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Ventilated shelving is going by the wayside and
being replaced by beautiful, detailed cabinetry
that once was only reserved for kitchens.
Companies that specialize in closet build out
can assess, design and install custom cabinetry
that will improve and organize your life. There
was a time when your shoes were lined up along
the wall of a standard closet, but now they can
have custom racks. You can organize your clothes
by season or put an end to who gets to have more
space by customizing your closet with his and
her sides. Shelves and drawers are abundant in
custom closets. Many spaces, that are large
enough, can accommodate a center island for
storage and a stone countertop for work space.
Your imagination is the only limit with today’s
custom closets, and they add great value to your
home.
Before you decide on a closet company, also
consider that many of these companies are now
filling the demand for other custom cabinetry
throughout the house. These are a few examples:
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Laundry Rooms
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Pantries
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Home Offices
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Garage Cabinetry, Storage and Workspace
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Home Theaters
There are many levels of custom finish out when
it comes to closet cabinetry. A basic option is
to explore retail storage solution companies
that offer modular systems which can be fit into
your room by entering the dimensions of the
closet into a computer and then deciding which
components are important to you. A design can
then be rendered showing how their
pre-fabricated components could be fit into your
space. There is a great deal of flexibility in
this method and you can easily achieve a closet
that can keep you well organized. Originally
these types of modular systems started out
white, but in time have evolved to offer
numerous wooden finishes. For a custom closet
that supersedes the standard wire shelving that
many builders use, this is a very cost effective
option.
If you have a larger budget another option will
give your closet the same look you see in
today’s kitchen cabinetry. The process is much
the same as when installing new kitchen
cabinets. A closet company can come to your home
and discuss your needs or you can visit their
showroom to see samples. A visit to the showroom
is highly recommended because it allows you to
visualize newer concepts in cabinetry that you
might not have known were available Also
visiting the showroom will ensure that you get
exactly the closet that you want. Once you have
explored the options that are available, ask the
expert about pricing. Many custom closet
companies price per linear foot. The closet
company needs to know your budget, and you need
to know what can be achieved with the allotted
amount. There are numerous ways to tailor the
cabinets to your tastes. You can choose from
numerous door styles, molding details and
hardware options. Once you have made your
selections and your closet has been designed,
the cabinets will be ordered in the finish and
detailing of your choice.
When they arrive, the closet company will
install them in your space. Once they have
completed the installation. Take a day or so to
make a punch list of any problems that the
cabinets have. Here is a short list.
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Do all of the drawers glide smoothly?
•Are
the door tightly hinged, aligned and fit
smoothly against the cabinet?
•Are
there any loose pieces?
•Are
there any damages to the walls, as a result of
the installation, that need to be corrected?
•Do
any of the sections have damage as a result
transport or installation?
Bring this list to the attention of the closet
company representative once you have thoroughly
inspected the installation. They take pride in
their work and want you to be satisfied. You
should follow these same steps no matter which
room that you have custom cabinetry installed
nor the price point.
A final type of custom closet, that is popular
in exclusive homes, is cabinetry that is crafted
on-site. A closet designer will draft plans and
make specifications for a custom craftsman’s
crew to create them from scratch. This can be
the most expensive way to outfit a closet, but
can be the most detailed. While not as practical
as the previous and more popular method,
cabinetry built on-site has no limitations which
can arise from specific size ranges for the
cabinets that pre-fabricated companies offer.
The ceiling is truly the limit with an on-site
job.
No matter which type of custom closet you
choose, it can be a rewarding investment in your
home. You will enjoy the added luxury, while a
future buyer will find your home has more detail
than other comparables. |
