Solid wood + hand-finished brass · Export-only B2B
Brass Dressers — Solid Wood Chests with Hand-Finished Brass
Manufacturer-exporter brass dressers built in Jodhpur: a kiln-dried sheesham or mango hardwood carcass dressed with sheet-brass cladding, hand-cut inlay and cast-brass pulls. Heritage metal looks, dovetailed drawer strength, container-ready for importers, hospitality and private-label brands.
What it is
A wood chest, dressed in brass
A brass dresser is a multi-drawer bedroom or entryway chest where brass is the defining surface — not a plated panel-board lookalike. Every unit we export starts as a solid sheesham (Indian rosewood) or mango-wood carcass with dovetailed, dust-sealed drawer boxes. The brass is then applied by hand: full sheet-brass cladding on fronts and sides, hand-cut brass strip inlay, embossed or repoussé brass panels, or cast-brass pulls, corner caps and escutcheons. The result reads as a genuine metal-and-wood heirloom, with the structural honesty buyers expect from solid-wood furniture.
Because the carcass is real hardwood, these dressers carry weight, resist racking and take repeated drawer cycling — unlike brass-foil-over-particleboard imports. That combination, solid-wood strength under an artisan brass skin, is the Jodhpur and Moradabad-cluster speciality we build to.
Why brass
Properties and benefits buyers ask about
Warm metallic character
Brass brings a golden, light-catching tone that anchors glam, Art-Deco, bohemian and heritage-luxe interiors — a strong point of difference on a crowded wholesale shelf.
Durable and repairable
Brass is corrosion-resistant and does not rust. Scratches burnish out and a tarnished surface re-polishes, so a brass dresser ages gracefully rather than failing.
Solid-wood backbone
The kiln-dried sheesham or mango carcass gives dovetailed joinery, smooth-running drawers and the density to hold hardware securely for the life of the piece.
Finish you control
Bright sealed polish, antiqued patina or raw living finish — specified per order and locked to your spec sheet so repeat containers match the first.
Single-source consolidation
Pair brass dressers with matching nightstands, mirrors, trays and metalware in one compliant container instead of juggling several suppliers.
Flat-pack option
Knockdown / RTA builds raise container density and cut breakage — ideal for large importers and online sellers shipping to a fulfilment centre.
Specifications
Brass dresser spec sheet
Indicative build and trade terms. Exact dimensions, drawer counts and brass patterns are made to your spec — assembled or knockdown.
| Carcass wood | Solid kiln-dried sheesham (Indian rosewood / Dalbergia sissoo) or mango; acacia and reclaimed wood on request |
|---|---|
| Brass application | Sheet-brass cladding · hand-cut strip inlay · embossed / repoussé panels · cast-brass pulls, corner caps and escutcheons |
| Brass finishes | Bright sealed lacquer · antiqued / distressed patina · raw living finish |
| Wood tones | Natural, honey, walnut, dark chocolate, whitewash or custom stain to match your range |
| Drawer build | Dovetailed hardwood drawer boxes; metal or hardwood runners; dust panels |
| Typical configurations | 3, 4, 5 and 6-drawer chests; tallboy and wide / lowboy formats; matching nightstands and mirrors |
| Forms | Fully assembled or knockdown / flat-pack (RTA) |
| Model | ODM (our ready designs) + OEM (private-label / make-to-spec) with CNC carving |
| Packaging | Export-grade; custom / retail-ready / Amazon-FBA-ready / branded / gift on request |
| MOQ | Trial / sample order LCL; thereafter 1× 20ft FCL for best pricing; mixed-category containers supported |
| Lead time | 30–45 days typical; urgent orders at a premium |
| Shipping | FOB / CIF from Mundra or Nhava Sheva, India |
| Compliance | FSC · Vriksh · EUDR-ready · Lacey Act support · CARB / TSCA finishes · ISPM-15 packaging · SGS / SEDEX on request |
Where they sell
Use cases across your channels
Bedroom & entryway retail
Statement brass chests and tallboys for independent and chain furniture retailers chasing a differentiated, heritage-luxe assortment.
