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Stock VS Pre-fabricated VS Custom-Made Cabinets

All These Cabinets, What’s Best?

Cabinets are prepared in three ways: custom built, semi-custom built and stock. All three are different and understanding the structure of each is crucial in helping you determine which one is ideal for your situation.

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These are built, then cartooned before being warehoused. They are based on industry standards of sizing. These sizing standards start from 9 inches all the way to 48 inches with 3-inch increments from one size to the next.  There are also specifications on the base and height dimensions for vanity, wall and tall cabinets.

Because they aren’t not made following a client’s order, there is a limit on the sizes that you can you can choose. Additionally, stock cabinets don’t provide room for modifications so you are stuck with what you buy irrespective of whether it meets your specific needs.

The advantage of stock cabinets, however, is the fact that you if you need  a solution urgently, they are easily available and cheaper than custom ones. The instillation process should be relatively easy as well.

Semi-Custom Cabinets

semi-custom cabinets Semi-custom cabinets come with a wide range of selection including all options available in stock cabinets. Moreover, they offer the options of modifications for some of the options available. These types of cabinets allow the homeowner a lot of freedom to tailor make their space to achieve desired style and size.

Some of the popular options available for semi-custom cabinets include:

  • Flush to Space
  • Reduced Width
  • Increased Depth
  • Extended Stiles
  • Reduced Depth

There are other types of semi-custom cabinets on the market but these are among the most popular. When purchasing, it is important to buy them from a store or manufacturer who will be able to give you additional information that will help lead you in your purchasing decision.

Custom Cabinets

Custom cabinets are usually made by local cabinetmakers some of whom cabinets other than in kitchen-edgewood cabinetry-clayton ncsell semi-custom and stock cabinets. Custom makers often have shops furnished to produce cabinet boxes, drawers, face frame and doors.

Custom cabinets give a client the freedom to construct and design the exact specifications that they want. There is no standard sizing for custom cabinets as you would find with stock ones. Sizes are produced based on what is needed. This means that the interior of the cabinets can be open and without partitions and this provides greater capacity for storage and flexibility.

There are limitations to custom cabinet making but generally, they offer more options and a wider range of designs to choose from. It is important to note that custom cabinets cost more than the semi-custom and stock. The value you get from custom cabinets, however, is worth every penny and more.

Edgewood cabinetry is one of the best manufacturing companies in the United States. We offer personalized services from the beginning to the end of all the work done. We have a wide selection of cabinets and other products designed to suit your needs. We have a wealth of experience in design, home construction, and finishes. They provide practical insight and guide your purchase process from beginning to end.

Ready to design your own space-saving solutions? Contact us today to find out how we can help turn your small spaces into larger ones (919) 339-7300.

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How Glass Front Cabinets Can Enhance Your Kitchen

When it comes to cabinetry, less truly is more, because when you install glass front cabinetry in your kitchen, you add more light, style, and interest to your design.  It’s no wonder they’re such a popular kitchen trend this year.  Just a few glass front cabinets interspersed with the rest of your cabinetry can open up your kitchen immensely.
But that’s not the only reason to love glass front cabinets.  They have many other design benefits, including:

  • Pleasing the eye.  Glass front cabinets break up monotonous cabinet banks, adding visual interest to your kitchen through the introduction of a different texture.
  • Suiting any decor.  Whether your kitchen is modern, traditional, or somewhere in between, glass front cabinets can work in any decor, particularly because there are many variations of glass fronts.  For instance, our Old World Kitchen features glass that has been treated to match the style of the cabinetry.
  • Letting in light.  Especially in a smaller kitchen, glass front cabinets have the ability to let light into new spaces and make the room look and feel much larger than it is.
  • Displaying your treasures.  If you have serving dishes, china, or other special pieces in your kitchen, glass front cabinets provide a display space for all your treasures.  This will also allow you to add punches of color to complement other elements in your kitchen.

When you’re ready to turn your vision into reality, contact us to learn more about Edgewood Cabinetry and see examples of our fine kitchen craftsmanship.

