Finding a sideboard buffet that works across multiple rooms -- dining room, living room, entryway -- requires careful attention to proportions and finish. The Furniture Classics Glacier Two Doors Wood Sideboard is a 78-inch contemporary elm wood credenza built for homes that need substantial storage with cross-room versatility, available at LOOMLAN with free shipping to the continental US. This piece pairs a charcoal elm body with white-washed drawer and door fronts, creating modern contrast that works whether you're storing dinnerware or media components.
Full Specifications
| Brand | Furniture Classics |
|---|---|
| Overall Dimensions | 78" W x 17" D x 32" H |
| Primary Material | Elm Wood |
| Base Material | Iron Sled Base |
| Finish | Charcoal and White-Washed Contrast |
| Number of Doors | 2 hinged doors |
| Number of Drawers | 3 drawers |
| Assembly Required | No -- ships fully assembled |
What Is a Sideboard?
A sideboard is a low, wide storage cabinet originally designed for dining rooms to hold dishes, linens, and serving pieces. Unlike a console table, a sideboard features both drawers and enclosed cabinet space behind doors, providing concealed storage rather than just display surface. Also known as a credenza or buffet cabinet, sideboards typically stand 30-36 inches tall and range from 48-84 inches wide.
What You Get With the Furniture Classics Glacier Sideboard
- Arrives Fully Assembled -- No tools or setup required; this 78-inch piece ships ready to place and use immediately.
- Dual-Tone Elm Construction -- The charcoal-finished elm body contrasts with white-washed drawer and door fronts, creating visual interest without busy patterns.
- Iron Sled Base Design -- The sturdy iron base runs the full width of the piece, providing exceptional stability while keeping visual weight light.
- Three-Drawer Organization -- Full-extension drawers provide easy access to contents even when fully loaded.
- Two Hinged Cabinet Doors -- Enclosed storage behind the white-washed doors keeps items concealed while maintaining the clean contemporary aesthetic.
Where Does This Sideboard Work Best?
The 78-inch width and 17-inch depth make this piece ideal for dining rooms where you need serving and storage capacity, while the contemporary dual-tone finish transitions equally well into living rooms for media storage. The iron sled base and charcoal-white contrast suit modern interiors that mix industrial and organic elements, and the full assembly means you can place it in entryways or bedrooms without worrying about assembly space.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How tall should a sideboard be?
- Standard sideboards measure 30-36 inches tall, and this Glacier sideboard at 32 inches falls in the ideal range for comfortable serving height and proportional room balance.
- What is the difference between a sideboard and a credenza?
- The terms are largely interchangeable today, though credenza originally referred to office storage while sideboard meant dining room storage; both describe low, wide cabinets with doors and drawers.
- What do you put in a dining room sideboard?
- Typical contents include dinnerware, serving platters, table linens, flatware, glassware, and less-used kitchen items that need accessible storage near the dining area.
- How deep is a standard sideboard?
- Most sideboards measure 16-20 inches deep, and this piece at 17 inches provides sufficient storage depth without protruding too far into the room.
- Does this sideboard require assembly?
- No, the Furniture Classics Glacier sideboard ships fully assembled and ready to use immediately upon delivery.
- Is free shipping available?
- Yes, LOOMLAN provides free shipping to the continental US with no minimum order required.
Trade & Commercial Specifications
Interior designers and trade professionals receive net trade pricing at login through the LOOMLAN Trade Program, with no minimum order requirement. This elm and iron sideboard suits residential projects, hospitality lobbies, and commercial dining spaces requiring durable storage.
| Trade Pricing | Apply for trade account |
|---|---|
| Commercial Use | Contact trade@loomlan.com for project details |
| Volume Orders | Project Concierge available for orders over $5,000 |
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