Perfect Kitchen Storage

The world of open concept design has turned the kitchen into a glorious design feature in any home. However, making sure that your kitchen is both tidy and hygienic is not enough. Many of us also long for uncluttered countertops with plenty of open real estate.

Glide outs can clear your countertops

A properly installed glide out in a base cabinet can handle a great deal of weight. Small tools, such as your juicer, food processor, and toaster can easily move from glide out to countertop. There are also custom glide outs that can pull out and lift to the level of your countertop. This is a great location for a stand mixer or a coffee maker.

Celebrate your highly customizable glide outs

If you have been considering upgrading your countertops to a butcher block or an epoxy finish, the right installation professional can help you customize your glide outs.

While a concrete glide out may not be an effective use of weight tolerance, a laminate butcher block can be a gorgeous base for your glide out and a wonderful addition to your countertop if you choose to install the elevating platform option.

Determine your needs

You may have a friend or a family member who has had wonderful luck with their glide outs. Even with the best products, you may struggle to get the measurements of your cabinet openings to order the glides you need.

It's important to also consider the age of your home. If your house is older, you may not have stock cabinets. Stick-built cabinets can be lovely, but they can be a challenge to change or customize on your own.

A skilled handyman can make home upgrades much simpler and less of a worry, so it's a good idea to bring in a professional from a company like Handyman Hub to help you get the exact data you need. They will:

• Get accurate measurements

• Fully understand the clearances in your base cabinets

• Get the glides that you need with the most accurate weight tolerances

A properly aligned glide will travel freely every time you open the cabinet. If it's even slightly crooked or flexed in the case of a metal tray, it may bind. Hiring this project out to the right professional can increase your satisfaction in your kitchen every time you prepare a meal!

One simple upgrade can make your kitchen much easier to use. Additional upgrades can prevent you from worrying about your aging-in-place plans. For more information on the best way to upgrade your existing cabinets or other kitchen improvement tips, follow TheHomeMag on Instagram and Facebook.