Chests of Drawers

Save space and style with a chest of drawers

With drawers, cupboards, the size of a dressing table or a chest of drawers, chests of drawers come in a variety of shapes for all living areas. They're a great way to make space and keep both bedrooms and living rooms tidy, thanks to their multiple storage options. Depending on your interior decor, you can opt for a vintage chest of drawers in wood, a Scandinavian-style chest of drawers in white or a chest of drawers with a more industrial design in metal or pallet. If your furniture is classic, Baroque or Louis XV-style chests of drawers will be appreciated. Double chests of drawers or 6-drawer chests of drawers give you plenty of storage space for everyday items. Tall or short, chests of drawers come in a range of sizes to suit any room environment. Whether your furniture is black, white or navy blue, it's a good idea to match your chest of drawers with the colors of your shelf collections, TV cabinet, bed or bedside table. Apart from style, chests of drawers can be distinguished by their features: the number of doors, castors and drawers. They are sometimes accessorized with a mirror, for example. For a child's bedroom, there are trendy dressers with a playful or urban feel. They generally have more practical options, such as the possibility of transforming into a changing table. Discover all our tips for choosing your chest of drawers.

A chest of drawers is an essential piece of bedroom furniture, but thanks to its flexibility, it can be adapted to any room in your home. But finding the one that's right for you can be tricky.

Why go for a chest of drawers?

It's particularly pleasant to live in an orderly home. To achieve this, however, it is essential to have sufficient storage space. Investing in one or more chests of drawers is the most practical solution. With one or more chests of drawers, you'll have plenty of storage space at your disposal, allowing you to organize your different spaces as you see fit. Particularly versatile, with 3, 6 or even 8 drawers, this furniture can also be used to house your decorations. Another significant advantage is that this type of furniture, generally much smaller than a wardrobe, will take up less space in your bedroom or hallway, and is much easier to move around as you wish.

Chest of drawers: what criteria should you take into account?

Although it finds its place in most of our homes, this furniture is not as easy as it seems to choose. Used to neatly store your laundry or other belongings, it must nevertheless blend in with the room in which it will be installed. To do this, you need to consider its capacity, style, dimensions and practicality.

You also need to think about how you're going to use it. If your chest of drawers is to be used as an occasional piece of furniture, a chiffonier or rattan bookcase would be perfect for a child's bedroom, or even an office. If you intend to use it as your sole storage space, it's essential to opt for a functional piece that makes it easy to sort your clothes.

Color seems to be the last point not to be neglected. Black lends a sophisticated note of elegance. White will brighten up any space. The color wood, for its part, will create a distinctive look that blends in with all the other elements present.

The chest of drawers: a truly aesthetic piece of furniture

As one of the most sought-after pieces of furniture in a home, the chest of drawers, for many, is above all functional. However, for some years now, manufacturers have been working hard on its aesthetics. It has thus become a real decorating accessory in its own right. Whether you prefer classic, retro, industrial, Scandinavian, with more than 3 drawers or not, you're bound to find a chest of drawers to suit your taste, budget and needs.

Wood, metal or cane: which material is right for you?

You've spotted a model that could blend in with your interior, but you're still unsure which material would be best? Wooden chests of drawers are generally very sturdy and will find their place in any room, bringing a serene atmosphere. Metal, on the other hand, will add character to your interior and blend easily into a teenager's bedroom or bathroom. Furniture combining wood and cane will instantly transform your living room or sleeping area into a chic and distinctive place. This is the furniture for you if you're looking for a vintage touch!