White dresser in the bedroom

Chests of drawers came into use in the 18th century, becoming indispensable for storing things. In modern times, they are trying to supplant wardrobes and wardrobes, but they are still relevant. Putting a white dresser in the bedroom, you can not only simplify your life with comfortable furniture, but also please the fashion. This color is one of the most popular in interior design.

A chest of drawers is a piece of furniture for storing clothes, linen and other things. Drawers are a distinctive feature of its design. Some people prefer to give up dressers, since they need to allocate a lot of space in the room. However, they have many advantages and are therefore still popular.

It is convenient to store bed linen in closed drawers, which will not wrinkle, become covered with dust and interfere in the wardrobe. In addition, the departments can be equipped with additional partitions or shelves for jewelry, cosmetics, ties, and underwear. With the help of this piece of furniture, it is convenient to store every thing in its place.

The chest of drawers allows you to save space, as it is able to replace some other furniture... You can put a TV or stereo on it. By hanging a mirror over it, you can create a comfortable place to tidy up and apply makeup. If a child has recently appeared in the family, then the surface of the chest of drawers is suitable as a changing table.

The chest of drawers plays not only a functional role, but also a decorative one. There are many models available in different styles - just like with other furniture. The design is varied through processing - for example, covering the surface with gloss.

There are several main types of dressers:

• model with a classic design with drawers;
• a chest of drawers with doors opening to the sides, revealing a view of the shelves;
• combined, combining drawers, sliding doors or open shelves;
• dresser-table, in the design of which there is a workplace;
• chest of drawers, part of which is reserved for small drawers;
• for linen, with one large compartment for pillows and blankets.

The most common materials are MDF and chipboard, since such models have an affordable cost. Higher prices are for those items that are made of natural wood. Additional details and decoration can be made of metal, glass, leather.

Chest of drawers models also differ in size:

• Low ones are those whose height does not exceed 100 cm.The standard size is 130 cm.
• The average width is 100 cm.
• There are narrow models (up to 100 cm) and long ones (up to 200 cm).

Conventionally, the models of dressers can be divided depending on the style in which they are made. This is influenced by the general design, the way of finishing, decor. For example, strict lines and the absence of decorations are a sign of the minimalism direction, and the glossy surface is high-tech. Classic chests of drawers can have beautiful carved legs or gold finish. In the Scandinavian style, furniture is most often wooden and covered with white paint, and in Provence, antique processing is often found.

In general, different techniques can be used for decoration and decoration: carving, drawing, inlaying with stones or crystals for especially expensive models. The white base is often diluted with other colors: beige, brown, blue, gold, gray. One of the ways to make this chest of drawers more interesting is to use unusual details, including vintage ones (for example, handles).

The dresser allows you to visually correct the proportions of the bedroom. If the ceilings are low, then you should put a high, but narrow model. If there is an empty corner and space, the chest of drawers should be placed there. So the interior will look complete, without failures.

Often a mirror is hung over the chest of drawers, which requires careful thought. Mirrored surfaces in design draw attention to themselves and can spoil the proportions. It is important to put a chest of drawers with a mirror so that the doorway does not reflect in it.

The estimated space under the chest of drawers should be measured, not forgetting the distance in front of it. It should be borne in mind that the drawers will be pulled out, which means that there should be empty space.

Not only the dresser itself can adjust the space, but also its color. Visually, white furniture can make a room more spacious, comfortable and bright. This is especially useful in bedrooms where there is little natural light or a rather monotonous setting.

A white chest of drawers looks best in a room decorated in light shades of white and beige. All objects and furnishings will complement each other, smoothly moving from one element to another. However, it is also customary in design to play on contrasts, so white furniture can be placed in a bedroom of any other color. The main thing is that there should be no more than four dominant shades, so that all objects match each other in style.

When buying a chest of drawers, attention should be paid to checking the drawers and the functioning of their sliding mechanisms. They should not jam, make noise and open abruptly. The best option for a bedroom, where an atmosphere of tranquility is so important, would be the presence of a door closer, then the doors and drawers will close smoothly. In addition, there should be no gaps in the furniture design, all parts should fit snugly together.

In the bedroom, which most often has a large bed and a wardrobe, you should choose a medium-sized chest of drawers. In very small rooms, you can limit yourself to a narrow model with a large number of drawers.

Next, see the video review of a white chest of drawers from the famous Ikea brand.