Etobicoke Handyman: The Importance of Kitchen Cabinets

Nearly every kitchen contains cabinets of some sort, to the point where most people do not give them a second thought or consider what they would do if they bought a house with no kitchen cabinets. But as those who deal with finish carpentry in Etobicoke can tell you, there are many reasons to have cabinets in the kitchen. Here are a few of the reasons why kitchen cabinets are important. 

They Provide Aesthetic Appeal

Aesthetic appeal refers to how attractive something is to someone’s eyes. Of course, what someone considers to be attractive or appealing is largely subjective and varies from person to person. However, there are certain things that most people agree are more appealing than others. Well-built cabinets that pair well with the countertops and other features of a kitchen are one such example. For instance, sleek white cabinets can look nice with a lighter granite countertop, while cabinets made of dark wood go well with darker granite countertops. 

In addition to looking nice themselves, cabinets provide further aesthetic appeal by providing people with a space to put their kitchen items. Having lots of food items and cooking equipment strewn across the counters can be unsightly and make the kitchen look as though someone needs to clean the space. Cabinets provide a place to hide all of these items so people are not overwhelmed when they first walk into the room. 

They Add Functionality

In addition to looking more appealing, the kitchen becomes more functional when groceries and cookware are put away in the cabinets. The countertops should be used for the preparation of food rather than for storage, and cabinets allow the countertops to maintain this function. In addition, there are many variations of kitchen cabinets that can further increase functionality, such as:

• Drawers within a cabinet

• Lazy Susans, which make good use of corner cabinets

• Built-in spice racks

• Pull-out shelving units

Homeowners should think about their cooking practices and how they best store items, and choose the cabinets that work best for them with the assistance of Etobicoke custom kitchen cabinetry professionals. Although it is a good idea to have organized cabinets, even cabinets that are not well organized still serve a functional purpose. 

They Make Organization Easier

Cabinets make organization easier because they provide a designated space for everything that people use in the kitchen. Some of the more common ways to organize the kitchen by using cabinets include:

• Placing silverware in a drawer directly above or below where the plates and bowels are kept, for easy access to both 

• Having a cabinet with pots and pans near the stove, so that they are easily reachable while cooking

• Keeping miscellaneous goods such as spices someplace near where food is prepared

Every family is different, however, so homeowners and those who use the kitchen the most should find what works for them and adjust accordingly. Organization can be especially difficult in a smaller kitchen, and cabinetry professionals can be a great resource when it comes to making the best use of a small space.

Larger kitchens can have their own challenges as well; for example, some of the cabinets may be very far away from where food is prepared. If that is an issue, a carpenter can try to install more cabinetry near the stove and other main cooking stations, and the cabinets that are farther away can serve as storage for lesser-used items.

If a homeowner wants new or additional cabinets, they should consider contacting the professionals at Handyman Connection today. Our carpenters can install cabinets in kitchens of any size and help people increase the aesthetics, functionality and organization of their kitchens.