How to choose the right chest of drawers for your bedroom

A chest of drawers is a small closet with drawers for storing linen. Once upon a time it was one of the most common pieces of furniture, but then it was undeservedly forgotten. These days he is again at the peak of popularity.

The ancestor of the modern chest of drawers is the chest, which used to be in every family. Over time, it was supplemented with convenient “filling” and gradually acquired the appearance we are familiar with. Ideally suited for neatly folding bed linen and underwear, the cabinet allows you to keep things in order and also gives the room a unique coziness. Chests of drawers are especially relevant for the bedroom.

Where to put?

When choosing a chest of drawers for linen in the bedroom, it is very important to immediately determine the exact place where it will stand. Drawers require space when used, so you need to calculate in advance how much area can be allocated for the cabinet.

Placement depends on the selected model. There are a number of modifications suitable for the bedroom:

• classic cabinet with drawers;
• a cabinet with a mirror that can serve as a dressing table;
• a chest of drawers containing, along with drawers, closed sections with shelves;
• a bureau with a large set of small drawers, convenient for storing jewelry, photographs, and important papers;

• a chest of drawers equipped with a protruding tabletop, which is convenient to use as an additional workplace;
• a cabinet with an extension suitable for installing a TV;
• a nightstand with a large free compartment designed for folding bedding for the day.

Important! Each type of chest of drawers dictates its own installation requirements. Only the correct calculation will save space and create a cozy bedroom.

A cabinet with drawers that acts as a dressing table or desk should be positioned so that it is well lit. For a cabinet that functions as a TV stand, it is advisable to choose a different location that prevents light from the window from entering the TV screen. Lack of space or complex layout dictate the need to choose a narrow chest of drawers for the bedroom. The possibility of conveniently arranging furniture depends on the dimensions of the selected model.

Dimensions of a chest of drawers in the bedroom

When developing a furniture arrangement plan, the main thing to consider is its dimensions. So, for comfortable use when opened, the distance between the handles of the chest of drawers and the opposite wall or other furniture should be at least 70 centimeters.

As for chests of drawers, their size depends not only on the amount of free space, but also on the functions that it will have to perform.

A narrow chest of drawers (up to 40 centimeters) is suitable not only for storing things, but also for dividing a room into a relaxation area and a work area. Narrow furniture is also the only right solution for oblong-shaped rooms, especially since the horizontal surface can be used for photo frames, toys, small baskets with small items, and cosmetics.

This chest of drawers cannot accommodate bed linen or towels, but you can effectively use it to store the most intimate items - linen, medicines, cosmetics, documents and correspondence.

A chest of drawers of medium depth (from 40 to 58 centimeters) is the most common choice of apartment owners. It is roomy enough to store underwear, hosiery and children's clothing, and at the same time compact to be placed in a small room. This chest of drawers looks impressive both as a continuation of a cabinet or shelving unit and as an independent element of the interior.

Wide chests of drawers (more than 60 centimeters) are quite rare. As a rule, they are placed in bedrooms of private houses or special dressing rooms for storing towels, tablecloths and bed linen. You need to understand that a large, beautiful factory-made chest of drawers for linen is difficult to find - in most cases you will need to make a reservation.

The insufficient capacity of a chest of drawers today is often compensated by another dimension - height. The standard height varies from 85 to 110 centimeters; if the number is higher, the chest of drawers goes into the high category. Such furniture is an excellent solution for families with small children, because the open top panel will be out of reach for curious people exploring the world.

To ensure safety, fastening devices should not be neglected, especially if we are talking about a large chest of drawers in the bedroom: its fall will injure not only the child, but also the adult. As a rule, fastenings are sold as a set.

On the topic of safety and proper installation of chests of drawers, it is also worth mentioning special stoppers installed in the mechanism responsible for extending the drawer: they do not allow the latter to “fly out” if the pull is too strong or during transportation. It is worth checking about the presence of stoppers if the chest of drawers is custom-made or made by hand.

To save space, many people prefer corner chests of drawers, on the horizontal surface of which a vase of flowers or a table lamp is placed. A corner chest of drawers can serve as a bedside table: in this case, manufacturers offer partially closed furniture: small open shelves on the sides, and standard drawers in the center.

