4 Reasons You Should Add Open Shelving in Your Kitchen
When it comes to designing your kitchen, one of the primary details you’ll have to nail down is what kind of shelving or cabinets you want. One trend we’ve spotted recently that we love, is the concept of open shelving. Unlike a traditional kitchen cabinet, open shelving makes all items stored on the shelves exposed, elevating the overall aesthetic of the kitchen.
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Here are four reasons you should consider adding open shelving to your kitchen.
Extra Storage Space
Open shelving increases the amount of space you have per shelf, allowing you to fit more of your glasses and dishes. It also is the ultimate convenience for those that entertain and cook often. Having all your kitchen items visible makes them easy-to-grab at all times.
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2. Makes the Space Bright + Open
Having open shelving in lieu of upper cabinets makes for a very light, airy feeling, while at the same time providing an area to place dinnerware, glasses and even artwork. This wraparound shelf is a great example of form and function with a beautiful result.
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3. Creates an Accent Statement
The beauty in open shelving is the versatility of colors, materials and styles. You can add the shelving in the same color as your cabinets to have continuity, or bring in a completely different color and material to add flavor to your decor. Adding lighting is another way to give your shelves a different look and feel. While this may take a little extra planning, it’s well worth it. If you are interested in doing it yourself you can get some useful tips from Family Handyman.
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4. It’s Budget Friendly
Cabinetry can add up quickly when you’re doing a kitchen renovation. By going with an open shelving plan, you can actually save some money. One quick tip to note is that walls should be reinforced to take the weight of the shelves and all you place on them. This way you won’t have to worry about whether or not you can place your favorite bowl on them. Here is a helpful guide with three ways to install floating shelves.
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