Last updated 3 days ago
In this age of extensive consumer choice, closets that were built for life a few decades ago are ill-equipped to suit our current storage needs. If you do not have the money or the desire to remodel your entire closet, consider organizing it with new, high-functioning cabinetry. One of the best ways to promote effective closet organization, installing new cabinets can free up space, save you time, and spare you the stress associated with making a mess of your clothes and accessories every time you need a specific item. Here are a number of different cabinetry options that a homeowner can choose from when looking to organize his or her closet:
Drawers
Closet drawers make ideal storage solutions for clothing, accessories, socks, and jewelry. A custom-designed set of cabinet drawers can help you maximize space by choosing the size of each drawer based on what will be stored in it. When designing a new set of drawers, allow space in front so that drawers can be opened fully.
Cabinets
Think about the value of having cabinets in the kitchen and the bathroom, and then think about all of the different things you store in your closet. Maximize your closet organization potential buy having new cabinets installed, in which you can store your iron, shoehorn, shoe polish, and even shoes.
Shelves
Shelves are a great space-saver, allowing us to store items much higher (and sometimes lower) than we otherwise would. Once you have determined where you want your drawers and cabinets to be located, you can have your cabinetry remodeling professional fill in the remaining space with strategically placed, custom-designed shelves.
At Fine Cabinetry, LLC we believe that people from every budget and lifestyle should have beautiful cabinets. We offer a wide selection of finely-crafted, environmentally friendly cabinets and countertops suitable for your kitchen, bathroom, office, garage or living room. For more information about our services and products, call us at (215) 375-7836.
Last updated 10 days ago
Are you looking for a great way to save space and enjoy your home entertainment system? A built-in entertainment center with cabinets is a great way to make cramped living areas feel larger. It can also give your living room a polished look.
In this video, you can get a look at how built-in entertainment centers are made. The living room remodel creates a more comfortable and stylish feel. A built-in entertainment center can also enhance your movie-watching experience.
At Fine Cabinetry, LLC we believe that people from every budget and lifestyle should have beautiful cabinets. We offer a wide selection of finely-crafted, environmentally friendly cabinets and countertops suitable for your kitchen, bathroom, office, garage or living room. For more information about our services and products, call us at (215) 375-7836.
Last updated 17 days ago
If you’re remodeling your kitchen, make sure that you also update the space between your new countertops and cabinets as well. Backsplashes are a functional yet beautiful feature of your kitchen. Not only do they keep your walls from staining, but they can also give your kitchen the splash of color or texture you need to bring it to life. Here are some tips for choosing the right backsplash to complement your kitchen cabinets:
Start with Style
Since you’ve already chosen beautiful cabinets for your kitchen remodel, use them as a starting point for determining the style of your kitchen’s backsplash. If your cabinets have an Old World feel, consider a classic Tuscan-style backsplash. For a more modern cabinet style, go for something metallic or shiny for your backsplash.
Develop a Budget
Although backsplashes are a fairly inexpensive feature to have professionally installed in your new kitchen, material costs for things like wood paneling and tile can fluctuate depending on what you choose. Include your new backsplash in your kitchen remodeling budget to make sure you get what you want without breaking the bank.
Consider Materials
Look for materials that fit within the scope of your kitchen cabinets’ theme or style. Backsplashes can be made out of many different materials, but there are certain materials that are found most often. Tile backsplashes are popular in everything from country to cutting-edge kitchen design. Sheet metal is sometimes found in more modern kitchens, or those with a commercial or industrial feel. Wainscoting is a great option if it is used in the rest of your kitchen or dining area.
At Fine Cabinetry, LLC, we believe that people from every budget and lifestyle should have beautiful cabinets. We have a wide selection of finely-crafted, environmentally friendly cabinets and countertops suitable for your kitchen, bathroom, office, garage or living room. For more information about our services and products, call us at (215) 375-7836.
Last updated 24 days ago
For more inspiration and tips on how to remodel your kitchen or bathroom check out these helpful and insightful links below.
- The National Association of the Remodeling Industry provides this resource to help you live through a remodel.
