Storage space wonders and stylish eye-catchers
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Chests of drawers & sideboards – small cupboards with a big impact
They are versatile and can therefore be found in every household. Depending on the model, they have drawer boxes or cabinet doors behind which there are shelves. This gives you plenty of storage space and good organization options. The drawer cabinets are available in different styles, sizes and dimensions.
Table of contents:
- What are dressers?
- What characteristics do chests of drawers and sideboards have?
- Where are chests of drawers used?
- Vintage, modern or boho - these styles are available when it comes to dressers
- Tip: upcycling
- Conclusion
What are dressers?
Dressers basically have two purposes. On the one hand, they are used to store items in almost any room. On the other hand, they have a decorative purpose. An aesthetic sideboard offers a real eye-catcher in any room and is crucial for the atmosphere in it. However, chests of drawers are just a rough umbrella term for a number of different elegant space-enhancing devices.
What types of dressers are there?
As you can see, each dresser has its own advantages. Thanks to the wide selection of variants, there is the perfect chest of drawers for every room and every space. However, before you decide, you should make sure what type of storage you are looking for for which room. So you are guaranteed to find the model that suits your requirements.
dresser
A chest of drawers is a piece of furniture that is suitable for every room. It is usually equipped with drawers or shelf inserts and therefore offers plenty of hidden storage space that can be used for all sorts of things. Regardless of whether it's clothing or supplies, a chest of drawers offers functional and attractive storage options in every room. Some models also have open shelving elements that offer space for decoration. For example, you can place your finest dishes in the kitchen.
Sideboard
Sideboards are usually wider and less high than chests of drawers. Therefore, they are often found in dining areas or living rooms. They also usually have a combination of cabinet doors and drawers. This is the perfect way to store small items and place decorative elements to give the piece of furniture an even more individual touch. If the sideboard is white, it also adapts to almost any interior design.
Highboard
As the name suggests, highboards are higher than other sideboards. They also usually have a combination of different elements to provide the greatest possible storage space. They are therefore perfect for living and dining areas where a lot of storage space is needed. Highboards are also often combined with other chests of drawers in the living room, such as sideboards and lowboards, to create a wall unit. To create a beautiful overall picture, it is advisable to choose chests of drawers of the same line or style.
bedside table
The bedside table is probably the smallest chest of drawers. It stands next to the bed and serves as a storage space for, for example, a lamp, a smartphone or a pair of glasses. The small space miracles offer enough space with drawers to elegantly store other small items without creating clutter next to your bed.
Lowboard
Lowboards are particularly popular as a base cabinet for the television in the living room, as they are much lower than other chests of drawers. They are ideal for storing technology and cables. Such TV cabinets usually have special cutouts to discreetly hide cables and organize them.
Buffet
Sideboards are traditionally found in dining areas as a place to store dishes and cutlery. They are also perfect for presenting food or for small buffets with family or friends.
What characteristics do chests of drawers and sideboards have?
Dressers and sideboards are robust and durable pieces of furniture that have a significant impact on the appearance and functionality of a room. Various properties contribute to this. The biggest difference between the different variants are the respective dimensions. Chests of drawers, for example, are up to 100 cm high and between 50 cm and 120 cm wide. Sideboards are between 70 cm and 90 cm high and wider than 120 cm. Most people choose a width between 180 cm and 200 cm. The majority of chests of drawers are on the floor. Individual chests of drawers are also available as hanging versions. If there are children in the house, you should also attach each chest of drawers to the wall to secure them. Children quickly get stuck on chests of drawers or use the drawers as steps while playing. To prevent the child from tipping over, secure the drawer cabinet additionally to the wall. The devices for this are usually already included in the scope of delivery. Chests of drawers have different levels of resilience. To see what they can withstand, please see the more detailed product details. If you exceed the specified maximum load capacity, the chest of drawers risks collapsing. This is tailored to the size ratio and storage space.
There are also differences in the material from which the chests of drawers are made. The robust pieces of furniture are usually made from materials such as wood, metal or plastic. Every material has its advantages. Wood as a natural raw material is very durable and stable. Damage can easily be repaired by sanding and re-oiling the affected area. Wood also radiates warmth and gives the environment a natural charm. Metal and plastic, on the other hand, are cheaper materials and require less care than solid wood. Plastic is also available in all colors and looks. Therefore, the choice of material depends on your visual ideas.
But chests of drawers and sideboards don’t just have purely decorative purposes. One of the most important factors is functionality. In addition to shelves, many chests of drawers have drawers that enable efficient storage of many items. The drawers can be organized even better with special inserts. Special functions on chests of drawers include built-in mirrors or a modular changing attachment. Furthermore, not all chests of drawers and sideboards have simple handles. There are also models with recessed grips or special soft-close mechanisms.
It can therefore be said that chests of drawers and sideboards are tailored to the needs of their users through their dimensions, maximum load capacity, material and additional functions. Therefore, they are a crucial element for keeping order and giving every room a special ambience.
Where are chests of drawers used?
