Two-Tier Metal Side Table 40cm

A side table with a second shelf earns its floor space twice over. The top takes a lamp and a glass; the lower tier takes the books, the remote and everything else that otherwise ends up on the floor. At 40cm across and 55cm tall this one sits at the right height beside most sofas and beds, which is roughly level with the arm or the mattress. The gap between the tiers is deep enough for a stack of paperbacks rather than just a magazine laid flat.

The frame is metal throughout, so it is light enough to lift with one hand and move when you are hoovering, but not so light that it tips when you lean on it. Four finishes are offered: white with gold for a softer room, plain black and dark grey for something more graphic, and white with black for a sharper two-tone look.

Round tables have one practical advantage in a small room: no corners to catch a shin or a passing bag. It works as a bedside table where a chest of drawers would not fit, as a lamp table at the end of a sofa, or as a plant stand. It is described as suitable for sheltered outdoor use; bring it in over winter to protect the finish.

• Diameter 40cm; height 55cm; two tiers
• Powder-coated metal frame and shelves
• Finishes: white with gold, dark grey, black, or white with black
• Lightweight and portable; no tools stated as required
• Suitable for sheltered outdoor use; bring indoors over winter
• Maximum load is not stated by the maker; use for lamps, books and drinks rather than heavy items
• Wipe with a damp cloth and dry; avoid abrasive cleaners on the powder coat