Mappa Three Doors Wood Sideboard

When you're shopping for a sideboard that can hold everything from holiday serving pieces to everyday dinnerware without looking cluttered or cheap, you quickly realize most options fall into two camps: flimsy particleboard boxes or solid wood pieces that cost more than your dining table. The LH Imports Mappa Three Doors Wood Sideboard is a 65-inch Contemporary sideboard built for dining rooms that need serious storage capacity with eye-catching natural wood character, available at LOOMLAN with free shipping to the continental US. This piece showcases genuine mappa burl veneer -- the swirled, almost marble-like wood grain pattern that comes from the root burls of mappa trees -- combined with oak veneer construction that delivers the look of solid exotic wood at a fraction of the cost. At 65 inches wide, it's sized to complement dining tables that seat 6-8 people comfortably, while the three-door design provides organized storage for everything from your good china to table linens.

Full Specifications

SKU	MAPP003B (Light Burl), MAPP003B-DBR (Dark Burl)
Brand/Manufacturer	LH Imports
Overall Dimensions	65" W x 17" D x 34" H (165 x 43 x 86 cm)
Weight	Contact for shipping weight specifications
Primary Material	Mappa Burl Veneer
Secondary Material	Oak Veneer, MDF Substrate
Wood Species/Finish	Mappa Burl with Oak Accent - Light Burl or Dark Burl finish
Door Type	Hinged
Number of Doors	3
Interior Compartments	Left/Right: 20.75" x 14.75" x 10.75", Center: 20.75" x 14.75" x 12"
Leg Material/Style	Wood - Tapered
Distance Between Legs	48" (long side)
Assembly Required	No - Ships fully assembled
Country of Origin	Contact manufacturer for origin details
Style Classification	Contemporary
Commercial Grade	Inquire - Contact trade@loomlan.com

What Is a Sideboard?

A sideboard is a low, horizontal storage cabinet designed specifically for dining room use, typically featuring doors, drawers, or both for storing dishes, serving pieces, and linens. Unlike a console table, a sideboard offers enclosed storage to keep items dust-free and organized, while providing a flat surface for serving food or displaying decor. Also known as a buffet cabinet or credenza (though credenzas are traditionally office pieces), a sideboard is best for dining rooms that need both storage and a serving station during meals. The standard height of 30-36 inches makes it perfect for accessing stored items while providing an ideal surface height for food service.

What You Get With the LH Imports Mappa Three Doors Wood Sideboard

1. Arrives Fully Assembled -- No tools, hardware sorting, or multi-hour assembly sessions required. This sideboard ships completely built and ready to place against your dining room wall immediately upon delivery.
2. Genuine Mappa Burl Veneer Construction -- Real mappa burl veneer over MDF substrate delivers the stunning swirled grain patterns and rich character of exotic wood without the cost of solid burl construction. The natural variations mean each piece has unique grain patterns that can't be replicated.
3. Three Equal Storage Compartments -- Each of the three hinged doors opens to reveal interior storage measuring approximately 20.75 x 14.75 inches, with the left and right compartments offering 10.75 inches of height and the center compartment providing 12 inches of vertical space for taller items.
4. Dining Room Scale at 65 Inches Wide -- Perfectly proportioned for dining tables in the 72-96 inch range, this sideboard follows the interior design rule that your sideboard should be roughly 2/3 the length of your dining table for balanced visual weight.
5. Tapered Leg Design -- Four angled legs elevate the case off the floor, creating visual lightness while providing 48 inches of clearance between the legs on the long side -- ideal for tucking dining chairs underneath when not in use.
6. Two Interior Shelf Heights -- The varying compartment heights accommodate both shorter items like flatware organizers (10.75-inch spaces) and taller pieces like vases or serving bowls (12-inch center space) without wasted vertical space.
7. Oak Veneer Accent Details -- While the door faces showcase the dramatic mappa burl pattern, oak veneer on the frame and interior provides durability and a complementary wood tone that grounds the more exotic burl figure.
8. 17-Inch Depth for Room Clearance -- The shallow profile ensures you maintain proper dining room traffic flow, leaving adequate space between the sideboard and your dining table for comfortable chair movement during meals.

What Size Sideboard Do I Need for My Dining Room?

