Cedar Storage Chests

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Cedar is one of the most durable woods around. Not only does it have a distinctive heavy grain giving each piece of furniture a unique look, but it is also a natural deterrent to moths and other insects. This makes it the perfect material for building furniture to house blankets and clothes. We’ve chosen the best and most attractive cedar storage chests around to help you find the right one for you.

Antique cedar roos sweetheart chest ca

This stunning storage chest was crafted probably circa 1940s... Unfortunately it didn't retain a perfect condition, the cedar wood has some cracks and scratches on it, but after some refurbishment it's sure to marvel again!

Cherry Cedar Storage Chest

Cedar Storage Chest

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Elegant Cedar Lines Storage Chest

Red Cedar Storage Chest

Rugged and sturdy storage cabinet. The cabinet is made from hardwood and has a polished finish. It has flat end stands. It was built for durability and will definitely stand the test of time.

Carved Cedar Storage Chest

mission style blanket chest

Our cedar chests are made of Eastern Red Ceader, sawed on our band mill and thoroughly dried. Our joinery is unique. All boards are joined

Cedar Chest, Plan No. 572

Adjustable Round Coffee Table

Folk Art Trunk need to refinish an old cedar chest this would be perfect

hope chest painted

Classic Cedar Storage Chest

Simple Cedar Storage Chest

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Solid Mahogany and Cedar Storage Chest

Amish Cedar Storage Chest

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Espresso Stained Hand-Peeled Trunk

Nautical Inspired Cedar Chest

Capacious trunk for storing beedings and others needed stuff. It is made of wood with antique finish. Perfect solution for space saving in all kinds of interiors as needed.

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Chloe Hughes Interior Design Expert

Chloe is a vintage and antique decor expert, writer, and DIY educator who helps readers translate their love of character-rich pieces into livable, modern homes. With an extensive background in antique shopping, period décor, and hands-on upcycling, she shows people how to blend storied finds with everyday comfort. Her guidance focuses on creating warm, personal interiors where historic details and real life work seamlessly together.

What can I store in a cedar storage chest?

Cedar storage chests are traditionally built to store thick woolen fabrics. Why? Cedar wood naturally repels moths, and moths like to chew holes in woolen fabrics. As thick woolen blankets and sweaters are an investment, it’s worth to protect that investment from moths by putting those pieces in a place where they’re unlikely to be exposed to moth activity.

That said, if you have a beautiful and traditional piece like a cedar chest, fill it with whatever you have in your home that needs to be stored! Blankets and sweaters are traditional, but games or books would also be a good idea.

What size cedar storage chest to get as a bed foot bench?

The key to the perfect sized cedar storage chest to be used as a bed foot bench, is for it to be three quarters of the total length of the bed. For example, if you have a king size bed that is 76 inches wide, the storage chest should be around 57 to 60 inches long. In terms of the height, it should be a couple of inches shorter than the bed or footboard.