Dressers in the bedroom

"Commode" is a word borrowed from the French language, literally translated as "convenient." This is an unusual piece of furniture, loved by our ancestors a few centuries ago. He gained special popularity in the reign of the French king Louis XIV.

A bit of history

In the Soviet Union, such an indispensable thing as a chest of drawers, which facilitates the maintenance of order in the house and provides space for a variety of things, was produced in limited quantities. In the current houses, the dresser securely fixed its position, expanding its purpose dictated by time. The high practicality of this furniture is due to the presence of spacious drawers, a wide outer surface and, of course, compactness.

A classic chest of drawers is a piece of furniture that consists of vertically arranged drawers. In addition to the drawers, the chest of drawers has a tabletop, legs and fittings that match the style. However, now you can find dressers, complete with doors.The size of the chest of drawers varies from miniature bedside options, to impressive "giants" the size of a wardrobe.

The advantage of the dresser over the cabinet is the availability of drawers and things lying in the far corner are easily accessible. A chest of drawers can be filled with bedding, clothes, accessories and knick-knacks, which cannot be done with the closet, because the contents will tend to fall out when the door is opened. In the chest of the same things will be stored in an orderly place.

The chest of drawers are often included in the bedroom or kitchen set, as well as in the furniture for the study and living room, but also sold separately. In the bedroom, he easily turns into a dressing table, just hang a mirror over it.

The dresser in the guest room can be decorated with a decorative vase or a picture.

Features of bedroom furniture

The important point to which you should pay attention when choosing - this is the volume and number of boxes. In a standard dresser, there are usually four drawers. Wide models often have drawers divided into two halves. A chest of drawers is needed, first of all, for the convenience of placing things.This furniture has its own characteristics. The upper tier is usually small and great for storing cosmetics and trinkets, and the lower sections are much larger and deeper, which allows you to store rugs and pillows there.

If the bedroom is spacious, a chest of drawers can come complete with a dressing table, armchair or pouf - this forms a single style.. When creating an interior in the bedroom, first of all, convenience and comfort are taken into account. Modern furniture fittings largely succeeded, becoming not only more reliable and beautiful, but also more comfortable to use. The silent opening system of the drawers and the gentle closing of the doors have a beneficial effect on rest and sleep. It is especially important that the bedroom furniture is made from natural eco-friendly wood.

To extend the life of your favorite furniture is recommended to observe some rules. First of all, you need to periodically check the serviceability of sliding elements. Filling the chest, you need to move from the bottom box to the top, so the load is distributed evenly.

It is undesirable to allow the boxes to be overloaded, as this may cause the bottom to break.It is not recommended to have a chest of drawers next to heating devices.

Models and forms

Fantasy of modern designers knows no boundaries and now in furniture stores you can find many original models: angular and oval, tall and narrow, wide and long. Among such diversity, even the owner of the most demanding taste can choose the right model.

Corner models - the best solution for apartments and houses with a limited area, as they allow to save space. Corner chest of drawers can be very different widths and vary in shape, most importantly, choose an option that fits well into your interior. Features of angular dressers:

  1. Boxes do not cover the entire space.
  2. The frame and table top have the form of a right angle.

Corner chest of drawers can be used as TV cabinets.

Such chests are:

  1. Radius.
  2. Five Wall.
  3. Triangular.

In these products the boxes are secondary. They are designed to store remotes, flash drives, wires and modules.

Semicircular Chests - a universal model that fits perfectly into the premises of any stylistic orientation.Correct forms, such as a semicircle and a circle, are pleasing to the human eye, therefore, despite the fact that they are classical, they are also used in modern interiors.

Such models are made:

  • With table top in the shape of a semicircle.
  • Radius.
  • Fully round.

Narrow dressers occupy little space and visually expand the space, but their capacity is lower, so think about whether this model is right for you. The width of narrow products starts from 40 cm, and the height reaches 120 cm, but there are models and higher. Narrow and low dressers can be used as bedside tables at the head of the bed.

You can also select the following models:

  • stationary - dressers with legs;
  • mobile - mobile dressers on wheels;
  • hanging or mounted - it will be impossible to move such a dresser from its place, and getting to the upper shelves can be problematic;
  • modular;
  • transformers;
  • side dressers - are included in sets of sets.