Choosing the optimal size

When determining the dimensions of the purchased item, you need to pay attention to the following:

• the space in front of the front of the cabinet with drawers should allow the drawer to be reached completely, while it should not rest against the furniture or wall standing opposite it;
• the dimensions of the product must correspond to the available free space, not interfere with the passage, the most common dimensions are: height - 130 cm, width - 100 cm, depth - 40 or 60 cm;
• low models with a height of up to 100 cm can have a greater length, sometimes reaching 2 meters; low chests of drawers for the bedroom can contain 3-4 rows of drawers;
• low long chests of drawers for the bedroom emphasize the horizontal row of furnishings, giving the room elegance and chic;
• tall models emphasize the volume of the room, harmonize well with high ceilings, as well as massive furniture;
• corner designs allow the use of low-functional space at the junction of walls, well suited for small rooms or rooms of awkward shape;
• The height of the legs should make it possible to move the cabinet to the wall without removing the baseboard.

The peculiarity of the chest of drawers is that it cannot be used for hanging clothes on hangers, so it is advisable to install another wardrobe in the bedroom that would match the design of the chosen cabinet.

By purchasing both items at the same time, you can easily choose models to suit your taste, also corresponding to your financial capabilities. In addition to the standard rectangular and corner models, you can purchase a designer-shaped product that is suitable only for a given room.

It will cost more, but it will help make the most of the available space, as well as take into account all the features of the room. For example, a cabinet can occupy a niche or stand in an empty space under a window without blocking it.

Options for chests of drawers for the bedroom

Furniture manufacturers present consumers with a wide range of products. Everyone is able to find something to their taste and suitable for the overall interior of the room. Products may vary in height, width, color, design and material.

1. Large chests of drawers for the bedroom, not equipped with a mirror.
   This is the most popular option; many people buy this one. It is a classic-shaped product with large drawers, in which there is room for both sheets and socks.
2. Chest of drawers with mirror for the bedroom.
   Not every home has enough space to place a dressing table in the bedroom in addition to other furniture. Its role will be perfectly fulfilled by a chest of drawers, the design of which includes a mirror. In modern models it can be a lid that opens like a casket.
3. Dresser table for the bedroom (compartment chest of drawers).
   It can store not only bedding and clothes, but also all kinds of writing instruments, cosmetics, books, children's games and more. On sale you will also find a chest of drawers with a large number of small compartments. They are convenient for storing letters, important papers, jewelry and other valuables.
4. Chests of drawers for the bedroom with legs.
   They look especially luxurious and fit perfectly into interiors designed in a classic style.
5. Dressers and bedside table for the bedroom
   . It often happens that you need to buy and place two items in a room at once. It is important that they be in the same style and harmonize in color, decor, and material. Such sets, made in the American spirit, not only look beautiful, but are also very convenient to use.
6. Modular designs.
   A chest of drawers in a bedroom interior can serve not only as storage for things, but also hide a pull-out bed, a mobile tabletop or, for example, an ironing board.
7. Option with shelving shelves.
   Ideal for small rooms. A lot of things can be placed not only in the internal drawers, but also on additional shelves. Suitable for a bedroom or children's room.

Color solution

One of the most popular bedroom design options is white furniture, which can be made in different styles. Light furniture adds sun to the room and makes it joyful. At the same time, the buyer himself decides whether to buy a white, gold-plated chest of drawers for the bedroom in a classic style or choose the “Provence” style.

Furniture in soft pastel colors is designed to give the home a feeling of comfort and peace. It seems to surround a person with village silence, allowing him to escape from the hustle and bustle in a noisy city and escape from worries. Provence chests of drawers are time-honored classics. They are characterized by curved legs, artificially aged paint on the side surfaces, and carved facades. A white cabinet with spacious, spacious drawers will create a special atmosphere in the bedroom.

Important! Choosing a white chest of drawers for your bedroom does not mean that you will have to constantly wash it. Contaminants stand out more strongly on dark, especially black surfaces.

A large, light chest of drawers will be a good solution for a child's bedroom. It is also good when the baby is still sleeping in the same room with his parents. An abundance of drawers will help to place a lot of linen, children's clothes, toys, freeing up the living space of the room.

The modern style of the bedroom is perfectly complemented by the gloss of a white cabinet, which will fit into a dark-colored setting or a calm background of the floor and walls. With the help of shiny reflective surfaces, you can create a unique play of light, combined with high-tech and modern styles.

But when choosing bright shiny objects, you need to observe a certain moderation to make the bedroom comfortable. A white glossy chest of drawers for the bedroom is also suitable for those who are adherents of minimalism, and the design and size will allow you to make the most functional purchase.

Important! When choosing a cabinet for storing linen, you need to take into account the color scheme of the furniture in the bedroom. The chest of drawers should fit organically into the existing ensemble formed by pieces of furniture, curtains, bedspreads, and carpets.

