Quality sideboards and chests can last a lifetime if built from solid materials like solid wood or thick veneer on strong boards. Look for details such as joints, drawer runners, and surface treatment. Consider the function and placement in your home, so the piece suits your needs and the room's use for many years.
Jan 5 min. læsning
When I help customers find new furniture, I often see that they primarily focus on appearance. This is natural, as furniture should look good. However, especially with sideboards and chests, which need to hold a lot and be used daily, it is worth looking closer at what lies behind the doors and drawers. A piece of furniture intended to last a lifetime must withstand regular use. This involves materials, finish, and a construction that can endure everyday wear and tear. A piece of furniture intended to last a lifetime must withstand regular use. This involves materials, finish, and a construction that can endure everyday wear and tear. It is about materials, finish, and a construction that can withstand everyday wear.
Fundamentally, the difference is often height. A chest is typically taller and narrower with more drawers, designed for clothing storage. A sideboard is lower and wider, often with both drawers and doors, traditionally used in the dining room for tableware or in the living room for media equipment. However, the boundaries are fluid. The most important thing is to consider what your new sideboards & chests will be used for. Will it store papers and office supplies? Will it hold children's toys? Or will it stand in the living room with your favorite books and fine tableware?
I often find that people underestimate the amount of storage needed. Consider what you have today and what you expect to have in the future. A model like Muutos Reflect Sideboard has four spacious doors, offering good room, while FRAMAs Ratio Chest, with its deep drawers, is ideal for clothing or larger items. Take time to imagine the furniture filled. This is the best way to ensure it fits your life.
A piece of furniture's lifespan largely depends on the materials it is made from and how it is assembled. Solid wood is always a good choice, as it can withstand wear and be repaired. However, good veneer on a stable board can be just as durable and provide a beautiful surface. The thickness of the veneer and the quality of the board underneath are crucial. If you consider Fogias Boss Sideboard 4 Doors, Low, you will feel the solid construction and the care put into the details.
Look at the joints. Are they mortise and tenon, screwed, or glued? Good joints are strong and keep the furniture stable. Drawer runners should be metal and glide smoothly and quietly. A drawer that sticks or makes noise quickly becomes an irritation and can cause unnecessary wear on the furniture. The surface treatment is also important. An oil-treated surface, like on the Muutos Reflect Sideboard, is beautiful and gives the wood a deep glow, but requires regular care. Lacquered surfaces are easier to keep clean but are harder to repair if scratched. It is a matter of what you prefer to live with daily.
Fashions and trends change, but good design has a timeless quality. When choosing sideboards & chests that should last for many years, it is a good idea to think beyond what is currently popular. Classic lines, calm colors, and simple forms tend to age gracefully. Look at furniture that has been in people's homes for decades and still looks relevant. Furniture from Normann Copenhagen, such as their Rib Sideboard, or FRAMAs Ratio Console, has a simplicity that allows them to fit into many different interiors over time.
Also, consider the color. Light woods like oak are popular and give a bright expression, while darker walnut can add warmth and depth. A neutral color on a painted piece of furniture, for example from Montana, can also be a good investment, as it can easily be combined with changing wall colors and textiles. I have seen many examples where a piece of furniture that at first glance seemed a little too simple ended up being the most beloved, precisely because it was so versatile.
Where will your new sideboards & chests stand? A sideboard in the dining room has a different function than a chest of drawers in the bedroom. If it is a piece of furniture that will stand freely in the room, the back should also be presentable. Furniture like the MUUBS Wing Sideboard 4-door is beautiful from all angles and can function as room dividers. If the furniture is to stand against a wall, the finish of the back is less important, but still a sign of good craftsmanship. If the furniture is to stand against a wall, the finish of the back is less important, but still a sign of good craftsmanship.
Also, consider the room's size. A large piece of furniture in a small room can seem overwhelming, while a too-small piece can disappear. Measure up, and perhaps draw the furniture into the room, or use paper cutouts on the floor to visualize the size. This also applies if you are considering supplementing with Shelving Units or Cabinets & Display Cabinets in the same room. At Houmøllers, we always help find the right balance.
My best advice is to choose with your heart, but with a keen eye for quality. Good furniture is an investment in your home and your daily life. When you choose your sideboards and chests, feel if it is right, if it is solid, and if you can see it in your home for many years to come.
When buying sideboards & chests, look for solid materials like solid wood or thick veneer, strong joints, smoothly running drawer runners, and a durable surface treatment. Consider how the furniture is constructed, as this is crucial for its lifespan.
A chest is typically taller and narrower, focusing on drawers for clothing storage. A sideboard is lower and wider, often with both doors and drawers, traditionally used for storing tableware or media equipment in the living room. Both types of sideboards & chests offer storage space.
To ensure your sideboards & chests last for many years, choose high-quality furniture with good craftsmanship and timeless design. Regular surface care, appropriate placement in the home, and consideration for what the furniture will hold are also important for its preservation.
Yes, damage to sideboards & chests can often be repaired, especially if they are made of solid wood or have an oil-treated surface. Scratches can be sanded and treated, and loose joints can often be glued. Lacquered surfaces are harder to repair invisibly.
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