The rule for sideboard sizing is straightforward: your sideboard should be no more than 2/3 the length of your dining table. For a 72-inch table, choose a sideboard up to 48 inches wide; for a 96-inch table, you can go up to 64 inches. This 65-inch Mappa sideboard works perfectly with dining tables in the 84-108 inch range -- tables that comfortably seat 8-10 people. Standard sideboard height runs 30-36 inches, and this piece at 34 inches provides ideal serving height while keeping sight lines open across your dining room. The 17-inch depth (43 cm) is optimal for dining rooms -- deep enough for storing large serving platters and dinnerware sets, but shallow enough to maintain at least 36 inches of clearance between the sideboard back and your dining table for comfortable chair movement. In centimeters, this sideboard measures 165 x 43 x 86 cm, making it suitable for dining rooms with at least 240 cm of wall length to maintain visual balance.

How to Style the Mappa Three Doors Wood Sideboard in Your Dining Room

Position this sideboard along your longest dining room wall, centered behind where you'd place a dining table for the most balanced room arrangement. The mappa burl pattern becomes a natural focal point, so keep styling simple on top -- a pair of matching table lamps at either end, a central grouping of 2-3 items like a wooden bowl filled with seasonal fruit, or a small collection of pottery in complementary earth tones. Inside the three compartments, dedicate the center section (with 12 inches of height) to items you access frequently like everyday dishes or serving pieces, while using the side compartments for seasonal items, extra linens, or your good china that only comes out for holidays. For rug pairing, choose a dining room rug at least 8 x 10 feet to anchor both your dining table and sideboard in the same design zone. This sideboard also functions beautifully as a bar cabinet in a living room or family room, with the compartments perfect for storing glassware, cocktail accessories, and bottles. Consider pairing with dining chairs in rich walnut or oak finishes to echo the wood tones, and add table lamps with warm brass or bronze bases to complement the burl's natural richness. This sideboard is ideal for established homeowners furnishing a formal or semi-formal dining room who need substantial storage for entertaining pieces without the cost of solid exotic wood furniture. Interior designers specifying organic modern or contemporary dining rooms will appreciate the genuine burl veneer construction and LOOMLAN's up to 40% trade discount with no minimum order requirement. The piece is well-suited for boutique hotels and vacation rental dining areas seeking furniture that arrives fully assembled and provides the upscale appearance of custom millwork at a more accessible price point.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the actual storage capacity of this 65-inch sideboard?

Each of the three compartments measures approximately 20.75 x 14.75 inches -- large enough to store a full set of dinner plates, serving platters up to 20 inches, or multiple sets of glassware. The varying heights (10.75 inches in outer compartments, 12 inches in center) accommodate everything from flatware organizers to tall serving bowls.

Is this real wood or veneer, and how does it compare to solid wood pieces?

This sideboard features genuine mappa burl veneer over MDF substrate, which gives you the authentic look and grain patterns of exotic burl wood at a fraction of the cost. At this price point, you get the dramatic visual impact typically found in pieces costing significantly more, with the added benefit of arriving fully assembled rather than requiring hours of setup like many solid wood competitors.

Does this require assembly, and if so, how long does it take?

No assembly required -- this sideboard arrives fully built and ready to place. Unlike flat-pack furniture from mass retailers that can take 2-4 hours to assemble and often requires two people, you can have this piece positioned and styled in your dining room within minutes of delivery.

Can I get trade pricing on this sideboard for my design project?

Yes, interior designers, architects, and other trade professionals receive up to 40% off retail pricing with no minimum order requirement through LOOMLAN's trade program. Approval takes 1-2 business days, and trade pricing displays automatically after login with no coupon codes needed.

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

LOOMLAN offers a comprehensive return policy detailed at loomlan.com/pages/returns. Given the size and weight of this fully-assembled sideboard, we recommend using LOOMLAN's visual search tool or consulting with customer service before ordering to ensure proper fit.

Can this sideboard be used as a TV stand for large televisions?

While the 65-inch width could accommodate TVs up to about 60 inches, this sideboard is designed primarily for dining room storage rather than electronics. The enclosed compartments don't offer the ventilation or cable management features you'd want for AV components, and the 34-inch height may be too tall for comfortable TV viewing from most sofas.

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

Most sideboards in this price range from mass retailers use printed wood-grain patterns or basic wood veneers rather than genuine burl veneer. You're also getting fully assembled delivery rather than flat-pack assembly, plus access to LOOMLAN's trade program offering up to 40% off compared to West Elm's 15% trade discount with purchase minimums.