POLL: Shelves or Cabinets?
If you had to choose, which would you go for - shelves or cabinets? Leave a comment explaining why!
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Mac interiors
9 år sidenIf its purely for storage I would nearly always go for cabinets, Items on shelves are really a display therefore for the shelves to look good you have to keep it looking orderly, up to date, clean and not allow any day to day paraphernalia to be dumped on them otherwise they look a mess. However it does depend what you want to display and the style and layout of your kitchen.Aby Molenaar
9 år sidenI agree that cupboards hide stuff, however they can be overpowering in some spaces where a shelf would be more in keeping. I guess it depends on the room and the space.soozmacrae
9 år sidenShelves have to be kept tidy and organised. Cabinets are just asking for things to get shoved in never to be seen again!breda44
9 år sidenAlbeit I like the simplicity of uncluttered shelves in a kitchen but both shelves and cabinets need to be practical and aesthetically pleasing within their individual settings. Choice is the answer.whiteleghorn
9 år sidenI love being able to grab an item off the shelf without having to look for it in a cupboard, but things undeniably get dusty and a bit greasy left on a kitchen shelf.Tom Flanagan
Forfatter9 år sidenIt sounds like both shelves and cabinets require a bit of organising and cleaning - are there any good ways to organise your shelves/cabinets and keep them clean? I'd love to hear any tips!Siobhan Ousby
9 år sidenCabinets - I choose this option mainly because I wouldn't need to dust as much. I prefer to have a storage space that can be designed to organise my items rather then display them. If needed I still could have a glass door to display but I like the privacy of cabinets.anuita
9 år sidenShelves are very efficient as you can see everything, it is less easy to lose things at the back of a cupboard and putting away stuff is just that much quicker when you don't have to negotiate cabinet doors especially when there are tall people hanging around. Cabinets, even the glass fronted ones also tend to make a room look top heavy particularly in a small kitchen. The downside of shelves is it puts a lot of pressure on you to be neat, have matching crockery and if things on open shelves have not been used a while they can gather dust or grease from cooking.Rashmi Singh
9 år sidenApart from storage vs. display I personally think open shelves are too hard to keep clean! Be it dust or accumulated grease from serious cooking. In my opinion if you are a serious cook and do more than boil pasta you need cabinets - and no open plan kitchens either!!hortonhearsawho2013
9 år sidenUnless you have the time to keep it clean and tidy or are a naturally tidy person then cabinets are the only option! If you really like them, then use them to store plates and bowls as these tend to look tidier....Tom Flanagan
Forfatter9 år sidenSidst ændret: {last_modified_time}9 år sidenI voted shelves initially because I like the look of an open kitchen (and I love that specific picture above!). But hearing what you guys have to say, cabinets seem like the more sensible option, and I do like to cook quite alot....Gardens of London
8 år sidenSidst ændret: {last_modified_time}8 år sidenGreat for easy access and visibility!
Fergal
7 år sidenAs a cabinet maker myself I prefer glass door cabinets opposed to open shelves: they are stronger and there is less dusting involved
Northbrook Designs
7 år sidenI have to admit I love the look of a chunky open shelf but for practical living the cabinet win's hands down . How long is that super organised open shelf going to stay that way ?? Not to mention dusting / cleaning
Heidi Cullen
7 år sidenI am disabled and cannot afford the purpose built cupboards that drop down etc. My carpenter has made me thick wooden shelves and a similar worktop all within easy reach. He is taking all my cupboards out in a couple of months and replacing them with shelves. I can't wait x
Sustainable Kitchens
7 år sidenI absolutely love the look of shelves in a kitchen - they help to create a really light and simple feel to the space, and create a stage for all your favourite things.
However, they do provide less storage. So if you dont have the luxury of plenty of storage, I would suggest going for wall cabinets instead, or having a mixture of the two.
There is something to be said for keeping the walls open too - it can be tempting to fill every possible space, but don't be afraid of leaving space for your cabinets to breath. This might mean having a clear out, but it will make your room feel much more open.
Charlie
Heidi Cullen
7 år sidenHi Charlie,
I live alone so don't need much storage. I've been living with my open shelves now for nearly 3 months and I have to say they save me time and everyone loves them. I have left little pathways up to some very high shelves and my cats love climbing them and watching me cook. The kitchen is much lighter, easier to use and I love it. Really glad I got rid of my wall units.
Sheridan Reis
7 år sidenI think it depends on the style of your kitchen and what kind of look you would want to achieve but for me, I would choose cabinets as it gives you more versatility when you want to change up the design or colour scheme. It also keeps everything looking neat and tidy - even if the cupboards are jam packed:)
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