Glass cabinets are a wonderful solution for a better looking see through kitchen cabinet. This will allow your kitchen design to have more depth and character. Come and join us as we explore most of the possibilities and frequently asked questions that normally would help clarify any uncertainty.
hanging glass cabinets
If you are wondering about hanging glass cabinets on the wall then let me tell you that its a very simple process.
Steps for Installing a See Through Kitchen Cabinet
- Identify the height and position on your wall
- Locate wood studs in wall
- Remove Glass From Doors of Cabinet
- Remove Doors From Cabinet
- Install Cabinet Itself and Screw onto wall studs with pan head 3 inch screws
- Install Doors back to Cabinet
- Install Glass Panels back to Doors using a hand screw driver for glass support (do not use power drill because too much pressure can crack the glass)
Glass Corner Wall Cabinet
The corner wall cabinet is a very good looking addition to any kitchen. Keep in mind when handling these corner cabinets is that they are heavier than the regular kitchen wall cabinets and you may need some help installing it.
Glass corner wall cabinets have options when it come to the inside of the cabinet. The shelves for this wall cabinet should be preferably with color matched interior and LED lighting.
Double glass fold out doors for your wall cabinet could be a beautiful add on option if your kitchen design allows for it.
kitchen island with glass cabinets
The kitchen island is the center of attention for your home so you should spend some extra funds in getting the base glass cabinets for the bottom doors. Preferably it would be ideal to keep the glass cabinets on the outside of your kitchen island cabinets that are facing away from your kitchen and facing the living room or seating area for your guest to enjoy the view. It would be nice to keep the glass away from the sink or stove to prevent common food spattering.
Make sure so add some LED lighting to the glass cabinets for ultimate kitchen results.
How to put handles on glass cabinet doors
When it comes to installing new handles on glass cabinet doors is is better drill the hole with out the glass on cabinet door because strong vibrations from your drill make cause crack if your panel is slightly loose on one end.
The location of the handle will be placed on the standard position for all hardware on kitchen cabinets which is the following:
- The First hole of your hardware will be placed on the opposite side of hinges in the middle of your door stile (The door frame piece going vertical) and aligned with the top edge of your bottom door rail ( The door frame piece going horizontal)
- If you go with knob or with a pull it is the same rule. The first hole for a pull goes in the same place as knob, The second hole of the pull goes measured up to center of stile.
how to turn a cabinet door into a glass cabinet door
You will need special wood working equipment like a router with a 1/4 inch bevel groove in order to convert a regular cabinet door into a glass cabinet door. The Glass will also need proper rubber supports with a screw placed in pairs on each side of glass.
Steps to turn cabinet door in a glass cabinet door
- Remove door from cabinet
- Carefully cut out inner wooden panel of door with a jigsaw, saw, or oscillating tool with a fine finish blade and make sure to tape off edges of cabinet frame to reduce scratching or scraping
- Clean off any excess glue, staples, nails, or wood residue in area or groove of door.
- Use a router with a 1/4 inch bevel groove to around the inside of cabinet door along the inside of opening.
- Check to see that your glass pane was ordered correctly as it should fit into that grove and end flush with cabinet on inside.
- Attach glass to door with rubber screw on supports on each side and corner, if larger than 24 inches then add support towards the center as well, Pre drill for every screw placement and use only small machine screws that are not longer than the thickness of your wood door frame.
glass cabinet door how to keep from breaking
The best and only solution that I would recommend as a Kitchen Specialist is to use soft close hinges on your glass cabinets with healthy thick rubber bumpers.
Besides the glass being secured to your glass door with proper hardware the best solution because even if you are extremely careful your guests or children will forget to be careful. Take Precaution and use the recommended hinges to protect your investment.
Where to buy glass cabinet door inserts
You may be surprised that glass is everywhere around the globe including down your street near by. Some kitchen cabinet like to have their own in house glass shops to provide you with the exact piece you need, but if that option is beyond your reach either by warranty ending or too expensive then try your local glass shop.
Local Glass Shop
The local glass shop is as common as any other home based store in any area across the united states. They have the tools and expertise to deliver glass in any size, thickness, or builder grade at your demand. From Commercial Glass To Residential Glass for your home windows.
How to order glass from the glass shop
- Give them a call
- Check if they have website
- Visit The Glass Shop To See The Quality
You will need to have the measurements ready for your glass size and thickness grade, please provide pictures and samples for faster results.
Conclusion
Glass doors on kitchen cabinets are still very common today as they were 100 years ago. Now modern cabinets are built with glass options on their doors, as the shelving even as an entire glass back on cabinets to see directly through them in installed in open areas.
The Glass Door look on see through kitchen cabinets is still a great easy and affordable design to add to your kitchen today or any time you decide to add a new feature to any one of your cabinets.
We hope you have enjoyed this information and if you need help installing your kitchen glass cabinets contact us and we will be happy help.
