Existing options for plastic chests of drawers, their pros and cons

In the process of choosing interior items, people pay attention to their cost, appearance and the material from which they are made. Of course, in any residential property should be furniture designed to store various things. Chests with drawers are ideally suited for this, they are distinguished by good capacity and multifunctionality. They can be equipped with various additional elements that increase the comfort of their use. They are created from different materials, but a plastic chest of drawers with drawers, which has many advantages, is becoming more and more popular.

Pros and cons of design

Plastic chests of drawers can be used to store various items, so they are available in a variety of sizes. They have many advantages, which include:

• plastic is considered a plastic material, so when it is heated, it is possible to get really unusual and unique designs out of it that have original shapes, intricate configurations or other features, which allows you to choose the optimal model for any room;
• even in the process of production, plastic objects are painted in various shades, so you can choose a plastic pink chest of drawers designed for a little girl, or a brown design that fits well into the living room or bedroom;
• furniture is considered easy to clean, so cleaning it from dirt is incredibly simple, and this is especially true if you plan to install a chest of drawers in a children's room;
• products are resistant to moisture, therefore it is allowed to mount them even in the bathroom, and the conditions in this room will not contribute to the deterioration of the quality of furniture;
• a chest of drawers can be used to store a variety of things and objects;
• the quality of modern plastic is high, so it can not harm people;
• different mechanical influences will not contribute to the violation of the integrity of the product;
• the cost of interior items is considered acceptable for each buyer, and it is precisely because of it that the choice often falls on plastic products.

All the above positive parameters are inherent exclusively in plastic furniture created from high-quality raw materials, so it is not recommended to focus on the acquisition of the cheapest chest of drawers, since it is likely that it will not have many advantages.

Plastic products are not without some drawbacks:

• if ugly scratches appear on the surface as a result of various mechanical influences, it is simply impossible to get rid of them, and even a complex and specific restoration will not be able to correct the situation;
• the appearance of even the highest quality designs is considered not too attractive, so if you want to purchase a product for an interior made in a classic style, then a chest of drawers made of plastic is not too good for it;
• when exposed to high temperature, such products begin to melt, releasing hazardous substances into the air for people, so if a chest of drawers for a kitchen is selected, it should be located at a considerable distance from the stove, and it is also not recommended to install it next to different heating devices.

Thus, when choosing a plastic chest of drawers, the appearance of the room for which it is intended should be taken into account, as well as the potential impacts on the surface of the product in order to guarantee it operating conditions under which it retains an attractive appearance for a long time.

Kinds

Plastic dressers are available in many varieties. They can differ in size and shape, the number of boxes and colors, design style and cost, as well as other parameters, all of which must be taken into account in the selection process.

In accordance with the possibility of movement, the following types are distinguished:

• stationary - such products are usually large in size and significant weight. They can have 5 or more large boxes used for storing large items. A chest of drawers is installed in a certain section of the room, after which it does not move without the urgent need. To do this, it will be necessary to free him from all objects, after which, with the joint efforts of several people, move him from one place to another;
• mobile - constructions on wheels are produced. They are usually small in size and also have no more than four drawers. Such a chest of drawers is intended for small things. You can install it anywhere in the room, as it can be easily moved if necessary, and any person can do this without making significant efforts. Dressers on wheels are considered quite in demand. They can be used to store newspapers, souvenirs, tea or coffee. If you choose a design on wheels, then it is advisable to give preference to rubber wheels rather than plastic.

Dressers also differ in color:

• black dressers are ideal for cabinets or other rooms in which you need to create a business environment;
• a beige interior item can be designed for any room, as it has a neutral color, and beige color contributes to relaxation and good rest;
• the white object fits perfectly into the bathroom or living room, and the white color is well suited to different interior styles;
• other bright and unusual colors are selected in accordance with the colors available in various rooms of residential real estate.

A beige chest of drawers is considered the most optimal for different rooms, since this color is considered universal, so a beige interior item can be installed in a bedroom, living room or even a children's room.

By the style of design, the following products are distinguished:

• in the classical style, chests of drawers have exquisite shapes and the presence of numerous decorative elements, and a white or beige interior item can be acquired, but plastic products are rarely bought in a purely classic room;
• in high-tech products usually have unusual shapes and metallic colors;
• For a country style, models in light brown or artificially aged, as well as imitating natural wood, are perfectly suitable.

