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Designing a Pantry That’s Both Beautiful & Practical

Whether you’re embarking on a full kitchen remodel or just updating some of your kitchen’s features, don’t overlook the pantry. The pantry is the absolute unsung hero of the kitchen. It’s used every day, but rarely designed to shine. A smart refresh can change that. And with the right layout, lighting, and style, your pantry can go from yawn-worthy storage space to stand-out statement piece. Here’s how to make it both beautiful and hardworking.

Think Through Your Pantry Layout First

The most important part of kitchen pantry design is planning how it will function. A beautiful pantry that doesn’t meet your everyday needs won’t stay organized or appealing for long.

Start by asking yourself a few questions:

  • What do you use your pantry for the most?
  • Do you need space for small appliances, bulk items, or both?
  • Will your kids need to reach snacks easily?
  • Do you prefer open shelving or enclosed storage?

Once you know how you’ll use the space, you can start mapping out zones for different storage categories. For example, you might want to create dedicated space for canned goods, baking supplies, or everyday access snacks. A well-zoned pantry saves time and keeps your space feeling calm instead of chaotic.

Use Custom Cabinetry to Maximize Space

Custom cabinets make all the difference when it comes to pantry storage. Unlike off-the-shelf solutions, built-in cabinets can be designed to fit the exact dimensions of your space, no matter how narrow, deep, or unusually shaped.

Some custom cabinetry features we recommend for pantries include:

  • Pull-out drawers or drawer-friendly baskets for easy access to deep shelves
  • Adjustable shelving for changing needs and growing families
  • Tray or baking sheet dividers to keep oversized items upright
  • Built-in spice racks or tiered shelves to avoid clutter

Don’t Forget to Sprinkle in Some Pantry Style

Just because your pantry is hidden doesn’t mean it can’t still match (and add style to) the rest of your kitchen. Choose materials, pantry finishes, and coordinating hardware that align with your overall kitchen design. It will create a cohesive look (whether your pantry door is open or closed) and make the pantry feel like a natural extension of your space.

Some trending ideas to elevate the look of your pantry:

  • Glass cabinet doors to showcase neat shelves and beautiful containers
  • Warm wood finishes for a timeless and classical feel
  • Bold cabinet paint for a fun pop of personality
  • Under-cabinet lighting to keep everything bright and easy to see

The right details can make your pantry feel less like a storage closet and more like a thoughtfully designed part of your home. 

A Place for Everything and Everything in Its Place

A beautiful pantry only stays beautiful if it stays organized. The key? Give every item a dedicated home. Whether that’s labeled jars, stacking bins, or built-in compartments, having a plan for where things go makes daily cleanup easier and faster.

Even better? It’s easier to maintain, and it’s a small detail you’ll appreciate every time you access your pantry.

Let Edgewood Cabinetry Bring Your Pantry Vision to Life

At Edgewood Cabinetry, we believe you shouldn’t have to choose. Bring the best of both  beauty and function to your pantry. Whether you need a full walk-in pantry with built-in cabinetry or a clever solution for a smaller space, our team can help you create a pantry that works perfectly for your lifestyle.

Contact us today to start designing a pantry that’s equal parts practical and stunning. 

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4 Signs Your Kitchen Cabinets Need Replacing

Sometimes, it’s hard to know when to replace your kitchen cabinets. After all, getting new cabinets is a major investment. So it’s natural to want them to last as long as possible. And yet, you find yourself becoming annoyed by your current cabinets and dreaming of replacing them.

So how do you know when it’s the right time to invest in new kitchen cabinets? Here are four signs your kitchen cabinets need replacing.

1. You Hate the Way Your Cabinets Look

Do your cabinets have worn or stained areas that have become an eyesore? Are they outdated? Or maybe your cabinets just don’t match your personal style. Whatever the case, if you hate the way your cabinets look, it’s a sign they need replacing.

Your home is your sanctuary. And your kitchen should be a warm, inviting space that you enjoy spending time in. So if your cabinets prevent you from loving your kitchen, it’s time for an upgrade. Fortunately, with custom kitchen cabinets, you can choose every detail, from the style and color to the hardware on the doors. So pick cabinets you love, and watch the entire aesthetic of your kitchen change!

