Addison Street Black Chest

This chest is crafted with premium oak veneers, a choice that offers both aesthetic beauty and structural advantages. While solid wood is often prized, high-quality veneers are actually more resistant to the natural expansion and contraction caused by temperature fluctuations. This makes the piece less likely to develop cracks or splits over time, ensuring the vertical grain pattern remains pristine for years.

Based on our furniture care expertise, we recommend dusting the black finish regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth to prevent buildup. For deeper cleaning, a slightly damp cloth with mild soap is sufficient; however, it is critical to avoid harsh chemical cleaners or furniture polishes that contain silicone, as these can damage the veneer’s protective topcoat and the specialized gold finish on the bar pulls.

This chest offers five drawers that are 20 inches deep, providing ample room for bulky items like sweaters and denim. Because the drawers feature full-extension glides, you can pull the drawer out completely to see and reach items at the very back, effectively utilizing every cubic inch of storage space available.

For those in humid regions, the construction of this chest is particularly advantageous. Solid wood panels can swell significantly in high humidity, often causing drawers to stick or frames to warp. The use of oak veneers over a stable core provides greater resistance to these environmental changes, ensuring the drawers continue to slide smoothly even in moisture-rich coastal environments.

Yes, this chest is specifically designed to solve the storage challenges of smaller living spaces. With a vertical profile of 51 inches in height and a 40-inch width, it functions as a "tallboy" or highboy, providing substantial storage capacity on a minimal floor footprint. Its verticality allows you to maximize your organization without sacrificing valuable walkway space.

This chest is engineered for long-term durability, featuring drawers built with front and back English dovetail joints. This traditional joinery method creates a mechanical interlock that is far superior to staples or glue, ensuring the drawer remains structurally sound under the weight of a full wardrobe. Furthermore, it utilizes side-mounted, full-extension ball-bearing glides, which provide a smooth, silent operation and allow you to access the entire depth of the drawer with ease.