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Clever kitchen designers make use of corner kitchen cabinet options to create useful space.
Most of us have encountered spaces in kitchen cabinet corners that are nearly impossible to access. This space is commonly referred to as a blind corner; appropriate nomenclature considering that the space is very difficult to see into or make use of. Clever kitchen designers make use of corner kitchen cabinet options to create useful space.
It is important to select the countertops before deciding on cabinetry. Factors such as size of the kitchen, depth of the countertop and type of corner intersection affect the type of corner cabinet that will fit. There are basically four categories of corner cabinets; Lazy Susan, diagonal, magic and single.
Lazy Susan (aka corner carousel) units have long been used in kitchen blind corners; they are basically a manually rotated turntable. Due to its characteristic revolving capability, every item on a Lazy Susan is accessible. The main objection to the design of the Lazy Susan is that the turntable is round and the space in which it is placed often features a rear 90 degree angle. Spinning the turntable commonly causes items to fall off the table; if they fall behind the lazy Susan they are very difficult to retrieve. Lazy Susan corner cabinets are accessible with a single door.
Diagonal, angled cabinets make use of space with regular shelving. It is common for these units to be fitted with glass doors for display purposes. Diagonal cabinets can turn a corner into a real focal point.
Magic corner cabinets provide the ultimate corner cabinet accessibility. Easy access is made by simply swinging the cabinet door open; pivot and slide mechanisms enable access to every item stored within the cabinet. Many magic corner units are a combination of pivot, slide and Lazy Susan technology.
The simplest of all options, the single corner cabinet is generally less expensive and easier to install. Many of these cabinets feature sliding door access.
The determining factor in deciding which type corner cabinet to install is intended use. In other words, will you be storing large pots and skillets or rather; will you be storing canned goods? Will the under-counter corner space be used to store items that are rarely used? How often will you be accessing items in the rear of the storage area? All of these questions are important in determining what type of corner cabinet you need.
Blind corner space can be totally wasted space unless good corner cabinets are installed that allow the space to be fully utilized. Keep in mind that corner cabinets are available in all sorts of materials and it should not be difficult to satisfy both your budget and your style!
Make all the space in your kitchen work for you; choose the best design to optimize ease of access and to enhance the look of your kitchen décor. Choose your countertop and then select the best corner cabinet for your plan. A good corner cabinet will benefit by adding easily accessible storage and a stylish touch to any kitchen.
