How many times have you found yourself in the interior design area in one of those football field huge supermarkets searching for that one stunning interior piece? Probably countless, right? Now, we can`t say that it has turned into an obsession but mildly said a haunt to get what you want.
Well, we have The Perfect Interior Piece that will match your needs. Commonly seen in kitchen and bath areas but yes, you can also find it in dining areas and living rooms. It almost sounds too good to be true that one piece of furniture can have such diverse use. We are talking about glass display cabinets.
They were able to withstand the test of time and remain an irreplaceable piece of every household and for a number of reasons. First things firsts, we must say that glass itself as material never stops being popular for its variety of unique qualities. Since its appearance which was decades ago, glass has found itself not only implemented in the interior design but also in the exterior as a structural component.
Nowadays, we have high scraper buildings covered in glass; houses build from it; and commonly used doors, windows, and walls. Not only has its usage increased, but also the number of its properties and choices. Back in the past, there was only one type of glass while today we have so many of it that it is almost impossible to choose. According to your needs such as improved safety and security, environment-related functions, and different qualities you will be able to choose the type of glass that will suit you best. Only a few of its characteristics are: resilience, weather resistance (resistant to the effects of rain, wind, and sun; able to reflect sunlight), insulation (it can be a great insulator against electricity, heat, and even electromagnetic radiation and sound transmission), chemical resistance, it can come in various shapes and colors, and finally you can add an extra layer (coat) to make it anti-reflective, to chemically strengthen it, anti-corrosion, self-cleaning, and to make it water repellent.
Moving on, we must say that these characteristics are only the technical ones whereas we must also say a word or two, about its visual characteristics too. Glass as common component seen in homes is quite a simple way to add a dose of brightness, simplicity, and elegance to it. Kindly welcome the sunlight into your home by adding transparent cabinets made from glass which will break up the monotony of using traditional solid cabinets made from wood. Additionally, nevertheless of where you choose to use them the cabinets made from glass will allow you to neatly organize your objects and keep your interior clutter free.
In your Kitchen
While using Glass Cabinets in your kitchen area you should always aim to create a balanced look between two equally important aspects function and looks. We assure you; nothing is worse than realizing that your refreshingly beautiful kitchen area is a rather “hot” mess with practically aligned dishes, objects, and cookbooks. A friendly tip would be to always place the items you commonly use within your reach simply because there is nothing worse than climbing on a chair early in the morning just to get to your favorite coffee cup. Therefore, take the time to think about what goes where. This way you will end up with a cohesive and put-together kitchen.
When it comes to the type of glass on your kitchen cabinets there are a few options to choose from:
- Transparent glass
This rather traditional option will allow you to display all of your items which can be both an advantage and disadvantage; however, if you do have a small kitchen and you are aiming to create a natural minimalist interior this will be the perfect choice for you.
- Frosted Glass
This type of glass is probably more commonly seen than the regular see-through glass simply because more people are comfortable with the idea of hiding the content of their cabinets; this sleek and chick-this type is used in contemporary kitchen areas.
- Textured Glass
If you do choose to go with textured glass, soon enough you will realize that there are various types of it; regardless of the design of your kitchen choose a classical and simple pattern that won`t ever go out of style.
- Seeded Glass
This type of glass is not commonly seen therefore it’s no wonder if you are not familiar with it; its usage will provide you with a semi-sheer look while on touch it has a bubbly texture which can be tiny or large.
In the Bathroom
As we mentioned at the beginning, Glass cabinets can be seen not only in kitchen areas but in bath areas as well. Usually, when apartments tend to come with a smaller bath a common problem arises –too many products but no available space where to arrange them. Here is where cabinets made from glass come in handy. They are easy to mount, will allow you to carefully sort all of your products and actually hide them, will enhance the overall look of your bath hence of their polished appearance, and they usually come with a mirror too which will be super-practical on a daily basis. Function and style! Maximize the space in your bath while adding elegance and simplicity to it.
In your Living Room
Lastly, we must also mention that Glass display cabinets can be used in the living room too. You look surprised, don`t be! As we said, their usage is wide all throughout the household.
If you have a valuable College degree, or some trophies from your children, or even souvenirs from your last road trip that you do want to show but yet you want them to stay dust-free, safe, and away from sticky fingers, here is where Glass display cabinets come in handy. In addition to these cabinets, you can also install some subtle lightning which will literally make your valuable collection pop.
Conclusion
There you have it. One glove to fit them all! Cabinets made from glass!
Practical and fully functional yet equally stunning and elegant, these types of Glass display cabinets are literally a bare necessity for each and every home.
