Our Story
Chest of Drawers Australia was born from a simple frustration: the overwhelming challenge of finding quality bedroom furniture online. Back in 2020, our founder Sarah Mitchell spent weeks researching tallboys and lowboys for her newly renovated Melbourne home. She visited countless furniture showrooms, scrolled through endless product listings, and read hundreds of reviews—only to find most information was either too generic or clearly biased toward making a sale.
That experience sparked an idea. What if there was a dedicated resource that treated bedroom storage furniture with the same attention and expertise that other niches receive? A place where Australian families could find honest, detailed guidance on everything from drawer runner mechanisms and dovetail joint construction to the practical differences between solid oak and engineered wood alternatives?
Today, our team includes furniture industry veterans, interior design consultants, and hands-on DIY enthusiasts who share a common passion: helping people make informed decisions about one of the most-used pieces of furniture in any home. We've personally assembled dozens of flat-pack dressers, tested soft-close drawer mechanisms across multiple price points, and evaluated everything from budget-friendly particle board units to heirloom-quality solid mahogany pieces.
What Makes Us Different
Unlike generic furniture aggregators, we focus exclusively on chest of drawers, tallboys, lowboys, and bedroom storage solutions. This specialisation allows us to develop deep expertise in areas that matter: understanding the nuances between different timber species, recognising quality construction techniques, and knowing which brands consistently deliver value at various price points.
Our Testing Philosophy
We believe that real-world testing matters. When we evaluate a chest of drawers, we don't just look at specifications on paper. We examine drawer box construction, checking whether manufacturers use sturdy plywood or flimsy hardboard for the drawer base. We test drawer runners under load, repeatedly opening and closing drawers to assess smoothness and durability. We evaluate assembly instructions for clarity and check whether all necessary hardware is included and properly labelled.
Our team also considers the Australian context specifically. We understand that furniture shipped to Australia may face different humidity conditions than products designed for European or North American markets. We know that certain timber species perform better in our climate, and we factor delivery logistics and assembly services into our recommendations for families across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, and regional areas.
Our Commitment to You
Transparency is central to everything we do. When we recommend a product, we explain exactly why we think it offers good value. When we identify potential drawbacks—whether that's a complicated assembly process, limited colour options, or concerns about long-term durability—we share those observations openly. Our goal is never to push you toward the most expensive option, but rather to help you find the chest of drawers that genuinely fits your needs, space, and budget.
We also maintain editorial independence from the brands and retailers we feature. While we do earn commissions through affiliate partnerships when you purchase through our links, this never influences our recommendations. We've declined promotional opportunities from brands whose products didn't meet our quality standards, and we'll continue to prioritise our readers' interests above commercial considerations.
Our Mission
To be Australia's most trusted resource for bedroom storage furniture information, helping families make confident purchasing decisions through honest reviews, practical guides, and expert advice.
Meet the Team
Our contributors bring diverse backgrounds in furniture design, interior styling, and consumer advocacy. We're based across Australia, which allows us to evaluate delivery experiences and retailer service quality from multiple perspectives. Whether you're furnishing a compact Sydney apartment, a sprawling Queensland family home, or a coastal retreat in Western Australia, our team understands the unique considerations that Australian homeowners face.
We're always happy to hear from our readers. If you have questions about a specific product, suggestions for topics we should cover, or feedback on how we can improve our content, please don't hesitate to reach out through our contact page. Your input helps us create better resources for the entire community of Australian furniture shoppers.