You may have heard the term ‘in-frame kitchen’ but are unsure what it means. To put it simply, an in-frame kitchen is when cabinet doors or drawers sit inside a frame that is attached to the kitchen carcass. This type of design has been associated with traditional methods of kitchen construction, which was particularly popular in the early1900s. Today in-frame kitchens are one of the most sought-after designs due to their visual appeal and noticeable quality.  In this blog we discuss what makes this type of kitchen so desirable.

Longer lasting
In-frame kitchens provide structural durability thanks to the extra solid frame that surrounds the door. This additional wood involves particular craftsmanship to ensure the visual detail is perfected and support is in place for doors and drawers – this means that the doors are less likely to drop out of place over time, increasing their longevity.

Customisable
Regardless of the style of your home, in-frame kitchens can suit both traditional and contemporary properties as they can be customised to your requirements. For instance, you can combine a shaker door with the frame for a more classic finish or have a smooth-painted door for a more modern finish.

Aesthetically appealing
One of the benefits of adding a frame around the doors is to provide a visual detail to the overall design. Detail such as this showcases the high quality of craftsmanship, providing a more luxurious feel.

Makes your home more desirable
A longer-lasting, quality kitchen like an in-frame kitchen could potentially benefit you when it comes to selling your home. Potential buyers could easily be put off if they need to pay for a new kitchen so having a kitchen that boasts high-quality materials and luxurious finishes can only be a good thing.

Complements other traditional techniques
If you are looking to enhance your kitchen’s aesthetic appeal then dovetail joints on drawers are a traditional carpentry technique which adds beautiful detail and complements in-frame designs. Dovetail joints are known for their strength and durability and are another example of fine craftsmanship when it comes to building kitchen furniture.

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