Steel kitchen cabinets are a great idea if you are interested in transforming your kitchen to a modern masterpiece. It is not a surprise therefore, that home owners looking for how to transform their home into their dream home are increasingly going for this look. Why have steel cabinets and stainless steel become one of today’s kitchen design trends?
Durability
“Unlike wooden cabinets, your steel cabinets will never crack, warp or get defaced by mildew or mould” says Gary, expert at Cannonsteelsltd.co.uk. “The industrial look that is common with well-crafted steel kitchen cabinets can fit in with any modern-styled kitchen.” Gary’s company distributes trade steel for fabrication and industry. However, the steel used in kitchens has many of the same properties as that which is used for heavy duty projects. It is certainly true that steel is one of the most durable materials that you could use in your kitchen.
Compatibility
Another great reason why you should embrace steel kitchen cabinets is that they can easily combine with just about any material to create a beautifully finished kitchen. When combined with lightly stained wood for instance, the end product is a kitchen that is bold, bright and full of life. Steel cabinets can also fit in nicely with a variety of wall and floor finishes, so you can be sure that they won’t look out of place. The monochrome appearance of the steel cabinet will particularly enhance the personality of the kitchen when combined with red, green or blue walls and floors.
Combination with glass panels
Glass panels offer an attractive balance for steel edges so you can easily use leaded, opaque, patterned or clear glass in the design of the steel cabinet doors. This style will help you keep track of what is stored in the cabinets, and makes the kitchen feel open and full of character.
Cleaning your steel cabinet
One of the main reasons why steel cabinets, perhaps haven’t taken on as much as they could have in the past is because people have been unsure how to clean them.
To make cleaning your steel cabinets straightforward, you need to care for it regularly by actively trying to prevent scuffs and marks. You can prevent these by:
- Cleaning any spills as soon they occur (helps avoid permanent marks)
- Rinsing surfaces with water after using chemicals on them
- Always keeping the cabinets dry
Fortunately, there is no need to use overly strong chemicals to clean your steel cabinet. In fact, cleaning steel kitchen cabinets with abrasive agents of bleach may deface them. To maintain the finish of your cabinet, all you need is a little bit of elbow grease.
Whether you are looking to clean-off light marks, or just doing general cleaning, treat the steel cabinet with some hot water and a cloth or sponge. You can add some washing liquid to the mix, depending on what type of stains you are dealing with.
If you notice your steel cabinet is losing its shine, you can restore its appearance and rebuild its protective surface by polishing it. Here are a few tips to help you achieve this:
- Get some steel polish
- Use natural cleaning agents. This can be applied after using your chosen steel polish and rinsing it. Utilise natural cleaning agents like vinegar or lemon juice on a cleaning towel and wipe over the surface. You can also pour a concentrated solution into an empty spray bottle and apply that way.
- Use olive oil. Simply put a decent amount of oil onto a dry cloth and rub it all over the cabinet. Wait for a few minutes and wipe the oil off with a paper towel. You can also use baby oil for this purpose.
Steel cabinets look set to be a major trend in 2015, so should be on your shortlist to consider.