Why a High-Quality Dresser is Worth the Money

Dressers have staying power. If you invest in a good modern dresser, you’ll be able to use it for decades. Yes, decades! But like anything else for your home, there are lots of dresser styles to choose from, a broad range of quality to navigate and frankly, some mystery around why some dressers are $250 and others are $2500. Today we’re pulling back the curtain to explain what goes into making a high-quality dresser and why it’s a good plan to spend more—and get more. 

What Goes Into a High-quality Dresser?

Two things define a fine piece of furniture: materials and craftsmanship. The quality of the wood and hardware play a big part in the overall quality—and cost—of a dresser. Our woods have names you’ll recognize from the trees in your yard: walnut, cherry, maple and ash.

Hardware Made Easy

Hardware, including hidden elements such as drawer glides, makes a big difference in how well a dresser holds up over the years. Our ball-bearing glides are designed to roll smoothly through daily use, unlike plastic or thin metal glides that can crack or warp over time. 

The Art of Dresser-making

When it comes to choosing between an artisan-crafted wood dresser and a flat-pack version you need to assemble, the difference is night and day. Flat-pack furniture is made to save space for shipping, using hardware, materials and joinery that are less durable. That’s why you don’t see vintage flat-pack furniture. Note that not all fully assembled furniture is of high quality; some companies simply pre-assemble flat-pack furniture then send it to you.

We take a different approach. Experienced woodworkers in the U.S. build all our dressers from scratch. They use top-notch materials, time-tested handcraft techniques and the latest technology to ensure durability and reliability. High-quality wood, first-rate hardware and strong joinery goes into every design.

Bottom line: craftsmanship is the difference between a dresser meant to last a few years versus a lifetime. 

What Should I Look For in a Dresser’s Design?

In addition to the quality of the materials and craftsmanship, we think the design is an important part of a dresser’s longevity. Our dressers have clean lines and a modern-but-classic look. This means they’ll easily blend with your personal style even as your tastes change and design trends come and go. Simplicity always looks good. 

Lastly, consider the piece’s size. Most dressers tuck into a bedroom, but they can also play nicely at the end of a hallway for linen storage or in an entryway to stash hats and gloves. We offer a wide range of dresser sizes so you can choose one that works for the proportions of your room and how much storage you need. A 50–70″ wide dresser is usually ideal for a bedroom, while a 30–40″ wide option is perfect for a hallway, entryway or even as a nightstand.  

Investing in a well-made piece means, in the long run, you also have the flexibility to use it anywhere in the house. Materials can help with placement as well: a stone-top dresser looks lovely as extra storage in an eat-in kitchen or dining room, while a dresser with doors fits right into a living room holding games, books and throw blankets.

As an extra bonus, our dressers are delivered to your home ready to use, no assembly required. Our friendly delivery team will place your dresser in your room and take all the packaging away with them.

Need a little more help deciding on a dresser? Experts are ready to offer advice via our free design services.