what are modular cabinets and china cabinets
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What Are Modular Cabinets and China Cabinets ?
What Are Modular Cabinets
Modular cabinets are household or business cabinets that are designed to
stack or link in some manner to create an ideal storage unit. Cabinets of this
type may be used in such diverse settings as a kitchen, a den, a supply or
storage area, or an office. In general, the installation of modular cabinets
takes very little time and is a great way to maximize the use of linear and
horizontal space.
A common example of this type of cabinet installation is in the kitchen.
Modular kitchen cabinets can be cut to measure and secured in place with the
greatest of ease. The units can be stacked to create a general storage area
within the kitchen, or be attached to float above and below a kitchen counter.
Because of the uniform sizing of the cabinetry, modular cabinets for kitchen
remodeling can save a great deal of money while also offering a wide range of
styles and colors.
In addition to use in kitchen design, modular cabinets can also be used to
create an ideal entertainment center in a den. Stacking cabinets can be
arranged to create perfectly sized sections for a television, DVD player,
speakers, and any other audio-visual equipment that is desired. Available in
all types of wood grains or other finishes, the modular units can easily be
rearranged when and as necessary.
Businesses can also make use of modular cabinets. Because the units can be
stacked, it is possible to make better use of limited floor space in areas where
machine parts and supplies are stored, rooms where important files are kept,
or even in work spaces such as cubicles or offices. Modular cabinet installation
requires very little effort, other than making sure the stacked units are securely
attached to each other and that each column of units are in turn secured to the
wall, making it unlikely for the cabinets to fall once put into position.
Modular cabinets may be composed of wood, metal, resin products, or a
combination of the three. The cabinets can be designed with drawers and
compartments of varying sizes. If is not unusual for the modular units to be
designed with movable shelving in each cabinet unit, making it very easy to
customize the units for just about any storage need.
In terms of cost, modular cabinets are often a less expensive option than other
storage options, while offering more versatility. Replacement of a damaged
cabinet is also much simpler and cost efficient than replacing more traditional
styles of cabinetry, and will easily provide just as many years of continual
usage as other cabinet options.
What Are China Cabinets?
In general, there are few true differences between a cupboard and a cabinet.
The two terms are almost synonymous, though some people consider the
difference between them to be the presence of shelves within the unit:
cupboards have shelves, while cabinets do not. This is a loose distinction,
however, and some people consider a more accurate distinction to be the
primary use of the item: cabinets are a broad term for storage units, while
cupboards are used specifically for displaying cups, plates, and other flatware
by using doors with glass panes.
A cupboard and a cabinet can be a freestanding unit or a wall-mounted unit,
and very often no physical differences are apparent between the two. Many
people will label a cupboard as a cabinet with a wood and glass door that
allows a person to see into the unit to view the contents; some cupboards
even feature no doors at all, revealing the plates and cups within. A cabinet
can be more multi-purpose, and storing items in a cabinet can be done with or
without shelves. Pots and pans, for example, are often stored in lower
cabinets beneath a countertop.
Some freestanding units will combine a cupboard and a cabinet. The higher
cupboards may be used for display purposes, while the lower cabinets can be
used for storage of heavier items or less attractive items that the owner does
not want to show off. Kitchens also often feature several wall-mounted
cupboards as well as wall-mounted cabinets for storage of different kitchen
tools and cooking items. Another distinction between cupboards and cabinets
lies in this kitchen configuration: some people contend that cupboards are
used for storing foods, while cabinets are used for storing cooking tools such
as pots and pans.
Regardless of the true distinction a cupboard and a cabinet will serve generally
the same purposes, and it is up to the owner to decide how the cabinets or
cupboards are used. Many people convert cupboards and cabinets into spaces
for storing dishwasher units, trash compactors, and other common kitchen
tools that can be otherwise unsightly. The cupboards and cabinets are very
often made from wood, but other types of materials can be used; stainless
steel is a popular choice for durability and aesthetics, and composite materials
have become more popular for cost savings, durability, and resistance to water
damage.
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