Choosing the right chest of drawers

Start with the wall. For most bedrooms, a chest between 80 and 120cm wide and 85 to 95cm tall sits comfortably beneath a mirror, while a depth of 40 to 50cm keeps it clear of walkways. Allow around 50cm in front so the drawers open fully without catching the bed or a door. For a narrow wall or a smaller room, a taller chest or tallboy makes the most of the space, while a wider, lower design gives a generous surface for styling.

Solid wood, pine and rattan

Oak and limewashed oak bring warmth and visible grain, from rich natural tones to soft, pale French country finishes. Bayur wood has a fine, even grain in a warm tone between light oak and pale walnut. Reclaimed and weathered pine offers a relaxed, lived in character that suits farmhouse and cottage bedrooms, and rattan adds light, natural texture for coastal schemes. As natural materials, grain and tone vary from piece to piece, so every chest has its own character.

Styling a chest of drawers

Treat the top as a styling surface. A lamp from our lighting collection, a mirror from our mirrors collection hung 15 to 25cm above, and a small vase or tray pull the look together. A wider, lower chest doubles beautifully as a dressing table. For a calm, coordinated bedroom, pair your chest with matching pieces from our bedside tables collection in the same wood and finish.

Delivery and finance

Our chests of drawers are delivered within 14 working days, and 0% interest-free finance is available at checkout, so you can spread the cost of a piece you will live with every day. Our price match promise applies across the collection. If you have a question about sizes, finishes or which chest will suit your room, our team is always happy to help.