2. Your Cabinets Are Damaged

Damage is the most obvious sign your kitchen cabinets need replacing. However, damage comes in many forms. Check for warping, water spots, and mold. These are signs that your cabinets need replacing.

Doors that don’t close properly, bubbling under the surface, splintering wood, and built-up grime are also serious issues that warrant replacing your cabinets. So if you see obvious damage to your cabinets, it’s time to replace them. However, if you notice water damage or mold, be sure to consult a plumber to fix any leaks before installing new cabinets in your kitchen.

3. You Need Better Functionality

If your cabinets just don’t do what you need them to do, it’s a sign they need replacing. Homes are often built with cheap stock cabinets that aren’t adequate for your storage needs. And if you have an older home, there’s a good chance your cabinets were built before there was a need to store multiple modern kitchen appliances.

Thankfully, it’s easy to get the functionality you need with custom kitchen cabinets. We offer all the kitchen cabinet options and accessories you need to maximize your cabinets’ functionality. For example, drawer inserts keep your utensils organized. Pull-outs store your trash out of sight. And lazy Susans put all your pantry essentials within reach.

When it comes to customizing kitchen cabinets, the sky is the limit! So choose the options and accessories you like best, and enjoy fully functional cabinets that truly work for you!

4. Your Cabinets Are Too Small

A lack of storage space is a common pain point for homeowners. Many kitchens were designed with stock cabinets that just aren’t big enough for all your appliances, pots, pans, and other kitchen items. And often, kitchens include just a few cabinets and shelves instead of maximizing the available wall space. So if you find yourself cluttering your counters and searching for additional storage, your kitchen cabinets need replacing.

Fortunately, getting the storage space you need is easy with custom kitchen cabinets. That’s because custom cabinets are built to fit your unique kitchen. So instead of being limited to standard sizes, you can make use of every inch of available space.

Plus, there are tons of options to help you maximize your storage space. For instance, install corner cabinets to store large appliances. Include a wine rack to organize your favorite vintages. Add on-door storage racks for supplies. Corral your spices in a spice rack. Place a China cabinet in your dining room. Or opt for a new kitchen island for extra storage that doubles as the perfect place to enjoy breakfast. The possibilities are endless!

So what do you think? Do any of these signs apply to your kitchen cabinets? If so, it’s time for an upgrade!

Contact us today for a free estimate. We’re happy to help!

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Like to Entertain? 7 Features to Make an Ultimate Household Entertainment Center

If you love to entertain, then a great entertainment center is a must. Whether you host game nights at your house, invite friends to binge your favorite show, or your children have regular sleepovers, a top-notch entertainment center elevates the experience. Here are seven features to make an ultimate entertainment center you and your guests are sure to enjoy.

1. Adjustable TV Mount

Let’s face it, tastes and technology change over time. So if you’re going to invest in a custom-built entertainment center, one of the best features you can include is an adjustable TV mount. That’s because it allows your entertainment center to grow with you. Consequently, your entertainment center will work just as well for your next TV as it does for the one you currently have.

2. Built-In Bookcases

Built-in bookcases give your entertainment center an elegant appearance. They also provide the perfect way to display favorite photos, knick knacks, and novels, or to organize your media. Don’t forget to combine your bookcases with bottom cabinets if you’d like out-of-sight storage for less attractive items, too.

3. Cable Organization and Storage

Speaking of stowing away unsightly items, you’ll definitely want to add cable organization and storage to your custom entertainment center. After all, nothing looks worse than a jumble of tangled cables! It instantly ruins the look of your entertainment center and is distracting to guests. With built-in cable organization and storage, however, your cords and cables will be neatly organized and tucked out of sight. But don’t worry, they’re still easily accessible so you can reach them when necessary.

4. Accessory Storage

Along the same lines, accessory storage is a wonderful feature to include. It helps keep all your accessories easily accessible but out of sight when you’re not using them. This feature is perfect if your family is always losing remotes and controllers. Instead of having controllers strewn all over the room and remotes jammed between the sofa cushions, you’ll have a designated space to store them. As a result, you won’t have to search all over the house every time you want to use your TV or consoles!

