Raven Glass Doors Wooden Sideboard

When you need a dining room sideboard that can handle serious storage while showing off your best dishes and glassware, most options force you to choose between function and display. The Raven Glass Doors Wooden Sideboard is a 70-inch Farmhouse sideboard built for dining rooms with tables that seat 8-10 people, available at LOOMLAN with free shipping to the continental US. Handcrafted from solid mango timber in India by local artisans, this piece brings together the warmth of natural wood with the practical elegance of four glass doors that let you curate what's visible while keeping everyday items tucked away. The 16-inch depth makes it ideal for dining room placement without overwhelming the space, while the 44-inch height provides ample surface area for serving pieces, table lamps, or seasonal displays.

Full Specifications

What Is a Sideboard?

A sideboard is a dining room storage piece typically measuring 30-36 inches high and designed to hold dinnerware, linens, and serving pieces within easy reach of the dining table. Also known as a buffet or credenza, sideboards originated as serving stations in formal dining rooms but have evolved into versatile storage solutions for any room. Unlike a console table, which is primarily decorative, a sideboard prioritizes enclosed storage with doors, drawers, or both. Modern sideboards work best for households that entertain regularly or need dedicated space for dining accessories, barware, and table linens.

What You Get With the Raven Glass Doors Wooden Sideboard

1. Arrives Fully Assembled -- No tools or setup required, though you'll need help moving this substantial piece into position. The solid mango construction makes this a heavy, stable piece that won't wobble or shift once placed.
2. Four Glass Panel Doors -- Each door features wood-framed window pane glass that lets you display your best pieces while keeping dust out. The glass panels create visual depth and allow you to style the interior shelving as part of your room's decor.
3. Solid Mango Timber Construction -- Built from new mango wood rather than reclaimed pieces, ensuring consistent quality and coloring. Mango is a sustainable hardwood choice that's naturally resistant to moisture and develops a rich patina over time.
4. Adjustable Interior Shelving -- Each glass door section opens to reveal adjustable shelves that accommodate everything from dinner plates to wine bottles. The flexibility lets you customize storage for your specific needs and collection sizes.
5. Multi-Step Natural Finish -- The finish enhances the mango wood's natural grain patterns while protecting against everyday wear. Some distressing and natural variations are intentional design elements that add character.
6. Bun Feet Foundation -- Traditional turned bun feet elevate the piece approximately 4 inches off the floor, creating visual lightness and making floor cleaning easier underneath.
7. Two-Tone Natural Styling -- The combination of natural wood tones creates depth without requiring paint or heavy staining, letting the mango timber's inherent beauty show through.
8. Handcrafted Quality -- Made in India by adult craftsmen and women using traditional woodworking techniques, ensuring each piece has subtle variations that machine manufacturing can't replicate.

What Size Sideboard Do I Need for My Dining Room?

Your sideboard should be no more than 2/3 the length of your dining table. For a 72-inch table, that means a sideboard up to 48 inches wide. The Raven sideboard at 70 inches works perfectly with dining tables of 96-108 inches, which typically seat 10-12 people comfortably. This makes it ideal for families who host large gatherings or have formal dining rooms with substantial tables.

Standard sideboard height runs 30-36 inches, and the Raven's 44-inch height puts it on the taller end, creating more visual presence and interior storage space. The 16-inch depth is perfect for dining room placement -- deep enough for dinner plates and serving bowls but not so deep that it intrudes into walking space around the table. For smaller dining rooms, this piece might overwhelm the space, but it excels in grand dining rooms, great rooms with dining areas, or as a statement piece in large entryways.

How to Style the Raven Sideboard in Your Dining Room

Position the Raven sideboard along your dining room's longest wall, ideally centered behind or to the side of your dining table with at least 36 inches of clearance for chair pull-out. The 44-inch height makes it perfect for displaying table lamps in the 26-30 inch range -- the combined height creates ideal ambient lighting for dining without overwhelming the space.

Inside the glass-front compartments, arrange dishes, glassware, and serving pieces by height and frequency of use. Keep everyday items in the center sections for easy access, and use the outer compartments for seasonal or decorative pieces. The glass doors let you create vignettes with colorful pottery, crystal, or themed collections while keeping everything dust-free.

On top, the 70-inch surface accommodates multiple styling zones: table lamps on the ends, a central grouping of decorative objects or plants, and space for serving pieces during meals. The natural wood finish pairs beautifully with cream or sage green dining room walls and complements both traditional and transitional decor styles. Consider pairing with a dining room rug of at least 8x10 feet to anchor the space.

Beyond the dining room, this piece works beautifully as an entryway console in large foyers, a bar cabinet in family rooms, or even as a media cabinet alternative in living rooms where you want furniture that doesn't look like typical entertainment storage.

Ideal for growing families furnishing a formal dining room who need storage that can keep up with holiday entertaining and everyday family meals. Interior designers specifying farmhouse or transitional pieces for residential projects will find the solid wood construction and handcrafted quality justify the investment over mass-produced alternatives. Well-suited for boutique hotels or bed & breakfasts seeking authentic farmhouse character -- the solid construction and timeless styling work perfectly in hospitality settings where durability matters as much as appearance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What dining table size does this sideboard work with?

The 70-inch width follows the 2/3 rule for dining tables of 96-108 inches, which typically seat 10-12 people. For smaller 6-8 person tables (72-84 inches), this sideboard might be too large and could overwhelm your dining room proportions.

Is this solid wood or veneer?

This is solid mango timber construction throughout, not veneer over MDF or particleboard. At this price point, you typically find engineered wood with veneer faces -- this piece uses genuine hardwood that will age beautifully and can be refinished if needed years down the line.

Does this arrive assembled or require assembly?

Arrives fully assembled -- no tools or setup required. However, given the solid wood construction, this is a heavy piece that will need two people to move and position safely.

Is there a trade or designer discount available?

Yes, LOOMLAN offers up to 40% off retail for trade professionals with no minimum order requirement. Approval typically takes 1-2 business days. Apply for trade pricing here.

What is LOOMLAN's return policy?

LOOMLAN offers returns on furniture within the specified return window. For complete details on return timeframes and procedures, visit the returns policy page.

Can this sideboard be used as a TV stand?

While the 70-inch width could accommodate TVs up to 75-80 inches, the 44-inch height puts the screen center quite high for comfortable viewing from most seating. Additionally, there's no built-in cable management, so you'd need to plan for cord organization.

How does this compare to similar pieces at CB2 or West Elm?

Most mass retailers offer engineered wood construction with veneer at this size, while this piece uses solid mango hardwood. West Elm's comparable pieces typically require assembly, whereas this arrives ready to place. Through LOOMLAN's trade program, qualified buyers get up to 40% off compared to CB2's 25% trade discount.