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Ideas To Adapt Custom Cabinet Design To Your Lifestyle
Diego Rojas
Installing custom cabinets in your kitchen can be a big project in itself, or it can be part of an even larger remodel project. While you're remodeling your kitchen with custom cabinets, you may as well go the extra step to make sure the cabinets are designed with your specific lifestyle in mind. Here are some ideas for designing and installing cabinets that are adapted to your needs.
If you have kids
Children can be a delight to have around; however, cleaning up after them may not always be as fun. Some of the top qualities to look for in a cabinet if you have kids include a material or finish that has a textured look and a medium to dark color, along with a matte finish. A shinier finish or lighter color may show more fingerprints and smudges, requiring more frequent cleaning. And, of course, you'll want to look for cabinet materials and finishes that are non-toxic and low-VOC to protect your kids from chemicals.
If you don't have much time for cleaning
Several factors can affect how easy your cabinets are to clean. For example, you can have your cabinets built slightly more shallow than usual so you don't have to stretch to dust all the way in the back. Similarly, choosing cabinet fronts that are smooth and don't have moldings or other unnecessary ledges can make dusting and cleaning much easier.
The finish and material of your cabinets can also affect the ease of maintenance. For example, you can choose a baked-on finish, which allows you to remove dirt from the surface easily. And raised handles can allow you to open cabinets while cooking without getting any grease or food particles on the doors.
If you want to see all your dishes
If you want to be able to see the contents of your cabinets, you can choose cabinets with windowed doors. Whether you have a hard time staying organized, want guests to be able to easily find things, or just like the look of seeing all your dishes stacked in their cupboards, these glass-front cabinets can help you easily see where everything is.
These are just some examples of how you can design custom cabinets with your lifestyle and your own needs in mind. Your cabinet contractor can help you find other ways to adapt your cabinets so that you end up with the best kitchen setup and cabinet materials, designs, and finishes to make your life easier. Contact a customer cabinet service, such as Myers Contractors, near you to learn more.
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