Basics Of Glass Front Cabinets For A Traditional Kitchen

A traditional kitchen has many staple elements such as patterned walls and backsplash, stone, hardwood or tile flooring, glass-front cabinets, and more. Speaking of the latter, glass-front cabinets add a nice, sophisticated touch to a kitchen without overpowering other design elements. But before you add these to your traditional kitchen, it’s vital to know the basics about these cabinets. In this blog, Nima Kitchens, designers of quality kitchen cabinets in Vaughan, lay out the basics of glass insert/glass-front cabinets.

What Is A Glass Insert Kitchen Cabinet?

Before delving into its definition, it's key to understand the basic structure of a 5-piece cabinet door. The 5 pieces are divided into 3 categories:

- Panel: A flat piece in the middle of the cabinet door
- Rails: Two horizontal pieces above and below the panel are called rails
- Stiles: The two vertical pieces on either side of the panel are called stiles

Thus, a glass insert cabinet comprises a glass piece as the center panel, whereas the rails and stiles can be wood or metal. It is important to know about the 5-piece door style as glass inserts don’t work all cabinet doors.

What Type Of Glass Should I Add To My Cabinet Door?

There are primarily two options to choose from:

Clear Glass: The most basic and common option is clear glass. Showcase your special glassware, crockery, decor, and other prized possessions with a clear glass front.

Stained, Frosted Or Etched Glass: With clear glass front cabinets, there is an added pressure of keeping the cabinets organized. Avoid this hassle with a stained, frosted or etched glass door. In fact, stained glass-front cabinets are a perfect match for traditional kitchens. However, they also work for sleek, modern kitchen spaces.

Not sure what type of glass is best for your kitchen? Nima Kitchens & Bath can help. A leading kitchen designer and manufacturer of kitchen cabinets in Vaughan, our experts can help you realize the traditional or modern kitchen of your dreams. Get in touch with us today!