Chests of drawers with changing table

With the birth of a child in the family, the nursery becomes the most significant of all the rooms in the house. When it is arranged cozy and comfortable, the amount of worries and worries about the baby decreases. Among the necessary furniture for a nursery, a special place is occupied by such an item as a chest of drawers with a changing table.

When it comes to the need to purchase a changing chest of drawers, the parents of the baby try to take into account all its advantages and disadvantages.

The pluses include the following points:

• The changing chest of drawers allows you to place your baby on a solid, flat surface, which is useful for a fragile spine and has a beneficial effect on the formation of posture.
• On the dresser, it is convenient for babies to rinse their eyes, trim their nails, change diapers, conduct air baths and do massage. Also, a chest of drawers will come in handy when visiting a doctor, when you need to comfortably position the baby for examination.
• Such a chest of drawers has bumpers that protect the baby from falling.
• The swaddling table top of such a chest of drawers is securely fixed, it will not "go" at the moment when the restless baby starts spinning, turning over or crawling.

• The design features of some dressers make it possible to use them for bathing babies. These are the chests of drawers with a built-in bath, the price tag for which is very slightly higher than the cost of simple models.
• The height of the chest is especially useful for those women in labor who have had a caesarean section or difficult labor and who are not advised to sit down or bend over.
• A changing chest of drawers will be useful for a family not only for the infant's life of a child, but also much longer, since after dismantling the changing surface it will turn into an ordinary comfortable chest of drawers.

The disadvantages of such a piece of furniture are primarily due to the not very high quality of some models.

In customer reviews, you can find the following points:

• Some chests of drawers, especially models made of chipboard, are not very stable and may tilt forward at the moment when the mother is leaning on the changing surface;
• Some models have raw edges of the changing table, which can injure the child;
• When the changing board is open, it is impossible to use the upper drawer;
• The changing chest of drawers built into the transforming bed is small and has a small swaddle size, which is suitable only for very young children.

Taking into account the requests of different categories of buyers, domestic and foreign manufacturers offer several types of dressers with a changing table.

For those who prefer the classic variation, there is a chest of drawers with a removable changing table and built-in drawers, the number of which varies from three to five, depending on the size. Such a design can have a folding tabletop, fenced with bumpers on the sides and providing for the location of the baby facing the mother.

Or the countertop has bumpers located parallel to the back wall of the chest of drawers and its facade.On such a changing table, the baby is laid sideways to the mother, which can be especially convenient when carrying out hygiene procedures.

In some models, the top drawer of the chest of drawers can be replaced with two small-sized freestanding drawers, which is convenient for storing various little things. Sometimes the top drawers may be completely absent and shelves take their place. Such a chest of drawers with shelves at the top will be convenient for storing baby cosmetics and various cutlery items.

An interesting find is the arrangement of a built-in bathtub in the design of the changing chest of drawers, designed for bathing the smallest children. It is most preferable to equip such a bath with an anatomical slide, on which the child is located in the safest way. To facilitate the removal of water from the bath, a drainage system is usually provided, and the materials from which the construction of such a chest of drawers is made must have a reinforced coating with protective varnishes and enamels to prevent the wood from swelling.

An oval changing chest of drawers, which is compactly installed in the corner of the room, without taking up much space, may seem unusual for a domestic buyer. Due to its shape, such a chest of drawers provides a very comfortable changing surface, while eliminating any risk of the table top tilting.

A corner chest of drawers can be a complex design structure, reminiscent of two bedside tables, covered with a single table top and equipped with bumpers. The advantage of such a chest of drawers is that thanks to it, it is also possible to save useful space in the room by using the so-called "blind" corner zone.

Changing dressers built into a transforming bed are also popular. In cases where such a transformer is purchased, the parents provide a sleeping place that the child can use for several years. At the same time, the chest of drawers has a removable tabletop-changing unit, several drawers and will serve as a place for storing children's things for the entire period of using the bed.

Special mention should be made of the presence of wheels in the design of the changing chest of drawers. The best option is a self-centering wheelbase equipped with stops for maximum stability.