Classic rectangular models prevailso they are a more versatile piece of furniture. However, if you wish, you can find more unusual design items.Some models are combined with the table, which is created using the reclining secretary.

Dimensions

The dimensions of the dresser depend on the area of ​​the room, the space reserved for it and the number of things that will be stored in it. Consideration should be given to the size of the dresser and the bedroom. It is easy to spoil a small bedroom even with the most luxurious dresser, creating a feeling of "squeezing" the space, since in a spacious room too small dresser can be completely lost.

What to look for:

  • Plinth will prevent to put the chest tightly to the wall.
  • Consider the extra space required to open doors and drawers.

Before you buy the product you like, you need to use a tape measure and make the necessary measurements to ensure that the parameters of a particular model correspond to the allotted space.

With low ceilings, give preference to high and narrow models, and in a room with high ceilings, the model will fit wider and lower. The size of the product depends on its intended functions. If the depth of the box does not exceed 30 cm, it is most convenient to store cosmetics, medicines and other small things there.The standard model usually has parameters 900 x 1000 x 450 mm. The refined model, which serves mainly as a decorative element, usually of a compact size. This also applies to the option for trinkets and cosmetics. A chest of drawers designed for bedding and other things will be much larger. If the length of the tabletop is from 1600 mm - the TV will fit it well.

Styles

Dressers for the bedroom can be presented in different directions:

  • Conservative - perfectly complements the bedroom in a classic style. Such a chest of drawers, as a rule, is large, with figured legs and with a wide table top, on which you can put pots with flowers and other interior decorations. Furniture in this style is usually made of natural wood.
  • Modern style opens up great opportunities for creative experimentation. Here you can play with the shape, size and color of the dresser. However, it is better not to choose the options "under the tree", but to turn to something solid or pastel. Modern models are often decorated with bright inserts, glass and accessories of different shades.
  • Vintage and Provence - a dresser in such a bedroom should have a bright stylistic image. This version of the dresser should be light and elegant, with rounded corners and graceful legs.The decor elements here play a special role, especially hand-painted or decoupage is appreciated.
  • Loft - artificially aged furniture with fancy and careless scuffs, rough boxes and blackened metal handles. Often, such furniture is made to order from really old materials that have retained traces of time.
  • Ethnic style - simple-shaped furniture, replete with decorative elements. This style allows fantasy to roam, especially since the materials used are only natural and not necessarily expensive.

You can also find options in the style:

  • Empire;
  • Victorian;
  • American;
  • modern;
  • minimalism.

Each style is characterized by special colors and materials. Modern design concepts allow the mixing of styles within a single space. Thus, if desired, any chest of drawers can be included in the existing environment. If the experiments do not pull - choose a ready-made headset in the same style.

Materials

The variety of materials for modern dressers is surprising, but the classic and, not least, non-toxic material is wood.The decor of wooden furniture amazes imagination with intricate patterns and subtlety of carving. Some models can boast inlays on the facade and exquisite fittings. There are models made of solid wood in part, for example, only the front of the dresser, made of solid wood. This makes the price of the dresser lower.

Furniture of the average price category is most often made of chipboard and MDF. Visually, it is very similar to wooden furniture. It is better to make a choice in favor of options from MDF: they are characterized by high strength and resistance to external influences. Chests of chipboard, as a rule, laminated or veneered. Laminated coatings are moisture resistant and durable. Commodes, covered with veneer, imitate wood surface better and are distinguished by high aesthetics.

In the manufacture of dressers also use:

  • skin;
  • eco-leather;
  • metal.

Non-standard materials are:

  • ash;
  • aluminum alloys.

Reflective furniture with a glossy surface decorates the interior. The most important property of such furniture is hiding - the higher it is, the smoother the surface. The gloss of the surface is attached to different materials: film, glossy plastic, paint.

A stylish and elegant solution will be furniture from eco-leather. Such products are practical and easy to use: just treat with a damp cloth and wipe dry. Leather products will look more prestigious, but will cost much more.

Color solutions

Model chest of drawers, as a rule, typical, but the color can be chosen to your taste. The main thing is that the color was in harmony with the interior of the room. Shades of the floor and walls, the colors of other furniture will serve as a guide for you. Choosing furniture for the bedroom, as a rule, prefer light colors. The white color is rich in shades: snow white, ivory, grayish white, milky. Such shades are always popular, as they are perfectly combined with any colors and give aesthetic pleasure.

