170cm wide sideboard

Most “modern” stuff is glorified cardboard. This 170cm wide sideboard isn’t. It’s heavy. It’s a bit of a pain to move. You’ll definitely need two people and probably a strong cup of tea once it’s in place. But once it’s there? It’s not moving. It’ll swallow all your bits and bobs, from the “good” plates you only use at Christmas to the mountain of paperwork you’re currently ignoring on the kitchen table.

I see folks worrying about what’s “on trend” all the time. Total waste of energy. A Solid Oak piece doesn’t care about what some magazine says this month. It cares about being an Oak Sideboard that survives three house moves and twenty years of family life. If you’re still on the fence about what to look for, have a read of my Buying an Oak Sideboard: Shopping Guide. It’s honest advice, no fluff.

Don’t expect it to stay pristine forever, either. It’s wood. It’s a natural thing. It’ll react to the heat in your room and it might get a ding if the kids go mental with their toys. That’s called character. If you’re really precious about it, check out Oak Sideboard Care: Protecting Your Investment. Otherwise, just live with it. It’s built for it.

I’ve built Sideboards that are still standing in houses I visited ten years ago. This 170cm wide sideboard is the same breed. It’s about function. It’s about having enough room to actually hide your mess. If you need tips on how to actually fit everything inside without it becoming a junk drawer, see Organizing Your Oak Sideboard: Storage Solutions.

Look, if you want something that looks “perfect” and sterile, buy plastic. If you want something that feels like home, get proper wood. Simple as that.

“Proper bit of furniture. It took two of us to move it into the dining room, but it’s not going anywhere. Finally, somewhere to put the slow cooker and the good linen without the doors sagging.”

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 170cm sideboard too big for a hallway? Usually, yes. Unless you’ve got a hallway like a castle, it’ll probably get in the way. Measure twice, buy once. It’s better suited for a dining room or a long living room wall.

Does it come in one piece? Most of our oak range comes fully built. None of that spending your Sunday afternoon swearing at an Allen key. Just make sure it fits through your front door first.

Will the wood change colour? Oak mellows over time. If you stick it in direct sunlight, it’ll change faster. It’s a natural product, not a piece of painted metal.

How do I get rid of a scratch? If it’s a surface scratch, a bit of wax or oil usually hides it. If your kid has used a screwdriver on it, you might need a bit of sandpaper and some patience.

Is it actually solid wood? Yes. I wouldn’t sell it if it wasn’t. We don’t do that flimsy stuff that wobbles when you put a lamp on it.

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