Whatever chest of drawers you choose: dark oak or light cherry, varnished or trimmed with colored plastic, it remains a convenient and practical place to store things. A variety of decor, combined with the design features of a particular model, can create a special mood.

The chest of drawers occupies an important place in the bedroom; when choosing it, color plays a significant role. Light, especially shiny surfaces can visually increase the volume of a room. If the windows face north, light furniture will help add a feeling of sun and make the room more cheerful. This is especially important for a children's bedroom.

Often the choice falls on a cabinet made of natural wood or trimmed with veneer of different species. This is the most popular option, but not the only possible one. For a children's bedroom, a model decorated with multi-colored drawings of play or fairy tale themes is suitable. Chests of drawers with mirror inserts look good, and lovers of a calm, traditional interior may like glass doors with a sandblasted pattern.

Varieties

Original furniture can completely change the interior of a room. And here the chest of drawers will be no exception. Modern designers have come up with many different designs.

Mobile and landline

The first models had a base and stood on legs; they were moved only as a last resort; these products are called stationary. They are most often installed in the bathroom or office.

Mobile structures have rollers instead of legs; if you lift the clamps, you can easily roll them to another place, and lower them to fix the structure.

In addition to the main function - to save various items, it can serve instead of a mobile partition.

Used in bedrooms connected to a study or children's room.

Dresser rollers

Installation relative to the wall

Based on the location of the chest of drawers relative to the wall, they are divided into:

1. Wall mounted
2. Wall mounted
3. Attached
4. Island.

Wall-mounted chest of drawers with a marble top and lining in the spirit of classicism

Wall chest of drawers
Any name speaks for itself. Wall-mounted ones are those that are placed along the wall; for them the norm is unattractive. Wall-mounted – suspended using hinges. Attached - installed next to other furniture, they are often sold as a set.

An island chest of drawers can be placed anywhere; it allows you to zone the room.

The drawers of these models open to the side or in both directions.

Forms

The bulk of the models are made in the traditional form - in the shape of a rectangle, and installed along the wall.

Corner models - located in the corner of the room, there are many varieties - L-shaped, trapezoidal, triangular, five-walled. Dimensions vary - from a small corner element to one that takes up a lot of space.

Corner chest of drawers for bathrooms

Radius - a curved design, often close to an ellipse or semicircle; a large version may have concave and convex sections. It looks original and is well suited for a high-tech or modern style room.

A round chest of drawers will be an original piece of furniture. His drawers are located in radius sections that rotate relative to each other.

Chest of drawers with radius front

2-3 people can use it at the same time without interfering with each other, only by turning a certain section towards themselves.

Combined - a species capable of changing its shape if desired. The design of this type varies; most often they create a transformed tabletop in combination with drawers, which turns the table into a small chest of drawers when moved. Often they use modules that move along the frame. This furniture is decorated in a modern design; such a chest of drawers does not fit into a classic interior.

Combination chest of drawers

Designer form - if the desire arises, then it is given the most original form. Plastic and wood are used, allowing you to embody any ideas that appear in your head. They create chests of drawers in the form of a woodpile, the head of Nefertiti, the figure of a naked woman, and so on. In this case, the internal volume is almost not lost.

Designer option

Island - used for zoning the room and for storing things. For convenience, it uses drawers that slide out in different directions.

Furniture styles

There are several styles of furniture, in their main features similar to styles in architecture. Here are some of them:

• At the beginning of the last century, the empire style was in fashion. Empire style involves massive polished furniture with applied decorative elements made of bronze. Columns, lion's paws, and cornices are used in decoration. The material is mahogany or its imitation. An Empire style chest of drawers will take up a lot of space and will need an appropriate environment.
• Baroque furniture captivated fashionistas of the first half of the 18th century. Its characteristic feature is the abundance of gilding and inlays, which combine perfectly with decorative fabrics trimmed with fringe. A baroque style cabinet will look lonely without other pieces of furniture in the same style, so you should choose this option only as an addition to other furnishings.
• Often glass doors or glass decorative elements are made in the Gothic style. This style involves the use of arrows, turrets, and ribbed diameters. The Gothic chest of drawers is very beautiful, but matching the rest of the furnishings with it is not easy.

