Quick answer
What are standard nightstand dimensions?
24 × 18 × 26 in (61 × 46 × 66 cm) — a standard nightstand is about 24 inches wide, 18 inches deep, and 26 inches tall. Bedside tables range from small 18 in models to wide 30 in ones; aim for a top within 2–3 in of your mattress height.
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Measurements
Dimensions.
- 24"
- Width
- 18"
- Depth
- 26"
- Height
Examples
Nightstand size examples.
Standard nightstand dimensions (width, depth, height)
A standard nightstand is about 24 inches wide, 18 inches deep, and 26 inches tall — roughly 61 cm wide, 46 cm deep, and 66 cm tall. Most bedside tables fall in a band of 18–30 in (46–76 cm) wide, 14–20 in (36–51 cm) deep, and 24–28 in (61–71 cm) tall, so a 24 x 18 x 26 in model sits right in the middle of the range.
Small vs. standard vs. large nightstand sizes
Small / compact: about 18 in wide x 14 in deep x 24 in tall (46 x 36 x 61 cm) — good for tight rooms and twin beds. Standard: 24 in wide x 18 in deep x 26 in tall (61 x 46 x 66 cm) — the most common size. Large: roughly 30 in wide x 20 in deep x 28–30 in tall (76 x 51 x 71–76 cm) — pairs well with king beds and taller mattresses.
What height should a nightstand be?
Aim for a nightstand whose top sits within about 2–3 inches of the top of your mattress so the surface is easy to reach from bed. Most beds put the mattress top around 24–25 inches off the floor, which is why standard nightstands cluster at 24–28 in (61–71 cm) tall. Pair a tall platform or pillow-top bed with a taller stand, and leave about 3–6 inches of gap between the nightstand and the bed frame.
Doorway fit
Will a Nightstand fit through a doorway?
Will fit through with proper technique. Smallest dimension: 18". Standard interior door: 32". Standard exterior door: 36".
Fits with room to spare
Fits with room to spare
Fits with room to spare
Moving tips
- Lead with the front edge when moving through doorways
- Can be tilted up to 15° for additional clearance
- Can be rotated during movement to find the best angle
Measure smart
What to measure.
Four numbers decide nearly every fit check. Get these right and the rest follows.
- 01Width, depth, and height of the item at its widest points, including feet, arms, handles, and headboards.
- 02The clear opening of the space, not the frame. A 36-inch door gives roughly 32 inches once the door and stops are accounted for.
- 03The item's smallest dimension. It decides whether tilting or turning it on its side gets it through.
- 04Diagonal clearance at turns, landings, and corners, where the real bottleneck usually is.
Don't make these
Common mistakes.
Most “it didn't fit” stories trace back to one of these oversights.
- ⚠Measuring the door frame instead of the clear opening, then losing two inches you assumed you had.
- ⚠Forgetting that feet, arms, and handles add to the nominal size printed on the box.
- ⚠Treating a soft mattress and a rigid frame the same. One compresses, the other does not.
- ⚠Planning the doorway but ignoring the turn at the top of the stairs.
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Frequently asked
Questions we keep getting.
What are standard nightstand dimensions?
A standard nightstand is about 24 inches wide, 18 inches deep, and 26 inches tall (61 x 46 x 66 cm). Bedside tables commonly range from 18–30 in (46–76 cm) wide, 14–20 in (36–51 cm) deep, and 24–28 in (61–71 cm) tall.
01What is the standard nightstand height?
Standard nightstand height is 24–28 inches (61–71 cm), with 26 in (66 cm) being the most common. The goal is to keep the surface within 2–3 inches of your mattress top — most mattress tops sit 24–25 inches off the floor.
02How wide should a nightstand be?
Match the width to your bed: 18–24 in (46–61 cm) for a twin or full, 21–26 in (53–66 cm) for a queen, and 26 in (66 cm) or wider for a king so the stand stays visually balanced beside the larger bed.
03What are the exact dimensions of a Nightstand?
A standard Nightstand measures 24 inches wide, 18 inches deep, and 26 inches tall. The smallest dimension is 18 inches, which is the critical measurement for doorway passage.
04Will a Nightstand fit through a standard 32-inch doorway?
Yes, a Nightstand can fit through a standard 32-inch doorway. The smallest dimension (18") is smaller than the doorway width.
05How should I move a Nightstand through doorways?
Move the Nightstand by leading with the front edge. Tilting up to 15° can help with tight spaces.
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