, an open table does the job.
A drawer pedestal is not for everyone. If you only need a spot for a phone and a glass, you'll pay more for drawers you never open, and you'll lose floor space to them.
A hybrid sits in the middle. The drawer takes the clutter you'd rather not see, and the open shelf keeps the bedtime book within reach.
Two-Tone Bedside Pedestals for Small South African Bedrooms
Two finishes on one piece can make a small bedroom feel less boxy, because the top and the body read as separate blocks. Two Nu Dekor pedestals take this approach, and they suit different rooms.
Nu Dekor - 2 Tone Anchor Bedside Pedestal
If you searched for a two tone bedside table in South Africa, the 2 tone anchor bedside pedestal is the closest match. The top comes in Walnut or White, and the body carries the second tone.
It is locally manufactured from melamine wood products and measures approx. 55 × 45 × 50 cm. A spacious drawer sits beside an open plan shelf, and the hidden handle keeps the front clean and minimalist. It is listed at around R1,100 to R1,499, depending on the option.
Nu Dekor - Denver Bedside Pedestal: Two-Colour Pairings
The Denver pedestal in two-colour pairings comes in Cream/Gold, White/Gold, Grey/Black and Cream/Black. It has a high gloss finish, an arch design and steel legs under an MDF body.
At approx. 55 × 55 × 60 cm and around R1,999 to R2,499, it is the larger of the two. Assembly is required before use.
Both two-tone options have a bigger footprint than the Nu Dekor - Madeline Bedside Pedestal, which is 45 × 45 cm. If your room is tight, measure the gap beside your bed before you fall for a colour pairing.
Finish Options: Melamine, High Gloss, PU Leather and Steel
Each finish wears differently, so it's worth matching it to how you live. A bedside gets handled daily: glasses go down, phones get dragged across the top, and hands touch the front every night.
Melamine, High Gloss and PU Leather: What Each Finish Means at Home
Melamine is a laminated surface over a wood board. You'll find it on the Nu Dekor - 2 Tone Anchor Bedside Pedestal and the Nu Dekor - Madeline Bedside Pedestal, which also stands on steel pin legs. It is a matte, practical finish that suits a room where things get put down without much thought.
High gloss MDF with steel legs is what the Nu Dekor - Denver Bedside Pedestal uses. Gloss looks sharp, but it shows dust and fingerprints more readily than a matte surface. The Denver's listing says to dust with a clean, soft, dry, lint-free cloth, so a quick wipe is part of owning one.
Shutterply and PU leather appear on the Nu Dekor - Nexus Intelligent Bedside Pedestal, which also has steel legs and a tempered glass countertop. The Nu Dekor - Maldives LED Glow Bedside Pedestal uses a thick wood board with a PU leather finish and rounded arc edges and corners, which are easier on shins in a dark room.
Care differs by material, and the product page for each piece carries its own instructions. Follow those rather than a generic rule, because a method that suits melamine may not suit gloss or PU leather.
Sizing a Small Bedside Pedestal: Footprint and Height
A small bedside pedestal in South Africa's typical bedroom has to share space with a bed, a door swing and often a wardrobe. The listed sizes below are approximate, so treat them as the starting point for your own measuring.
| Pedestal | Approx. size (cm) |
|---|---|
| Nu Dekor - Madeline Bedside Pedestal | 45 × 45 × 60 |
| Nu Dekor - Nexus Intelligent Bedside Pedestal | 50 × 40 × 45 |
| Nu Dekor - Maldives LED Glow Bedside Pedestal | 50 × 40 × 40 |
| Nu Dekor - 2 Tone Anchor Bedside Pedestal | 55 × 45 × 50 |
| Nu Dekor - Denver Bedside Pedestal | 55 × 55 × 60 |
Footprint: Measuring Against Your Layout
The compact Madeline pedestal has the smallest square footprint in the range at 45 × 45 cm, which is why it works as an example for a tight corner. It is not a promise about every room, because your wall, bed frame and door decide what fits.
Cut a piece of cardboard or lay masking tape on the floor in the exact footprint of the unit you like. Put it where the pedestal would go and walk around it.
