Kitchen Cabinet Styles
Shaker
Shaker cabinets are versatile design that works well in many
different homes. Traditional or modern
style kitchens can have beautiful shaker cabinets.
Cathedral
Another popular choice which was inspired by Gothic
architecture is cathedral style of cabinets.
This style boasts an arch of the cabinet front panel that can be sized
to your liking. Cathedral style cabinets
are more traditional and work best when there are taller ceilings.
Arch
A close relative to the cathedral style, this design has a
basic arch on the front compared to the ornate arch of a cathedral
cabinet. The arch style tends to work
best in a traditional kitchen. You can
even have the arch portion made of clear glass to give your kitchen a beautiful
look.
Raised Panel
If you are looking for an upscale look, than raised panel
cabinets would fit the bill. The center
or the cabinet door is slightly raised above the rest of the cabinet. Raised panels also look best in more
traditional designs.
Inset
Inset cabinets are made to fit precisely into the cabinet
frame. The hinges are visible therefore
you will need to take care in the type of hinges you choose. Due to the way inset cabinets are
constructed, they tend to be more expensive than other styles.
Flat
If you like the contemporary look with straight, clean
lines, a flat cabinet will work best.
Flat panels are simply constructed with no overlaid pieces or arches;
only a flat piece of the material of your choice with a simple handle.
Glass
Glass cabinets look fantastic and add more light to your
kitchen if you are lacking in natural light.
Clear or frosted options are available.
Having solid glass or glass mixed with wood works well in almost any
kitchen design. With glass cabinets you
can showcase what is typically hidden behind wood doors.
Laminate
If you are interested in a budget friendly option or would
like texture or a bright color, then you should choose laminate cabinets. When you have a contemporary taste, the
variety of chooses of laminate cabinets will work will in your design.
Distressed
If your design is more vintage or antique than distressed
cabinets are the best choice. They do
come at a higher price point because the cabinets have to be made and then
distressed.
Beadboard
Cabinets with a beadboard design are fantastic choice in many
designs but they look best in cottage style or vintage kitchens. The beadboard is layed in the center of the
cabinet and decorative trim is placed on the outside. The
only possible downside to beadboard is the cleaning; it may be more difficult
to get into the nooks and crannies of the cabinet.
Before you start your kitchen design, it is important to be
familiar with the various styles of cabinets so that you can make the best
choice for your style. Consult the
expert designers at J & B Fine Cabinetry today to help you with all of your
design needs.