5. Fitted Fireplace

Having an entertainment center in the same room as your fireplace often results in awkward placements. Unfortunately, it’s difficult to fit a prefabricated entertainment center around a fireplace, so many people end up with it awkwardly stuck in a corner. Fortunately, with a fitted fireplace entertainment center, that’s no longer a problem. We’ll build your entertainment center around your fireplace, so you can enjoy your fireplace and your TV at the same time. Can you think of anything more inviting on a cold winter’s day?  

6. Glass Display Doors

If you have items you’d like to display but don’t quite trust leaving out in the open, glass display doors are a perfect solution. They’re an attractive way to protect valuable items. And they’re also great for keeping dust off your components. Plus, if you have components that use infrared remotes, glass display doors are indispensable. Without them, you’ll need to store your components on a shelf instead.

7. Speaker Stands

If you’ve invested in a high-quality audio system, you don’t want to be hampered by an entertainment center that prevents you from using it to the best of its ability. Thankfully, you can put your speakers exactly where you need them with custom-built speaker stands. Just imagine how incredible your next party or movie night will be!

Your entertainment center is on display any time you entertain. So make sure you have all the features you need to make the ultimate household entertainment center. At Edgewood cabinetry, we can custom-build your new entertainment center to fit any style and any room. Plus, we have tons of options and accessories to help bring your dream entertainment center to life.  So what are you waiting for?

Contact us here to get started!

 

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Does Your Home Office Need an Upgrade? 5 Things Cabinets Can Do

A well-organized office helps you focus and stay productive. So if you’re still working at your kitchen counter or a simple desk in your home office, it’s time to consider an upgrade. Here are 5 things cabinets can do.

1. Add Storage to Your Desk

Do you have stacks of papers, files, and office supplies all over your desk? Undoubtedly, investing in a custom office desk that includes cabinets can help. Truly, your desk should function as more than a place to set your laptop. First, think of all the things you need to use at your desk. Now, imagine having a desk that includes built-in storage for all of it. Nice, right?

Here at Edgewood Cabinetry, we build custom desks to your specifications, so the sky is the limit on the features you’d like to include.  Need a paper tray to organize your notes, incoming, and outgoing mail? No problem. Want to corral all your small office supplies? Built-in drawers with drawer organizers are perfect. Or maybe you can’t stand clutter. Then, keep your necessary supplies out of sight behind hidden panels. The possibilities are endless.

2. Create Designated Work Areas

You don’t have to fit everything on your desk. Utilizing custom cabinets allows you to create designated work areas within your office. For example, instead of keeping your printer on your desk, create a separate printing station. Add cabinets to hold extra supplies, like reams of paper. Or build custom bookcases to organize your books and display your favorite items.

Creating designated spaces within your office helps it feel bigger and brings necessary flow to the environment. With this in mind, anything you don’t constantly use can be tucked away in its own separate area but continue to be easily accessible when you need it.

3. Improve Style

Let’s face it, while your home office is about working, it’s a lot more pleasant if you enjoy the space. Fortunately, custom office cabinets allow you to bring in your own personal style. So think about the style you like best and replicate that within your office.

Whether you enjoy a sleek, modern design, a more traditional approach, with stately furnishings and plenty of wood grain on display, or anything in between, we have custom cabinet options to suit your taste. Plus, we can match any color stain or paint and add custom moldings and appliques to enhance the style of your room.

4. Hide Your Cables

Technology has brought a lot to our lives, but one of the things we really didn’t ask for? All those cords and cables. Phones, printers, computers, monitors–chances are, your office contains a lot of power cords and cables. So if you’re sick of tripping over them, hitting them with your foot when you’re sitting at your desk, or just seeing them all the time, let custom cabinets ease your troubles.

Thankfully, with hidden cable storage, your cables can be tucked out of sight no matter where in your office you choose to house your electronics. But don’t worry, they’re still easily accessible if you ever need to move your electronics or replace your cables.

5. Increase Your Space

Feeling cramped? Multiply your useful space with custom cabinets. No matter how small your home office is, custom cabinets can help you increase your space. Significantly, with custom cabinets, you’re not limited to the dimensions available from big box stores. As a result, you’ll be able to use of more (or all) of your wall space. If you have limited floor space but plenty of empty walls, custom cabinets are a perfect solution to increase your functional storage.

