However, consider switching up your kitchen storage by instead opposing some open shelving with hanging storage.
Remove Cabinet Doors
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The easiest way to revamp your kitchen without going through anentire remodelis to remove the doors from existing cabinets.
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To add more of a wow factor, consider painting the interior of your cabinets in a different color.
The natural wood shelves adds warmth against the bright whitebacksplashtile.
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Open shelving isn’t limited to farmhouse style.
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There are numerous ways you could design shelves to fit in with your aesthetic.
To create a more airy feel, remove that cabinet and opt for a couple of well-placed shelves instead.
Many houseplants will thrive in this location.
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Instead, consider creating a right angle and making use of the corner space, too.
you could also opt for items that aren’t used as often, to keep those corners covered.
Once you get the hang of how items group together, styling becomes easier and more enjoyable.
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This works especially well with uniquely shaped spaces, like a slanted roof or half-wall.
Accent with white and use symmetry to tie the design together.
Mix open and closed throughout your kitchen to keep it interesting.
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It’s an affordable solution for renters, too.
Additionally, they can work exceptionally well in creating unity in multiple spaces throughout your kitchen.
Using the same floating shelves on the home bar creates cohesion.
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For a clean modern look, try pairing wooden shelves withwhite tile.
Thisdeep charcoal kitchenhas floating shelves on one end that virtually fade into the background.
Group similar items in clusters of three for a harmonious look.
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A few black accents on the floating shelves echo the blackkitchen cabinetry hardwareand window frames for a cohesive feel.
The shelves are made from the same wood as the cabinets for a polished feel.
Is open shelving in the kitchen a good idea?
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Do open shelves get greasy?
Open shelves can get greasy, dirty, and dusty without regular maintenance.
Installing a powerfulrange hoodwill help prevent grease build-up but not eliminate it entirely.
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Which is more affordable, open shelves or kitchen cabinets?
Open shelves are typically more cost-effective than kitchen cabinets.
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