The sideboard can be located in the dining room.
Aparador is a term whose etymological origin is found in the late Latin apparātor , which can be translated as "preparator" . The concept can be used as an adjective or as a noun .
In the first case, sideboard refers to apara . The verb aparar , meanwhile, refers to sewing pieces of kid, cordovan or other material that form the structure of the footwear , and then attaching them to the sole and insole.
The dresser, in this framework, is the one in charge of dressing: joining the pieces or cuts of the footwear materials. The sewing work, in this way, is key when making footwear.
The sideboard as furniture
Beyond the meaning mentioned above, the most common use of a sideboard refers to a piece of furniture that allows the storage of crockery and cutlery or other objects used on a daily basis.
Generally the sideboard has doors , shelves and drawers . Its size can be varied and is linked to both the items that are stored in it and the location of the furniture.
Historical evolution
In ancient times, the sideboard was a large piece of furniture that was built with good quality wood . It used to stand out for its design and ornamentation, occupying an important place in the house.
Over the years, the sideboard was modernized although without losing its essence. Currently they are manufactured with different materials and in multiple sizes to adapt to modern homes that do not usually have a large surface area .
There are different types of sideboards.
Where is the sideboard located?
There is no specific room for the sideboard. The furniture can be installed anywhere in the home ; Of course, the location must be related to the size of the sideboard and its use.
When used to store cutlery, tablecloths, plates and other tableware items, the sideboard is usually located in the dining room or kitchen . If it is intended for the storage of towels and personal hygiene products, the sideboard can be placed in the bathroom .
A bedroom and even a hall are other sectors that may be suitable for having a sideboard. The important thing is that they do not hinder the passage.
Its presence in churches, shops and workshops
The notion of sideboard has other uses. The table that is located next to the altar and that allows you to support various objects used in the mass , for example, is called a sideboard.
In the commercial field, the sideboard is the shop window or window of a premises. This is the outdoor space that makes the display of merchandise possible. A sideboard, on the other hand, can be the workshop or workshop of a craftsman or artist.
Regional uses of the term sideboard
The Royal Spanish Academy ( RAE ) even recognizes some regional meanings of sideboard. In the Philippines , the term used to be used to name a wardrobe (the piece of furniture where clothing items are kept).
In Aragon ( Spain ), finally, the vasar is mentioned as a sideboard: the shelf used to store dishes in pantries and kitchens.