For instance, add custom-built book cases with book case ladders, fit more into your cabinets with custom organizers, or include built-in chair storage to help free up your space. Alternatively, try rolling storage carts for less frequently used items. When not in use, they can be tucked into a corner or closet. We can even add a custom entertainment center to your office, which is perfect if you spend a lot of time on video calls and conferences.

Are you ready to upgrade your home office? Contact us to get started.

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Tired of Household Clutter? 6 Cabinet Features That Can Solve It

Clutter doesn’t just look bad. It also has a significant effect on our well-being. As a matter of fact, too much clutter is linked to stress, anxiety, insomnia, and distraction. Conversely, clean, organized spaces give us a sense of calm. So what can you do if you’re tired of household clutter? Here are six cabinet features that can solve your clutter problem.

1. Pull-Outs and Pull-Downs

Longing for wide-open spaces? Then, consider adding pull-outs and pull-downs to your cabinets. They’re excellent for clearing floor space. That means you can finally say goodbye to trash cans, recycling bins, and laundry hampers cluttering your floor. With pull-outs and pull-downs, everything is stowed neatly out of sight. Consider adding them to your kitchen, laundry room, bathroom, walk-in closet, and any other room that could use some out-of-sight storage.

2. Lazy Susans

Lazy Susans are perfect if you find yourself constantly searching through your cabinets or needing to move stacks of items. That’s because they organize your clutter, all while keeping everything you need accessible. For example, add lazy Susans to your kitchen to store spices and oils. Or incorporate them into your closet to organize your belts and ties. You can even create rotating hanging systems to make your wardrobe more accessible. Just imagine the possibilities!

3. Drawer Inserts

At times, many of us are guilty of shoving our clutter into drawers. But the problem with that is, you only have so much space. Consequently, when your drawers aren’t organized, they wind up filled with a jumble of items that may even interfere with the drawer opening and closing. Thankfully, drawer inserts easily solve this problem. Moreover, they’re useful for every drawer, whether you need to organize silverware in your kitchen, washcloths in your bathroom, office supplies in your desk, or socks in your bedroom. No more rummaging through drawers, trying to find the one item you need. Drawer inserts keep everything organized, accessible, and, perhaps most importantly, visible.

4. Accessory Storage

Today’s homes are filled with accessories. You probably have small items like hair dryers, electric razors, game controllers, remotes, makeup, and jewelry throughout your house. These small, often oddly-shaped items are difficult to stack neatly in cabinets, so they’re frequently left on countertops and furniture instead. Fortunately, custom cabinets are made with accessory storage in mind, and they’re personalized to your own unique needs. So whether your nail polish collection is taking over your vanity, you constantly find remotes and controllers stuffed down the sides of your furniture, or you’ve accumulated an inordinate number of small specialty kitchen appliances, custom accessory storage areas accommodate it all.

5. Custom Sizes

If you live with stock cabinets, small closets, and an entertainment center from a big box store, it’s no wonder you have problems with clutter. Cabinets sold as one-size-fits-all solutions are anything but. Thankfully, custom cabinets open up a whole new world of possibilities. Have a multitude of oddly-shaped kitchen appliances? Build cabinets to accommodate them. Share a closet with someone a foot shorter than you? Custom-sized hanging areas make the most of your space. Own an extra large television? Display that beauty on a custom size entertainment center! Instead of trying to force your possessions into your existing cabinets, take advantage of custom sizes to make your cabinets fit your needs.

6. Racks

Racks allow you to both organize and display your items (if you choose). So get your spices off the counter with a spice rack. Store toilet paper in a behind-the-door storage rack. Tackle that pile of shoes in your closet with a built-in shoe rack. Or display your favorate vintages on a wine rack in your home bar. Indeed, racks are a useful feature to add to cabinets in almost any room. And since they hold a ton, they’re one of the best ways to clear up your clutter.

Are you ready to rid your home of clutter? Contact us to discuss your needs. We’re happy to talk to you about the storage solutions we offer and help you decide on the cabinet features that work best for you.