Then test the drawer. A drawer needs room in front to slide fully out, so leave that gap clear as well, and check that you can still stand beside the bed with the drawer open.
Height: Matching the Top to Your Mattress
Stand beside the bed and see whether the top of the pedestal sits near the height of the mattress. That keeps a glass or a phone easy to reach without stretching up or down. Take this as a starting point rather than a rule, since mattresses vary.
The Madeline and Denver are the tallest at 60 cm, while the Maldives is the lowest at 40 cm. If you sleep on a low bed, a lower unit usually sits better beside it.
Bedroom Pedestal Storage: Drawers, Shelves and Built-In Tech
Bedroom pedestal storage works best when you match it to what actually sits on the bedside. Count your daily items first, then choose between drawers, a shelf, or both.
Storage Plus Built-In Charging and Light
The Nu Dekor - 2 Tone Anchor Bedside Pedestal has one drawer and one open plan shelf. Put books or a lamp on the shelf and keep everything else in the drawer.
If you'd rather leave the cables and the extra lamp out of the picture, two models build them in. The Nexus pedestal with wireless charging combines the following with 2 drawer storage:
- wireless charging
- a Bluetooth speaker
- 2 x USB charging ports
- a three-colour touch sensor night light
The Maldives pairs two spacious drawers with an LED smart touch night light, and a hidden handle design keeps the front plain. It comes with a Black, Cream or Beige top.
Built-in tech adds cost. The Nexus is listed at around R2,299 and the Maldives at around R2,699, against around R1,100 to R1,499 for the Anchor, so decide whether you will use the extras every night. Check the product pages for what each model needs to run.
For more help beyond the bedside, there are storage ideas for small apartments that cover the rest of the room.
When a Side Table Makes More Sense Than a Pedestal
If your spot needs a surface more than drawers, a side table is simpler and much cheaper. The Nu Dekor - Owen Side Table costs around R299. It is made of MDF, listed as easy to clean, and described as fitting small places, with the option to slide under a couch or bed.
The Nu Dekor - Cedric Side Table is around R269. Dimensions and colour choices for both sit on each product page.
Neither has drawers, so anything you want out of sight needs a home elsewhere. If you're also furnishing a lounge, these nesting and side table picks show how side tables work beyond the bedroom.
Before You Order: Fit, Assembly and Care
A short check now saves a return trip later. Measure the footprint and height against your bed and mattress, using the tape test above.
Next, look at assembly. The Denver is listed as assembly required, and the Madeline needs its legs fitted, so plan a little time and a screwdriver for those. Read the care notes on the product page too, since they differ between melamine, gloss and PU leather.
Prices here are approximate and can change, so confirm the current figure on the page before you order.
The Anchor is a good place to start if you want a two-tone finish in a modest footprint. Open its product page from the two-tone section above to check the Walnut or White top and the current price.
Not sure it fits? Contact the team through the contact line on the Homestylez site and send your room measurements before you order.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a bedside pedestal and a bedside table?
A pedestal is storage-first, built around one or more drawers and sometimes an open shelf. A table is surface-first and may have little or no storage. South African shops often use both words for overlapping products, so judge a unit by its drawers, shelf and build rather than its name.
Which bedside pedestals come in two tones?
The Nu Dekor - 2 Tone Anchor Bedside Pedestal has a two-tone finish with a Walnut or White top. The Nu Dekor - Denver Bedside Pedestal comes in four two-colour pairings: Cream/Gold, White/Gold, Grey/Black and Cream/Black.
Which pedestal has the smallest footprint?
The Nu Dekor - Madeline Bedside Pedestal, at approx. 45 × 45 cm, has the smallest square footprint of the pedestals listed. It stands 60 cm high, so check that against your mattress. Both two-tone options are larger, so measure first if your room is tight.
Do any of the pedestals have built-in charging?
Yes. The Nu Dekor - Nexus Intelligent Bedside Pedestal has wireless charging, 2 x USB charging ports, a Bluetooth speaker and a three-colour touch sensor night light. The Nu Dekor - Maldives LED Glow Bedside Pedestal has an LED smart touch night light but no listed charging.
Are the listed prices final?
No. Prices in this guide are approximate and can change. The product page shows the current figure, so check it before you order.