{"id":196,"date":"2011-10-13T18:08:17","date_gmt":"2011-10-13T18:08:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.rtacabinetstore.com\/blog\/?p=196"},"modified":"2011-10-10T18:12:39","modified_gmt":"2011-10-10T18:12:39","slug":"transforming-kitchen-shaker-style-showcase","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rtacabinetstore.com\/blog\/transforming-kitchen-shaker-style-showcase\/","title":{"rendered":"Transforming Your Kitchen into a Shaker Style Showcase"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Beauty from form, functionality, and simplicity is what the Shaker style is all about.\u00a0 Modeled after the values and lifestyle of the Shaker religious sect, this style of decorating is as traditional as it is modern.\u00a0 When you are redecorating and remodeling your kitchen space, Shaker style ready-to-assemble (RTA) cabinets are definitely an option to consider.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Natural Materials<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For the Shakers, natural materials were the key.\u00a0 They used sturdy and beautiful woods like maple and cherry.\u00a0 These woods gave their pieces a high-quality look and finish.\u00a0 When searching for the right Shaker style RTA cabinets, look for cabinetry that is made entirely from these woods.\u00a0 To save money while still getting the Shaker look that you want, consider getting RTA cabinets with solid wood fronts and plywood boxes.\u00a0 They are much more cost effective and fall in the price range of even the most strict remodeling budgets.\u00a0 Since the door fronts are crafted from woods that are traditionally used in Shaker decor, the kitchen will instantly have the appeal you want, but with the durability and price that you can afford.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Simple Styling<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Shakers crafted most of their belongings, from furniture to toys, by hand and took pride in the simple lines and functionality of their pieces.\u00a0 <a title=\"Kitchen Cabinets\" href=\"http:\/\/www.rtacabinetstore.com\">Kitchen cabinets<\/a> reflect that styling with their recessed paneling that is accented by simple, straight raised wooden outlines.\u00a0 While the simplicity could be interpreted as unimaginative or boring, the styling is far from that.\u00a0 Instead, it is reflective of a functional, contemporary design with clean, crisp lines.\u00a0 Although perfect for a period home, the Shaker style is also ideal for a contemporary home where a minimalistic look is needed.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why Shaker Style RTA Cabinets?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The main difference between <a title=\"Shaker Style RTA Cabinets\" href=\"http:\/\/www.rtacabinetstore.com\">Shaker style RTA cabinets<\/a> versus custom cabinetry is cost.\u00a0 RTA cabinets save on both production costs and installation.\u00a0 Do-it-yourself homeowners can quickly and relatively easily install the cabinets in their redesigned kitchens.\u00a0 Another great feature of RTA cabinets is the ability to customize their interiors.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Shakers thrived on order and storage spaces.\u00a0 RTA cabinets allow you to customize the interior with storage solutions that can add function and order to your kitchen.\u00a0 In the silverware drawer, for example, a special insert can be added to keep each type of utensil in its place.\u00a0 This keeps the cabinetry true to the Shaker style and way of thinking.\u00a0 RTA Shaker style cabinets also come in a variety of different woods.\u00a0 They offer the same high-quality look at prices that the average remodeling budget can afford.<\/p>\n<p>If you are updating your kitchen and are looking for a decor that is both fashionable, functional and contemporary with an old World flair, the Shaker style is ideal.\u00a0 Adding RTA cabinets with a Shaker feel will help you quickly get the look you want, but with a price tag you can afford.\u00a0 Break out some simple tools and get ready to install your own Shaker style RTA cabinets to quickly transform the look and feel of your kitchen space.<\/p>\n<p><em>Senior staff writer for Metal-Wall-Art.com, Alyssa Davis, offers design advice on decorating with <a href=\"http:\/\/www.metal-wall-art.com\/western-metal-wall-decor.html\">Western metal decor<\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.metal-wall-art.com\/southwestern-wall-art.html\">Southwestern metal wall art<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Beauty from form, functionality, and simplicity is what the Shaker style is all about.\u00a0 Modeled after the values and lifestyle of the Shaker religious sect, this style of decorating is as traditional as it is modern.\u00a0 When you are redecorating and remodeling your kitchen space, Shaker style ready-to-assemble (RTA) cabinets are definitely an option to<a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rtacabinetstore.com\/blog\/transforming-kitchen-shaker-style-showcase\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">&#8220;Transforming Your Kitchen into a Shaker Style 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