You may have heard the term ‘inset cabinetry’ when browsing options or shopping for your home, but what exactly does this mean?
Most simply understood, inset cabinets are when doors or drawers fit inside of the cabinet face frame openings. This gives a full view of the cabinet’s frame, with very minimal spacing or gaps in-between. Inset cabinetry originally gained popularity in Victorian or Georgian homes to “show off” the skill of craftsmen in those eras, while demonstrating a custom and luxurious design.
Today, inset cabinetry has resurfaced as a popular design choice in homes due to its sleek and modern look. With their alluring clean lines and endless options of personalization, inset cabinets are becoming more in demand by the day.
Planning out specific types of appliances, countertops, overhangs, and other design elements can be stressful when building or re-modeling your home. There are a few factors to consider before deciding which type of cabinetry is the perfect fit for your lifestyle.
Inset Cabinet Benefits:
- Sharp, Clean Look: The drawer and door are sized to fit inside the face of the frame, creating a sleek appearance to the front of the cabinet.
- Less Prone to Damage: The edges of the doors are less prone to damage over time because they are not exposed, like traditional face frame or frameless cabinet designs.
- Master Craftmanship: Since these doors require more skill to install, they are built with attention to detail and professional skill.
Inset Cabinet Drawbacks:
- Higher Costs: Due to their need for higher expertise custom build, they generally cost 15%-40% higher than your average cabinetry such as full overlay cabinets.
- Lack of Storage: Some homeowners argue that inset cabinetry provides less storage than other designs. However, this can easily be fixed with custom storage options.
- Upkeep: Over time, inset cabinets can require a level of ongoing maintenance. Certain levels of moisture can affect how the doors settle and they will need to be adjusted to maintain their clean, sleek look.
Inset cabinets are a great choice for homes that need to integrate their space. From kitchens to bathrooms, this type of design gives a compact and cohesive feel to its surroundings that is both stylish and effortless.
Our craftsmen at Castor provide details and customization on every project to ensure that your home is not only ‘trendy’, but also designed with purpose and function.
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