{"id":21243,"date":"2023-03-16T10:30:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-16T14:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/?p=21243"},"modified":"2025-04-10T11:45:21","modified_gmt":"2025-04-10T15:45:21","slug":"dresser-vs-chest-of-drawers-whats-the-difference","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/dresser-vs-chest-of-drawers-whats-the-difference\/","title":{"rendered":"Dresser vs. Chest of Drawers: What&#8217;s the Difference?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Both types of bedroom storage contain multiple drawers. A chest of drawers is tall and more narrow while a dresser is shorter and wider, taking up more floor space. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Two popular furniture items for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/Bedroom-Storage\/cat\/747\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bedroom storage<\/a> have always been the dresser and the chest of drawers. Either one will do for keeping clothes in, right? Is there truly a difference? Is one a better option than the other? While the terms dresser and chest of drawers are often used interchangeably, there\u2019s a bit more to the dresser vs. chest of drawers argument. Here\u2019s how they differ and what makes each appealing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><nav><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#faq-question-1742735000755\">What is a Dresser?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#faq-question-1742737286525\">How Are Drawers Setup on a Dresser?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#faq-question-1742736602797\">What is a Chest of Drawers?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#faq-question-1742737096858\">Can I Have a Dresser and a Chest of Drawers in My Bedroom Set?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-faq-block\"><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">What is a Dresser?<\/h3><div class=\"rank-math-answer\">A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/Amish-Dressers\/cat\/216\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">dresser<\/a> is a large set of drawers. You\u2019ll need space in the bedroom for a dresser. A dresser is short, deep, and long. The standard height of a dresser is 35\u201d with some standing taller than that. They can be as deep as two feet to create adequate room for bulky items. \u00a0Dresser lengths can range from 30\u201d to 70\u201d, and with measurements like these, the dresser requires some room.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">How Are Drawers Setup on a Dresser?<\/h3><div class=\"rank-math-answer\">Dressers offer storage drawers, with two to four long drawers and two to three rows of shorter drawers, or a combination of shorter and longer drawers, depending on the style and design. Dresser drawers can range in number from four up to nine with different combinations in between. Dressers are more often used for clothing. Being waist high, they\u2019re ideal as dressing tables too.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/Amish-Great-Miami-Hardwood-7-Drawer-Dresser\/p\/71839\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Great-Miami-Seven-Drawer-Dresser-with-Optional-Mirror-.jpg\" alt=\"Amish Great Miami Seven Drawer Dresser with Optional Mirror\" class=\"wp-image-21249\" style=\"width:500px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Great-Miami-Seven-Drawer-Dresser-with-Optional-Mirror-.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Great-Miami-Seven-Drawer-Dresser-with-Optional-Mirror--300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Great-Miami-Seven-Drawer-Dresser-with-Optional-Mirror--150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Great-Miami-Seven-Drawer-Dresser-with-Optional-Mirror--768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Great-Miami-Seven-Drawer-Dresser-with-Optional-Mirror--750x750.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Great-Miami-Seven-Drawer-Dresser-with-Optional-Mirror--190x190.jpg 190w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/Amish-Great-Miami-Hardwood-7-Drawer-Dresser\/p\/71839\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Amish Great Miami Seven Drawer Dresser with Optional Mirror<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The fact that dressers are short creates added benefits. The surface of the dresser not being too high allows for the user to host items like jewelry boxes, hair brushes, combs, make-up cases, and perfumes on top where they can be easily reached. There\u2019s room to position a<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/Amish-Mirrors\/cat\/185\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> mirror <\/a>over a dresser to create a nice spot to get ready and view your appearance before heading out. For those who like a TV in the bedroom, a dresser\u2019s height allows it to serve as the perfect host for the television. A dresser\u2019s dimensions help to create an area to display d\u00e9cor and photos as well.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/Amish-Galena-Solid-Wood-9-Drawer-Dresser\/p\/71847\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Galena-Nine-Drawer-Dresser-with-Optional-Mirror-.jpg\" alt=\"Amish Galena Nine Drawer Dresser with Optional Mirror\" class=\"wp-image-21251\" style=\"width:500px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Galena-Nine-Drawer-Dresser-with-Optional-Mirror-.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Galena-Nine-Drawer-Dresser-with-Optional-Mirror--300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Galena-Nine-Drawer-Dresser-with-Optional-Mirror--150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Galena-Nine-Drawer-Dresser-with-Optional-Mirror--768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Galena-Nine-Drawer-Dresser-with-Optional-Mirror--750x750.