5 Drawer Chest of Drawers

A standard 5 drawer chest of drawers is typically between 70cm and 90cm wide, 40cm to 50cm deep and 110cm to 130cm tall. As with all chest of drawers, exact dimensions vary by model so always check the product specification and measure your available wall space before ordering.

A 5 drawer chest at 110cm to 130cm tall works well in most standard bedrooms with ceiling heights of 220cm or above. It can feel more dominant in a smaller room than a 3 or 4 drawer chest, so consider the proportions of the room and measure the intended wall space before buying.

A 6 drawer chest typically offers either an extra drawer in the same column, making it taller, or two columns of three drawers side by side, making it wider. The choice between the two comes down to whether you have more vertical or horizontal wall space available and how much total storage capacity you need.

A practical setup uses the top drawer for small everyday items like socks and underwear, the second for t-shirts and lighter tops, the third for shirts and smarter clothing, the fourth for jumpers and heavier tops, and the bottom drawer for jeans, trousers or spare bedding. The extra drawer compared to a 4 drawer chest gives you room to keep one category per drawer more consistently.

For someone who primarily stores folded clothing rather than hanging garments, a 5 drawer chest can cover most storage needs without a wardrobe. If you also need to hang jackets, shirts or dresses, you will still need some hanging space alongside it, either a wardrobe or a clothes rail.