Living room: Various types of chests of drawers are used in the salon. Whether a lowboard as a TV base cabinet or showcases and highboards as storage space and to showcase decorative elements. Sideboards are also often used as a visual room divider in open living and dining areas.
Bedroom: Chests of drawers are mainly used here. Thanks to their practical drawer elements, they offer enough space for clothes, towels or bed linen. If you also use drawer inserts, even smaller items can be perfectly organized. The space on the consoles is often used as a jewelry shelf or make-up area for women.
Hallway: Whether for shoes, jackets or household utensils - the hallway is all about storage space. You can create this with chests of drawers or cupboards. The best thing about it is that despite there being a lot of things, the hallway looks tidy and homely thanks to various closets. If the chest of drawers is narrow, it is particularly suitable for the hallway.
Bathroom: Dressers in the bathroom are rather atypical, but still very practical. The small cupboards have a big impact either as towel storage or as a base cabinet under the sink.
Office: A wide variety of cabinets are also used in the office. Regardless of whether a filing cabinet or a lockable office cabinet for more discreet document storage, there is a suitable model for every purpose.
Kitchen: In the kitchen, a chest of drawers is an elegant way to create additional storage space. This can also be converted into a tea and coffee bar, allowing you to keep the space in your kitchen free.
Dining room: The “good” Sunday dishes find a suitable place in a sideboard, a buffet or a display case and can be taken out quickly and easily if necessary. It can also be used for decorative purposes.
Children's room: Chests of drawers find their place in the children's room from day one. Thanks to special changing attachments, which are usually removable, a chest of drawers usually accompanies your child's life from infancy to adolescence.
Vintage, modern or boho - these styles are available when it comes to dressers
To ensure that chests of drawers and sideboards match your interior design, they are available in a variety of styles. The different designs include:
Country style
- Traditional, rustic pieces of furniture as well as antiques and flea market finds are characteristic
- The furniture is mostly in wood, beige or white tones
- Fabrics and walls are decorated with country house motifs, such as flowers or fruits in various pastel tones
- Natural materials such as wood, stone or linen are often used
- To create a cozy atmosphere, the lighting is soft and warm
Scandinavian style
- Similar to the country house style, natural materials such as wood, wool and leather are often used here
- To create more light and a spatial effect, light and neutral colors are preferred
- To ensure that the room appears unobtrusive but still stylish, emphasis is placed on simplicity and minimalism
- Clear lines and proportions in furniture and accessories ensure harmony and balance
- With a Scandinavian style, attention is not only paid to appearance, but also to functionality and comfort
- Cozy textiles and warm lighting are also used here to create an inviting and cozy atmosphere
- Decorative elements are usually based on nature, such as plants
- The use of vintage items further promotes individuality and gives a unique and personal style
Timelessly modern
- The timeless, modern furnishing style is characterized by clear lines and neutral colors
- The focus is on functionality, but without neglecting design
- Therefore, pieces of furniture with a minimalist design in white, black, gray or beige are usually preferred
- High-quality materials such as glass, steel and wood are used
- To further support the timelessness, there are hardly any patterns or textures to be found
- Individual art and design objects set accents in the rather simple rooms
- To increase comfort and convenience, technology is seamlessly integrated into the design
Industrial style
- The use of rough and robust materials such as metal, wood or leather is particularly characteristic
- The design is often angular and functional
- The colors are very muted and mostly tend to be gray, brown and black
- The rooms are often loft-like and open, with visible beams or pipes and cables
- Old industrial lights and factory equipment such as gears adorn the walls
- Otherwise, decorative elements in the industrial style are rather rare
- In general, this furnishing style is described as minimalist, functional and at the same time charmingly rustic
Tip: upcycling
Are you tired of looking at your old sideboard after many years? Often an old piece of furniture tells a story and represents memories, which often makes it difficult for us to part with it. To breathe new life into old dressers, you can upcycle them. In addition to the emotional value, this brings other advantages. Upcycling is an effective method to reduce waste and protect our environment. Especially now, in the digital age, environmental awareness is becoming more important and more important than ever. To breathe a breath of fresh air into your dressers, you can let your creativity run wild. There is no right or wrong here. It doesn't matter whether you just spruce up the fronts by re-foiling or painting them, or whether you replace entire parts. This not only reduces waste, but also protects your wallet, as upcycling chests of drawers is cheaper than buying a new model.
By upcycling a sideboard, you gain valuable experience and give the piece of furniture and your home a completely new, individual touch.
Conclusion
Dressers and sideboards are important and versatile pieces of furniture for your home. They are characterized by two aspects in particular. On the one hand, chests of drawers offer plenty of storage space and organizational options thanks to drawers, shelves and cupboard doors. On the other hand, they play a crucial role in the appearance and atmosphere of a room. If chests of drawers are white, they fit into almost any room concept. When choosing, pay attention not only to the external appearance, but also to the quality. If chests of drawers are cheap, this can also have an impact on the product’s lifespan. Due to the variety of different models, there is the perfect chest of drawers for every area of use, whether living area or office. They are also available in a wide variety of designs, so that the practical storage space wonders adapt to any room.