Manufacturers offer a huge number of different models, so there is the opportunity to purchase a plastic chest of drawers with 4 drawers, which will be ideal for any, even the most specific and rare interior style. Products differ in size:

• a narrow chest of drawers is suitable for hallways or other narrow rooms where it is simply impossible to arrange wide items, but the disadvantage of its use is the inability to arrange heavy and bulky items on it or in it;
• wide plastic chests of drawers are considered optimal for storing various large items or even clothes, and at the same time they usually have large drawers;
• mini designs are intended for small items, such as newspapers or trinkets, and such mini products can be installed even in the smallest room, increasing its functionality and ease of use;
• tall chests of drawers usually completely replace a linen closet or even a wall, therefore they can have glass doors at the top and closed facades from below, which allows them to be used not only for optimal storage of many things, but also as an attractive decoration of a room.

Mini dressers are considered to be in demand, since they are small in size, convenient for use and do not take up much space, and mini designs are available in various colors and styles. According to the manufacturing method:

• cast - special devices are used to create such products, and it is by this method that it is possible to obtain truly unusual and unique products that have original shapes;
• shaped - special forms are used for their manufacture. In these forms, a plastic mass is prepared and preheated to the desired temperature. After it hardens, the finished structure is taken out of shape. The disadvantages of this method include the fact that it turns out many identical chests of drawers that do not have any zest or specific feature;
• from artificial rattan - this method of creating furniture from plastic is becoming more and more popular. It involves the use of special woven material made of plastic. The weaving process can be carried out using special equipment or manually. It turns out mini products or large dressers, characterized by an incredibly interesting appearance. A photo of the finished result can be seen below, and these designs will look good in almost any interior. A chest of drawers made of plastic rattan can be made with your own hands, but for this it is taken into account that the furniture must be reliable and stable.

If a large and roomy chest of drawers is created from an artificial rattan, then it must certainly have a frame that is rigid and resistant to various mechanical factors.

Material Requirements

A plastic chest of drawers designed for installation in a residential area must be made of safe materials. Therefore, the requirements for plastic are:

• the absence of harmful components in the composition, and this fact must certainly be checked by customers, so they study the accompanying documentation for furniture;
• shape stability under the influence of various factors, for example, to high humidity or a change in temperature, and this especially applies to models that are planned to be installed in the bathroom;
• strength and resistance to mechanical stress, since plastic is considered to be a rather fragile material, it is recommended to choose products made from a special high-strength mixture;
• resistance to ultraviolet so that the structures do not fade under the influence of sunlight, which will make it possible to install them anywhere in the living room and enjoy their attractive appearance for a long time;
• durability.

Thus, the requirements for plastic structures are considered quite standard and common.Most attention should be paid to the study of the composition of the structure, since the presence of various harmful or completely dangerous components is unacceptable for residential premises.

Accommodation options

Often chests of drawers have significant dimensions and significant weight, so they are installed where they will not interfere with operation. Therefore, the optimal places for them are:

• along any wall of the room, and it is taken into account that this site should be convenient for constant use, and the choice of the room where it will be installed depends on the purpose of the furniture;
• in the corner of the room, for which a special corner chest of drawers is purchased, which has an unusual shape and good capacity.

Additionally, the installation location depends on the method of fastening the chest of drawers, since the structures can be:

• wall-mounted, equipped with a not very attractive rear wall, therefore, they will certainly be installed only near the wall of the room;
• wall mounted on the wall, and usually these products are small in size, so this chest of drawers for small things is often purchased, and at the same time it can be fixed with screws and hinges or with special panels of the bowseri. In the second situation, the rear wall of the furniture is equipped with special protrusions, and the panels themselves are attached to the walls of the room. This mount allows you to move the chest of drawers if necessary along the guides. The most optimal use of such chests of drawers is considered to be use in the dressing room to simplify the process of searching for various trifles or even clothes;
• add-on - they must be installed next to other structures, so they are sold complete with other furniture. Often there are modular dressers with a sofa or a desk;
• island - they can be installed in any part of the room. Their back wall is attractive, so the view of the furniture from any side will be pleasant. Some models are equipped with an opening wall, so this product will be multifunctional and convenient for use.

Thus, for plastic products, different sections of rooms can be selected for proper installation. In the process of choosing the place where this furniture will be located, the convenience of its constant use is taken into account, so if you plan to store clothes there, then installing it in the bathroom will be an optimal solution.

The nuances of choice

When choosing plastic chests of drawers equipped with drawers, it is necessary to take into account some competent criteria:

• high environmental friendliness;
• reliability, strength, durability;
• attractive appearance;
• good combination with other furniture;
• optimal cost.

Thus, plastic chests of drawers equipped with drawers are considered an excellent choice for many rooms. They are presented in different designs, sizes, colors and other parameters, which allows each customer to choose the best model for any room. Plastic products have many advantages and have an acceptable cost, so you can get a reliable, durable and beautiful chest of drawers with little expense.

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