by Guest Writer Petite Ndiho

Your dresser is a very useful piece of furniture. It is an important piece of the bedroom and can actually make or break your bedroom. Many of us think of the dresser as just a huge piece that we use to dump everything from keys to coins, perfumes and things we are not using. Many people leave their cosmetics on their dressers for years, sometimes until they dry up, forgotten at the back of the pack.

A dresser should be beautiful but if you have to choose between looks and durability, go for durability. It’s possible to get both. Find out what you need before you buy or arrange your dresser.

Size:

If you have plenty of space, you can use a regular dresser which is about as high as your waist. However if you have less space to work with, you can go for a taller dresser that has enough drawer space but can also fit without looking like too much of a squeeze.

Material.

Wood is the most popular material and for a good reason. It is durable and strong. Solid oak, solid maple, pine are popular kinds of wood.

Wicker/basket is another popular material. It can be durable if well cared for, especially if enforced with wood. Wicker provides a lovely, lodge-like feel to a bedroom.

The drawers should be smooth, with no sticking-out splinters because these can tear and ruin clothes.

Positioning.

Ideally, the dresser should not block lighting or passageways in the bedroom. This is influenced largely by the size.

Arrangement:

Dresser-tops can quickly become cluttered and confusing. In order to prevent this, clean and arrange your dresser on a monthly basis. The dresser does not have to be boring. The usual items that are placed on dressers include jewelry, cosmetics, and grooming items. You can make it look more appealing by beautifully arranging photographs of people dear to you, and by using a jewelry-box which will save you from having to untangle chains and earrings each time you want to wear them. Use a cute but practical container for your coins.

Next: How to select a dresser mirror.

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