Measuring a dresser is needed when arranging furniture, moving houses, or delivering furniture to your home. A dresser is a common furniture piece that homeowners purchase for their bedrooms. This kind of furniture serves as storage for your clothes, some bedroom items, decors, mirrors for grooming, and even your entertainment units like a television. Knowing the correct dresser dimensions is critical to ensure that the right furnishing fits and matches your space. So how to measure a dresser the proper way? Here’s how. 

3 Factors to Consider Before Measuring Bedroom Dresser

1. Ensure your dresser is on a flat surface

It doesn’t matter if you’re measuring a large dresser or a 24-inch dresser, always put them on a flat surface. This ensures you get the correct dresser height when measuring from the floor to the dresser’s top. 

2. Always measure dresser drawers

Don’t forget to measure your dresser drawers to ensure you can open them freely. Also, this enables you to position the dresser in a better area, considering other furniture items. If you have the standard dresser drawer height, they should be around six inches. However, bigger dressers have bigger drawers, which might need more space. 

Knowing the different types of dressers can help you get an idea of how much space you need. Learn about the type of dresser you have by reading our ultimate guide.

3. Measure your dresser dimensions twice

To get the correct dresser measurements, measure the dresser’s dimensions twice or thrice if necessary. 

How to Measure a Dresser the Right Way

1. Grab the right tape measure

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You’d be surprised that there are over 20 tape measure types. Selecting the right tape measure lets you measure dressers with convenience. If you have a medium oak dresser, buy a tape measure at least 16 feet long (192 inches). For more oversized furniture, the tape measure must be at least 25 feet or 300 inches. 

Make sure it’s straight when measuring dressers. Fabric tape measures may tend to slump, so maybe getting a pocket (spring return) tape measure with a hard case makes it easier to keep it straight. 

2. Measure dresser height

The dresser’s height is measured from the floor to the dresser’s top. This is crucial when you’re placing your dresser under a window. Most bedroom dressers have a height between 30 and 50 inches. 

3. Measure dresser length

The dresser length or width is the measurement from one side to the other side of the dresser. This is vital when you’re placing the dresser against a wall. The typical dresser length can run between 30 and 80 inches. 

4. Measure the dresser depth

The dresser depth is the side measurements of the item. When measuring the dresser’s depth, include drawers to ensure you can open them freely, especially when positioned in a small space.

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Conclusion

Not quite sure what kind of dresser you need for your bedroom? Don’t fret. We have every dresser style in all sizes for your space, like this beautiful six-drawer pecan dresser perfect for your traditional home. Check out Local Furniture Outlet’s website and enjoy free shipping on every item!