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A Primer on Kitchen Cabinets

Posted by Allison
on August 27th, 2009
Category: Kitchen Remodeling, Tips for Homeowners

Buying kitchen cabinets can be tricky business, as they are perhaps the most important part of the whole kitchen design. You’ll look at them and use them every day, so you want to think about how stunning they are, but also how well the drawers open and all that functional stuff.

The door style is one place to start, as it will set the tone for the kitchen cabinet design. If your home is fairly traditional, consider high arching tops with a raised panel front. For contemporary kitchens (boy, is that one dramatic…but what about that kitchen triangle…the ovens are pretty far away!)…look for flat panel doors without much fuss.

You also want to look at the cabinet construction to make sure it is sturdy enough for your use. Do you have a large family that will be opening and closing doors (slamming, perhaps?) all day….or is it just you? Here’s a good kitchen cabinet image that shows how the various pieces go together and what to look for. Open and close the drawers a few times in the showroom – you’ll get a sense of how it will work at home. Be aware, however, that if it’s a busy showroom, it may have taken some abuse from customers already—how has it held up?

Contractor Insights

If you’re working with a contractor, ask him or her for recommendations on brand and style. While a lot of it is personal preference, the contractor should be able to help with which brands stand up over time.

Selecting kitchen cabinets are key to your overall remodeling success, as they are the main focal point of the room. Before the remodeling gets underway, spend some time looking at various cabinet lines so you know what you prefer and what you can afford.

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