Completed in 2023, these custom bedside tables were handcrafted from full solid Messmate timber and designed as matching pieces with long-term strength, everyday function and natural timber character. Rather than using veneer or lightweight cabinet construction, the tables were built from solid timber throughout, giving each piece weight, durability and a genuine handcrafted feel.
The Messmate timber brings warmth, grain movement and individual character to the design, making the bedside tables feel simple but not plain. Clean proportions keep the pieces practical beside a bed, while the timber itself provides the visual interest through its colour, texture and natural variation.
The drawers were built with dovetail joinery and soft-close runners, giving the bedside tables both traditional strength and smooth modern function. These details matter because bedside tables are used every day — the drawers need to open cleanly, hold their shape and feel solid over time.
The workshop images show the hands-on process behind the finished pieces, from shaping and fitting through to final finishing. For clients looking for custom timber bedside tables, bedroom furniture or matching solid timber pieces, this project shows how Pride Furniture can create practical furniture with honest materials, proper joinery and a timeless finish.
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