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How to make a mirror cube bedside table

By Bunnings magazine May/June 2026

A bedroom with a mirror cube on a brown rug next to a bedside table with a lamp and vase, and a bed with brown and blue blankets. A tall, beaded floor mirror and a large green plant are also visible.

Overview

Mirrors are a popular decorating hack to create the illusion of more space and boost light, especially handy in small or dark rooms. Think beyond wall-hung mirrors to reflective surfaces on furniture to add glamour to interior spaces. This project shows you how to build a budget-friendly plywood box and clad it with easy-stick acrylic mirrors. Lightweight and shatter proof, you can use it as a cube bedside table or side table in the living room.

Steps

1Cut the wood

On 12mm plywood, measure and mark a 300mm-square top, two 300mm x 288mm side panels and two 288mm x 276mm end panels. Clamp and cut using a circular saw with a guide. Sand the cut edges; wipe away dust.

2Build the cube

Butt the end panels against the side panels, edges flush. Use a 2.5mm bit to predrill holes 6mm in from side corners; apply adhesive and secure with screws. Centre the top; predrill at each corner, apply adhesive and secure. Wipe off excess adhesive with a damp cloth.

Hands holding a piece of wood and a drill creating a hole in the corner.

3Add the mirrors

Working on a clean surface, remove backing paper from a mirrored square and centre on the top of the box, edges flush, then press into place. Repeat to cover the four sides, leaving the protective film on the mirrors.

Hands applying acrylic mirrors to the side of a wooden box.

4Finish your cube bedside table with silicone

Cut the tip of the silicone nozzle as small as possible with a utility knife and use a caulking gun to apply it into the gaps along the joints; remove excess with a silicone scraper. Pull off the protective film and leave the silicone to dry.

A hand peels a blue protective film from a mirrored surface, a caulking gun is visible in the background.

5Keep in mind...

  • When using power tools, always protect ears and eyes with ear muffs and safety glasses (gloves and mask are also recommended), follow the manufacturer’s instructions and work in a well-ventilated area.

6Want more cost-effective furniture builds?

Check out this step-by-step guide to a modern timber bedhead.

 

Photo credit: Alex Reinders, Skye Kennedy.

• Timbers vary by state and territory; contact your local store for further information.

 

Health & Safety

Asbestos, lead-based paints and copper chromium arsenic (CCA) treated timber are health hazards you need to look out for when renovating older homes. These substances can easily be disturbed when renovating and exposure to them can cause a range of life-threatening diseases and conditions including cancer. For information on the dangers of asbestos, lead-based paint and CCA treated timber and tips for dealing with these materials contact your local council's Environmental Health Officer or visit our Health & Safety page.

When following our advice in our D.I.Y. videos, make sure you use all equipment, including PPE, safely by following the manufacturer’s instructions. Check that the equipment is suitable for the task and that PPE fits properly. If you are unsure, hire an expert to do the job or talk to a Bunnings Team Member.