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Custom Kitchen Cabinets in the Contemporary Style

Cathy, Kitchen Cabinet Pro — Sun, 04 Sep 2011 15:59:02 +0000

The great thing about custom cabinets is the wide variety of options in styles, colors, and so on that are available. Are you looking for custom kitchen cabinets in the contemporary style? There are a few things you will need to consider.

Door Style and Hardware

Contemporary cabinet doors are typically sleek slabs of wood. Sometimes, the upper cabinet doors will hinge upward, which requires special hardware. Some of the newer styles even come in stainless steel with glass panels. Be sure to explore all of the available options. As far as door and drawer pulls, keep it simple with no ornate patterns. Satin nickel is a popular finish.

Cabinet Finishes and Countertops

Besides stainless steel and glass, you can get contemporary cabinets in virtually any stain or paint color. Oftentimes, homeowners will choose very light or very dark brown stain colors. For painted finishes, you can go with white or black, or virtually any color you like, from red to purple.

There are many things to consider when you are choosing custom kitchen cabinets, even in the contemporary style. From door style to countertop material, you will find a wide variety of options for your new cabinets.

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Contemporary Kitchen Cabinets: Finding The Right Materials

Cathy, Kitchen Cabinet Pro — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 14:48:32 +0000

Creating a kitchen that has a contemporary interior design requires some carefully selected items. Often, such a kitchen theme requires custom made cabinets and other accessories such as lighting. It is important to remember that the cabinets blend in well with the kitchen appliances since most refrigerators, dishwashers, ranges and ovensare built in between the cabinets. Additionally, the cabinets should fit in well with the colors of the counter tops, floor and wall tiles.

Choosing Contemporary Materials

Many people choose metal cabinets when creating a contemporary or modern kitchen. While some may not like the industrial look of stainless steel kitchen cabinets, others love the look this type of cabinet conveys. Various types of woods can also be incorporated easily into the contemporary design – just keep it simple regardless of what stain you may choose.

Selecting The Right Finish

The best choices for a contemporary kitchen cabinets are those with vinyl finishes. Such cabinets are made from solid wood but are coated with vinyl, which is available in colors such as vanilla white and black that define a modern interior design.

To maximize the contemporary appearance, the kitchen cabinets should be fitted with the right type of handles, which are available in an array of designs and finishes such as stainless steel, nickel, and silver.

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Kitchen Cabinets in Modern or Traditional Style

Cathy, Kitchen Cabinet Pro — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:01:13 +0000

Coordinating your kitchen cabinets and accessories to achieve the style you want in your kitchen is important so you will enjoy the time you spend in your kitchen. There are certainly many styles, designs and types of kitchen cabinets from which to choose when you are making your plans.

Modern Kitchen Cabinets

Modern kitchens often incorporate metal cabinets in stainless steel or painted metal. If you choose painted metal, you can spice up your décor with your favorite color and then accentuate with contrasting or various shades of the cabinet color. Additionally, light woods such as maple are also a good choice for a modern style.

Traditional Kitchen Cabinets

Traditional Kitchens are generally equipped with wood kitchen cabinets and there are many beautiful woods to select from. You can opt for dark or light wood cabinets, depending on your space and the look you want. The lighter the wood tone, the larger your kitchen will appear. If you have a large kitchen design, darker woods add a dramatic, elegant look.

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Consider Contemporary Kitchen Cabinets For Sleek, Open Look

Cathy, Kitchen Cabinet Pro — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 15:24:38 +0000

When it comes to cabinets most people think about the type of wood finish they want or whether to choose crown molding or leave the cabinets plain, but just like furniture, kitchen cabinets have their own style.

The particular look of kitchen cabinets that you go for depends on the theme you want for your kitchen. It does not have to perfectly match the rest of your home, but it should flow with the décor.

If you want to create a contemporary kitchen, cabinets can give you the clean sleek look and feel you want. Glass is often a major part of the design in a contemporary kitchen. From glass doors to glass shelves, you’ll find a wide variety of options to help you create a dynamic contemporary kitchen design when you’re ready to remodel your kitchen.

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