Shopping for a Dresser

When shopping for a dresser, there are a few factors to consider:

Budget: Choose what material you want, whether it is laminate, solid wood or wood with veneers. Choose whether you want a fully-assembled dresser or don’t mind purchasing a flat-pack dresser you assemble yourself. Choose the style and colour after you have all of the more practical considerations nailed down. As your dresser will be an important focal point to your room, it is important that the design and colour reflect your personal taste.

To find the perfect dresser with the features that are right for you, measure your space and assess your storage and organization needs.

Take measurements and decide where you'd like your dresser to go. Think about the scale of the dresser. You don't want one that is too big or too small, and you want to make sure it fits the style of the other pieces of furniture in the room.

Measure the width, height, and depth that your space can accommodate. If you're thinking of putting your dresser below a window, pay extra attention to the height. Make sure you have room to open and close the drawers easily, 10-12 inches should be sufficient. If you're thinking of tucking the dresser behind a door or in a corner, check the swing of your closet and bedroom doors to make sure you have enough clearance

If you have young children, you might want to look for safety features such as tip-proof dressers. This important safety feature is offered on all our Simmonds Bedroom sets.

To protect your clothing, our Simmons Sets offer felt lined drawers and dust proof bottom drawers.

Jewelry and other small accessories are a good fit for smaller drawers, while bulkier items like sweaters will be best in deeper, larger drawers. If you're looking to store a combination of items, consider a dresser with different sized drawers.

Now you are ready to start shopping! Stop by Surplus Furniture and let us help you find your Dream Dresser!