Beige can be considered neutral. It is unlikely that he will ever get tired of you, so choosing a beige color, you will not lose. Beige goes well with brown, purple, blue, pink. Furniture light colors will certainly please the eye. A too dark chest of drawers in a room made in bright colors will look a bit cumbersome. The best option would be a two-color model combining two different materials.

The natural color of wood is well imitated by laminated chipboard.. This expands the ability to select the appropriate model. Chameleon chests of drawers are very popular now, which change their color depending on the viewing angle. Such a metamorphosis is the result of a combination of varnishes in different colors. In a fashion also products with a photo printing, here a flight of fancy becomes almost boundless.

How to choose?

To ensure the most comfortable rest, you need to pay special attention not only to the choice of the bed, but also the rest of the furniture. Chest - the perfect solution for the interior of any bedroom. It is not only stylish, but also a functional piece of furniture, which organizes the storage of a variety of things: from bed linen and casual clothes, to cosmetics and other trifles.

In order not to be mistaken when choosing, you need:

  • Adhere to the overall style. Decorative elements and texture should be in harmony with each other.
  • Correctly determine the size of the product.
  • Consider the purpose and number of boxes.
  • Take into account the size of the area and the specific model.
  • Soberly assess your financial capabilities when buying furniture.

If the choice is not easy, you should consult with a consultant, tell about the style of the apartment or house, preferences in color and size of the model.It will not be superfluous to mention what will be stored in it, in order to strengthen the guides and the bottom of the boxes, if possible. Do not hesitate to ask the consultant to show the certificate of quality on the selected piece of furniture.

The mechanism of promotion of boxes is of great importance. Roller guides are not the most reliable option, as they allow the boxes to skew and fail when opening or closing. Furniture with ball guides is the best solution for high durability and absolute noiselessness. Hidden guides are easy to use and durable.

In models without limiters, you can inadvertently pull out the box, which is a significant drawback, especially if you keep small accessories in the box. However, boxes that have limiters often do not fully open and things stored at the back wall are not easy to reach.

Silent fittings are the highlight of modern cabinet furniture. The drawer slides on you "like clockwork" and closes back just as smoothly.

Where to put?

An important advantage of the dresser is its versatility and compactness. In each apartment there is a place for him. Best chests look:

  • In the living room. If the furniture is selected for the living room, first of all pay attention to the decor and shape. It is in the living room that it is especially important to maintain the overall style of the room, and a chest of drawers can become a bright accent, emphasizing individuality and bringing an element of comfort.
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  • In the bedroom. In the conventional understanding of the dressers, "living" in the bedrooms, should be of classical form. Their main purpose is to store clothes and bed linen, so they must have spacious and deep compartments. Upper drawers are usually not too wide, as they usually store underwear or cosmetics. Many young mothers use the upper surface of the dresser as a changing table.
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  • In the kitchen. Designed for the convenience of the hostess, who likes to keep kitchen utensils in order. Usually, their designs are rather complicated, since their compartments serve to store “variegated” kitchen utensils. However, kitchen models are not without decor - there are products with glass doors.
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  • In the bathroom. Bathroom cabinets are usually offered rather narrow and mobile, combining both open shelves and solid drawers.
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  • In the hall. A chest of drawers in the hallway is useful for storing shoes, glasses, keys, umbrellas, scarves and hats.
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A good dresser can be much more practical than a standard cabinet. And if you pick up a suitable mirror to it, you get a dressing table. Spacious drawers help in sorting things, so maintaining order in the dresser is much easier than in the closet. On the surface of the product you can place frames with photos, souvenirs, houseplants, or even put a TV.

Stylish examples in the interior

When interior design is important to observe the harmony and balance between all components. Here are interesting options for dressers that have become a functional decoration of the apartment:

  • One bright detail sets the mood of the whole room.
  • An example of chest of drawers in the style of the English classics.
  • Chic hinged dresser in combination with a large rectangular mirror.
  • Simple and tasteful. Dressers in the style of minimalism.
  • An example of a vintage chest of drawers in a modern interior.
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  • Designers played with color, texture and shape.
  • The model is interesting in the presence of boxes, different in shape, size and color.

You will be able to see even more options of dressers in an interior in the following video.

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