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Galena-Nine-Drawer-Dresser-with-Optional-Mirror--190x190.jpg 190w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/Amish-Galena-Solid-Wood-9-Drawer-Dresser\/p\/71847\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Amish Galena Nine Drawer Dresser with Optional Mirror<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Dressers contribute to the style of the room. Being bigger than chests of drawers, a dresser can have almost as much pull as a<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/Amish-Beds\/cat\/215\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> bed<\/a> when it comes to contributing to the style of the room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"dresser-vs-chest-of-drawers-benefits-of-a-dresser\">Dresser vs. Chest of Drawers: Benefits of a Dresser<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stores and organizes clothing and accessories<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Can add a matching mirror<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>More surface space to display items<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offers more drawers than chests <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offers different size storage drawers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"dresser-vs-chest-of-drawers-drawbacks-of-a-dresser\">Dresser vs. Chest of Drawers: Drawbacks of a Dresser<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Require more room<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not as versatile as chests of drawers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/Amish-Siesta-Mission-Dresser-with-Optional-Mirror\/p\/50842\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"842\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Siesta-Mission-Dresser-with-Optional-Mirror--842x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Amish Siesta Mission Dresser with Optional Mirror\" class=\"wp-image-21253\" style=\"width:500px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Siesta-Mission-Dresser-with-Optional-Mirror--842x1024.jpg 842w, https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Siesta-Mission-Dresser-with-Optional-Mirror--247x300.jpg 247w, https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Siesta-Mission-Dresser-with-Optional-Mirror--768x934.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Siesta-Mission-Dresser-with-Optional-Mirror-.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 842px) 100vw, 842px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/Amish-Siesta-Mission-Dresser-with-Optional-Mirror\/p\/50842\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Amish Siesta Mission Dresser with Optional Mirror<\/a> &#8211; This beautiful oak dresser is featured in our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/best-oak-bedroom-sets\/\">Top 3 Oak Bedroom Sets<\/a>!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-faq-block\"><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">What is a Chest of Drawers?<\/h3><div class=\"rank-math-answer\">Chests of drawers, also referred to as chests, are taller and narrower than dressers. They offer a single row of storage drawers that are usually stacked, making use of vertical space. A chest of drawers usually offers four to six drawers. They take up less width space than dressers, making them a more appealing means of adding needed storage for smaller bedrooms.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/Amish-Williamsport-Chest-of-Drawers\/p\/64505\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"793\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-40-Williamsport-Chest-of-Drawers.jpg\" alt=\"Amish 40 Williamsport Chest of Drawers\" class=\"wp-image-21255\" style=\"width:500px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-40-Williamsport-Chest-of-Drawers.jpg 793w, https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-40-Williamsport-Chest-of-Drawers-238x300.jpg 238w, https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-40-Williamsport-Chest-of-Drawers-768x968.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 793px) 100vw, 793px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/Amish-Williamsport-Chest-of-Drawers\/p\/64505\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Amish Williamsport Chest of Drawers<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Chests of drawers can range from 44\u201d to 60\u201d tall or higher and widths can range from 24\u201d to 38\u201d wide. They\u2019re usually not as deep as dressers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chests of drawers offer enough versatility to make them a storage option in other areas of the house. They can be used in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/Amish-Living-Room-Furniture\/cat\/150\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">living room<\/a> for a variety of items or in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/Amish-Office-Furniture\/cat\/149\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">office<\/a> for office supplies and accessories. &nbsp;Clothes, books, and toys can be housed in a playroom or children\u2019s bedroom. If there\u2019s less space to work with, a chest of drawers can be just right for adding needed storage.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/Amish-Modern-Shaker-Chest-of-Drawers\/p\/9300\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"848\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Modern-Shaker-Chest-of-Drawers--848x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Amish Modern Shaker Chest of Drawers\" class=\"wp-image-21257\" style=\"width:500px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Modern-Shaker-Chest-of-Drawers--848x1024.jpg 848w, https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Modern-Shaker-Chest-of-Drawers--248x300.jpg 248w, https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Modern-Shaker-Chest-of-Drawers--768x928.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Modern-Shaker-Chest-of-Drawers-.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 848px) 100vw, 848px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/Amish-Modern-Shaker-Chest-of-Drawers\/p\/9300\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Amish Modern Shaker Chest of Drawers<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"dresser-vs-chest-of-drawers-benefits-of-chest-of-drawers\">Dresser vs. Chest of Drawers: Benefits of Chest of Drawers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Take up less width space than dressers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work well in smaller spaces like condos or apartments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Can be used in other rooms besides the bedroom<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"dresser-vs-chest-of-drawers-drawbacks-of-chest-of-drawers\">Dresser vs. Chest of Drawers: Drawbacks of Chest of Drawers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Offer less storage than dressers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The higher surface makes displaying items on top less appealing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/Amish-Stick-Mission-Six-Drawer-Chest-of-Drawers\/p\/59514\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"828\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Stick-Mission-Six-Drawer-Chest-of-Drawers--828x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Amish Stick Mission Six Drawer Chest of Drawers\" class=\"wp-image-21261\" style=\"width:500px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Stick-Mission-Six-Drawer-Chest-of-Drawers--828x1024.jpg 828w, https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Stick-Mission-Six-Drawer-Chest-of-Drawers--243x300.jpg 243w, https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Stick-Mission-Six-Drawer-Chest-of-Drawers--768x950.