• The strict, laconic forms of classicism, however, are not devoid of decor. This style is more common and creates a feeling of prosperity and comfort. This cabinet can be combined with furniture of simple, laconic shapes.
• Country style involves the use of furniture stylized as a country house. A simple and functional wooden chest of drawers will be easy to place in the bedroom and surround it with the same functional furnishings.
• Minimalism is characterized by simplicity, the absence of decorations, designs and accessories. Despite its apparent simplicity, this furniture is quite convenient and very comfortable. A minimalist linen closet can have rounded shapes and will please the eye with a natural, rich color.
• High-tech style implies a complete absence of decor; the product is made of glass, metal, natural wood or plastic. The products are practical, easy to care for, well thought out and functional. The high-tech cabinet will probably be equipped with wheels for ease of movement, and there may be chrome parts. Emphasized simplicity will be combined with convenience and spaciousness.
• The so-called ethnic style is widespread, including many national styles. Japanese assumes soft shades, laconic lines, nothing superfluous in the decor. Arabic, on the contrary, is distinguished by the use of a large number of decorative elements, carpets, bright colors, furniture should be decorated with carvings and inlays. The African style is characterized by rough furniture made of natural wood, skins on the floor, and the absence of artificial materials in the interior. Chinese has something in common with Japanese, but differs in brighter colors, decor in the form of national designs, elegant cabinets with elegant drawers and doors are appropriate here.

• Speaking of styles, we cannot forget eclecticism. Eclecticism involves mixing different design trends. Classic eclecticism is an American style that combines European styles with elements of exotic national cultures.

Chest of drawers - what is it?

People have always tried to hide their personal belongings somewhere from prying eyes. Previously, chests were used for this, in which absolutely everything was stored: dishes, clothes, some utensils.

Over time, the chest was transformed into a convenient chest of drawers. Today they can be found in almost any room - in the living room, in the bedroom, in the nursery, in the hallway, in the toilet room. It is worth noting that in the bedroom this is the most common place for a chest of drawers.

Today, the variety of chests of drawers on the furniture market can confuse any consumer. To correctly select the model you need, you can preview a photo of a chest of drawers for your bedroom and make a choice in the direction of a certain style.

Despite the fact that a chest of drawers is not considered the most necessary part of the bedroom interior, many of us can no longer imagine our lives without this detail.

Materials used

Any model can be made of various materials. The most expensive products are made from solid natural wood, as well as those trimmed with leather or stone. Natural material looks rich and elegant, but such expensive options are not available to everyone. The more common material is MDF. This strong, durable, beautiful material comes in a variety of colors. Products made from it will decorate the bedroom, and its durability will allow the furniture to last for many years.

A cabinet made of laminated chipboard will cost a little less. The back wall, as well as the bottom of the drawers, are made of fibreboard (fibreboard), and the walls of the drawers and shelves are made of plywood.

Options for facades made of glass, mirrors, rattan, plastic, natural and artificial stone are possible. The type of decor is dictated by the design features of the selected model. A good solution for the bedroom would be a modern chest of drawers, combining a central part with drawers and doors, complemented by open sections with shelves. If such a cabinet is installed near the bed, a bedside table is no longer needed.

No. 8. Dresser style and color

It is not enough for a chest of drawers to be comfortable and roomy - it must fit into the interior and decorate it. The easiest way is to take all the bedroom furniture as a set - then all the items are guaranteed to be combined with each other. If you had to buy a chest of drawers separately from the rest of the furniture, then try to follow the general style and color scheme.

The appearance of the chest of drawers largely depends on the chosen style of the bedroom interior:

• classic style involves the use of natural wood of valuable species, forged parts, panels. It is better if the chest of drawers is not very large and rests on legs;
• Baroque, Rococo and Empire style require more elegant curved forms, an abundance of decorative elements in the form of carvings and gilding. Material – wood;
• Provence requires the use of a chest of drawers in light shades. The preferred material is wood, preferably artificially aged, minimal decor;
• High-tech and minimalism are laconic forms, the use of modern materials, incl. plastic, metal and glass, you can use MDF and chipboard. For high-tech, lighting would be quite appropriate;
• Art Nouveau allows the use of chests of drawers of unusual shapes, with curved lines, and interesting combinations of materials.

Don't rush to throw away your old chest of drawers if it's still strong. A few hours of work, and it can turn into a stylish exclusive product that will fit perfectly into the bedroom interior. The easiest way is to paint an old chest of drawers, and you can use several shades at once, apply a pattern or use the decoupage technique. Another option is to decorate the fronts of the drawers with wallpaper, and after the glue has dried, coat the new finish with acrylic varnish. Instead of wallpaper, you can use fabric or foil.