Cabinets & Chests
Cabinets and chests of drawers in Saudi Arabia — luxury storage furniture does more than hide things away: a premium cabinet or chest of drawers gives a room its structure, its calm, and a bold piece of design to admire. At RIS you will find elegant bar cabinets, refined storage cabinets and chests of drawers made for bedrooms, halls and living rooms in Saudi homes. Complete the look with pieces from our bedrooms collection and small accents from home décor.
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Bar Cabinet, Cabinet or Chest of Drawers — Which Do You Need?
- Bar cabinets are tall, sophisticated pieces with doors that open to reveal shelves for glassware, coffee sets, dallah and serving pieces — made for hosting in the majlis and living room.
- Storage cabinets are flexible closed storage for halls and living rooms: table linens, games, documents and serving ware kept behind elegant doors.
- Chests of drawers belong in the bedroom — wide, smooth drawers for folded clothes, accessories and bed linen, with a top surface made for styling.
What Fits Where
In the bedroom, a chest of drawers stands beside the wardrobe or under a window; its drawers take folded clothes and its surface holds a mirror, a lamp and a tray for perfume. In the hall or entryway, a cabinet gives guests a refined first impression and swallows shoes, bags and daily clutter behind closed doors. In the living room or majlis, a bar cabinet becomes the hosting corner — glasses, coffee and serving pieces ready before guests arrive, and a sophisticated closed piece of furniture when they leave.
How to Choose the Right Size
Measure the wall first, and leave a few centimetres of breathing space on each side — storage furniture looks best when it is not squeezed. Check that doors and drawers open fully without hitting other furniture, and leave at least 80–90 cm of free floor in front of a chest of drawers so you can stand comfortably while opening them. In a bedroom, the chest top should sit lower than the window sill or mirror above it, keeping the wall balanced.
Styling the Top Surface
The top of a cabinet or chest is a stage. Keep it to a few confident pieces: a mirror or framed art above, a lamp or vase for height, and a tray or decorative box to gather small items. Leave part of the surface empty — that empty space is what makes the arrangement look luxurious rather than busy.
Wood Care for Cabinets and Chests
Dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth, following the direction of the wood grain. Wipe spills at once, use coasters and trays under bottles and glasses inside a bar cabinet, and keep pieces away from long hours of direct sunlight. Drawers glide best when they are not overloaded — spread heavy items between drawers instead of filling one to the top.
Delivery Across Saudi Arabia
RIS delivers across Saudi Arabia, with free delivery in main cities on orders of 2,500 SAR or more. Cabinets and chests are packed with extra protection on corners and doors for the journey to your home, and you can see them in person at our Jeddah showroom.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a bar cabinet used for?
A bar cabinet stores glassware, coffee sets, serving pieces and bottles behind closed doors, on shelves arranged for hosting. In Saudi homes it often becomes the coffee and hospitality corner of the majlis or living room. Everything for guests stays ready inside, then closes away into a sophisticated furniture piece.
What is the difference between a cabinet and a chest of drawers?
A cabinet stores things behind doors, usually on shelves; a chest of drawers stores things in drawers. Drawers suit folded clothes and smaller items better, so bedrooms usually need a chest. Halls and living rooms usually suit cabinets with shelves for bulkier pieces.
Where should I put a chest of drawers in the bedroom?
Place a chest of drawers against the longest free wall in the bedroom, beside the wardrobe or under a window. Leave 80–90 cm of clear floor in front so the drawers open fully and you can stand comfortably. Style the top with a mirror above it, and keep the chest top below the window sill.
Can a cabinet work in a small apartment?
Yes, a cabinet works very well in a small apartment — closed storage is the secret of a calm small home. One elegant cabinet in the hall or living room hides clutter that would otherwise sit on open surfaces. The whole apartment feels bigger and more refined.
How do I style the top of a chest of drawers?
Style the top with the classic trio: something tall like a lamp or vase, something flat like a tray or a stack of books, and something personal like a framed photo. Leave part of the surface empty. That empty space is what makes the arrangement look luxurious, not crowded.
What should I store in a living room cabinet?
Store the things you need nearby but do not want on display: table linens, serving ware, board games, documents, chargers and guest essentials. Behind closed doors they stay dust-free and out of sight. The room stays calm, and everything is still within reach when guests arrive.
How do I care for wooden storage furniture?
Dust wooden cabinets with a soft, dry cloth, following the direction of the grain, and wipe spills immediately. Use trays and coasters under bottles and glasses, especially inside a bar cabinet. Keep the piece out of long direct sunlight and avoid strong sprays, which can dull the finish.
Is a bar cabinet suitable for a majlis?
Yes, a bar cabinet is made for the majlis. It keeps the dallah, coffee cups and serving pieces organised and ready before guests arrive. When the visit ends it closes into one sophisticated piece of furniture, so the majlis always looks calm and prepared.
How much space do drawers need to open?
Plan 80–90 cm of clear floor in front of a chest of drawers — the full drawer depth plus standing room. Check that open drawers and doors clear beds, room doors and other furniture. Storage furniture also looks best with a few centimetres of breathing space on each side.
Can a chest of drawers replace a wardrobe?
A chest of drawers can replace a wardrobe for folded clothes, accessories and bed linen — but hanging clothes still need a wardrobe. Most bedrooms work best with both: the wardrobe for hanging, the chest for everything folded, and a styled surface on top.
Do cabinets come assembled?
Cabinets and chests are delivered with care, with extra protection on all corners and doors. If you need help placing or setting up a large piece, ask our team when you order. You can also inspect the pieces in person at our Jeddah showroom before you buy.
Do you deliver cabinets outside Riyadh and Jeddah?
Yes, RIS delivers cabinets and chests to all regions of Saudi Arabia. Delivery is free in main cities on orders of 2,500 SAR or more, and every piece is packed with extra protection on corners and doors for the journey.
How do I choose the right size cabinet?
Measure the wall first, then size the cabinet for your bulkiest item plus 10–15% extra headroom, so doors close easily and nothing is squeezed. Leave a few centimetres of breathing space on each side, and check that doors and drawers open fully. Buy for the largest piece you own, not the average one.
