Most sideboards stick to boring rectangular boxes that look like oversized filing cabinets, offering storage without personality. The Mercana West Angular Sideboard is an 82-inch solid mango wood buffet cabinet with four geometric V-cut angled doors, available at LOOMLAN with free shipping to the continental US. This contemporary credenza transforms dining room storage into an architectural statement piece with its precision-angled door pattern and medium brown rough-sawn finish.
Full Specifications
| Brand | Mercana |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 82.0" W x 18.0" D x 34.0" H |
| Material | Solid Mango Wood |
| Finish | Medium Brown Rough-Sawn |
| Storage | 4 hinged doors, enclosed with removable shelves |
| Assembly | No -- arrives fully assembled |
| Country of Origin | India |
| Style | Contemporary Geometric |
What Is a Sideboard?
A sideboard is a long, low dining room storage cabinet designed to hold dishes, linens, and serving pieces while providing a surface for displaying decor or serving food during meals. Unlike a console table, a sideboard includes enclosed storage behind doors or drawers rather than just open shelving. Also known as a buffet cabinet or credenza, sideboards are best for dining rooms that need both storage and serving surface without the wall space of a traditional china hutch.
What You Get With the Mercana West Angular Sideboard
- Arrives Fully Assembled -- No tools or setup required; this 82-inch solid wood piece ships ready to place and use immediately, saving hours of assembly time.
- Four V-Cut Angled Doors -- Each door features precise geometric cuts that create a continuous "V" pattern across the front, adding visual movement that prevents this large piece from looking blocky.
- Solid Mango Wood Construction -- Built from sustainably harvested mango wood throughout, not veneer over particleboard, delivering real wood grain character that develops beauty over decades.
- Rough-Sawn Finish Texture -- The surface retains visible saw marks and natural wood texture rather than being sanded smooth, creating subtle shadows and depth while hiding minor scratches from daily use.
- Removable Interior Shelves -- Customize storage height for tall serving platters, stacked dinner plates, or folded table linens to match your dining room needs.
Where Does an 82-Inch Sideboard Work Best?
This nearly 7-foot-wide buffet anchors open-concept dining room furniture layouts where you need substantial storage without visual bulk -- the angled door design actually makes this large piece feel lighter than standard rectangular credenzas. At 34 inches high, it works equally well as a serving station for holiday meals or media console in living room furniture arrangements. Pair it with other solid wood hand-carved sideboards for a cohesive look, or browse the full sideboards and credenzas collection for complementary storage pieces.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How tall should a sideboard be?
- Standard dining room sideboards measure 32-36 inches tall to align with dining table height; this Mercana piece at 34 inches hits the ideal serving surface height.
- What is the difference between a sideboard and a credenza?
- The terms are often used interchangeably -- both describe low storage cabinets, though credenza traditionally refers to office furniture while sideboard specifies dining room use.
- What do you put in a dining room sideboard?
- Store dishes, serving platters, table linens, flatware, glassware, and seasonal decor behind the doors while using the top surface for lamps, artwork, or buffet-style serving during meals.
- How deep is a standard sideboard?
- Most sideboards measure 16-20 inches deep to accommodate standard dinner plates; this West model at 18 inches provides ample storage without jutting too far into your dining space.
- Does this sideboard ship fully assembled?
- Yes, the Mercana West arrives fully assembled with no tools or setup required -- simply unpack and place it in your dining room.
- What is LOOMLAN's free shipping policy?
- LOOMLAN offers free shipping to the continental US with no minimum order for all furniture including this sideboard.
Trade & Commercial Specifications
Interior designers, hospitality buyers, and commercial specifiers can access trade pricing retail through LOOMLAN's professional program. This solid wood sideboard suits restaurant dining areas, hotel lobby storage, and corporate break room installations with its durable construction and unique architectural presence.
| Trade Pricing | Net trade pricing -- apply free |
|---|---|
| Commercial Use | Suitable for hospitality and corporate installations |
| Volume Orders | Project Concierge available for orders over $5,000 |
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