At Fine Cabinetry, LLC, we believe that people from every budget and lifestyle should have beautiful cabinets. We have a wide selection of finely-crafted, environmentally friendly cabinets and countertops suitable for your kitchen, bathroom, office, garage or living room. For more information about our services and products, call us at (215) 375-7836.
Last updated 1 month ago
The current trend in bathroom lighting is toward larger, sunnier baths, and today's top bathroom designers are placing more emphasis on artificial lighting as well. A single, small lighting fixture protruding from the middle of the ceiling doesn’t suffice by today’s standards. Alternative sources of general lighting include recessed ceiling fixtures or indirect lighting that bounces off the ceiling or walls. In addition to good general lighting, adequate task lights are a must.
How the bathroom lighting is selected and placed depends on the size and layout of your bathroom. It also depends on the color scheme—bright colors reflect and enhance lighting effects; dark hues absorb and subdue them.
Lighting a Mirror
Small or large, a bathroom typically functions as a grooming center. For this reason, the area in front of the mirror should be evenly illuminated and free of shadows.
Experts' Insight for Bathroom Lighting
When planning a lighting design for your bathroom, follow these guidelines to ensure adequate general lighting.
Light sources should be placed so that light emanates from above, below, and both sides of the mirror. This technique, called cross-lighting, effectively eliminates shadows. If you have light coming only from above, it hits your eyebrows, causing shadows beneath your eyes—not an encouraging sight first thing every morning.
The first consideration should be a fixture that casts light just over the front edge of the sink and countertop. If you choose a light-colored countertop, more light will reflect up onto your face. Then add more lights centered on each side of the mirror.
If fluorescent fixtures are selected to illuminate a mirror, tubes designed for vanity illumination or tubes that produce daylight-spectrum light is ideal. The light from standard fluorescent tubes can be cold and harsh—acceptable for office or shop lighting but not for makeup application. Use one 24-inch, 20-watt tube on each side of the mirror. Two 24-inch, 20-watt tubes mounted above the mirror or a 32-watt circle light on the ceiling will offer adequate lighting to this space.
If fixtures are selected that require incandescent light bulbs, one option is to mount one wall fixture or pendant lamp on each side of the mirror. These side lights each should contain two 60-watt or 75-watt bulbs. If the ceiling fixture is round, it should be at least 12 inches in diameter and contain a bulb or bulbs rated at a total of 100 to 120 watts.
Larger mirrors that are 36 inches or more in width may require a different approach. If standard guidelines are followed, the center of the mirror may appear a bit dark. To avoid this, more powerful overhead light fixtures should be selected, and full coverage over the width of the mirror should be ensured. One effective option is a double row of recessed ceiling fixtures over the vanity.
Small powder rooms typically require one light above the mirror, a fixture on each side of the mirror, and one ceiling light directed toward the front edge of the vanity countertop.
Bath and Shower Lights
In an enclosed shower or tub area, most codes call for enclosed, vapor-proof lights. Use caution when positioning them, however; you don't want to look right into the light when you're lying in the tub. An infrared heat lamp mounted just outside the tub or shower will help avoid chilly exits. All switches should be located at least 6 feet from the tub and shower.
Stall Lights
In toilet compartments, a centered ceiling fixture using a 60 to 75 watt incandescent bulb or a 30 to 40 watt fluorescent tube should be installed.
The Right Light
Most experts recommend using incandescent bulbs in the bathroom, because the light that’s produced has natural, complexion-flattering properties. But incandescent bulbs also produce a good deal of heat that's often unwanted. Compact fluorescent fixtures are a good alternative. They demand far less electricity per lumen (a measurement of light intensity), and the tubes render a warm, pleasing spectrum of colors.
Consider having a dimmer switch installed for your bathroom's overall lighting. Fluorescent lighting doesn’t typically function on a dimmer switch. This will allow you to adjust the light to suit your needs and moods. Dimmers also make night-time visits to the bathroom more bearable, since the light can be turned down below the blinding level. Be sure to install a switch by each doorway so no one will have to cross the bathroom in the dark.
At Fine Cabinetry, LLC, we believe that people from every budget and lifestyle should have beautiful cabinets. We have a wide selection of finely-crafted, environmentally friendly cabinets and countertops suitable for your kitchen, bathroom, office, garage or living room. For more information about our services and products, call us at (215) 375-7836.
