Choosing a long chest of drawers in the bedroom

A chest of drawers is a functional and practical piece of furniture that can even be placed in a bedroom. From the material in this article, you will learn how to do it correctly and which option is better to choose, taking into account the varieties, sizes and designs of models of various brands.

It is possible to classify long dressers for arranging bedrooms by the type of material used, shape, color, organization of storage systems, and opening (closing) systems. Most often, such products are made from wood and its derivatives. Metal and plastic are used as fittings. Wooden models are massive and durable, they are bought for spacious bedrooms. Furniture made from wood processing products belongs to budget models.

The shape of products can be linear, angular and radius. Modifications of the first group are considered traditional; these are chests of drawers in the form of elongated rectangles. Corner counterparts differ in the presence of an angle. They are bought for the most efficient use of space in rooms with a non-standard layout.

In terms of functionality, the models can be simple or supplemented with ironing boards, changing tables, TV stands, and various add-ons. Other types are equipped with mirrors, which can be stationary outside or built into the cover. The individual dressers are reminiscent of long-top dressing tables.

Model storage systems can be shelves, open and closed drawers with a roll-out, pull-out, swing opening mechanism. Some products resemble modular systems, united by a single table top.

The dimensions of long dressers for bedrooms vary. These can be standard options with a length of 1.5 m. Some options have a length of the entire wall (from 2-3 to 4 meters). The minimum depth of the product is 30 cm.The average height varies between 80-85 cm.

The design of the chest of drawers is different. Today, the emphasis in design is on functionality, so products are often devoid of pretentious decor. The decorative elements of a modern chest of drawers are most often the handles of shelves and drawers.

Also, the shape of the legs, the edges of the countertop or the bottom of the chest of drawers can become a decor. It can be simple carved elements, wavy lines, scallops. The facade of the product can be convex, flat, embossed.

In addition, the decoration is the texture of the material used, the finish of the table top. Less often, colorful prints can be seen on the facades of models. Minimalism in the decor allows you not to overload the interior design of the bedroom.

Both the color of the chest of drawers and the pattern of the material become decoration. If earlier this was not given special importance, then today it is due to this that it is possible to ideally fit the product into the situation with the existing furniture.

When buying one or another option, you must take into account a number of nuances. The key one is the installation location:

• next to the bed;
• between two beds;
• at the foot;
• opposite the bed;
• near the side wall.

Depending on the existing layout, the product can be installed under a window, in a niche or even on a balcony, organizing a storage area there.

When choosing a product, the required length, width, height are determined. The product must be functional, so you should not take a too narrow version (less than 30 cm).

As for the type of storage systems, it all depends on your own preferences.For example, it can be a traditional version of the classic type with 2-3 drawers or more in one or more rows. These chests of drawers can be used to store bedding and clothing.

Variants with superstructures can have solid or glass facades. They are replacing shelves and racks. In addition, you can choose between the options "coupe", "bureau", "secretaire". The latest modification has a hinged lid that can turn the chest of drawers into a desk if necessary. In order for a product to serve for a long time, when buying, you need to take into account its strength, environmental friendliness and workmanship.

To make the use of furniture safe, when choosing a product, you must pay attention to the absence of sharp corners and decorative elements. As for the legs, their presence is considered a plus. This makes cleaning the bedroom easier. In addition, the legs visually facilitate the massiveness of the chest of drawers.

If a chest of drawers is purchased as furniture for a TV area (for example, for a TV), it is better to give preference to a simple model. Its tabletop can also become a shelf for various accessories (figurines, potted plants). The type of installation of such a chest of drawers, in addition to the floor one, can be suspended.