 

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Design the Perfect Couple’s Closet With These 5 Tips

Sharing a closet with your spouse or partner is often a source of frustration. If there’s not enough space, items get lost, clothing is wrinkled, and your closet enters a perpetual state of messiness. Fortunately, it’s possible to have harmony in your home and your closet. Follow these five tips to design the perfect couple’s closet.

1. Add Built-In Wardrobes

If you’re working within a large walk-in closet, consider including two built-in wardrobes. That way, while you’re still sharing the same space, you’ll each have your own wardrobe within it. No matter how much you love your partner, it’s common to disagree on how to organize your closet. And if one partner is messier than the other, conflicts inevitably arise.

Separate wardrobes give you each your own designated space to use however you like. That means you can say goodbye to fights over hanging space, clothing on the floor, or scarves lost in the abyss. Sometimes, the key to getting along is holding on to a bit of your own autonomy, and that’s exactly what you get with matching built-in wardrobes.

2. Include an Island

Want to avoid piles of clothing on your chair or bed? Then, consider adding an island to your couple’s closet. An island can be as big or small as you’d like, ranging from a small folding table to a fully customized island built for your specific needs. Remember, having a designated space to set clothing and accessories while you change keeps clutter down and makes getting ready for the day easier on both of you.

So consider including drawers, shelves, and dividers for extra storage. Or opt to add a mirror and lighting so your island doubles as a vanity.  You’ll appreciate having extra space while keeping your floors clear.

3. Maximize Space With Custom-Sized Hanging Areas

Many couples wear clothing of significantly different size from one another. Hanging everything in the same area creates gaps around shorter items or leaves longer pieces potentially becoming bunched and wrinkled. Thankfully, custom-sized hanging areas offer a perfect solution.

Create separate hanging areas for long items, like suits and dresses, and shorter items, like shirts and skirts. Similarly, if one partner is significantly taller, creating individual hanging areas makes sense. You’ll get the most use out of your space, keep everything organized, and avoid squabbles over where to hang clothing.

4. Install a Shoe Rack

Make that jumble of shoes a thing of the past by adding a shoe rack to your couple’s closet. You’ll free up floor space and potentially keep shoes from being left strewn about your home or bedroom. Plus, having your shoes organized makes it easy to find the pair you need, saving you precious time.

Consider installing side-by-side shoe racks so you each have your own space. Alternatively, opt for a custom-built shoe rack designed to fit your shoes. With customized spaces for everything from boots and heels to flats and loafers, you’ll never have to worry about rummaging through your closet to find a matching pair again.

5. Make Use of Custom Organizers

Getting the most use out of your available space is the key to happily sharing a couple’s closet. Fortunately, custom closet organizers give you the ability to transform your closet into more storage space than you ever dreamed possible. Furthermore, with so many options, you’re limited only by your imagination.

For example, is your partner always dropping laundry on the floor? Then, add a pull-out laundry bin to stow it out of sight until laundry day. Or do you have tons of scarves, ties, and jewelry? Then, keep them accessible and neat with lazy Susans. Alternatively, perhaps what you really need is more space for smaller items. In that case, drawer organizers and behind-the-door storage are great options to maximize your space and create a place for everything you need.

Do you need assistance creating the perfect couple’s closet? Reach out today, and we’ll be happy to help.

 

 

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Pantry Organization Tips

A well-stocked pantry is a beautiful thing. But if your pantry isn’t organized, it can be a source of frustration. When you can’t clearly see what you already have in your pantry, you’re more likely to purchase duplicate items. Or worse, you may forget about items in the back of shelves or at the bottom of stacks until they’re too old to eat. No one likes food waste. Fortunately, we’re here with pantry organization tips that will help you get the chaos in your pantry back under control.

Take Stock

If it’s been a while since you organized your pantry, the first thing you need to do is take stock of what you have. This also gives you a chance to pull everything out of your pantry and give it a thorough cleaning so you’ll have a clean slate when you begin putting items back inside.

Toss out anything that’s expired, and give away duplicates. After all, are you really going to use eight containers of rosemary before they go bad? Once you’ve gotten rid of what you can’t or won’t eat, you’ll have an idea of the type of storage you need to organize what’s left.

