The bedroom is the place where most personal belongings are stored, so it is so important to choose the right chest of drawers in size and design. A mandatory element of the bedroom is also a mirror, the presence of which allows you to quickly get ready without going into the hallway or bathroom. To save space, a great option would be to combine a mirror and a chest of drawers.
A set of furniture for bedrooms often includes a chest of drawers with a mirror - a piece of furniture whose name means “comfortable” in French.
Dressing table with mirror in classic style
Having your own corner in the bedroom is of paramount importance for a woman. The most convenient place to put on makeup, get your hair done or get your nails done is at the dressing table.
Today, many people choose a chest of drawers with a mirror for their bedroom.
In the classic version of the design, the piece of furniture looks like a compact tabletop on four legs, combined with a mirror. A soft ottoman is usually selected for the table.
The first chest of drawers similar to the modern one appeared somewhere in the 17th century.
Such a chest of drawers with a mirror for the bedroom does not take up much space, but you can only store small things in it: perfume, cosmetics, jewelry. For this purpose, small table drawers or shelves near the mirror are used - it depends on the design features of the product. Inside the table, sections can be delimited into small zones for convenience when folding accessories inside.
This type of furniture accompanies a person, and the most popular “place of its habitat” is the bedroom.
Filling
Dressing table cabinet in the hallway.
A chest of drawers in the hallway is not just a beautiful piece of furniture, but also a convenient option for storing accessories, shoes, gadgets, and glossy magazines. Each model contains different types of content, since the individuality of the interior is expressed in small details, details and quality. There are several storage levels to choose from inside the chest of drawers:
1. In the upper part with a mirror there are:
- Shelves for telephones, perfumes, combs, hair dryers;
- Cosmetics, medicines, threads;
2.At the bottom of the chest of drawers:
- Sections for men's ties or scarves, compartments for belts;
- Shelves for documents, small books, magazines;
- Drawers for mittens, gloves, mufflers or stoles. It will be convenient to store accessories in a box divided into separate cells;
- Deep vertical shelves for house shoes and bath slippers.
Decoration of the hallway and arrangement of furniture.
To decide and choose the filling for your chest of drawers, make a rough list of everything you plan to place in it.
It is believed that the chest of drawers, as a piece of furniture, arose during the times of enlightenment, when artisans began to make elegant furniture of bizarre shapes for the nobility. Centuries have passed, but this piece of furniture remains indispensable in the everyday life of any contemporary.
Chest of drawers with lighting for the bedroom
A chest of drawers with a mirror and lighting for the bedroom is an original solution for those who do not agree to purchase additional night lights. Dim light can also be a good help in the evening when you don’t want to turn on the main lamp.
The chest of drawers is very compact and will not take up much space in the room and will not “overload” it with furniture.
Modern versions of chests of drawers are equipped with lighting installed in an open niche, on top of desk drawers or around the chest of drawers. But in models with mirrors, lighting can be placed around the mirror in the form of lamps.
Modern manufacturers offer customers chests of drawers with a mirror to suit every taste.
Additional information: Illuminated mirrors are also called makeup mirrors, because... Most often they are used by girls and women for evening gatherings.
A mirror installed on it will help make the room brighter and visually enlarge it.
How does a dresser mirror work?
The mirror is the main part of a chest of drawers for the bedroom, and two main types can be distinguished: with a regular (monolithic design) and a folding mirror. In the first case, chests of drawers often look bulky, and besides, you can sit next to such a chest of drawers sideways or at some distance, since there is no free space for your feet under the tabletop. In the second case, a mirror can appear, for example, when the top drawer is pulled out, which is convenient and significantly saves space, in addition. Such designs are equipped with reinforced guides, so you can safely lean on the box.
Shapes and sizes of mirrors
As for the mirrors themselves, they can have different shapes and sizes, and the choice depends on the size of the bedroom and design features. For example, a large mirror on a light chest of drawers will create a unique atmosphere of luxury. In addition, this can visually increase the area of the room. Some models may have a full-length mirror on the side; there are also neat dresser-tables with a miniature round or rectangular mirror. As for the sizes, everything depends on the specific wishes of the person and his preferences, and the product can take on any shape - from classic to the most unusual.
Types of mirror frames
An integral part of any chest of drawers mirror is the frame, for the manufacture of which manufacturers use various materials, both classic ones - wood and plastic, and the most unusual ones. This could be, for example, stucco molding that is fashionable today or a mirror mosaic glued around the perimeter of the mirror. Frames made in eco-style look ideal, and for the manufacture of such structures, environmentally friendly, natural materials are used, including real “exotics”.
