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Guiding Clients To The Right Hardware For Their Kitchen

by | Apr 3, 2018 | Uncategorized

  The head-spinning number of decisions needed to model the kitchen makes it the most complex room in the home to design. In “The Kitchen Island“ post, we pose a number of questions to consider before designing what’s often the ‘heart’ of the kitchen. The same goes for choosing hardware. Some may like the look of doors and drawers with no hardware - and think they’re saving money. But over time, especially in active kitchens, oil and dirt from hands can eat away the finish (even when home owners are fastidious about washing their hands!). Narrow down the possibilities by learning how the kitchen will function. When cooking’s a passion, easy-to-grasp hardware that doesn’t snag clothing works best.  This style also applies to older residents and anyone who experiences sore or stiff joints. Knob styles work well in kitchens mostly used as a place to gather or where cooking isn’t a priority. The choices range from minimal design to ‘bling’. Here’s where individual taste really makes a statement. For families with toddlers, drop down handles are a good choice as they’re harder for little ones to operate. Another consideration is how wide drawers are. Hardware that’s too small not only gets lost, but may be inadequate to open the drawer. The accepted rule of thumb is to use two knobs or pulls for drawers 18 inches or wider. The alternative is to use oversized bar pulls. Where To Start Living in a desert doesn’t limit choices to just Southwestern or Contemporary. Different kitchen styles help determine what type and size hardware complement the overall look. But this still leaves a...

A Kitchen Makeover

by | Mar 28, 2018 | Uncategorized

Remodeling your kitchen is a big decision. Cornerstone is always available to answer questions, help with the design and, of course, handle the installation. Here is an inspiring story! Reader Kitchen: A Kentucky Makeover for...

Why You Need Custom Cabinetry

by | Mar 27, 2018 | Uncategorized

Benefits Of Custom Cabinetry Custom cabinetry for your home represents the highest level of function and personal creativity.  Custom cabinetry gives you the freedom to plan your space to your specific needs and tastes. Design with exact specifications such as widths, heights and depths. Include specific details such as drawer locations. Define the use of your space for storage, appliances, sink locations and other specialized design solutions. Incorporate existing furniture pieces. Match your personal taste selecting door styles and woods, types of cabinetry -including face framed cabinetry or European frameless cabinetry – all the way to custom colored paints and finishes. Use of specialty moldings, carvings and options that incorporate the custom cabinetry into your unique living space. Custom cabinetry gives you the choice, optimal functionality, and the greatest range of design and storage flexibility. All brought together to enhance your living spaces.  At Cornerstone Cabinet Company, we can assist you with all of your cabinetry needs.  From custom cabinetry, semi-custom cabinetry or modular cabinetry,  let our expert designers help create the cabinetry your dreams are made...

Wood Warms These Kitchens

by | Mar 14, 2018 | Uncategorized

Houzz is an excellent source of information and ideas. We wanted to share some recent articles with you. “Wood brings warmth and texture to any space. That makes the material especially effective in kitchens, where shiny metal appliances and fixtures can have a chilly effect. Use a little here and there to balance white walls and cabinetry, or go full monty for a rustic cabin feel. Here are three kitchens that show a range of what wood can do.” Click here to read the full article from...
Cabinet Door Shapes

Cabinet Door Shapes

by | Mar 7, 2018 | Cabinets 101

When the time comes to give your kitchen a facelift, the first place to look is the cabinetry. If the wood species and stain of the cabinet denote the color and feel of the room they inhabit, then the door style is what lends an overarching sense of style and refinement. There are multiple construction types, finishes, and wood species to choose for your kitchen cabinets, but you may not have realized that there are also more than one cabinet door shape. The cabinet door shape that you choose for your cabinet can solidify the design theme of your kitchen and bring thoughts of style and theme to life. Types of Cabinet Door: While there are many individual options when it comes time to choose a door shape for your home cabinets, there are basically three main types of cabinet door shapes: slab door, recessed panel, or raised wood. The slab, also know as a flat panel door, is a frameless cabinet door. The wood grain and the colors may not always match perfectly across slab doors, but it is perfectly ideal if you are looking for a more rustic theme for your home design project. If you are trying to achieve either a classic or traditional style in your kitchen, then the raised panel door may be the best choice for you. Among the raised panel cabinet door styles, there are also choices of cathedral, arched, or square shapes to determine the shape of the raised panel. This gives you a few more options to make your kitchen cabinets as custom as possible to your original ideas without...
Simple Design Changes to Enhance Your Time in the Kitchen

Simple Design Changes to Enhance Your Time in the Kitchen

by | Feb 6, 2018 | Cabinets 101

So it is your turn to get your kitchen remodeled? Of course you are looking for the best design for you, your wants and needs. It will also be a great bonus to have a return on investment. These are the two most important items to discuss when you begin the work on your dream kitchen. Your dreams and hopes along with a financial return. We will discuss how to bring those dreams to reality! Taking the time at the get go to go over these details and make sure your every need is discussed will reduce stress involved in the entire process. It is best to get with a qualified professional Kitchen Designer that will take the time needed to be sure you get all you are looking for in your new kitchen. Imagine your new kitchen with the exact cabinetry you desire. Now add the perfectly designed layout that functions well for you and your family. This is the desired outcome we want for you. Be sure to find a Professional Kitchen Designer that will take time to actually hear your list of needs and desires. A Kitchen Designer that will ask you the right questions is very important! Tips to consider as you begin your Kitchen Remodel We all know our kitchens readily become the central point of our homes. There is cooking, school homework, special cooking treats together, projects, eating and entertaining. Let’s face it, the kitchen is where we all seem to love to be. And our family feels the most comfortable there. Let’s look at a few tips we all need to discuss before any designing takes place. Traffic – Where the kitchen is located in your home will dictate the space and placement of cabinetry. Is there an entrance...