Keep reading to discover 30 great ways to style anddecorate a sideboard.
Use your sideboard to store books, movies, photos or evenrecords.
The possibilities are nearly endless.
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This is especially helpful if your storage is a bit more cluttered than clean.
Add a Houseplant
The perfect pairing for the space next to your sideboard?
Lean Some Art
Struggling with what to put on top of your sideboard?
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Stack a Few Books
Booksare another great sideboard topper.
When selecting books, look for oversized coffee table books rather than magazines or smaller paperbacks.
These coffee table books will most likely be sturdier and have a more eye-catching exterior compared to other choices.
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The light oak sideboard in a room full of oak and birch above fromCathie Hong Interiorsis a great example.
Pick one with cabinets or drawers to hide cords and cables away.
Install Paneling
One of the best backdrops to a sideboard isbeadboard or paneling.
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It adds a subtle touch of character that makes your sideboard look instantly classier.
Pick a sideboard that’s at least six inches shorter than the paneling for the best look.
Switch It Out Seasonally
To dress up your sideboard all year round, rotate your decor seasonally.
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To make this decor work, pick art in complementary colors and patterns.
Place one against a wall and center your seating around it to try out the look for yourself.
Store Your Dishes
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Looking for a better place to store all your holiday dishes?
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Light a Candle
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Candlesare another winning sideboard topper.
Leave Space
In narrow rooms, be sure to pick a sideboard that’s not too wide.
This will ensure that there’s plenty of space to walk between seating and the sideboard.
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Make Some Drinks
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An extra-tall sideboard can also double as abar cabinet.
This will keep its silhouette minimal and understated, and is perfect for small spaces.
Get Built-ins
For a sideboard look that’s extra luxurious, consider adding a built-in one.
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This works really well if you want your sideboard to double as a mini bar or drinks area.
Fill Awkward Space
Do you have an awkward wall space next to an off-center fireplace or window?
These multipurpose furnishings provide a way to fill the space and some storage too.
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Some pieces have cabinets or pull-down compartments, making them a great spot to store extra shoes or linens.
Add Lighting
Don’t forget to add some lighting to your sideboard.
This can be in the form of overhead spotlights or a table lamp.
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Either way, the extra ambience secondary lighting adds will be a welcome addition.
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