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Less is More: Current Trends in Kitchen & Bathroom Design

Less is more is regaining its popularity as a mantra for interior design. A recent article from Remodeling Magazine emphasizes this point with their list of the 2013 Kitchen & Bath Design Trends. If you’re considering new designs for your kitchen or bathroom than check out these current trends, they’re guaranteed to provide you with an on-trend, well-designed room. As always, Edgewood Cabinetry can provide you with elegant, affordable cabinetry designs to add the perfect, essential touch to your kitchen or bathroom.
1) Neutral Tones: White and off-white remain the classic color choice options for the kitchen and bath. However, gray has also surfaced as an extremely popular choice for 2013. If you’re looking for a pop of color without loosing the classic simplicity of white than consider a gray hue as your color palette.
2) Wood cabinetry: Cabinets and storage space is always one of the most pressing choices for your kitchen and bath. Remodeling Magazine reports that white cabinets remain popular with wood tones also growing in their use. Specially, light finishes got 30% of the vote, medium received 54% and dark finishes on cabinetry had a 55% approval rating
3) Transitional: The on-going debate between traditional and contemporary finishes in these two rooms seems to have found a compromise in transitional styling. Blending the best of both design plans transitional styling gives you more options than ever before.
4) Finishes: Granite and quartz still top the list for finishes and furnishings. Also consider glass, ceramic and porcelain for your tile and back splash needs.
5) Light it up! LED lights are gaining in popularity – the crisp, clean lights show off your new room to its best advantage.
6) Faucets: Touch-activated faucets are taking the market by storm. They cut down on germs and add a modern touch to even the most traditional design elements.
7) Finish: Satin nickel and bronze faucets are the current trends for kitchen and bathroom finishes.
8) Flooring: Natural stone tile has jumped in popularity. The elegant, simplicity of this tile is the perfect conversation piece for your room
Contact us for a free quote for your home improvements. We guarantee our professional, elegant work and know you’ll be thrilled with the custom cabinetry we provide for your kitchen or bathroom.

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Five Tips on Designing a Kitchen With Personality and Functionality

Your kitchen is where memories are made, home cooked meals are shared and the family gathers to share their day. The design itself can make the room appealing, easy to use and spacious looking. While designing a kitchen may seem overwhelming here are five tips on designing a kitchen with functionality and your own personality.

  1. Include something unique. Whether it’s a certain non-traditional color scheme or adding your grandmother’s pots and pans to a pot rack, including a piece of yourself to the design will make it more comfortable and appealing. Don’t feel that you have to make it look like everyone elses kitchen, go with what you feel makes it your kitchen.
  2. Don’t Overcrowd. Part of making any kitchen spacious is by not adding too much to the equation. Even your countertop area can add a sense of roominess by not putting too many things on it. Add the essentials but don’t create an area that looks cluttered; areas that have more space typically look cleaner as well.
  3. Utilize Cabinet Space. Cabinets that reach all the way to the ceiling have two important functions – they create more storage room and keep the kitchen clean. Not only is trying to reach the tops of the cabinets to clean awkward but you’ll enjoy having more room to store kitchen items. It not only looks great but is functional as well.
  4. Consider a Transitional Kitchen. A transitional kitchen combines two important elements of any kitchen – traditional and contemporary. By merging both elements you get a kitchen area that not only has balance but allows for each family member’s likes to be included. A good example is stainless steel appliances with natural wood cabinets; a man-made product and a natural product in harmony.

No matter how you want your kitchen to look, the perfect look is one that incorporates your unique tastes and decorating preferences.
For a free quote on your new kitchen design, contact us. Our work is professional, timeless and elegant.

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Options in Kitchen Appliances

Cooktops; ranges; wall ovens and warmers; grills; hoods and vents; refrigerators and freezers; microwaves; dishwashers; disposals and compactors; there are many, many options to consider when you’re looking into kitchen appliances. The above named are just the major appliances. You also have to decide on countertop appliances such as toasters; blenders and food processors; coffee makers; slow cookers like crock pots; and griddles and waffle makers. The great thing about your kitchen appliances is that they can become elements of the design style of the kitchen, for example stainless steel refrigerator and a oven with dark colored cabinetry creates a modern feel of the kitchen; or can blend in with the cabinetry, such as a hideaway dishwasher and trash compactor.
Regardless of the design style you choose, Edgewood Cabinetry is in the business of building and installing beautifully crafted custom cabinetry, islands, and storage options that will fit any décor and appliances in your kitchen. During the design process, advise the craftsmen of the options you want to implement in your kitchen, whether it be framing for your major appliances and storage for your small appliances, and they will work to bring your vision to life. If you like to shop around, feel free to take on the Price Match Challenge: check a different store to find out the total price of the stock cabinets of your choice, including installation, get a quote for custom built and installed cabinets from Edgewood Cabinetry, and see which option holds more value for you. Contact us for more information today.

