Mid-century sideboards

Mid-century sideboards: teak sideboards and credenzas from the 1950s to the 1970s

The mid-century sideboard is the piece of furniture that inspires many people to discover their love of vintage: low, long, with slender legs, sliding doors or drop-down doors, and plenty of storage space. At Hauptstadt Möblerei, you'll find a changing selection of teak sideboards, Danish credenzas and German sideboards from the 1960s and 1970s, each piece an original, restored in our Berlin workshop.

How to recognize a good mid-century sideboard

• Wood: Teak and rosewood define the era, alongside walnut and oak. The grain is the furniture's face.
• Shape: a low body, often with rounded edges, on tapered legs or a recessed base.
• Details: recessed handles, sliding doors, drawers with dovetail joints, interior compartments for dishes and records.
• Origin: Denmark was the center of the style, but German manufacturers also made excellent sideboards in the 1960s. We state what can be verified for each piece.

Sideboard, lowboard, or highboard?

The sideboard is the all-rounder for the living and dining room. Lower and longer is the lowboard, ideal beneath the TV. Taller and narrower is the highboard. Find pieces from all eras under sideboards, and more furniture from the era under mid-century.

Restored in Berlin

We check doors, runners, and drawers, reglue joints, clean, and treat the surfaces. You get a finished piece of furniture, not a project.

See mid-century sideboards in Berlin

At the showroom in Berlin-Lichtenberg , you can see original sideboards from the 1950s to the 1970s across 4,000 m², Mon–Thu and Sat from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., no appointment needed. Photos from every angle, exact measurements, and an honest condition description are provided for each piece.

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Frequently asked questions about mid-century sideboards

How do I care for a teak sideboard?

Wipe it with a slightly damp cloth and occasionally re-treat it with teak oil. Avoid direct sunlight and dry air from heating, and the wood will stay vibrant.

Is a vintage sideboard sturdy enough for a TV?

Generally, yes. The cabinets from the 1960s are solidly built. The width and depth are listed for each piece so you can check whether your TV will fit.

How can I tell if a sideboard is an authentic mid-century piece?

Look at the construction, old hardware, manufacturer labels or stamps on the back panel, and the even patina. For each piece, we state what can be verified.

Do you also buy furniture?

Yes. We buy vintage and antique furniture in good condition. Send us photos and a short description through our furniture buyingpage, and we'll get back to you with an offer.