A chest of drawers with a changing table should be bought with a margin, or, as they say, “for growth”, because the baby must fit completely on the surface of the changing case, in no case should his legs hang down, which can lead to injuries.

The standard length of the changing table for babies up to six months is 70 cm, for babies under one year old the recommended length is 100 cm.The width of the free changing surface for changing should be at least 44 cm.The standard height of the guardrails should be at least 15.5 cm.

Most changing chests of drawers are equipped with a fold-down changing surface that is conveniently sized. The width of such a diaper starts from 66 cm and can reach 77 cm, the length varies from 70 cm to 96 cm. On the sides, the changing boards are fenced with bumpers having a height of 15 cm to 17 cm.

Some models do not have such a folding board, but the location of the sides along the back wall and the facade implies laying the baby sideways to the mother. This method is the most common in European countries and, for the most part, such swaddlers are present in models of chests of drawers made in Italy and Slovenia.

The changing surfaces of the chests of drawers, which are part of the transforming bed, have a maximum size within 61 cm - 66 cm, which is due to the small dimensions of the built-in chests of drawers themselves.

When it comes to the height of such a piece of furniture, there is a recommended size, which ranges from 95 cm to 100 cm. Within this height, every woman will be able to choose a comfortable back position for her, which does not allow clamps and tension.

Some manufacturers, for example, the Ikea brand, have developed a whole line of changing chests of drawers that differ in height within a few centimeters, other brands adhere to their own height standards:

• Among the dressers Ikea you can find a model with a height of 102 cm, or, taking into account individual characteristics, choose a chest of drawers ranging from 99 to 108 cm.
• Brands such as "Fairy", "Lel", "Antel", "Almaz-Furniture", "Island of Comfort", Micuna offer changing dressers with heights from 88 cm to 92 cm, comfortable for women of not very tall stature.

• "Gandilyan" and "Aton Mebel" produce chests of drawers with a height of 94-98 cm.
• Famous Italian brand Feretti offers a height of 102 cm.
• A little higher chests of drawers from the factory "Mozhga (Krasnaya Zarya)" and the German brand Leander, their height varies between 104cm-106cm.
• The most "growth" in the domestic market are dressers of brands Sweet Baby, Ikea, and SKV-Company, the height of which is 108 cm.

As for the depth of various models of chests of drawers with a changing table, most domestic and foreign manufacturers offer fairly narrow rectangular designs. The maximum depth can reach 52 cm, and the minimum 44 cm, although there are exceptions. The Fiorellino Slovenia chest of drawers is 74 cm deep. Corner chests of drawers also have significant depths, for example the Leander oval chest of drawers with a depth of 72 cm.

Due to the fact that buyers need both budget models of dressers and luxury products, they are made of various materials:

• Chipboard, which is a pressed wood material (shavings and sawdust) treated with various adhesives. Depending on the presence of formaldehyde, volatile resins and phenol in the glue, we can talk about the harmfulness or harmlessness of this material. According to Russian GOST, the formaldehyde content rate is 10 mg per 100 g, which corresponds to class E-1 in the hygienic certificate.
• MDF produced from wood dust and small sawdust by pressing. Lignin, which is produced from wood, is used as an adhesive. Therefore, MDF is an environmentally friendly material.

• Solid wood, which is represented by varieties such as:

1. Pine: an inexpensive, fairly soft and loose tree variety with a high content of antibacterial substances (phytoncides);
2. Birch: a very durable and tough material with a subtle and pleasant scent;
3. Beech: a luxury wood grade due to its strength, durability and beautiful surface pattern.

For a children's room, you can purchase both practical dark models of chests of drawers with a changing surface, and bright and colorful products that please the eye. Light varieties look especially noble: white, white-pink, gray-white and white-blue colors.

Primary colors:

• Wenge, which can also be called chocolate;
• Ivory or beige;
• Mahogany, which has a dark reddish brown hue;
• Cherry, which has a light brown color;
• Walnut or milanese nut;
• White night, which is light gray;
• Natural wood color being light brown;
• Bianko (white);
• Avorio (beige);
• Noce (dark brown)

Many dressers are decorated with appliqués, drawings and photo prints depicting various animals or butterflies.

