Product advantages
A small and compact plastic chest of drawers can be considered a necessary piece of furniture in any room: bedroom, kitchen or bathroom. This product has a lot of positive qualities and obvious advantages over chests of drawers made from other materials:
- versatility and ability to fit into the interior of any room;
- resistance of the material to environmental influences and cleaning agents;
- light weight, allowing the product to be easily carried and not cause damage as a result of falling;
- a variety of textures and finishes that give the piece of furniture a presentable appearance;
- low cost and accessibility for everyone;
- the ability to harmoniously fit into any style of room design.
A plastic chest of drawers with drawers will look good in the hallway, in the nursery, and in the bedroom. The main thing is to choose a design that matches the style of the interior.
Bedroom chest of drawers
Modern plastic processing allows you to create a texture that imitates almost any surface. It would be quite appropriate to complement your bedroom furniture set with a plastic chest of drawers if you choose a suitable façade.
Imitation of a wooden surface, lattice or photo printing - such facades will fit into any interior. A chest of drawers with two drawers can serve as a bedside table. On the top surface you can place a lamp, glasses or a book.
Disadvantages of products
No matter how attractive the positive features of plastic chests of drawers are, certain disadvantages are also worth paying attention to:
- instability to high temperatures, which can cause melting, deformation and an unpleasant odor;
- lack of resistance to mechanical stress, leading to scratches, chips and unevenness;
- inability to bear heavy weight.
Plastic furnishings require special care. In order for the item to serve for a long time, you should not place it near heat sources: heating radiators, electric fireplaces and other heating devices. You should also not overload the structure to avoid distortion, sagging and cracking.
Design Features
The most popular is a narrow, deep model with a variable number of sections, in which each plastic box is an independent tier and is built on top of one another. Thus, you can vary the number of elements and change the height of the chest of drawers as you wish.
The basis of the design is:
- four support rods, consisting of segments inserted into one another;
- plugs for racks as legs;
- tier limiters located horizontally and dividing a narrow chest of drawers into sections;
- top cover;
- drawers with removable fronts.
The dimensions of plastic furnishings do not differ much: they are usually compact, roomy products. Their width does not exceed 50 cm and often corresponds to the depth, giving the chest of drawers a square shape.
The optimal height of each section is, on average, 25 cm, and the dimensions of the structure itself depend on the number of tiers assembled. The most common models are those with three or four drawers. The maximum number of compartments for furnishings of this type is five.
How does a plastic chest of drawers work?
The most popular is the column chest of drawers with a variable number of drawers. Even if the model is designed for 5 tiers, you can assemble it into 3, leaving the remaining parts in reserve. The kit includes:
- 4 vertical racks divided into segments;
- 4 plugs acting as legs;
- Horizontal ceilings, which are limiters of tiers;
- Lid;
- Drawers and removable front panels for them.
The sizes are pretty standard. The width usually ranges from 40 - 45 cm, depth 45 - 50 cm. The height depends entirely on the number of drawers. On average, each tier requires up to 25 cm of height. So a three-tier chest of drawers will be about 70 cm, and when adding a fourth drawer, the height will become 90 cm.
Matte
Its distinctive feature is a dull, slightly rough surface with different types of textures. It is easy to use as it does not slip. The disadvantages include the ability to absorb dirt and get wet.
Polyethylene for seamless furniture
Metallized plastic. It looks beautiful and original, in appearance no different from a shiny metal surface. The cheap version has a traditional composition and coating that imitates metal.
Expensive products have metallized particles as part of the plastic mass itself. These inclusions increase the strength of the material and its wear resistance. A big plus is that the weight of the plastic remains small.
Acrylic
Better known as plexiglass. It is particularly durable and has an original appearance. It is lightweight and can be transparent, smoky, matte, shiny or colored. It has the same qualities as simple plastic, but is more resistant to high temperatures.
All chests of drawers made of plastic differ from similar products made from other materials. They do not use traditional roller guides. They are replaced by plastic rollers mounted on intersection dividers.
What plastic is it made from?
