- 1). Select a style that will fit the rest of your home decor and blend with other furniture. Match the cabinet to furniture already existing in the room. Country-style cabinets are relaxed and may have scalloped trim or even stenciling. The wood is painted and might even be distressed to give the cabinet a worn look. Select traditional styles for a dramatic and sophisticated design.
- 2). Choose a cabinet with a mirrored back wall to accentuate the china displayed. Mirrors not only highlight dishes and stemware, but will make a small room appear larger.
- 3). Pick a cabinet with interior lighting to dramatically display the contents. Soft overhead lights in the room, combined with a lighted china cabinet, will direct your eyes to the displayed china.
- 4). Look for the added feature of adjustable shelves. Being able to adjust the shelves gives you more options for placing tall objects such as vases or pitchers.
- 5). Purchase glass door fronts for optimal viewing to better enjoy all your cherished possessions.
- 6). Measure the available space and keep it in mind while shopping. If the cabinet is sitting alongside a dining room table, leave room for comfortable seating and passageway. Corner cabinets are space savers in small rooms.
- 7). Set out the items you intend to display inside the cabinet. Arrange the items in the order you would like to place them on the shelves. Take a snapshot of the arrangement with you while shopping to help you stay focused on the size to purchase.
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