Desks | Chests & Cabinets

Provence 3 Drawer Chest

Place the chest bedside for clothing, accessories, and personal items. In hallways and entryways, it stores gloves, scarves, keys, and mail. In living rooms, it serves as an accent piece with decorative surface display above and organized storage below. The compact footprint fits spaces where larger dressers or credenzas would overwhelm the room.

Provence Credenza

In living rooms, the credenza supports televisions and conceals streaming devices, cable boxes, and gaming consoles behind closed doors. In dining rooms, it stores table linens, serving pieces, and dinnerware for entertaining. In home offices, it provides closed-door filing and supply storage that maintains clean visual lines. The enclosed format keeps contents dust-free and out of sight.

Dune Modern Wood Desk

Position the desk to take advantage of natural light without screen glare. In dedicated home offices, pair it with an ergonomic task chair and adequate lighting. In multipurpose rooms, the Dune's curved profile and clean design integrate into living spaces without creating a "work zone" visual that disrupts relaxation areas. Allow 36 to 42 inches of clearance behind the desk for chair movement.

Daily Care

Dust surfaces regularly with a soft, dry cloth or microfiber duster. Wipe in the direction of the wood grain to prevent surface scratching. Use coasters under beverages and placemats under objects with rough bases to protect the Sand finish from moisture rings and surface abrasion.

Cleaning

For deeper cleaning, dampen a soft cloth with water and a small amount of mild dish soap, then wipe surfaces gently. Dry immediately with a clean cloth to prevent moisture from penetrating the veneer. Avoid spray cleaners containing silicone, ammonia, or alcohol, which can cloud or strip wood finishes over time.

Drawer Maintenance

Soft-close drawer glides on the Provence Chest operate smoothly without slamming. If drawers begin to stick, check for items catching on the interior sides or back. Apply a small amount of paraffin wax to the glide rails annually for continued smooth operation. Avoid overloading drawers beyond their weight capacity, which strains the dovetail joints and glide mechanism.

Environmental Protection

Position wood furniture away from direct sunlight, which fades finishes and dries the wood over time. Maintain consistent indoor humidity between 35% and 55% to prevent warping or cracking. Avoid placing wood furniture near heating vents, radiators, or fireplaces where temperature fluctuations are most extreme.

What is dovetail drawer construction?
Dovetail joints interlock wood pieces at alternating angles, creating the strongest drawer corner construction available in furniture making. The Provence 3 Drawer Chest ($1,600) uses dovetail construction on all three drawers, ensuring joints remain tight through decades of daily opening and closing. This construction method is a hallmark of quality furniture that distinguishes built-to-last pieces from stapled or glued alternatives.

What is White Oak Veneer with a Sand finish?
White Oak Veneer is a thin layer of genuine White Oak wood applied over the rubberwood solid frame. Flat-cut veneering reveals the wood's natural cathedral grain pattern. "Random matched" means each veneer panel shows slightly different grain character rather than a uniform engineered appearance, giving the furniture a more natural, organic look. The Sand finish applies a warm, light tone that highlights the grain.

What is rubberwood and is it durable?
Rubberwood is a dense, sustainable hardwood harvested from rubber trees (Hevea brasiliensis) after they complete their latex-producing life cycle, typically 25 to 30 years. This gives rubberwood a built-in sustainability advantage since the trees are not harvested solely for lumber. Rubberwood density is comparable to maple, providing strong structural integrity for furniture frames and drawer construction.

Can the Provence Credenza hold a television?
Yes. The Provence Credenza is constructed with rubberwood solids capable of supporting televisions and media components. Ensure the credenza width exceeds your television width for proper visual proportion. The enclosed interior stores streaming devices, cable boxes, and gaming consoles while concealing cables and equipment behind closed doors.

How long does Rowe furniture delivery take?
Rowe case goods are made to order in Virginia, typically requiring 8 to 12 weeks for production plus transit time for delivery. The Provence Chest features KD (knock-down) legs for simplified delivery and in-home assembly. Contact Casa Bella Decor at 855.223.3267 for current production timelines on specific pieces and to confirm delivery scheduling.

Where can I buy Rowe desks and chests with free shipping?
Casa Bella Decor is an authorized Rowe Fine Furniture dealer offering the Provence and Dune collections online. Shop at casabelladecor.net to receive 20% OFF your entire order plus free delivery across the USA. All pieces are handcrafted in Virginia with the same quality construction Rowe has delivered since 1946.

All Rowe case goods from Casa Bella Decor ship with complimentary delivery across the United States. Made-to-order production in Virginia typically requires 8 to 12 weeks plus transit time. The Provence Chest features KD (knock-down) legs that simplify delivery and allow straightforward in-home assembly without professional installation.

For questions about dimensions, finishes, assembly, or delivery scheduling, contact our team at 855.223.3267 or email cs@casabelladecor.net.