According to our recent consumer research, it takes on average 55 hours to choose the perfect chest of drawers. We want to give you back the gift of time and make the process of choosing your perfect chest of drawers simple! In this blog, we take you through our top tips for choosing your chest of drawers.
1. What size should my chest of drawers be?
2. How many drawers should my chest of drawers have?
3. What types of drawers are there?
4. What style should my chest of drawers be?
5. What material should my chest of drawers be?
1. What size should my chest of drawers be?
One of the very first considerations when choosing your chest of drawers is size. The size you choose will largely depend on how big the room is and what you need the chest of drawers for. If your room is on the smaller side then choose a tall, slim chest of drawers that makes use of space vertically and doesn’t stick out too far from the wall. Do bear in mind that slim chests can be narrow so be sure to check the width so you’re drawers are suitable for what you intend to store in them. If you’re choosing drawers for a child’s bedroom or playroom then the height will be a key consideration. A low chest of drawers will be easier to reach allowing independence. Be sure to secure the drawers to the wall to prevent any accidents.
Finally, before purchasing your chest of drawers be sure to measure the floor space available to you and ensure there is enough room to walk past them without bumping into corners.
2. How many drawers should my chest of drawers have?
The decision on how many drawers to have within the chest of drawers you choose comes down to how much storage space you need. A common feature of many chests of drawers is to have drawers of varying sizes within the one unit. This is a convenient feature that allows you to store many different items such as jumpers and socks within the same unit. Typically, the larger the number of drawers within the unit the taller the unit will be particularly if all the drawers are of equal width. Bear this in mind when deciding on size vs storage space.
3. What types of drawers are there?
There are many varieties of drawers but the most common include media chests, combi chests, bachelor’s chest and gentleman’s chest.
Media Chests
Media chests are similar to the typical dresser-style chest of drawers but with an open-top shelf for a television. This type of chest works well in both bedrooms and living rooms offering storage space and a designated place for your television.
Combi Chests
A combi chest of drawers refers to a standard chest of drawers but with one or two cabinets attached. A combi chest is a great option if you want to store more than just clothes in your chest of drawers.
Bachelor's Chest
A Bachelor’s Chest is a narrow chest of drawers with three to four drawers. It takes its name from the fact that it is traditionally meant for use by one person with smaller clothing storage needs. These types of chest can also be small enough to serve as a bedside table.
4. What style should my chest of drawers be?
When choosing the aesthetic style of your chest of drawers be sure to draw inspiration from the colours and furniture items already in your room. Perhaps you’re looking to achieve a Scandi look in your bedroom, if so opt for light woods and handle-free compact-looking drawers. If mid-century is more your thing then look for darker woods, gold detailing and parquet patterns.
5. What material should my chest of drawers be?
The final consideration when choosing your chest of drawers is what material they are made from. The material you choose can have a huge impact on the aesthetic of your overall space. Wood is the most common material used to make chests of drawers and tends to be the most popular due to its versatility across a wide range of interiors and its long-lasting nature. Dark toned woods can add some drama to your space while lighter hues work well in classical interiors. However, your options are not just limited to wood. Mirrored chests of drawers are becoming increasingly popular and work great in grey themed, luxe style bedrooms with matching bedside tables and dressing tables. Faux leather is another option for your chest of drawers and can be a great addition to add an industrial, grunge feel to your space. Your choice of material is certainly not limited to wood and we recommend thinking outside of the box to add an interesting element to your space.
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