Use Clear Containers

Keeping your pantry organized is all about seeing what you have and being able to access it when you need it. That’s why clear containers are so helpful.

Instead of jumbles of boxes and bags, you have neatly organized containers that clearly show their contents. Clear bins, boxes, and jars are all excellent for this purpose. Wire baskets are a great choice, too, particularly for bulkier items like squash and onions.

Label

If you’re trying to improve your baking game and have six different types of flour in the pantry, will you know what’s what if you decide to put them neatly into clear storage containers? Probably not. But that doesn’t mean you need to settle for stacking bags again.

Instead, just take the time to label everything. We suggest including dates, too.  That way, you can toss ingredients that are too old, instead of figuring it out the hard way when your spaghetti Bolognese tastes rancid.

Invest in Organizers

If you’re still trying to stack everything on shelves, it’s time to embrace the world of kitchen cabinet organizers. You don’t need to deal with stacks of food that fall all over the floor every time you need to reach something in the back any longer.

Solutions like lazy Susans, spice racks, and cabinet organizers open up a whole new world of possibilities. Just imagine having all your bottles of oil stored neatly on a lazy Susan, your spices all organized and within reach, and all those annoying food storage lids neatly confined within a cabinet organizer, at last. Perfection.

Give a Method to the Madness

A well-organized pantry takes some thought. Don’t just try to group items by size. Instead, create designated areas for what you’re storing. Place all your pasta together in one area and all your baking supplies in another, for example. That way, you know exactly where to look for what you need, and your family members have an easier time helping to put groceries away, too.

It’s worth remembering that grocery stores put candy at children’s eye-level for a reason. We want what we see. So if you have foods that need to be eaten soon, or you’re trying to get your kids to choose healthier snacks, try strategically placing them at eye level. They’re more likely to be used than if they’re stuck somewhere on an upper shelf.

Customize

There’s no better way to organize your pantry than with customized solutions made just for you. A custom-built pantry accommodates your personal needs, instead of a cookie-cutter approach that leaves you constantly having to adapt.

With a custom-designed pantry from Edgewood Cabinetry, you can make use of every inch of available space. Take advantage of custom-sized shelves, cabinets, racks, organizers, and more to give you the pantry of your dreams.

Interested in installing a custom pantry in your home? Contact us here to get started.

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4 Benefits of Buying Custom Cabinets

If you’re in the market for new cabinets, you’ve probably wondered, are custom cabinets really worth the extra expense? Although store-bought stock cabinets may be cheaper, they don’t hold a candle to the beauty and personalized utility you gain from custom cabinets. Intrigued? Here are four benefits of buying custom cabinets.

1. Durability

Chances are the cabinets that were put into your home by the original builder are cheap stock cabinets constructed of plywood or particleboard and covered in veneer. They offer basic functionality, but they’re inexpensive and not really designed to last. So it’s not surprising if you find yours are wearing out, the doors no longer shut properly, or they’ve begun to look less attractive.

Unfortunately, such cabinets are installed more to save costs for builders than provide quality products to homeowners. And while you could replace them with more cheap stock options, you’ll find yourself in the same position in the not-too-distant future. In contrast, custom cabinets are made of much more durable materials. Here at Edgewood Cabinetry, for example, our custom cabinets are constructed from all wood, so they last much longer than cabinets made from composite materials.

2. Maximum Storage Space

When you purchase cheap plywood or particleboard cabinets, they typically come in preset sizes. That means you’re frequently left with gaps that cannot be used and items that simply don’t fit. Thankfully, custom cabinets eliminate these problems, since they are designed to fit your space and personal needs.

With custom cabinets, every inch of wall space is used, so there aren’t any useless gaps between cabinets. And because the cabinets are built to specification, you can create corner cabinets for large pans in your kitchen, custom-sized drawers for towels in your bathroom, custom hanging areas in your closet, and more. Eliminating wasted space means you’ll maximize your storage, a value you don’t get with cheap stock cabinets.

3. Personal Style

Your home is a reflection of your personality, and the last thing you want is for it to be boring and routine. Breaking free from the world of cheap stock cabinets opens up infinite possibilities to express your style.

