Chests Of Drawers

Chests of Drawers

We all have them, and we would almost certainly be stuck for space if we didn’t. We are of course talking about the humble chest of drawers – a unit that really earns its keep in virtually every bedroom in the country.

But you may not realise just how much variety there is when it comes to buying a new chest of drawers. If you know exactly what you want then it is a simple matter of going out and buying it, but if you are completely undecided don’t worry. Hopefully this introductory guide to chests of drawers will help to prepare you for the many choices you will find out there today!

So let’s take a look at what is available, so you can decide what option would best fit in with your surroundings, your bedroom, your own desires and your needs as well.

A Selection of the Best Selling Chest Of Drawers

Solid wood chest of drawers

These chests of drawers tend to be more expensive for obvious reasons, while also being very well made. They are available in many different woods, some light and some dark, so they will fit in with many different colour schemes.

They also tend to last for a long time and they age very well. Watch out for the colour darkening over time, or possibly fading if it is in direct sunlight.

Veneer chest of drawers

This is where a thin layer of genuine wood is stuck to a material such as MDF. The cheaper material makes the whole chest of drawers cheaper to buy, while still giving you a wood effect.

It doesn’t generally look as good as real wood, although the unit will tend to be lighter and easier to move around should you ever need to.

Metal

These are among the more modern designs you will find around today. The big problem with metal chests of drawers is the fingerprints that will be left all over them! You need to be prepared to clean them regularly if you want to keep them looking good.

Painted chest of drawers

Chests of drawers that are painted are quite widely available as well. White is a very popular colour as it is very fresh and bright looking, but you can also get many other colours if you shop around.

They are particularly good for childrens’ bedrooms, but you can also buy them in pastel colours and many other finishes to suit adults’ bedrooms as well.

Unfinished chest of drawers

The perfect solution if you cannot seem to find exactly what you want anywhere! An unfinished wooden chest of drawers is perfect for you to stain or paint however you wish. You can use one or more colours or stains to achieve just the right look that will blend in with your bedroom.

This option also has the advantage that it is cheaper to buy, although you will probably have to make it up yourself as they tend to come in a flat pack format.

How many different styles are there?

Style is very important when it comes to buying your chest of drawers. You will obviously want something that is attractive and fits the bill, but you also want something that won’t go out of date quickly.

That is why traditional and classic looking designs are always popular. They never age and they look good in many different bedroom settings. Let’s take a look at some of the options you have available to think about.

Plain

Many of the cheaper chests of drawers are very plain and simple. As such they are basic and functional units that will look good in any setting. They are cheap and easy to build, and can be moved between bedrooms as the need arises. If you are looking for a good and versatile buy, this could be a good bet.

Modern

Modern designs take on many of the ‘in’ colours, lines and styles that are currently popular. For example, a while back it was very popular to have chests of drawers where the frame was wooden and the drawer fronts were coloured.

The thing to watch here though is that some modern trends may not last long. Will you still be happy to have the same chest of drawers if that happens?

Antique

There are genuine antiques of course, and then there are those items which are styled in the same way. These cost more than many basic designs, but then you are getting more in the way of workmanship.

If you like a classic style that evokes memories of times gone by, this could be the ideal choice for you.

Shaker style

This style is very popular in many items of furniture. The chests of drawers tend to be white and very simple looking, perhaps with panelled drawer fronts. They will also have feet, rather than sitting directly on the floor.

Other styles you might see

If we were to mention all the different styles on offer, it would take several web pages to do so! What you see will largely depend on what website or store you visit to look at chests of drawers.

Some of them are designed to mimic the styles that are popular in certain countries. For example, designs that take on board French stylings are quite popular. If you are trying to re-create the bedrooms you would stay in if you were abroad, then try to find a style of chest of drawers that is similar to the ones found in that country.

In conclusion

As you can see you have lots of different types and styles of chests of drawers to choose from. Your choices may be limited according to your budget and your current bedroom design, but you can usually find cheaper variations on some of the more expensive designs, so bear that in mind.

One final hint – be sure to shop around when you are out to buy a new chest of drawers. We’ve included lots of links to other good websites here, so be sure to check them all out before you make your decision. Good luck!