by Cornerstone Cabinet Company | Sep 26, 2024 | Contractors, Interior Designers, Uncategorized
According to Houzz, the most popular kitchen cabinet modification for the past several years has been the pull-out garbage/ recycling bin. Storing trash under the sink is “over” as is leaving bins out to clutter your kitchen and entertain your pets. Another timeless option is a tilting tray (a cabinet panel on hinges) next to the sink bowl. It can store sponges and scrubbers that would otherwise take up your kitchen counter space. If you want to have a new coffee maker in your kitchen and been looking at reviews of coffee makers on sites similar to this website, it may be worth linking into planning to have a coffee station in your kitchen. it would be worth you considering adding a “garage door” cabinet modification, which consists of a wooden panel that tilts up. With this custom feature, your coffee maker and all of its accessories stay hidden behind a door that blends seamlessly with your design while keeping the caffeine easily accessible. Today’s upscale kitchen islands should have a built-in mini fridge for wine or other cold drinks. Cabinetry can be installed around a glass door unit to complement it or wooden panels can hide this appliance completely. Vertical racks either inside cabinets or integrated between cabinets can make extra room for plates or baking pans. This idea is especially helpful for smaller kitchens. Kitchen cabinet modifications are also no longer limited to above or beneath countertops. If there is a tall, thin space next to the refrigerator or extending into a neighboring living area, creating a floor to ceiling tower cabinet is an excellent way to...
by Cornerstone Cabinet Company | Sep 25, 2024 | Uncategorized
Creating a timeless kitchen requires the right features, which might leave you wondering, are glass-fronted kitchen cabinets still on trend? While they certainly fit the aesthetic of traditional style, are they still the go-to, or is there a different design that feels more up-to-date and current? There are a lot of kitchen cabinet ideas to consider when designing a kitchen, and the style you choose will impact the feel and aesthetic of your scheme. While opting for cabinets that complement your interior design style is key, you don’t want to end up with a space that feels dated. So, are glass-fronted kitchen cabinets still on trend? We’ve turned to interior designers and kitchen experts to find out whether there’s still a place in kitchen design for this classic cabinet style, and how to make it feel stylish and elevated. Click here to continue...
by Cornerstone Cabinet Company | Sep 18, 2024 | Uncategorized
How to design a kitchen that looks bright and airy despite a lack of direct sunlight? Kasie DiNella, founder of Mend Interiors, used a crisp, cool white — Benjamin Moore’s Chantilly Lace — on cabinetry that straddles modern and beachy in this new summer cottage-turned-primary-residence for empty nesters in Dennis. Contrast trim in a taupe-y neutral — Benjamin Moore’s Sea Pearl — adds warmth while a glossy, textured backsplash bounces around the sunlight that filters in. Using rift-sawn white oak shelves with a clear matte finish instead of upper cabinets helps, too. “They’re highly functional for daily use and encourage the homeowners to display personal items so the look can evolve with them over time,” DiNella says. Click here to continue...
by Cornerstone Cabinet Company | Sep 12, 2024 | Contractors, Homeowners, Interior Designers, Uncategorized
Choosing a kitchen countertop isn’t all about looks! Durability, maintenance and cost are all factors. If you select a favorite and it doesn’t fit your lifestyle, chances are that there is a similar style in another material that will work. However, regardless of whether it is granite or concrete, you must care for it appropriately to maintain its beauty. According to the National Kitchen and Bath Association, granite is the top choice in kitchen countertops. It is available in a wide variety of colors and no two pieces are ever exactly alike. Granite can be polished to darken and shine the stone or honed to make it soft and matte. Similar natural stone materials, like marble and limestone, are softer than granite and require more delicate use. Quartz, a combination of mineral, color, and resin, is not cheaper than natural countertops, but is a durability superstar. Hot pots, serrated knives, abrasive pads, and most stains are no match for quartz. All natural stone countertops must be sealed periodically to keep them looking great, but quartz does not require sealing. Concrete countertops are gaining popularity because they can be completely customized with pigments. Concrete is available in several different finishes: trowel (smooth), ground (sanded to expose the sand aggregate) and pressed (a tool is used to reveal marble-like veining). Extreme changes in temperature may cause concrete to warp or curl, damp sponges left on the countertop can cause discoloration, and acidic spills may mar the surface. To keep concrete countertops in shape, seal them four times per year and wax them with a paste every two to three months. Wood...
by Cornerstone Cabinet Company | Sep 11, 2024 | Uncategorized
As trends this year promote more eclectic, personality-filled spaces, can you – and should you – mix kitchen cabinet hardware? From handle styles to fixture finishes, introducing a playful mix seems like the simplest way to add interest to your scheme, but is it a designer-approved method? Kitchen cabinet hardware ideas are vast and varied, and as kitchen trends continue to change, it can be tricky to keep up with the dos and don’ts of kitchen design. But is mixing hardware the new way to add unique appeal to your design, or is it a fleeting trend to stay away from? To find out whether 2024 is the year to embrace mismatched handles or consider them a dated trend to avoid, we’ve asked kitchen designers if you should mix your kitchen cabinet hardware, or keep things uniform. Click here to continue...