The type of plastic used plays an important role. The most common types are:
- Layered. Craft paper plays the role of the base. It is impregnated with polymer resins, making something like a layer cake. Pay attention to the markings. The CPL mark stands for low pressure pressed assembly line production. HPL (High Pressure) marker means more durable and high quality material. Easily recognized by the presence of a smooth and shiny face layer (overlay) applied to all types of laminates. It is made into sheets or rolls followed by cutting;
- Matte. Can be of any texture. It has a slightly rough surface. Absorbs external contaminants faster. In other respects it is not inferior to glossy. Reduces the risk of objects sliding off the top cover;
- Furniture polyethylene. Allows the production of seamless furniture;
- Metallized. In appearance it is very difficult to distinguish from metal. Can imitate most known alloys and decorative steels. The cheapest varieties are simply painted to resemble metals. More expensive ones contain metal inclusions. This increases the strength of the plastic and its resistance to stress. The main difference from metal is its low weight;
- Mirrored. It doesn’t give a full reflection, but it looks very nice;
- Antibacterial. It greatly slows down the development of pathogenic microbes. Well suited for children's rooms and bathrooms;
- Acrylic glass. To most people, this material is better known as plexiglass. Very durable, lightweight with a beautiful shine and complete transparency. Although, this is not necessary. Plexiglas can be smoky, matte or with complete loss of transparency. Externally very similar to glass. It does not fade, but, like all plastics, it is afraid of contact with sharp objects. More resistant to high temperatures than other plastics.
Accommodation options
Furniture products made of plastic are universal and suitable for installation in any room of the home. But when choosing a suitable model, you should pay attention to ensuring that the chest of drawers fits harmoniously into the stylistic design of the interior:
Kitchen. The small size model is ideal for storing spices, groceries and other household items.
Bathroom. A light, glossy product can store various washing supplies, cosmetics or personal care products. Plastic is not afraid of moisture, so it is ideal for installation in the bathroom.Children's room. A characteristic feature of plastic furniture is a large selection of colors and bright prints. Thanks to this, you can use this chest of drawers for toys, school supplies or children's things. A colorful piece of furniture will evoke a lot of positive emotions in your baby.
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Bedroom. An elegant plastic model in soft colors with a floral pattern will fit perfectly into a Provence-style interior. It will easily fit all the necessary personal items.
Hallway. A dark chest of drawers made of plastic with a texture similar to wicker furniture will give the entrance area an elegant, stylish look. It will be convenient to store shoe care products, umbrellas and gloves.
When choosing a small, convenient, practical and compact plastic chest of drawers, you should know that it is sold unassembled. The design of the product is simple, and it is easy to assemble - you just need to carefully study the instructions.
Buying Tips
When choosing a plastic chest of drawers for the nursery, take into account the following points:
- the place where he will stand;
- furniture manufacturer and retail outlet - children's furniture must be of high quality and sold in suitable sanitary conditions, it is better to obtain a guarantee that it is durable and safe;
- does the item have a plastic smell - if it does, it means that low-grade plastic with carcinogenic formaldehydes was used in production; this smell does not disappear over time and intensifies in a warm room;
- finishing - it is better to take one with a matte surface, gloss gives glare, which is not good for children's eyes, scratches remain on the glossy surface, the slightest fingerprints from touching with greasy and sticky hands are noticeable;
- There is furniture made of plastic with a relief coating - it looks beautiful and unusual, but the relief surface quickly gets dirty and is difficult to wash.
In each home, the issue of ergonomic storage of things is solved in its own way: it depends on the area of the apartment; in a small one, the furniture should be roomy and functional. Compared to a chest of drawers, a closet is more expensive, takes up more space, although the volume of things that can fit there is almost the same, and a chest of drawers is also a shelf for photo frames, toys, and other small items.
It is not difficult for an adult to keep things in order; a child needs to be taught this - the latter is easier for a child to use; with his height, he can easily reach the top drawer.
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To store toys, you can use a box or a special mesh, but the chest of drawers is more spacious, and it is more interesting for the child to use it: the baby will not shake out toys like a mountain, but will take them one at a time and put them in place; in the form of a game, the child will quickly learn to clean up after himself; small children will be interested in the process itself opening and closing drawers. The child will not have to look for construction parts or a small car in a pile of toys - everything will be put in its place.
The material from which the chest of drawers is made is important in a child’s room: plastic is hygienic, it is the favorite material of children’s furniture designers, as it provides a lot of opportunities to experiment with texture and shades of color.
Plastic combines perfectly with other materials - a plastic item will organically fit into almost any interior - especially into a bright children's room. Plastic furniture is easy to rearrange, it is less dangerous - children love to run around, spoiled, often bump into pieces of furniture and get abrasions and bumps. In all respects, a plastic chest of drawers is an excellent option for a child’s room.
