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Best end tables to spruce up your storage in modern and classic styles

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On the face of it, there doesn’t seem to be a whole lot of difference between a side table and end table.

Both are smaller, satellite tables that can be used in addition to or instead of a larger coffee table. As Shakespeare famously put it, “A rose by any other name would smell just as sweet”.

But there are subtle differences between the two. Where one might expect slightly more surface area from a side table, an end table instead offers up a little island of room with about enough space to keep a cup of tea, evening cocktail or some snacks. It’s why they’re best placed around or , though

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