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Dining room and living room storage in solid acacia, coastal whitewash, oak and contemporary finishes. Ships from Sydney. 30-day returns.
What is a buffet or sideboard and how do you choose the right one?
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A buffet or sideboard is a low cabinet placed against a wall in a dining room, living room or entryway. It provides enclosed storage for tableware, linens and household items, with a flat top for display or serving. Finishes include solid timber, coastal whitewash, oak and black.
Match the finish to the dining table rather than the chairs. Most run 100–180 cm wide with a standard height of 80–90 cm. Leave 90 cm clearance in front for doors and drawers to open fully.
Size Guide
Match Buffet Width to Your Wall Before You Order
Measure the wall first. Leave 90 cm clearance in front for doors and drawers to open fully. Use this as a quick reference:
Compact Sideboard
100–130 cm wide → apartments and entryways
Standard Buffet
140–165 cm wide → family dining rooms
Large Buffet
165–180 cm wide → formal dining and large walls
If your wall falls between sizes, choose the smaller width and confirm 90 cm clearance in front.
Four Styles Available
Shop by Style: Timber, Coastal, Black and Modern Buffets
Family Dining Rooms and Daily Use
Solid acacia in natural and whitewash finishes. Dense hardwood handles daily use without warping. Suits coastal, Hamptons and contemporary dining rooms.
Contemporary and Open-Plan Rooms
Two-tone oak and black finishes. Pairs with dark kitchen cabinetry and metal leg dining tables. Suits minimalist and Scandi interiors.
Minimalist and Scandinavian Interiors
Clean lines in natural timber and two-tone finishes. Works in both dining rooms and living rooms where storage and a styled surface are needed.
Buying Guide
Buying Guide: Size, Finish, Placement and Storage
- Size: Measure the wall first. See the size table below for typical widths by type. Check exact dimensions on each product page.
- Finish: Timber suits warm, natural rooms. Whitewash suits Hamptons and coastal rooms. Black suits contemporary kitchens with dark hardware. Check product pages for exact finish names.
- Placement: Dining room for tableware and serving. Living room for media storage and display. Entryway for a slim profile piece that holds keys and mail.
- Storage: Drawers suit cutlery and smaller items. Cabinet doors conceal larger serving pieces. Check drawer count on each product page.
- Assembly: Most pieces require basic assembly. Tools and instructions included.
Quick Size Reference
| Type | Typical Width | Typical Height | Available Materials | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compact sideboard | 100–130 cm | 80–90 cm | Solid acacia, whitewash | Apartments, entryways, smaller dining rooms |
| Standard buffet | 140–165 cm | 80–90 cm | Acacia, oak, black, engineered | Family dining rooms, open-plan living |
| Large buffet | 165–180 cm | 80–95 cm | Acacia, oak, two-tone | Formal dining rooms, large living walls |
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Delivery to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Australia-Wide
Orders dispatched from our Sydney warehouse on business days with full tracking. Shipping costs calculated at checkout. Metro areas: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth, three to seven business days. Adelaide, Canberra, Hobart, Darwin and the Gold Coast take a little longer. Read our shipping policy and returns policy. Contact our team Monday to Friday.
Ships from Sydney daily
Tracked on every order
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Complete the Room
Shop Dining Tables, Chairs, Settings and Living Room Furniture
Pair with a dining table and dining chairs in the same finish. For a full matched set, browse the dining settings range. For the living room, add a lounge and coffee table to complete the setup.
WHY SHOPICA?
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Shopica is a Sydney-based, family-owned homeware, décor and furniture store founded by Eliane El Khoury. What started as a passion for beautiful, considered interiors has grown into a trusted destination for Australians who care about how their home looks and feels. We curate cushions, floor lamps, mirrors, bedside tables, dining tables, outdoor furniture and decorative pieces chosen specifically for Australian homes. Every piece is held to the same standard we would demand for our own. We do not stock products simply because they are popular. We stock them because they are well made, beautifully designed and worth every dollar.
Our Sydney-based team understands how Australian homes are lived in. The open plan living and dining spaces that define modern Australian architecture. The need for furniture that is beautiful on the weekend and durable through the week. The importance of getting the details right, from the cushion on the sofa to the lamp beside the bed. We source every product with all of this in mind.
With Australia-wide delivery dispatched daily from our Smithfield warehouse in Sydney and personal customer support from a team that genuinely cares about your home, Shopica is here to help you create a space that feels as good as it looks. One considered piece at a time.
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