Last Updated On December 27th, 2021
While chests of drawers are most commonly used in bedrooms, they can also be used for added storage in any room of the house. Considering how versatile a chest of drawers can be, they come in all different shapes, sizes, and styles to accommodate everyone’s needs and preferences. Keep reading to find the best chest of drawers for your home.
Our top Editor’s choice is the Riano chest of drawers by Vida Designs. It has a basic design and is available in a black, white, walnut, or pine colour.
Vida Designs’ chest of drawers features an MDF wood base with a synthetic veneer finish. The veneer finish adds a bit of gloss and makes it easy to clean with only a damp cloth or vacuum cleaner. The Riano measures 90cm H x 75cm W x 36cm D and doesn’t require a lot of floor space so can fit in most spaces you may have available.
The Riano has five drawers and features brushed metal handles. Each drawer is reinforced with added support to prevent bowing when the drawers are full. The Riano collection also includes other pieces of furniture so you can create a matching bedroom or household set.
Criticisms for this product include a lengthy assembly process so you may want to ask for some help. Additionally, the black and white finishes tend to scrath easily, and unfortunately, this product is not made from solid wood however the materials used are high quality so you shouldn’t have a problem.
The Joolihome chest of drawers has a modern design that would look great in a living room, kids room, hallway, or office. It is available in grey or beige.
Each Joolihome chest of drawers has a durable MDF wood top with a strong, easy to clean melamine finish. The frame of this piece is constructed using painted anti-rust metal.
The Joolihome five drawer chest features deep fabric pull out drawers with soft fabric handles. The feet on this piece of furniture are plastic to prevent damaging your floors and are also individually adjustable for levelling on an uneven surface. As far as chests of drawers go, this piece is super lightweight.
The Joolihome chest of drawers does not have a natural-looking colour option, requires a considerable amount of floor space, and has flimsy drawers due to their fabric construction.
The Stefanplast Elegance has a compact country design and is available in white, brown, light blue, or dark blue.
The Stefanplast Elegance is made with thick plastic and features a wicker finish on the top and on the drawer fronts. The Elegance is 80cm tall, 40cm wide, and 40cm deep. Its plastic construction makes it super easy to clean and great for a kid’s room.
The Stefanplast design features four stacked drawers and comes fully assembled, minus the feet which have to be attached which also double as wheels.
Unfortunately, the wheels on this chest of drawers are small and not very effective. Also, the plastic material is not as durable as wood and provides minimal support for the drawers.
The Steens Richmond chest of drawers is our top pick if you are looking for easy assembly. It has a classic country design and is available in white and brown.
The Richmond chest of drawers is made from solid Scandinavian pine and features a stained lacquer finish. It measures 90cm tall, 82cm wide, and 38cm deep.
Steens designed this chest of drawers with four long shelves and two smaller shelves side by side on the top level to give you ample, versatile storage. The handles on this piece are round wooden knobs that match the finish perfectly.
Cons for the Richmond include a flimsy plyboard backing and drawer bottoms. Finally, although there are many drawers, they are all fairly shallow however this could be a bonus for some as it means you won’t need to do too much digging to find what you need.
Steens makes our best-of list again with their Richmond Narrow white chest of drawers. It is also available in a brown or brown and white chest option.
The Steens Richmond Narrow chest of drawers is made with painted MDF wood. It measures 90cm tall, 44cm wide, and 38cm deep.
This five-drawer chest has deep drawers that maximize your storage space with a nearly square shape. They feature metal drawer runners for extra smooth support, round wooden handles, and bun turned feet at the base. Even with five drawers, the assembly is fairly simple for this chest of drawers.
The composite wood used for construction is not as durable as solid oak or pine, there is not a gloss finish option, and the drawer bottoms could be a bit stronger for our liking but overall, the Richmond Narrow is still a great piece.
The Cherry Tree Furniture chest of drawers has a country design mixed with a bit of modern. It is available in either a white chest with floral lined baskets or wood with white lined baskets.
The Cherry Tree Furniture white chest of drawers is constructed out of solid Paulownia wood for the legs and frame and MDF wood for the cabinet top and drawers. It measures 83cm tall, 47cm wide, and 30cm deep making it great for a smaller space in your living room, dining room, or as bedroom furniture.
The unique design of this white chest of drawers includes five small square drawers paired with five wicker baskets for a variety of storage options. To further protect your items, each of the baskets are lined with a soft fabric. Best of all, this white chest of drawers doesn’t require any self-assembly.
We wish Cherry Tree Furniture used solid wood for this entire chest of drawers and not just the frame. You may also want to consider the small size of the drawer fronts and how easily a white chest of drawers can scratch.
