Tips When Choosing A Base Cabinet For Your Kitchen

There are a number of factors that need to be considered when choosing the standard unit for your typical kitchen. While most home designers are inclined to stick with the standard contemporary kitchen unit, it's actually best to vary them in a few ways. Keep reading to learn what they are and how to incorporate them into your design.

For a traditional base cabinet, height is one of the more important considerations. It's easy to fix on the unit you choose, but it's better to make sure it's the correct size. With several different options, you can get a base cabinet that matches your countertop exactly. Here are some tips to help you achieve this goal.

If you own a larger kitchen, you'll want to buy a taller unit. The older ones may not be going up to the level of your countertop. It's best to get a standard unit with double drawer pulls so that you can accommodate the taller units.

If your countertop is uneven, you can get cabinet doors that slide on the surface. You should only do this if the base cabinet height is the same or similar to the countertop height. You can get those with two vertical slats, or you can get single horizontal slats.

You also need to know the type of cabinet door you need. Many home designers prefer wood as the material, but you can also find laminate and acrylic types. Laminate is a good choice if you like the look and don't mind the cost. Some laminate doors can open to about 30 degrees.

Acrylic or glass doors can be expensive, but they come in many designs, including the French doors. They will fit on top of the cabinets, and the front panel will have slide infeatures. They can open as wide as about 80 degrees. Glass may be the ideal choice if you want an inexpensive, elegant alternative.

For a short story, let's keep it simple. You need to know which cabinet size you need to get if you're buying a standard unit. Do you need two drawers or three?

If you're getting a standard unit, there's no reason to choose any other combination of dimensions. The easiest choice is the standard two drawer units. That way, you can fit a side-by-side unit, a drop-in unit or a triple drawer unit.

If you want a taller standard kitchen unit, you'll have to choose between an upper or lower unit. Upper units will slide into the existing unit, while lower units will fit over the existing unit. The older units will probably need the two drawer option, and you'll be able to fit a vertical drawer in a horizontal pull type.

If you want a high cupboard, the only two options are either a pull out model or a spring loaded unit. If you opt for a pull out unit, it will fold out to accommodate the extra height. A spring loaded unit will rotate on wheels to raise or lower it.

You should choose a metal material for the unit, but choose a wood finish or a metal finish. Metal is best if you're going to match a metal kitchen countertop, and you'll get a lighter feel in the kitchen if you select a metal finish. On the other hand, a wood finish will give your room a more classic feel.

One last thing to consider is how much space you have in your kitchen. A standard unit is adequate for a kitchen with only one person, but there are some types that are too small.