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Designing a Kitchen: Which is the Right Wood for You?

Designing a kitchen is a complex process.  From the floor to the backsplash, the appliances to the lighting, there are a great many style considerations to think about.  But perhaps the most important choice you’ll make in designing your dream kitchen is the cabinetry, the heart of your room.
Here are some tips on choosing the right wood cabinetry for your unique design style:

  • If you’re designing a sleek, modern kitchen, then walnut or dark cherry cabinets are the way to go.  The warm, rich tones of walnut cabinetry will complement a kitchen design that favors clean lines and a minimalist aesthetic, while deep cherry cabinets are a perennial favorite for achieving a luxurious effect, especially when coupled with cream tones elsewhere in the room.
  • Maple is a consistently popular choice for a bright, welcoming kitchen.  It’s neutral hue makes it a versatile cabinet selection and allows you to incorporate a bold, colorful backsplash.
  • For a rustic, country feel, nothing beats hickory.  Its beautiful tones and medium color allow it to match well with a wide array of countertops, including many varieties of granite.
  • Colored wood cabinets are making a major style comeback these days.  Of course, white cabinets have long been a favorite in classic, country-style kitchens, but we’re now seeing a resurgence in stained or painted cabinets that make a strong design statement.

Edgewood Cabinetry has the experience and skills to turn your vision into reality.  Contact us to see samples of our fine kitchens from around the Triangle area, and for a free quote for your dream kitchen!

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Innovative Wine Storage for the Kitchen

Wine bottles can be many things: collectable treasures, sentimental objects, or even just simple refreshments.  But when you incorporate beautiful wine storage into the kitchen, they can also become art.
Built-in wine storage can be stained to fit right in with existing cabinetry, or it can be painted or finished differently to create an accent piece.  Let’s look at some examples of different types of wine storage to see the variety of styles being used.
Some homeowners prefer to have their wine storage high up, such as in this traditional kitchen, which is still convenient for adults, but mostly inaccessible for curious children.  The criss-cross design offers a generous amount of bottle storage, and the bright labels add a punch of color to the room.
In this very contemporary kitchen, the built-in storage is lower to the ground, and purposefully does not match the all-white cabinetry that surrounds it.  It helps break up monotone, and also accentuates other decorative wooden elements in the kitchen.
This country kitchen epitomizes the notion that a wine storage can become decorative art in the right space.  The ornate details and geometric design draw the eye right to the wine rack, which matches perfectly with the rest of the elements in the breakfast nook and makes great use of an otherwise under-utilized corner.
These are just a few examples of how built-in wine storage can elevate your kitchen design, while also providing a practical, organized space for favorite bottles.  Contact us to learn more about designing the perfect wine storage for your home!

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Storage Shelves, Cabinets and Closets

Many modern homes come with open spaces, connected living areas, more windows and fewer walls separating rooms.  In addition, what used to be attic space is often being converted into additional rooms.  While the increased living space is a welcome advance, it does have a consequence.  Homeowners are having a harder time than ever finding adequate storage space.

If you have a need to add storage to your home, ask Edgewood Cabinetry how adding storage shelves, walk-in closet cabinetry, and other storage solutions can help.

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Custom Desks and Tables

Handcrafted Office Desks & Furniture

Home offices come in many shapes and sizes.  It is important to be well organized, use space efficiently.  The right home office design  and set up your home office space with the desk and cabinet space that helps you be productive.  Tell us how you use the office and what filing and storage needs you have.  Show us your computer equipment, printers, fax machines and telephone system.  We will work with you to create an office design that looks great and custom desks and office furniture that provides just the right comfort, style and working environment.

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