Kitchen cabinets are the built-in up furniture which we all have in our kitchens for storage of food, cooking equipment, and mostly silverware and dishes for table service. Appliances such as refrigerators, dishwashers, and ovens are often embedded in the kitchen cabinetry.
FIRST THING TO LOOK AT IS THE STYLE
Here are the different styles of kitchen cabinets you have to choose from;
SHAKER
Shaker cabinets are no doubt the most kitchen cabinet style to day. These cabinets consist of a five-piece flat panel that builds a frame with four of the pieces and a single flat center panel as the fifth piece. They work well in both modern and contemporary kitchen.
GLASS FRONT
Glass-front cabinets are excellent for mixing and matching. A glass-front cabinets can be made up of single panes or several panes. You can view the inside of your cabinet while still keeping your items safe.
BEADBOARD
Beadboard cabinets are great for those who want to create a relaxed, cottage-style kitchen. Made of rows of vertical planks, these cabinets add warmth to your kitchen.
FLAT-FRONT
Flat-front or slab door cabinets are excellent for anyone who wants a minimalistic look in their kitchen. They are usually made from a single piece of plywood and they look nice in any modern or contemporary kitchen.
MOST POPULAR MATERIAL
METAL
Aluminium is a steady metal. It is non-corrosive, nonflammable and odorless. Aluminium is durable. safe, hygienic, termite-free, waterproof and anti-rust.
STAINLESS STEEL
In modern kitchen, apart from aluminium, stainless steel is another material that is used for the cabinets. It is easy to maintain and clean.
WOOD
Plywood is low cost, resistant to moisture, and offers increased stability. Each piece of plywood cabinetry is layered with thin pieces of wood glued on top of one another.
Solid wood also looks lovely, made from cherry, oak, pine among others,
THE FINISHED
Here are some among the finishing options to choose from:
- Stained : Stain can be applied to wood to enhance the grain, change the colour, or protect your cabinets.
- Glazed: This can alter the texture and colour of your cabinetry
- Natural : This finish does not use stains or dyes and keep the natural colour visible
- Painted : Painted cabinets give you robust colour options
- Varnished : This gives your cabinets extra durability and heat resistance
HARDWARE
Kitchen cabinet hardware (handles, pulls and knots ) comes in a wide range of finishes, styles, materials and colours. Some of the popular hardware are :
- Modern
- Contemporary
- Transitional
- Electric
Some among the popular materials for hardware include:
- Brass
- Bronze
- Stainless steel
- Wood
Some among the popular finishes include :
- Polish silver, antique or Nickle,
- Satin chrome
- Weathered nickel
- Burnished nickel or Brass
The best kitchen cabinets is one that will fulfill your requirements for functionality, style and quality.
If you are looking for some help with your kitchen cabinets, contact Manser Saxson Contracting Company in Mauritius. Manser Saxon Company offers a full range of quality services.