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Stick-Mission-Six-Drawer-Chest-of-Drawers-.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 828px) 100vw, 828px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/Amish-Stick-Mission-Six-Drawer-Chest-of-Drawers\/p\/59514\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Amish Stick Mission Six Drawer Chest of Drawers<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"dresser-vs-chest-of-drawers-comparison\">Dresser vs. Chest of Drawers: Comparison<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While both serve up storage for clothing and other items, the dresser offers more storage drawers in different sizes. The variety of drawers is ideal for folded clothing, linens, and accessories as well. The chest of drawers may venture out of the bedroom, providing room for blankets, toys in a playroom, or candles and assorted items in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/the-history-of-the-living-room\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">living room<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/get-a-sleigh-bed\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"457\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Chippewa-Sleigh-Nine-Drawer-Dresser-.jpg\" alt=\"Amish Chippewa Sleigh Nine Drawer Dresser\" class=\"wp-image-21264\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Chippewa-Sleigh-Nine-Drawer-Dresser-.jpg 850w, https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Chippewa-Sleigh-Nine-Drawer-Dresser--300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Chippewa-Sleigh-Nine-Drawer-Dresser--768x413.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Amish Chippewa Sleigh Bedroom Set featuring <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/Amish-Edna-Sleigh-Nine-Drawer-Dresser\/p\/59717\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Edna Sleigh Nine Drawer Dresser<\/a> (Read all about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/get-a-sleigh-bed\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"25984\">Sleigh Beds<\/a>!)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Dressers are a high-function piece of furniture with a timeless appeal. They make more of a style statement than a chest of drawers, but chests of drawers offer more versatile storage that can be used in other rooms. When considering the dresser versus the chest of drawers, take into consideration your available space, your preferred style, and how much storage you need.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/Amish-Boulder-Creek-Mission-Five-Drawer-Chest-of-Drawers\/p\/59018\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Boulder-Creek-Five-Drawer-Chest-of-Drawers--750x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Amish Boulder Creek Five Drawer Chest of Drawers\" class=\"wp-image-21266\" style=\"width:500px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Boulder-Creek-Five-Drawer-Chest-of-Drawers--750x1024.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Boulder-Creek-Five-Drawer-Chest-of-Drawers--220x300.jpg 220w, https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Boulder-Creek-Five-Drawer-Chest-of-Drawers--768x1049.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Boulder-Creek-Five-Drawer-Chest-of-Drawers-.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/Amish-Boulder-Creek-Mission-Five-Drawer-Chest-of-Drawers\/p\/59018\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Amish Colorado Springs Five Drawer Chest of Drawers<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-faq-block\"><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">Can I Have a Dresser and a Chest of Drawers in My Bedroom Set?<\/h3><div class=\"rank-math-answer\">For bedrooms that have the floor space and individuals that need plenty of storage, both a dresser and chest of drawers can be used. You\u2019ll find both pieces included in many stylish <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/the-power-of-bedroom-sets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bedroom sets<\/a>. It comes down to personal preference and how much storage is needed.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/Amish-Grosbeak-Six-Drawer-Chest-of-Drawers\/p\/55957\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"572\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Canterbury-Six-Drawer-Chest-of-Drawers-.jpg\" alt=\"Amish Canterbury Six Drawer Chest of Drawers\" class=\"wp-image-21267\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Canterbury-Six-Drawer-Chest-of-Drawers-.jpg 850w, https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Canterbury-Six-Drawer-Chest-of-Drawers--300x202.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Amish-Canterbury-Six-Drawer-Chest-of-Drawers--768x517.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/Amish-Grosbeak-58-Dresser-with-Optional-Mirror\/p\/55956\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Amish Grosbeak Dresser<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/Amish-Grosbeak-Six-Drawer-Chest-of-Drawers\/p\/55957\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chest of Drawer<\/a>s in a matching set.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Which works best for you? A dresser or chest of drawers?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"b\">Bedroom Furniture Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/bedroom-furniture-buying-guide\/\">Bedroom Furniture Buying Guide<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/get-a-sleigh-bed\/\">Should I Get a Sleigh Bed?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/bed-frame-dimensions-guide\/\">A Guide to Bed Frame Dimensions<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/bed-and-bored-how-designers-revitalize-a-traditional-bedroom-set\/\">How Designers Revitalize Traditional Bedroom Furniture<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/10-questions-about-platform-beds\/\">17 Things to Know About Platform Bed Frames<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/nightstand-bedside-table-whats-difference\/\">Nightstand vs. Bedstand Table<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/blog\/how-to-choose-a-bed-for-an-adjustable-mattress\/\">How to Choose a Wooden Bedframe for an Adjustable Mattress<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Browse our entire selection of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/Amish-Dressers\/cat\/216\">dressers <\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutchcrafters.com\/Chest-of-Drawers\/cat\/580\">chests of drawers<\/a>. 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