The most notable on the domestic market are changing dressers from the following manufacturers:

Chests of this brand are made of chipboard and equipped with a folding changing board. They do not have legs and wheels, they are equipped with drawers, the number of which varies from four to five. The design is classic, without any memorable details. You can buy a Fairy chest of drawers for an amount in the range of 3,000-4,000 rubles.

The material for the products of this manufacturer is either chipboard or chipboard in combination with MDF on the facade, which in this case has an attractive paneled pattern. Folding changing board, four or five drawers, depending on the model. Most models do not have wheels, but the Orion modification has them. Some drawers have a silent closing mechanism. The cost varies from 3,000 rubles to 5,000 rubles.

It produces chests of drawers, the base of which is made of MDF, and the facade and changing surface are made of solid beech. There are also fully wooden models. Products usually have 4 drawers, a folding-type changing board, some are equipped with wheels, but there are chests of drawers both on legs and on a monolithic base. Such dressers cost from 12,000 rubles to 18,000 rubles.

You can purchase from this manufacturer:

• Budget models from chipboard, which will cost around 5,000 rubles;
• MDF products within 10,000 rubles;
• From a combination of MDF and solid birch, with a price tag of 13,000 rubles;
• Made of solid natural wood, the cost of which can vary from 10,000 rubles to 20,000 rubles.

This manufacturer combines chipboard with solid beech and MDF board. Products can vary significantly in cost, from 10,300 rubles to 20,000 rubles. It is worth noting the presence of numerous additional options, for example, the increased depth of the chests of drawers, the presence of legs or castors, the silent closing of drawers equipped with stoppers against complete loss, as well as a spectacular design.

These chests of drawers have a full production cycle in Italy. The material is either solid beech or a combination with MDF. All products of this brand have a built-in anatomical bath, a shelf for hygienic supplies, wheels with a silicone coating, a system of silent to-close drawers and protection against their falling out.

When choosing furniture for newborns, parents first of all think about the functionality and quality of products, trying to find a balance of quality and an acceptable price tag.

In addition to the material, the presence of additional options, such as, for example, silent closing of boxes, affects the formation of the price of a particular model. Constructive features such as castors or feet also increase the price tag, as does the eye-catching design of the façade.

The most practical in the process of operation, judging by customer reviews, are models from solid wood and MDF. Beech and solid birch are especially durable. Pine chests of drawers have impact marks. Chipboard delaminates if the cuts are not covered with laminate or film edges. Also, products made of low-quality chipboard can emit an unpleasant saturated odor, which indicates the presence of formaldehyde in the composition.

Since many factories produce models from the same type of materials, the cost of which also turns out to be similar, it is advisable to consider as many samples as possible, check their stability, pull out and fix drawers, estimate the height and dimensions.

Many models are equipped with additional pleasant options, for example, door closers, which are also worth checking in practice.Therefore, you still cannot do without visiting a furniture store. But, having familiarized yourself with the model you like in detail, you can buy it in the online store, especially if you guess at a sale or get under the influence of discounts.

The children's room can be decorated in different styles, but lately, most parents prefer classic pastel decor, creating a feeling of airiness, comfort and reminiscent of a miracle. A children's chest of drawers with a changing table of light blue, soft cream or pink will fit very well into such a magical interior.

You can install a white convertible bed, equipped with a built-in laundry box and changing chest of drawers, in a children's room with blue and white walls. At the same time, it is desirable that the rest of the furniture is also made in white, which will create a harmonious composition and help to ensure a pacifying mood. Pleasant shades of natural wood, which will provide the wooden floor painted with light brown translucent enamel, will add a touch of variety and charm, emphasizing the traditional rustic style in the design.

For those who are a supporter of practicality, we can offer to equip a children's room in a classic style using furniture in dark colors. The baby cot, changing chest and traditional storage chest can be made of walnut or cherry wood. This color presentation is fully justified in terms of functionality, since dark furniture does not require additional attention and cleaning. Moreover, depending on the shades of the floor, the decoration of the walls with the use of drawings or appliqués with cute sheep, such a color scheme can look quite cute and playful.

You will learn more about how to choose a chest of drawers with a changing table in the following video.