When you are redesigning your kitchen, you typically have two choices regarding storage: open shelving or enclosed cabinets. Both have advantages, but one may be more to your liking. To help you make the best choice, the following is a look at the benefits of each type.

Open Shelving 

Open shelving is often used in farmhouse or rustic-style kitchens. It has a homey, friendly feel since everything is on display and ready for use. Because of this, guests may feel more at ease helping themselves and will find your home a relaxed, inviting environment.  

Open shelving offers many advantages, including cost. It uses fewer materials, so it is often the less expensive option in terms of construction and installation. Open shelves are a good choice for smaller kitchens since they take up less space and don’t block light the way upper cabinets can, making the room feel larger and airier.

If your household is busy, with dinner prep usually rushed, open shelving streamlines your time in the kitchen. With cups, plates, and cookware at the ready, your family can enjoy dinner faster and be ready for the evening’s activities. 

Enclosed Cabinets

Enclosed cabinets are a good choice for modern, utilitarian kitchens. They help the room to appear sleek and uncluttered since you can stow all the necessities behind closed doors. If you’re an avid baker or love to cook, you likely have many small appliances and gadgets. Enclosed cabinets will help you keep your kitchen organized and tidy.

They offer other advantages as well. For instance, cupboard doors help keep plates and cups from collecting dust the way they would on open shelving. This saves you the chore of wiping down glassware and plates before use. 

If you have pretty china or an antique glassware collection that you’d like to display, consider adding glass doors and lighting to a few upper cabinets. This option lets you enjoy your prized RS Prussia or Carnival Glass without the task of regular dusting.

If you're planning a kitchen remodeling project, contact Pinkerman Cabinets and Remodeling in Cable, OH, to find open shelves or cabinets you like. They are locally owned and have served Champaign County for over 30 years. They offer many kitchen and bathroom cabinets and can even assist with design and remodeling. Call them at (937) 869-6145 to ask questions or schedule a consultation.