Special attention should be paid to designer frames, where natural stone, paper and other materials can be used as a frame, but most of them are not suitable for installation on a chest of drawers. Here everything should be harmonious and correspond to a single design style, which means that the material from which the main structure is made plays a big role.
Types of mirrors
No matter how original the frame is, much depends on the quality and appearance of the mirror itself, and they are presented in a wide variety of shapes and types. In addition to classic models, artificially aged structures are in high demand. By the way, not everyone can look at their image in such a mirror, since it contains a large admixture of lead, and there is no need to talk about the benefits of this heavy metal. For lovers of antiquity, there is a good offer in the form of an artificial mirror, whose surface is rubbed with acid that is harmless to health.
To improve visual perception, internal illumination of the mirror surface is often used, which creates an unusual effect, since the light that is created by the same mirror is reflected. This design can visually enlarge the space, making it indispensable for small rooms. Among the numerous types of reflective surfaces, multipart surfaces consisting of several fragments deserve attention, but dresser manufacturers do not often use such designs. It is up to you to decide which mirrors are best, the main thing is that the chest of drawers can fit perfectly into the interior design and does not stand out from the overall picture.
Choosing a color for the bedroom
In order for a new interior detail to harmonize with the existing one, it is worth deciding on its color. Tables are rarely made in a catchy palette for an adult room. The most common colors are:
- beige;
- white;
- brown;
- black.
The price range is also wide, which allows everyone to choose exactly what they need.
These are the classic colors found in most chests of drawers. To choose the right shade, you need to rely on the palette of the walls and other pieces of furniture in the bedroom. For light wallpapers, a dark option is suitable, for dark or gray wallpapers - a light one.
In terms of their dimensions, chests of drawers can be narrow and wide, low and high, long and short.
Note! Today, chests of drawers are often made in double colors, which avoids “overloading” the room with a single shade. For a modern design, a model with a black body and white drawers is perfect.
A chest of drawers with a mirror will serve as an excellent alternative to a dressing table and at the same time a place for storing things.
Variety of shapes and designs
The design features of a future purchase primarily depend on the layout of the bedroom. The second criterion is the design of the room. Paying attention to the photo of chests of drawers in the room, you can consider several basic shapes.
With the right choice, it will highlight the stylish design and add ergonomics to the space of the bedroom.
Corner
A compact and beautiful chest of drawers that can economically fit into the bedroom space. Models come in two types: several rows of drawers, combined in the middle with a compartment with a door, or one row with shelves on the sides. Corner furniture looks unusual and always has a variety of compartments for storing different types of things.
The best option for small bedrooms is a corner chest of drawers, as it allows you to use the room space most economically.
Radial
They are oval in shape if you look at the product from above. The main advantage of these models is the absence of sharp corners. This saves space and also reduces the risk of injury if there are small children in the family. The similarity in design with corner chests of drawers lies in the presence of compartments with doors at the edges.
Radius - products with ellipsoidal or semicircular shapes.
Rectangular
In size, rectangular chests of drawers may be inferior to the previous options, because... Their main property is capacity. A strict shape is suitable for a minimalist bedroom design. These products usually consist of 3-4 large compartments or include open niches, additional mini-racks, or shelves.
The dimensions of all boxes can be the same.
Facade material
A beautiful chest of drawers as part of the entire interior is a good purchase for the home. The furniture frame is made of laminated chipboard. The front side of the furniture is called the facade, on which not only the appearance, but also the service life depends.
Chest of drawers made of MDF with a hanging mirror.
Dresser fronts are available in the following types:
- Wood, as a natural material, is used less and less due to the cost of raw materials. As a rule, wooden models are made from valuable species for expensive classic sets. The wood is coated with special impregnations so that it is not affected by moisture, dust, or detergents. Thanks to impregnation, the facades are obtained in noble tones that decorate dignified interiors;
- Fiberboard and laminated chipboard panels are a slab made from waste from the wood processing industry; in other words, shavings of different calibers are combined into a monolith using a special polymer. This material is relatively inexpensive and is laminated with a film that replicates the texture of soft wood or designer colors;
- Lacquered MDF is much more often used for hallway furniture due to its glossy surface that does not retain water, dirt, or dust;
- Plastic is not in widespread demand, although budget models of chests of drawers are made from this material. Quite often, such facades can imitate bamboo mats, wicker rods, even textiles. The advantage is that plastic chests of drawers are mobile and easy to clean;
- Leather, as a façade decoration, is used for styles close to country, colonial, and loft. Leather can be natural or artificial. Sometimes the leather is embossed in the form of letters, loose texture, or floral patterns.
