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Today, we see contemporary kitchen cabinets become exceeding popular. Interestingly, while contemporary kitchen cabinets are used in modern style kitchens, they are also a great choice for traditional kitchens. When shopping around for new cabinets, the choices can seem overwhelming. Although you could go with just about anything, contemporary kitchen cabinets look great and add value to this all-important room of the house.
When looking to buy new cabinets, a number of things should be considered. For instance, traditional cabinets, also known as face-frame cabinets should have a .25 to 1.0 inch gap between drawers and doors. The other option for this type of cabinet is having them lay on top of the wood frame, keeping it by 1.0 to 1.5 inches wide. Then, remember that face-frame kitchen cabinets do not have visible hinges, giving them a nice contemporary flair. Something you want to be aware of is that face-frame kitchen cabinets will have about a 1/8-inch gap between drawers and doors. Therefore, only the front edge of the cabinet box will be seen. While shopping, you may find these kitchen cabinets also listed as European cabinets, which are simply gorgeous. You could use them in any style kitchen and be pleased with the results. On the other hand, when you choose contemporary kitchen cabinets you will notice the design to be frameless. Although some do have frames, the most common choice is the frameless, which is sleek with clean lines. Think of it this way – traditional type cabinets generally offer more detailing while contemporary kitchen cabinets are simplistic but beautiful. This simplicity is just one of the aspects of the design that make it a favorite. You will also find that contemporary kitchen cabinets can be what are called “slabs”, which means a literal slap of material, whether metal, wood, or laminate. These flat panels match beautifully in the kitchen, enhancing appearance. Another common aspect of contemporary kitchen cabinets is the hardware. For instance, many cabinets have none. Instead, the doors have indented finger pulls, which again provides a clean look. Now, some people will choose the clean design of contemporary cabinets although you could add a small amount of detailing. The key here is to keep it simple. The same is true for materials. While red oak is a great choice for traditional cabinets, you could go with stainless steel, wire mesh, Plexiglas, mahogany, or cherry for a modern look. Choosing contemporary kitchen cabinets relates to personal preference as much as it does the design of the kitchen but with so many options on the market, you are sure to find a number of cabinets that fit the bill.
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