We all know what bedroom dressers are, but what about kitchen dressers? Whether or not you have ever heard of a kitchen dresser, it is something you may want to think about picking up. If you’re in the market for one, the tips below can help you choose a dresser that fits perfectly into your home.
1. Know the essence of kitchen dressers
Though they’re all the same thing, you might hear kitchen dressers also referred to as china hutches and Welsh dressers. Whatever the name, a kitchen dresser is a piece of kitchen furniture with shelves, usually made from wood. The dresser will generally have shelves near the top, with the lower half of the dresser reserved for drawers and/or cupboards; this portion of the dresser is often called the sideboard.
2. Prepare your dresser
Sanding and painting a kitchen dresser is a job which is best done outdoors. It can be a very messy job – and no one wants to breathe paint fumes if they don’t have to, so take your dresser outside before you begin. Start by sanding your kitchen dresser thoroughly, since this will help your paint stick to the wood and save you a lot of trouble down the road. Choose the color of kitchen paint according to the kitchen paint and kitchen wall tiles you use indoors; the idea is to match or coordinate the color with your existing décor, though it is not necessary to have a precise match.
3. Choose a wood type
Among the most common types of wood for kitchen dressers are ash, oak and pine. Each has its own specific qualities, so consider each type on its own merits before you decide. You may also want to think about how easy each type of wood is to maintain, since some will need more care than others.
4. Know the function of kitchen dressers
Like any other kind of kitchen furniture or kitchen wall tiles, a kitchen dresser is made for specific tasks. A lot of people like to display their good china or attractive silverware in these dressers, though you can use yours to show off curios or to store cookware of all types. Traditionally, these dressers have been used as a place to cool hot foods and to cure meats, though it is not necessary to use them for these or any other culinary purposes.
5. Choose a particular style
Not all kitchen dressers are alike. In fact, they can range quite significantly in style. Welsh, Indian, and Mexican are some of the most popular regional styles that you can choose from. You can also choose dressers that have a more traditional look, and ones with a more contemporary appearance. The style of dresser that you choose should be based on other décor in the kitchen, and personal preference. However, it’s crucial to take into consideration the other décor that you’ll be including in the kitchen. The dresser should complement the other décor, rather than detract from it.
Even if you’ll never use it to cool porridge or to prepare meats, kitchen dressers can still function outstandingly in today’s homes. The above tips will help you to choose the right one, and then maintain it rightly.