Drawers vs. Doors in Kitchen Cabinetry

If you’ve decided to remodel your kitchen, you’ll quickly discover that you have many decisions to make – from flooring and countertops to the type of cabinetry you want. While these aren’t always easy decisions, there are many helpful tips that will guide you along the way.

One of the decisions you’ll face is whether to install drawers, doors or a combination of both in your kitchen cabinetry. Each option comes with benefits that you should consider as you think about your family’s needs. Your kitchen remodeling contractor may recommend having a combination of both, with a configuration customized to your family’s lifestyle.

Cabinets With Drawers

There are quite a few advantages of installing drawers, including the ability to organize the drawers with dividers and great visibility into everything that’s stored inside. Pots, pans and lids are all within reach since you can pull the drawer all the way out, leaving nothing stuck in the back where you can’t find it. If you are doing a contemporary kitchen remodel, you may discover that the drawers are not only practical, they also add a current style element that is visually appealing.

Cabinets With Doors

Most upper cabinets are designed with doors for stacking dishes, bowls, glassware and tall items. With this style of cabinet, you are typically able to adjust the shelves to accommodate the needs of your family. Another option is to add pull-out shelves behind the doors to make it easier to find items that typically get pushed to the back of the cabinet.

Combining Drawers & Doors

You may also decide to have a combination of drawers and doors in your kitchen, with doors on the upper cabinets and drawers in the base cabinets. This way, you’ll have the ease of access for pots, pans, small appliances and other kitchenware, as well as places to put your lightweight items like stemware and tall items that don’t fit well in drawers.

Let’s Talk About Your Kitchen Remodel

DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Ogden has experienced designers on staff who can help you make important remodeling decisions and create the kitchen that will add functionality and identity to your house. To begin the process of planning your dream kitchen, call (800) 583-2133 or submit our online form to start a conversation!

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