25 Whimsy Half Tables For Small Spaces

whimsy half tables for small spaces

Lack of space is a very common problem in modern homes, and designers present more and more ideas and solutions for the problem. Today we are featuring one more idea for small homes or just tiny nooks that need some decor: a half table.

You may go for half tables, half consoles, half nightstands, vanities and desks depending on your needs. Such pieces can be easily made of usual old tables you have at hand: just cut your item in halves and sand and paint it as you like. You may also repurpose other furniture items likes dressers and shelves but cutting ready tables is easier. If you have enough space, you may go for a half round table, it will look catchier. Now let’s take a look at some ideas to inspire you!

Consoles

The most popular idea of a cut table is a console, whether you place it in a living room, entryway or any other space. You may also put your half console in some awkward corner in any room or in a stairwell landing, it won’t take much space and will provide some storage space. Choose a table in the style that fits your space and we strongly recommend to make a statement with color: paint your half console in a super bright color and it will be awesome.

A half cut table painted bold is the best idea for a small entryway where you need a console.

A half cut table painted bold is the best idea for a small entryway where you need a console.

A chic vintage-inspired makeup nook done with a half table and several mirrors.

A chic vintage-inspired makeup nook done with a half table and several mirrors.

A comfy TV console of a half cut table painted bold yellow will provide some storage without taking much space.

A comfy TV console of a half cut table painted bold yellow will provide some storage without taking much space.

A duo of entryway consoles made of a vintage table cut in halves and painted blue.

A duo of entryway consoles made of a vintage table cut in halves and painted blue.

A grey vintage console of a table cut in halves is a great fit for this vintage space.

A grey vintage console of a table cut in halves is a great fit for this vintage space.

A simple wooden half table as an entryway console will hold everything you need.

A simple wooden half table as an entryway console will hold everything you need.

A small black console table can be placed even in a very small walkway like this one.

A small black console table can be placed even in a very small walkway like this one.

A stairwell landing is an awkward nook, it's decorated with a half table in blue and some hanging shelves.

A stairwell landing is an awkward nook, it's decorated with a half table in blue and some hanging shelves.

A stylish console made of IKEA items and a stool plus a wood clad mirror over it.

A stylish console made of IKEA items and a stool plus a wood clad mirror over it.

A super elegant console table cut in halves with a black wooden tabletop for a living room.

A super elegant console table cut in halves with a black wooden tabletop for a living room.

A vintage grey console table with elegant legs will add a refined touch to your space.

A vintage grey console table with elegant legs will add a refined touch to your space.

A vintage rustic half console painted black to add a touch of elegance to the space.

A vintage rustic half console painted black to add a touch of elegance to the space.

A whimsy living room console with chic legs is a long narrow piece that provides enough storage.

A whimsy living room console with chic legs is a long narrow piece that provides enough storage.

Chop a table in half to make the ultimate space-saving entryway table and then paint it bold.

Chop a table in half to make the ultimate space-saving entryway table and then paint it bold.

Cut a vintage table in halves and spruce it up with bold stencils, decals or painting.

Cut a vintage table in halves and spruce it up with bold stencils, decals or painting.

If you have enough space but want to add something catchy to your entryway, a half round console is ideal.

If you have enough space but want to add something catchy to your entryway, a half round console is ideal.

If you need a small or narrow console in your foyer, think of cutting a table in halves and painting it.

If you need a small or narrow console in your foyer, think of cutting a table in halves and painting it.

Other Ideas

Other half tables may be dining ones – for a small eat-in kitchen or breakfast nook, kids’ and adults’ desks, vanities for makeup nooks, half nightstands, half bars and buffets, and half tables for small patios and balconies. They can be neutral or colorful, round or rectangular and you may give any look to your half table adding or removing detailing from the existing piece. Take a look at all the pics and get inspired to make your own half piece!

A colorful buffet made of a cut table painted bright yellow, with matchin ottomans.

A colorful buffet made of a cut table painted bright yellow, with matchin ottomans.

A nightstand made of a cut table and painted hot pink to make a perfect fit for the space.

A nightstand made of a cut table and painted hot pink to make a perfect fit for the space.

A small balcony can be furbished with a little bench and a half wooden table that matches.

A small balcony can be furbished with a little bench and a half wooden table that matches.

A small makeup nook done in vintage style, with a half cut table and a fabric covered chair.

A small makeup nook done in vintage style, with a half cut table and a fabric covered chair.

A wooden half table with casters is a great idea for small eat-in kitchen like this one.

A wooden half table with casters is a great idea for small eat-in kitchen like this one.

An old kitchen table turned into a double desk for a kids' room.

An old kitchen table turned into a double desk for a kids' room.

If there's no space for a large desk, go for a cut table painted some super bright shade for fun.

If there's no space for a large desk, go for a cut table painted some super bright shade for fun.

If you have a small kitchen, go for a half table for creating a comfy breakfast nook.

If you have a small kitchen, go for a half table for creating a comfy breakfast nook.