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Remodel Kitchen with Kitchen Cabinets & Hardware
Kitchen Cabinets & Hardware
Branded as the building blocks of the heart of homes, your kitchen cabinets collectively make up for a great part of the functionality as well as the ambiance of the room. For this reason changes in your cabinetry is a remodeling project in itself that can easily spruce up how kitchens look and feel. To complete the look of your kitchen cabinets and make them as practical as they should be, among the essentials is the hardware. This article discusses more on cabinetry hardware and how you can make details count.
When we talk about hardware, these are not limited to practical metal items that are needed to keep your kitchen cabinets whole and working as efficiently as can be but these can also be used for aesthetic purposes as well. Today, you can find a wide assortment of hardware that are made from different materials such as satin nickel, porcelain, plastic, wood, stone, glass and stainless steel and comes in various shapes, sizes and designs to perfectly complement whatever style of cabinetry or vanity you plan to spruce up from classic to eclectic and anywhere in between.
There are different ways to update the hardware of your kitchen cabinets to achieve an entirely new look and function without spending a fortune.
• Refinish. If your kitchen cabinet hardware is in great condition and you love the shape and design they brandish, you can make them more interesting simply by refinishing. There are various ways to go about this, but the process will depend on what look you want achieved. Some of the most common techniques used include repainting with brush or spray applicator and plating. Make sure that they are cleaned off properly and in case of rust—sanded and primered.
• Replace. Buying another set of hardware for your kitchen cabinets is another way to update the heart of your home. If your budget is limited, and you can only purchase several pieces, then make sure to match the design and finish of the old ones to the new. Mix and matched look is a great idea but be sure to do it right or the results will be disastrous. When shopping for kitchen cabinet hardware, some essential factors to look into are the size, material, color and finish, price as well as theme of the design—for example pretty floral details for garden-themed kitchens.
Some of the most common hardware used to make kitchen cabinets look appealing and work efficiently includes:
1. Knobs and pulls- are mounted on cabinet doors and drawers through a bolt and screw assembly to make opening and closing easier. Most hardware already comes complete with screws.
2. Door catches- helps keep cabinet doors stay shut. There are various types of this hardware to choose from and your choice will depend highly on how you want your kitchen cabinets to work. These vary in installment and operation and some of the most common are: roller spring, magnetic, bullet and touch catch.
3. Hinges- hold the doors to the frame of kitchen cabinets. Depending on the door style, there are different types of hardware to use such as ornamental strap hinge or a concealed hinge, semi-concealed cabinet hinges and pivot hinge.
When we talk about hardware, these are not limited to practical metal items that are needed to keep your kitchen cabinets whole and working as efficiently as can be but these can also be used for aesthetic purposes as well. Today, you can find a wide assortment of hardware that are made from different materials such as satin nickel, porcelain, plastic, wood, stone, glass and stainless steel and comes in various shapes, sizes and designs to perfectly complement whatever style of cabinetry or vanity you plan to spruce up from classic to eclectic and anywhere in between.
There are different ways to update the hardware of your kitchen cabinets to achieve an entirely new look and function without spending a fortune.
• Refinish. If your kitchen cabinet hardware is in great condition and you love the shape and design they brandish, you can make them more interesting simply by refinishing. There are various ways to go about this, but the process will depend on what look you want achieved. Some of the most common techniques used include repainting with brush or spray applicator and plating. Make sure that they are cleaned off properly and in case of rust—sanded and primered.
• Replace. Buying another set of hardware for your kitchen cabinets is another way to update the heart of your home. If your budget is limited, and you can only purchase several pieces, then make sure to match the design and finish of the old ones to the new. Mix and matched look is a great idea but be sure to do it right or the results will be disastrous. When shopping for kitchen cabinet hardware, some essential factors to look into are the size, material, color and finish, price as well as theme of the design—for example pretty floral details for garden-themed kitchens.
Some of the most common hardware used to make kitchen cabinets look appealing and work efficiently includes:
1. Knobs and pulls- are mounted on cabinet doors and drawers through a bolt and screw assembly to make opening and closing easier. Most hardware already comes complete with screws.
2. Door catches- helps keep cabinet doors stay shut. There are various types of this hardware to choose from and your choice will depend highly on how you want your kitchen cabinets to work. These vary in installment and operation and some of the most common are: roller spring, magnetic, bullet and touch catch.
3. Hinges- hold the doors to the frame of kitchen cabinets. Depending on the door style, there are different types of hardware to use such as ornamental strap hinge or a concealed hinge, semi-concealed cabinet hinges and pivot hinge.
White Kitchens - White Kitchen Photos 2
White Kitchens - Kitchen Photos 2
White Kitchens make splendid kitchens. They reflect light creating an amazing ambiance in a room. They are great for small areas with a lack of light due to their reflective qualities. If you want a clean, timeless colour then white is perfect.
Kitchen Design Trends
The Latest Kitchen Design Trends
Are you considering renovating your kitchen? Are you ready to change the old for the new? Are you looking for the fad kitchen design ideas for your working place? Typically every year, new ideas come and go as they are meant to be but it does not mean that you need to change your kitchen designs year after year. Renovation can be very costly so people are advised to get fad designs that will last a very long time. Listed below are some of the tips on kitchen design ideas.
Bright is right - Instead of the classic neutral wall painting, the trend for this year are bright reds, blues, greens and yellows. This may shock you. However, the kitchen is one part of your house that can be painted and look good with this type of paint.Mess is out, Neat is in - Before, the use of refrigerator magnets are tolerated. They look cute. The countertop is filled with mess like the kitchen utensils, the walls full of hanging pots or pans. Well, this year the mess should be all but cleared out! Classic and clean kitchen countertops and refrigerator doors are in trend.
Vintage is back - The old style of mortar and pestle on the counter top is one good way to imitate the old design. You can simply alter the old style appliances with the modern and more efficient ones. The premise for this kind of look is the minimalism and cleanliness.
Kitchen for a chef - If you would like to go for this kind of look, you may want to look at what most restaurants look like today. This is because they usually update their kitchens regularly because for them, kitchen creates a mood for chefs. If your kitchen is seen on the dining room, this look will look good for your house.
Elegant look
- Flooring - For the kind of materials for the flooring, the best is to look for ones that come in sleek design like white ceramic, porcelain tiles, natural stone.
- Countertops - Use porcelain or the glass backsplashes which is still in trend. This classic design is one of the many designs that may never come out of trend.
- Cabinets - Installing organizing racks inside your cabinet is one of what modern kitchens have. Cabinets seen are mostly made from cherry wood and maple wood. The cabinet doors on the other hand are made of glass, nickel or aluminum. This is what is in for kitchen trends.
- Appliances - In modern houses, the appliances are mostly built under the counter or dishwashers hiding inside the drawer. The best thing about this technique is that does not just make the room to appear clean, it also allows more storage and promotes multipurpose tops.
By Richard McIntyre
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