Emory Gray Washed Wood Sideboard

Geometric patterns in furniture often feel forced or purely decorative, but occasionally you find a piece where the pattern actually enhances the wood's natural character instead of competing with it. The Furniture Classics Emory Wooden Gray Washed Sideboard is a 78.75-inch rustic modern sideboard built for larger dining rooms that need substantial storage without sacrificing visual texture, available at LOOMLAN with free shipping to the continental US. This reclaimed elm piece features handcrafted bowtie joinery accents and a textured geometric front that highlights the wood's weathered gray finish. At nearly 80 inches wide, it's sized for dining tables that seat 8-10 people comfortably. The four tapered legs and horizontal proportions keep it from overwhelming a room despite its generous scale, while the soft gray wash finish works with both contemporary and traditional decor schemes.

What Is a Sideboard?

A sideboard is a low storage cabinet designed primarily for dining rooms, featuring doors, drawers, or both for storing dishes, linens, and serving pieces. Unlike a console table, a sideboard offers enclosed storage rather than open shelves, making it ideal for hiding clutter while providing a surface for serving or display. Also known as a buffet cabinet or credenza, sideboards typically measure 30-36 inches in height and 60-84 inches in width. Best for dining rooms that need both concealed storage and a serving surface for entertaining, while also working as accent storage in living rooms, entryways, or bedrooms.

Key Features of the Furniture Classics Emory Sideboard

1. Reclaimed Elm Construction -- This isn't new wood stained to look old; it's genuinely reclaimed elm with decades of natural weathering. The wood shows authentic grain patterns, knots, and subtle imperfections that give each piece unique character. Reclaimed wood is also more stable than new lumber since it's already gone through its natural expansion and contraction cycles.
2. Handcrafted Bowtie Joinery -- The visible bowtie accents aren't just decorative; they're functional joinery elements that strengthen the wood joints. This traditional woodworking technique shows the craftsman's skill and adds visual interest while actually improving the piece's structural integrity. Each bowtie is hand-fitted to the specific wood grain.
3. Textured Geometric Pattern -- The front face features a raised geometric pattern that creates depth and shadow play throughout the day as light changes. This texture also helps camouflage fingerprints and minor scuffs better than a smooth finish, making it more practical for high-use areas like dining rooms.
4. Arrives Fully Assembled -- No tools or setup required. Ready to place and use immediately. At 117 pounds, you'll want two people for placement, but there's no assembly frustration or worry about structural integrity from amateur construction.
5. Four-Door Storage System -- Two sets of hinged double doors provide access to the full interior width, making it easy to store large platters, serving bowls, or linens. The doors open wide for full access unlike sliding doors that only reveal half the interior at once.
6. Tapered Leg Design -- The four tapered legs lift the cabinet off the floor, creating visual lightness despite the piece's substantial size. This leg style also makes cleaning underneath easier and helps the sideboard feel less massive in your space.
7. Soft Gray Wash Finish -- The gentle gray tone isn't paint but a wash that lets the wood grain show through. This finish technique preserves the natural texture while providing color consistency across the entire piece, and it's more durable than painted finishes that can chip or scratch.
8. Professional-Grade Proportions -- At 78.75 inches wide, 35.5 inches high, and 17.75 inches deep, these dimensions hit the sweet spot for large dining rooms. The height works perfectly for buffet serving, and the depth provides substantial storage without protruding too far into the room.

Right-Sizing Your Extra-Wide Sideboard

The rule for sideboards is they should be no more than 2/3 the length of your dining table. At 78.75 inches wide, the Emory works perfectly with dining tables 10-12 feet long -- that's tables that seat 8-10 people comfortably. For a 120-inch (10-foot) table, this 79-inch sideboard hits the ideal proportion. Standard sideboard height is 30-36 inches, and at 35.5 inches, this piece provides comfortable serving height for most adults. The 17.75-inch depth (45 cm) gives you substantial storage without extending too far into the room -- most dining rooms need at least 36 inches of clearance behind chairs, so this depth works in rooms that are 12+ feet deep.

In metric measurements, you're looking at 200cm wide, 90cm high, and 45cm deep. This footprint requires a wall that's at least 220cm wide for proper visual balance, with furniture placement recommendations of 45-60cm clearance on either side for optimal traffic flow.

Styling the Emory in Your Dining Space

Position this sideboard along your dining room's longest wall, typically opposite the main entry door so it serves as a focal point when guests enter. The gray wash finish pairs beautifully with warm wood dining tables -- cherry, walnut, or natural oak create nice contrast while maintaining a cohesive natural palette. On top, you can comfortably fit a large table lamp at one end (28-32 inch height works best), a decorative tray or bowl in the center, and a small plant or candle grouping at the other end without overcrowding the 79-inch surface.

Inside, use the four-door storage for dishes, serving pieces, linens, or even board games and entertaining supplies. The full-width opening makes it easy to store large platters or holiday serving pieces. Consider a rug that extends at least 8-10 inches beyond the sideboard on both sides -- for this 79-inch piece, that means a minimum 8x10 foot rug in most dining rooms.

This sideboard also works beautifully as living room storage, especially in open floor plans where it can define the dining area boundary. In a large entryway, it provides substantial storage for seasonal items, extra linens, or even office supplies in homes where the entry does double duty.

Ideal for established homeowners furnishing a 2,500+ square foot home who need dining room storage that can handle serious entertaining and looks intentionally rustic rather than distressed. Interior designers working on farmhouse modern or transitional dining rooms will appreciate the authentic reclaimed wood construction and LOOMLAN's 40% trade discount with no minimum order. Well-suited for boutique hotels and vacation rental properties seeking furniture that looks genuinely weathered but ships fully assembled and handles commercial use patterns.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this work in a room with 9-foot ceilings?

Absolutely. At 35.5 inches high, this sideboard leaves over 5 feet of visual space above it with 9-foot ceilings, which is ideal proportion. You can hang artwork, mirrors, or floating shelves above without the space feeling cramped.

How does this compare to similar pieces from West Elm or CB2?

At this price point, you get authentic reclaimed elm and handcrafted joinery typically found in pieces costing significantly more. West Elm and CB2 sideboards in this size range typically use engineered wood or thin veneer over particleboard, while this features solid reclaimed elm throughout. The difference shows in weight (117 lbs vs 60-80 lbs for engineered pieces) and long-term durability.

Does this arrive fully assembled?

Yes -- no tools or setup required. It ships fully assembled and ready to place. You'll want two people for positioning due to the 117-pound weight, but there's no assembly time or complexity.

Can I get trade pricing on this?

Yes, LOOMLAN's trade program offers up to 40% off retail pricing with no minimum order requirement. Approval takes 1-2 business days, and trade pricing displays automatically after login. Apply here -- it's free for interior designers, architects, home stagers, and other trade professionals.

What's your return policy if this doesn't work in my space?

LOOMLAN offers returns within the standard return window. Given the size and weight, return shipping can be expensive, so we recommend using our Visual Search tool to see similar pieces in room settings before ordering. Full return details at loomlan.com/pages/returns.

Can this be used as a TV stand?

While it's designed as a sideboard, the dimensions could work for very large TVs (85+ inches), but consider that the 35.5-inch height might be too high for comfortable TV viewing from standard seating. Most TVs work best with the screen center at 42-48 inches from the floor, making this better suited for its intended dining storage use.

Is this suitable for commercial use in restaurants or hotels?

The solid reclaimed elm construction and full assembly make it more durable than residential flat-pack furniture, but for high-traffic commercial use, we recommend contacting trade@loomlan.com to discuss specific durability requirements and volume pricing for multiple pieces.

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