Hospitality & contract
Durable, repairable brass dressers and matching case goods for boutique hotels, resorts and serviced residences specified by designers.
Online sellers & dropship
Flat-pack, FBA-ready brass dressers for Wayfair, Amazon and Etsy sellers who need density, clean packaging and consistent repeats.
Private-label brands
OEM programmes where we build the look to your drawings, dimensions, brass pattern and branding — you own the design on the shelf.
Care
Caring for a brass dresser
Lacquer-sealed brass needs only a soft dry cloth; avoid abrasives that cut the seal. For a bright living finish, an occasional brass polish restores shine as the metal oxidises. Antiqued patina is meant to deepen with age — leave it be. Keep the solid-wood carcass out of direct, prolonged sun and off radiators to protect the stain. We supply finish-and-care guidance with every order so your customers keep the piece looking as shipped.
Why source from us
Compliance-proven, breadth-rich, container-ready
Documented, verifiable compliance
FSC chain-of-custody and Vriksh timber-legality on the wood, EUDR due-diligence and Lacey Act support for the US and EU, CARB / TSCA finishes and ISPM-15 packaging. Certificate numbers go to serious buyers directly — see our EUDR readiness.
One compliant container
Consolidate brass dressers with wood furniture, metalware, marble and décor in a single mixed FCL — anchored in genuine Jodhpur solid-wood credibility.
Trial to repeat volume
Our own factory plus a vetted Jodhpur and Moradabad cluster network scales from an LCL trial to large repeat containers under managed QC. Factory visit on prior intimation.
Questions buyers ask
Brass dresser FAQs
What is a brass dresser made of?
Our brass dressers are built on a solid hardwood carcass — kiln-dried sheesham (Indian rosewood) or mango wood — then dressed with sheet-brass cladding, hand-cut brass inlay, embossed brass panels or cast-brass pulls and hardware. The wood gives structural strength and dovetailed drawer boxes; the brass delivers the metallic, heritage look. We do not build panel-board or MDF carcasses.
What is the minimum order quantity for brass dressers?
A trial or sample order can ship LCL so you can assess finish and build before committing. For best, cost-advantaged pricing the minimum is one 20ft FCL, and brass dressers can be mixed with other wood and metal categories in the same compliant container. Lead time is typically 30–45 days.
Will the brass tarnish, and how do you finish it?
Brass naturally develops a patina. We offer three routes: a sealed lacquer finish that holds the bright polished tone and resists tarnish, a deliberately antiqued or distressed patina, or a raw living finish that ages for buyers who want it. Finish is specified per order and documented on your spec sheet, so repeat containers match.
Can you private-label brass dressers to our own design and dimensions?
Yes. We work ODM (our ready designs) and OEM (make-to-your-spec). Send drawings, a reference image or a sample and we match dimensions, drawer configuration, brass pattern, wood tone and hardware, then ship with your branded, retail-ready or Amazon-FBA-ready packaging.
Are brass dressers available flat-pack to cut freight?
Yes. We build assembled and knockdown / RTA versions. Flat-pack mirror-polished drawer units and removable tops maximise container density and reduce breakage in transit — useful for large importers and online sellers.
Which export compliance covers brass dressers?
The solid-wood carcass is covered by FSC chain-of-custody and Vriksh timber-legality verification, with EUDR due-diligence and US Lacey Act declaration support. Finishes are CARB / TSCA Title VI compliant and export packaging is ISPM-15 heat-treated. Certificate numbers are shared directly with serious buyers.
Next step
Price your brass dresser programme
Send drawings, target dimensions, drawer counts and brass finish — or start from our ready designs. We quote FOB / CIF, sample first, then scale from LCL trial to repeat FCL.
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