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* How to Choose the Perfect Cabinets for Your Fancy Brown Granite

* How to Choose the Perfect Cabinets for Your Fancy Brown Granite

If you're putting in granite countertops in your kitchen, you have quite the decision ahead of you!

Granite comes in many different colors and patterns, each one better suited to different styles of kitchen. But which one is right for you? To help you decide, here are three factors to consider when choosing the perfect cabinets for your fancy brown granite.

What Color?

Color is an important factor in choosing your kitchen cabinets. You want your choice of cabinetry to be a complementary match with your fancy brown granite countertops. If you have those, take a good look at them before deciding on cabinets, as they’ll help determine what color wood and metal finishes will work best. If you don’t know much about fine finishes, ask a specialist at your local hardware store about which shades of wood and metal are likely to blend well with your marble or quartz kitchen countertops. Or make things easy on yourself and choose stainless steel; it goes with everything!

Choosing Materials

The first thing you’ll want to do is think about your personal taste. Natural materials like wood and stone will work great if you’re a traditionalist. On the other hand, consider using man-made materials like vinyl or metal if you love modern design. In addition to personal taste, take into account cost: fancy granite isn’t cheap! To save money on cabinets that match your new countertops exactly in material and color, choose classic styles like white cabinets with black (or brown) granite. By choosing a classic style that’s easy to match without an unlimited budget, you can stick with cheaper colors while still getting what you want from your home renovation project.

The Importance of Scale

Scale and proportion are two important factors in any kitchen remodel. If you want your granite countertops, wood cabinets, and stainless steel appliances to look their best, it’s essential that they’re of similar size and shape. You can opt for a sleek-looking streamlined kitchen or one with tons of detail (such as knobs, handles, or drawer fronts). In order to make sure everything flows together seamlessly while still standing out individually, go with similar scales—for example, 10-inch baseboards, 10-inch molding over top of that baseboard, etc. If you prefer a more modern look for your cabinetry, consider using flat panel doors on your upper cabinets rather than those with detailed edges.

Buying Quality

It might cost a little more, but it will be worth it. Look at cabinets as an investment in your home. You want your new kitchen to look beautiful and last a long time, so don’t scrimp on quality. Before you buy anything, take measurements and make sure you have a complete understanding of what goes where. A good-quality cabinet won’t break down over time and will hold up in storage when not in use. It is a worthy investment that can make all the difference for your family kitchen renovation!

Get the Look on a Budget

When working with a designer, you can enjoy gorgeous cabinetry without breaking your budget. Get inspired by visiting showrooms and catalogs, then let your designer customize them for you. Common tricks include using cheaper materials like laminates instead of wood or veneers instead of solid-surface countertops.

Conclusion

If you’re trying to choose between two colors, pick one that contrasts with your granite. But if you’re stumped on what color goes best with brown granite, ask a professional (like a home-improvement specialist) or visit a local hardware store. Or just play it safe and stick with stainless steel: It’s never out of style and pairs well with virtually any decorating scheme.