Wooden chest of drawers in a classic style for the hallway.
Types of chests of drawers by purpose
According to the purpose of use, chests of drawers are divided into products for the kitchen, hallway, office, etc. But the purpose also depends on the type of things that will be stored inside.
Wood products are environmentally friendly, beautiful and durable.
There are several options here:
- Clothes and underwear. In this case, standard rectangular furniture with a simple design and deep drawers is suitable.
- Jewelry and accessories. For small items, the product should have small bedside tables - often the upper compartment is divided into several smaller ones.
- Souvenirs and photographs. Bedroom chests of drawers show that open shelves and niches can be used to store memorable items.
They can serve for several decades without ceasing to be aesthetic and functional.
Thus, the design of the furniture depends entirely on what will be stored inside the departments. You need to think carefully about this before purchasing.
High-quality slab products can be of different colors and textures.
Advantages and disadvantages
Modern models are so different that it is simply impossible to find cons. Let's take a closer look at the advantages to make it easier to choose.
Chest of drawers for things and shoes in the hallway.
The positive qualities of a chest of drawers are:
- The presence of drawers in which you can place numerous small items: mittens, gloves, belts and belts, as well as the child’s toys (only those that are often taken outside to play). These little things, being in plain sight, spoil the interior, making it careless. But they are convenient and easy to store in a chest of drawers and take out when necessary;
- The additional horizontal space of the chest of drawers will allow you to place combs, a hairdryer, and put a vase of flowers on holidays. Some owners keep watches on the chest of drawers, leave mobile phones, keys, and smartphone chargers;
- The large mirror, of course, is not full-length. Special lighting is installed around the perimeter to apply makeup or style hair.
Wooden chest of drawers with mirror for the hallway.
Choosing a chest of drawers
When choosing the dimensions of a chest of drawers, it is worth considering its main parameters:
- height;
- width;
- depth.
Manufacturers often combine various materials to improve the quality characteristics of furniture.
If you plan to buy furniture with a mirror, you won’t be able to purchase a tall model. Therefore, you should rely on the remaining two parameters. The standard length for a chest of drawers is 1 m, and the width is 0.5 m. Models with larger dimensions are called oversized. Very compact products have parameters of 0.5x0.25 meters, but this option is not always suitable for the bedroom.
You can install a chest of drawers with a mirror in any bedroom.
Important! You can avoid making a mistake with your choice by laying newspapers on the place where you plan to install the piece of furniture. If the paper does not interfere with the passage, the chest of drawers will fit freely into the interior.
It should stand next to the sleeping place, but not block the entrance.
Rules for placing chests of drawers
Designers advise installing a chest of drawers next to the bed so that personal items are always accessible. If there are 2 beds in the bedroom, you can put the furniture in the middle so that both residents can use it. Another location option could be the wall opposite the sleeping place. This solution is successful if one of the walls is cluttered with furniture.
Do not place it too close to other furniture so as not to interfere with the opening of the drawers.
Additional information: Be careful when handling dark furniture, which should not be moved too close together. Otherwise, the room will become too gloomy and visually small.
The installation location is determined in advance, and the chest of drawers is selected specifically for it.
What can you put on the chest of drawers?
In the photo of modern chests of drawers for the bedroom, it is easy to notice that the surface of the piece of furniture is always occupied by pleasant little things. This is done in order to make the room more comfortable and add beauty to the strict design lines. Several options for what can be marked on the chest of drawers:
- photographs of loved ones;
- decorated watches;
- boxes or figurines;
- souvenirs from the sea;
- cosmetical tools;
- lamp.
In order for a chest of drawers to live up to its name and serve its owners for decades, it must be chosen correctly.
It is better to store cosmetics in specially designated compartments. But if quick and constant access is needed, the surface of the chest of drawers can become a good functional area. If you don’t plan to use this part, you can decorate it at your own discretion.
It is important that the selected product matches the overall design of the room.
Thus, a chest of drawers can not only become practically useful, but also turn into bedroom decor. And the presence of a mirror will visually expand the space, making the bedroom more functional.
Most often they are included in bedroom sets, but there are also separate options.
