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Here is a problem you might know too well. You hang up your coats and dresses, step back, and feel pleased. Then you spot the jumpers, the socks, and the folded T-shirts, and there is nowhere to put any of it. That is the trouble with a plain wardrobe. It gives you rails and nothing else. So you go and buy a chest of drawers as well, and suddenly two big lumps of furniture are squabbling over one small room. There is a much easier fix. A high gloss wardrobe with drawers already built in. Let me talk you through how to pick a good one. What Is a High Gloss Wardrobe with Drawers? Quick Answer It is one wardrobe that puts hanging rails and built-in drawers behind a shiny gloss front. Coats and dresses go up top on the rail. Jumpers and socks fold neatly into the drawers below. One piece does the work of two, which saves you money and floor space in a UK bedroom. Right, let us dig in. Why Add Drawers to a Wardrobe? Think about what your bedroom actually needs. Somewhere to hang things and somewhere to fold things. A plain wardrobe only sorts out the first half. Drawers deal with the rest. They swallow all the folded bits that would otherwise sit in a heap on the chair. Socks, tees, jumpers, and underwear are all tucked away where you can grab them. But the biggest win is space. When your wardrobe already has drawers, you might not need a separate chest of drawers at all. That is one whole piece of furniture gone from the room. In a poky UK bedroom, that kind of saving really shows. This is exactly why high gloss wardrobes with drawers have become so popular in smaller homes. And it just looks tidier. Everything sits in one spot, behind one clean front. The room feels calmer the moment you walk in. How Many Drawers Do You Need? The right number really depends on who sleeps in the room and how much they own. Two Drawers for the Basics Two drawers are plenty for one person or a smaller room. They take your everyday folded bits without adding any bulk. If you have got a bit of storage elsewhere, this is all you need. It keeps the wardrobe slim and keeps the price down too. Three or Four Drawers for More Storage Three or four drawers suit couples and families far better. You get room for two people's folded clothes, plus spare bedding and odds and ends. This is usually the point where you can ditch the chest of drawers for good. It costs a bit more, sure, but it pays you back by doing two jobs at once. Matching Doors to Drawers Drawers nearly always sit under a set of doors. How many doors you go for decides your hanging space. A two-door design with drawers is great for one person or a tight room. You get a tidy block of hanging space, with folding storage sitting underneath. A three-door layout gives you more room for clothes without turning into a giant. It slots into a normal double bedroom nicely. A four-door version with drawers is the biggest of the bunch. It hands couples loads of hanging and folding space in a single unit. The catch is you need a long wall for it, so check your room before you fall in love with one. Why High Gloss Works So Well The shiny finish on a high gloss wardrobe is not only about looks, though it does look lovely. It earns its keep. A gloss surface throws light back at you. It bounces daylight and lamplight round the room, a bit like a soft mirror. In a small or dark UK bedroom, that little trick makes the whole space feel wider and brighter. Gloss brings a clean, modern feel too. It suits up-to-date rooms and sits happily next to plain walls and simple bedding. And keeping it clean is dead easy. A smooth gloss front wipes down in seconds with a soft cloth. No scrubbing, no bother. Colours That Suit UK Bedrooms High gloss wardrobes come in a handful of classic colours, and each one shifts the mood of the room. White gloss is the brightest and the safest bet. It reflects the most light and goes with just about anything. It is the natural pick for a small or north-facing room that never gets much sun. Grey gloss feels calm and current. It hides the odd mark a touch better than white, and it pairs with most colours. Go darker grey if you want a bit more warmth and depth in a bigger room. Black gloss is bold and full of drama. It looks best in a large, bright room where it will not close things in. Team it with light walls, and it stays balanced. Is It Real Wood or MDF? Here is an honest bit that saves a lot of confusion when you shop. The most affordable high gloss wardrobes in the UK are not solid wood. They use MDF or engineered board with a high gloss finish pressed on top. That shine you see is the smooth laminated surface. And that is a good thing, not a bad one. MDF with a gloss finish is sturdy, lighter to work with, and quick for flat-pack delivery. It costs a fraction of the cost of solid timber and still looks sleek. For day-to-day bedroom use, it does the job brilliantly. So when you find a gloss wardrobe at a fair price, this is nearly always what you are getting. It is completely normal, and it is perfectly fine for a family home. Measure Before You Buy A wardrobe with drawers is a chunky piece, so a few minutes with a tape measure pays off. Miss this step and you could be sending it straight back. Measure the width of the wall where it will go. Measure the height, since most units run around 180cm to 200cm. Watch out for low ceilings in lofts and older UK homes. Leave room in front for the drawers to pull right out. Measure your front door, inner doorways, and stairs for delivery. Jot the numbers down and take them with you. A wardrobe that will not fit the room or squeeze up the stairs is a pricey mistake. If you are stuck on sizing, our guide to choosing the right wardrobe size walks you through every measurement. Keeping the Gloss Looking New Gloss is low fuss, but a quick bit of care keeps it fresh. It only takes a minute. Wipe with a soft microfibre cloth, never a paper towel. Use warm water with a drop of washing-up liquid for marks. Dry it straight after so you do not get streaks on the shiny doors. Steer clear of bleach and gritty sprays, as they dull the finish. The odd fingerprint will show on a gloss front, so a weekly wipe keeps it looking sharp. The drawer fronts just need the same soft cloth now and then. Quick Buying Guide Here is everything in one quick look. Your situation What to pick One person or small room 2 door, 2 drawer wardrobe Standard double room 3 doors with drawers Couple or master bedroom 4 doors with drawers Small or dark room White gloss Modern, calm look Grey gloss No room for a chest of drawers Wardrobe with 3 or 4 drawers Bringing It Together A high gloss wardrobe with drawers knocks out two problems in one go. You get your hanging space and your folding space in the same piece, so the chest of drawers can stay in the shop. The gloss keeps the room bright and modern. Pick your doors and drawers to match what you own, choose a colour to suit your light, and measure up before you order. Get those right, and you land one clever piece that holds the lot and still looks smart years down the line. If you are ready to look, The Urban Furnishing offers high gloss wardrobes with drawers in white, grey, dark grey and black, with free UK mainland delivery. Want to keep that shine looking new? Our guide to caring for high gloss furniture covers the simple weekly routine. Frequently Asked Questions Are high gloss wardrobes with drawers good for small UK bedrooms? Yes. High gloss wardrobes with drawers pack hanging and folding storage into one unit, so you save floor space. The gloss finish also bounces light around, which makes a small room feel bigger and brighter. Do I still need a chest of drawers with one of these? Usually not. A wardrobe with three or four drawers tends to hold all your folded clothes. That means you can skip a separate chest of drawers and free up the floor. Are high gloss wardrobes real wood? Most affordable ones in the UK are MDF or engineered board with a high gloss finish, not solid timber. This keeps them lighter and cheaper, and they still look sleek. What colour high gloss wardrobe is best for a small room? White gloss is the top choice because it reflects the most light. Grey gloss comes a close second and hides marks a little better, which helps in a busy bedroom. Do high gloss wardrobes show fingerprints? A little, yes. A quick weekly wipe with a soft microfibre cloth keeps the shine clear. Warm water with a drop of washing up liquid lifts most marks with no effort.