How to Select a Curio Cabinet

Curio cabinets are used to showcase collections of items or valuables in your home. Before purchasing a curio cabinet for your home, there are things you need to consider so you purchase the right curio cabinet for optimal use and attractive display.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Money
• Measuring tape

1. Consider the items that will go in the curio cabinet. What do you plan to put in your cabinet -- small or larger items? Also, will they be breakable or valuable and need extra protection?

2. Know how much space you have. Take measurements vertically and horizontally, so you buy a curio cabinet that fits perfectly into your home.

3. Decide on a style. Think about the furniture you already have in your home and how the style of the curio cabinet will match.

4. Examine lighting options in the curio cabinet. Some have under-shelf lighting, while others have over-shelf. Depending on what you want to display, you will want to see which showcases your items best.

5. Decide between wood and non-wood. The style of your home will help you determine this preference.

6. Know your budget. This plays a major part in the curio cabinet you purchase. Are you looking for something spectacular and expensive or something more practical and less expensive?

7. Compare cabinets from several different stores. Choose the one that fits your needs and budget.

8. Purchase your cabinet. Save all receipts and materials in case you have to return the item.

Tips & Warnings

• When you decide what items you need for your cabinet, you may or may not need to have fitted glass doors put on the cabinet. These will keep items from falling out and keep out dust as well.
• Cheaper cabinets are constructed with pressed particle board that is covered with laminate or a hardwood veneer. For larger investments, consider purchasing cabinets constructed with oak or maple wood.
• Check reviews online or in consumer magazines.
• If you have breakable or precious items in your cabinet be sure to have glass doors so the items do not fall out and break.

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