In contrast to the limited colors, hardware, and styles available in stock cabinets, choosing custom cabinets allow you to put your personal stamp on every detail. Choose the species of wood, design, color, hardware, and accessories that fit your style. Whether you prefer your cabinets to look modern and sleek, evoke a European flair, or be completely eclectic, custom cabinets can make it happen.

4. Custom Utility

In the end, regardless of how beautiful our cabinets look, we need them to be useful. That’s where many stock cabinets fall short. Your kitchen cabinets are too small for your pots. You can’t fit all your appliances in your bathroom vanity. Your closet doesn’t have enough storage. Your entertainment center is overflowing. And your cleaning supplies are piled up in your laundry room. Sound familiar?

Fortunately, custom cabinets solve all these problems by providing the custom utility you need. There’s a nearly endless array of design options and accessories to choose from. For example, add slide-out bins for laundry, lazy Susans to store ties and scarves, or storage benches to stash your shoes. Whatever you need to store, you can find a custom cabinet solution that fits.

Interested in learning more about the benefits of purchasing custom cabinets for your home? Give us a call, or fill out this form, and we’ll be happy to discuss your needs.

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The Best Storage Ideas for Small Homes

Living in a small home presents some big storage challenges, particularly if you’ve just moved from a bigger space. Thankfully, you don’t have to resign yourself to parting with all of your posessions. You just need to find the right solutions for your space, and we’re here to help. Here are the best storage ideas for small homes.

Storage Benches

Space is at a premium in small homes, so make the most of it with dual-purpose items. Installing storage benches in your mudroom, entryway, library, or anywhere else you could use extra seating allows you to use that same space as storage. Instead of purchasing extra chairs, you’ll be able to use the top of the bench for seating while you store shoes, sports equipment, or linens within the bench. Your home will look neater, and you’ll have plenty of space to tuck items away out of sight.

Under-Stair Storage

The space under staircases frequently goes unused. If your home is small, utilizing the space under you stairs is a great way to gain more storage. Install slide-out shelves within each stair, or opt to create a small closet under the staircase. You can even include a safe to stash your valuables out of view. And since you probably aren’t currently using this space, turning it into a closet or drawers will greatly increase the storage capacity of your home.

Shelves

Adding shelves to a small home helps you stay organized and display some of your items. Since most small homes have limited floor space, floor-to-ceiling shelves are a great option for adding storage. That’s because they transform your walls into usable storage space while leaving the floors clear. Consider adding shelves above windows and doors, too. It’s a great way to add storage for knick-knacks, potted plants, or cookbooks to otherwise unused space.

Kitchen Island

If you’ve already maxed out the cabinet space in your kitchen, a custom kitchen island could be just what you need. Kitchen islands look great, and they can double as breakfast nooks. You’ll gain counter and storage space all in one. Plus, with countless custom options and accessories, like spice racks, drawer inserts, and cabinet organizers, you’ll finally have a space to store all your pans, utensils, and kitchen appliances.

Custom Closet Systems

Closet space always seems to run low, even in large homes. So if you have a small home, chances are you’re lamenting your lack of closet storage. Fortunately, you can multiply your usable space with a custom closet system. Instead of relying on a single rod and stacking boxes on the floor, you can create custom hanging areas that fit your clothing without wasting space. Add shoe racks, shelves, accessory drawers, and behind-the-door storage to create space for everything you need to store. You won’t believe how much space your closet truly had all this time!

Bathroom Vanity

Bathrooms in small homes frequently lack adequate storage space. One of the best ways to gain the space you need is by installing a new bathroom vanity. We can customize your vanity to fit your bathroom so there isn’t any wasted space. Don’t forget to add accessories like small appliance storage, slide-out laundry bins, towel racks, and organizers for even more storage.

Custom Entertainment Center

Entertainment centers from big box stores frequently take up a lot of space, while providing very little storage and functionality. Instead, opt for a custom entertainment center that’s built to fit your television and your home.  You’ll be able to add all the shelving, cabinets, and accessory storage you need. We can even build around fireplaces to maximize every inch of your space!

Are you ready to increase the storage in your small home? Contact us today to discuss your needs.

 

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