Ready To Update Your Kitchen? 2 Simple, Yet Attractive Cabinetry Features To Consider

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Updating your kitchen is a great way to not only improve function and appeal, but to also increase the total value of your home. Of course, knowing which areas to focus your update on can be overwhelming. Thankfully, cabinets are a great place to start because they are used a great deal during the course of each day. Here are a few updates to consider if you want to improve the look and function of your kitchen cabinets.

Cabinet Refacing

If you want to change up or enhance the look of your kitchen, you may think you need to replace all of your cabinets. Unfortunately, replacing your cabinets can be expensive and wasteful, especially if they are in good condition. Refacing the cabinets is an affordable alternative, and you may be surprised that there are 3 different options available.

In most people's eyes, refacing involves refinishing and repainting the exterior of the cabinets, doors, and drawer fronts. However, contractors may recommend refacing that includes installing completely new doors and drawer fronts. In addition, you can reface your cabinets by installing new wood or a veneer over each cabinet and drawer.

Organizational Features

Many homeowners have piles of plates, cups, and cookware crammed into their cabinets. Although hidden from the rest of the home, this clutter can decrease the overall function and productivity of your kitchen. By updating your cabinets with a few features, your cabinets can be organized, functional, appealing, and valuable. Here are a few organizational features to consider:

• Pull-Outs – One or more larger pull-out drawers are perfect for storing commonly-used items in the kitchen. Use these drawers to organize pots, pans, and lids, food storage containers, or larger platters that will not fit in standard cabinets and drawers.
• Racks – Ask your contract to build a rack into your cabinets that can be used for storing and displaying plates and china.
• Specialty Storage – Lastly, specialty storage can be designed into your cabinets. Be sure to choose storage that you and your family actually need. For example, built-in wine storage may be appealing, but it will not actually be necessary if you do not drink wine. Specialty storage, such as wire baskets for fruits and vegetables or shelving to hold jars and containers of spices, can be built into most kitchen designs.

Your kitchen is most likely a key room of your house, so updating this space is a smart investment. With this guide, you will be able to update and enhance the cabinets to improve function, appeal, and value. You can visit a hardware supply store like Big John's Closeouts to get ideas for upgrades and fixtures that might appeal to you. 

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13 February 2018