Dresser With Deep Drawers

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We’ve all had dressers in the past that look good and match our décor but don’t fit what we need them to. A dresser with deep drawers will fit everything from that scratchy jumper you hardly ever wear to those socks you’ve had for a bit too long. You can’t go wrong with something that’s trendy and practical, and deep dresser drawers will tick all of your bedroom storage boxes.

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Dresser With Deep Drawers

Buying Guide

Unless your home comes with built-ins and organized storage closets, there's a high likelihood that you'll need to purchase a dresser to store your clothes and other items as well as reduce visual clutter! Let's talk about the specific things you need to know before buying a good-quality dresser.

What are the best materials for functional dressers?

Dressers are typically made of wood not only because the grain looks gorgeous, but because many types of wood have natural anti-moth properties to protect your clothing! Here are a few of the most popular types of wood for dressers.

Hardwood

Ash, birch, maple or oak - these types of wood make for good dressers because they get stronger as they age! These pieces can last for generations if cared for properly.

Softwood

For a wood with a lighter, brighter feel, turn to spruce, cedar, and pine. As an added bonus, woods like cedar have a lightly spicy scent that can perfume your entire room!

Exotic

Exotic woods may be more expensive, but their beauty alone can be worth the investment. Choose from olive, rosewood, maple and burl! These types of wood can make your dresser a focal point in any room. It will certainly be a conversation starter!

Manufactured

If you are on a tight budget, you always have the choice of manufactured wood, commonly referred to as MDF. Manufactured wood is made in the process of gluing wood fibers, chips and sawdust together to create a wood-like composite. It's not as classy and durable as naural wood, but offers an easy to maintain, inexpensive alternative. Dresserd made of manufactured wood, especially ones with a glossy finish, will look good in contemporary interiors.

Alternatively, if you'd rather go for a non-wood substance, a metal locker or an industrial metal shelf with plastic containers can be incredibly functional and look streamlined and sophisticated for a simplistic, ultra-practical choice.

What are the different types and styles of dressers?

While you can certainly find any type of dresser you can imagine online, typically dressers come in two general shapes:

Single-Column, Taller Dressers

These types of dressers have one column of drawers and typically are a bit taller - about chest height on a typical adult, or 44 inches tall.

Double-Column, Shorter Dressers

These types of dressers have two columns of drawers and are generally waist-height, or approximately 30 inches tall.

The average height of a dresser falls between 30 and 36 inches.

How do I know what type and size of dresser I should get?

To determine which type of dresser you should get, you should think carefully about what you plan on doing with the dresser and the space that it will be occupying. Here are some concrete examples:

If you're planning on putting the dresser in a nursery or small child's room, opt for a shorter, wider dresser (i.e., double-column, less than 30 inches tall). This will allow the child to use the dresser over time, and when the child is very small, the top of the dresser can double as a changing table.
If you're working with a smaller space - a small bedroom, studio apartment, or you're purchasing the dresser to fit inside a closet - select a taller, narrower dresser. You'll still be able to use the top for horizontal storage, and your space will be much more open without a large, wide piece of furniture in the way.
If you're working with a larger space, such as a long, blank wall, get a wide, low dresser (with double or triple columns). You'll fill up the space, and it's very easy to set up an engaging tableau above with mirrors, vases, or even a television set.
Think, too, about what you'll be putting in the dresser. If you will be using it for clothes storage, select a dresser set with 6-9 drawers in it - that's sufficient for the average wardrobe.

How deep should a dresser drawer be?

When you’re looking for a dresser with deep drawers, you’ll likely be looking for a depth of about 20-25 inches. A typical depth for a normal dresser will be between 16 and 22 inches; therefore, one with a little bit more room will have a few more square inches to offer. However, you’ll want to avoid going much deeper than that; a dresser depth beyond two feet becomes dangerous and impractical for your arms to reach and maneuver.

If you’re putting a dresser with deep drawers in your space, remember that your dresser’s drawers will pull out at least 10-12 inches, and possibly more. Jut make sure that this doesn’t conflict with any conflicting structures when you’re planning out your space’s organization.

Is there a difference between a dresser and a chest?

Yes, the main difference is that a dresser with deep drawers usually includes an attached mirror on top, whereas a chest also comes with drawers but has an empty surface.

Other than that, chests and dressers with deep drawers are pretty similar, and they can both be found in a large variety of styles.

Quick Tips

Plan out your budget before you go shopping. A good dresser is an investment, so prepare accordingly - but know that the price range can be quite wide.
Decide whether you want a practical material such as durable metal or scratch-resistant hardwood, or something that presents a more aesthetic statement like an exotic wood.
Measure your space before shopping for a dresser, and consider the function you'd like for your dresser to have to ensure you buy the right size and shape.