The Best Dressers For Kids
Sorbus Dresser With 5 Drawers
Minimal assembly is required with this cute dresser perfect for your kiddo’s room. We love the black frame accented with various pops of color. There are five drawers in all pastel colors, ranging from yellow to green to purple. Each color is vibrant and will bring life to any space!
The drawers are lightweight and can be easily pulled in and out. If you’re not using one of the drawers, you can remove it and collapse it flat for storage that’s out of the way. The top of the dresser is made with sturdy wood so your kiddo can put toys or even a lamp up top. The top is a great place for trinkets or other decorations that reflect your child’s interests.
Thanks to the colorful design and adaptable features, we believe this dresser is the best of the best.
Pros
- Baskets are collapsible and easy to store
- Lightweight design that’s portable
- Fun and playful coloration
Cons
- Children may outgrow the style of the dresser
Key Features
- Five removable baskets of various colors
- Smooth black frame
- MDF wood top panel
Specifications
- Brand: Sorbus
- Dimensions: 41 x 12.3 x 4.7 inches
- Weight: 23.9 pounds
Prepac Fremont 5-Drawer Chest
Even though the dresser does seem to appeal to an older crowd, it’s equipped with several safety features that make it a great addition to a child’s bedroom as well.
The dresser has a tipping restraint so it won’t tip even when drawers are being opened and closed. Another feature is that the drawers glide on pieces of metal that have built-in safety stops, so you won’t have to worry about the drawers ever falling out!
That’s a particularly helpful feature if this dresser is going in a small child’s bedroom. And sure, the dresser works well for kids, but the design is so gorgeous that it really works for anyone in the family.
With curved edges on the top, side moldings, an arched base panel, and sturdy metal knobs, the accent features are to die for. The deep espresso finish is just another reason to love this dresser.
Pros
- Drawers made with solid wood sides
- Tall design is ideal for narrow spaces
- Easy to assemble
Cons
- Drawers are not overly spacious
Key Features
- Composite wood frame
- Pine wood drawer sides
- Attractive bronze-finished knobs
Specifications
- Brand: Prepac
- Dimensions: 16 x 31.5 x 45.2 inches
- Weight: 92 pounds
mDesign Vertical Dresser Storage Tower
Finding furniture that gets the job done without costing a fortune is easier said than done. With mDesign’s vertical dresser, you’re in good hands.
The dresser consists of four removable drawers that you can open and close with a convenient pull handle. Though each basket is made with fabric in a pretty gray, the dresser is still quite strong because its fortified by a heavy-duty steel frame.
The steel frame and drawers can be easily cleaned with a damp towel and then left to air dry, so messy kids have met their match with their dresser.
Another perk is that the feet are adjustable and anti-skid, so they won’t scratch up your floors.
Pros
- Cleanable with a damp cloth
- Can function as a nightstand
- Lightweight
Cons
- Limited drawer space
Key Features
- Steel frame with MDF wood top
- Drawers are a breathable non-woven synthetic fabric
- Can be cleaned with a damp cloth
Specifications
- Brand: mDesign
- Dimensions: 37.5 x 12.5 x 17.8 inches
- Weight: 2.87 pounds
mDesign 5-Drawer Storage
This dresser features five storage bins of two different sizes. One side of the dresser has two larger drawers fit for towels, clothes, sweaters, and blankets. The other side has three smaller drawers that are perfectly sized for summer clothing, socks, and other small miscellaneous items. The range in sizing is definitely a perk, but that’s not the only reason we like this dresser.
The frame of the dresser is made with a durable steel but the drawers are a lightweight fabric that can be cleaned with something as simple as a damp cloth. The top of the dresser is fortified by wood that works as an ideal surface for drinks, toys, or other trinkets.
The feet of the dresser are made of adjustable plastic which accomplishes two things: no scratching the floor and easy adapting to uneven surfaces. It’s a double whammy!
Pros
- Lightweight
- Clean drawers with a damp cloth
- Sturdy bins
Cons
- Not as sturdy as a wooden dresser overtime
Key Features
- Steel frame with MDF wood top
- Drawers are a breathable non-woven synthetic fabric
- Two different sized drawers for different needs
Specifications
- Brand: mDesign
- Dimensions: 32.6 x 11.4 x 30.3 inches
- Weight: 23.1 pounds
Kid Dresser Buying Guide
When selecting the best dresser for a child’s room, it is important to remember that functionality for a kid’s dresser and that of an adult will differ. Safety is a bigger concern for anything placed into a child’s room as they are more likely to test the limits of its construction as they explore and learn about the world around them. It is of utmost importance to ensure that all furniture in a home where children are present is firmly attached to the wall to prevent tipping and injury. Other factors to consider are general safety features, size, and functionality.
Safety Features
As previously mentioned, ensure that the unit comes with a wall anchor, or purchase one separately. Most units also come with a safety certification to ensure that they are designed to prevent tipping even without an added anchor, but that is no reason to forgo utilizing the anchor as an added precaution. Other safety features include safety lock drawers to ensure your child will not pull a drawer out on themselves, and rounded edges and corners to prevent injuries from collisions.
Size
Make sure to consider two important factors when it comes to size: wall space available and amount of storage needed. If your kids’ room is pulling double duty and housing two little ones, you will likely have less available real estate to add furniture. Depending on your space, a taller unit will be a more efficient use of space, however, taller units are more difficult for children to access, and if one of your children is in diapers, the taller unit will preclude you from using it as a changing table. Wider units will allow for a changing pad as well as easy access for your children, but at the cost of precious floor space. Additionally, make sure the unit you purchase will have the required drawer space to fully house all that you need it to; determine drawer dimensions and volume to plan out what can fit in each drawer.
