The Pros and Cons of Choosing Shaker White Style Cabinets for a Kitchen Remodel

An important part of any kitchen remodeling project is choosing the style and type of cabinets that you want to use in your kitchen. The Shaker white style cabinet has been around since the mid-1800s, and it’s still one of the most popular options used today by homeowners looking to update their kitchen décor . However, these cabinets also have a few downsides that you should consider before making this design choice for your own kitchen renovation project. What Are Shaker Style Cabinets? In keeping with its less is more philosophy, Shaker-style focuses on austere simplicity. The cabinets feature clean lines, straight edges and only a few visible hardware fasteners. It's not uncommon to see woodblocks where screws or nails would be used as part of an attempt to emphasize the natural beauty of wood (rather than hiding it). In addition to these aesthetic choices, shaker cabinets also have very deep sides—so much so that there isn't even any room to store pots or pans undernea...