Vida Designs is back with its Corona chest of drawers. Its rustic design sports its all-natural one look, no need for added colour.
The Corona is constructed with solid pine and features a wax finish that enhances the wood grain appearance. The solid wood construction seriously increases the durability and sturdiness overall so you can expect to have this piece of furniture for a long time. It measures 73cm high, 80cm wide, and 41cm deep providing you ample storage space for all of your clothes.
Vida Designs’ Corona has four large, wide drawers. Each drawer has two black metal handles and decorative studs adorn the front-facing corners of this piece.
Cons for the Corona include reports of the finish scratching easily Additionally, due to it’s being made of solid wood can be difficult to move alone, and it also has a lengthy assembly but that is pretty much expected with a serious piece of furniture like this.
The Vladon Cabinet is available in 20 bright or neutral colours and has a modern, minimalist design.
Vladon’s cabinet is made with MDF wood and particleboard. It features a high gloss melamine finish or a matte veneer, depending on the colour. Either finish is easily cleaned. It measures 74cm H x 117cm W x 36cm D.
The sleek design of the Vladon cabinet does not include any handles and has a unique configuration that includes a large cabinet with a shelf, a smaller cabinet with a shelf, and two small drawers. Its versatile storage structure makes this piece of furniture great for any room.
You will need a lot of floor space for this cabinet and it has a lengthy assembly but we think it is worth the hassle. Also, it’s composite wood construction makes it less sturdy than solid wood.
Mercers makes our list of the best chests of drawers with their Corona edition. It comes in a natural pine colour and has an antique wax finish to complement its Mexican Pine classic design.
The Mercers Furniture Corona chest of drawers is made from solid pine and features black metal handles and decorative studs. It measures 73cm tall, 80cm wide, and 41cm deep.
This four-drawer chest has lots of storage space and wide, deep drawers that have excellent support to prevent bowing.
Unfortunately, the additional black studs are not great quality but you have the option to leave them off during assembly and you may want to because of how lengthy and involved the process is. Lastly, you will need a large space for this chest of drawers.
Chests of drawers are not all made alike. Let’s find out how we chose the products for our list so you can learn which traits to prioritize in your own search for the perfect chest of drawers.
First and foremost you want to find a piece of furniture that will easily fit into your home’s space. Would your space be better suited by a tall and narrow, or a low and wide chest of drawers? Measure your space before shopping to avoid looking at items that will not function in your home.
The best chests of drawers will have ample storage. After all, that’s what they’re for, right? Would a three-drawer chest have enough storage for you? Or, would something with five to seven drawers be better? In addition to the number of drawers, how wide and deep each drawer is could also factor into your decision. Think about the type of items you want to store in your new chest as a way to determine the appropriate amount of storage space needed.
Examining the materials used to make a chest of drawers is a good way to determine possible quality and durability. In general, solid wood and MDF wood materials are considered some of the best materials to use for furniture. Which is why most of the products on our list are comprised partially or completely from these materials. MDF wood may be strong and more consistent, but some may prefer the natural look of solid wood a little better. Which do you like better?
The finish on a chest of drawers determines how easy it is to clean, how easily it can be scratched and contributes to the style and overall appearance of the finished product. Some finishes have a high gloss factor while others are designed to be matte. What type will best match your home’s decor and suit your needs?
A melamine finish can be either glossy or matte, it just depends on the product as the material is easily manmade and manipulated. Melamine finishes make a surface stronger, more scratch-resistant, and easier to clean. We recommend this type of finish for a kid’s room or a high traffic area in your home that could easily be bumped into but it would look good anywhere.
Other finishes focus on a natural or synthetic wood veneer appearance. The manmade version is usually more scratch resistant, however, scratches on a natural wood finish can usually be buffed out easily.
The best chests of drawers will compliment your home’s existing style and decor. If you don’t like the way a piece of furniture looks it doesn’t matter how functional or durable it is because chances are you won’t keep it around long anyway. Fortunately, chests of drawers have been used by people around the world for a very long time so they are available in nearly endless style variations. Make sure you get something you like so you don’t wind up replacing it later.
You have reached the end of our best chest of drawers reviews and buying guide. There are a lot of products to consider so before you decide let’s take another look at our Editor’s choice.
The Vida Designs Rialto is the top pick on our list because it has a simple design that comes in four varying colours with a low gloss veneer finish. It features enhanced drawers support and provides ample storage space with its five-drawer design. What’s more, it’s gloss finish means that it is easy to clean for easy maintenance.
Now that you know all about our favourite chests of drawers and how to pick the best one for your needs which one on our list will best suit your home needs?
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