The living room is one of the main rooms. Not only family members, but also invited guests spend time here. That is why it is very important to create the right atmosphere in it, in other words, the interior. In this case, there are no unimportant nuances. Wall decoration should be in harmony with the furniture as much as possible. And the latter also be comfortable and functional.
A display cabinet for dishes in the living room used to be a fairly familiar piece of furniture. However, over time, standard cabinet furniture has somewhat pushed it into the background. However, even modern design solutions could not completely abandon such a model.
Many would probably agree that everyone has things that are precious as a memory. And then the question immediately arises, where to store them. If you just put it on a chest of drawers or an open shelf, then there are inconveniences with keeping them clean. Even at the most good hostess they are literally covered with dust on the second day. And then the showcases for the living room become the ideal solution. AlsoA similar question arises very sharply in families where there are small children. They can accidentally break an expensive item, while also getting hurt if the item is, for example, made of porcelain.
So, the above facts are probably enough to take a closer look at this furniture model.
Showcases for the living room: the main advantages
Before we get into a detailed review of display cabinets, it is necessary to understand what advantages they have. You should immediately pay attention to the lack of standard solutions in their manufacture. As a rule, it is now rare to find such a product in the interiors. This is what makes them unique. The original design, carved or patterned glass, properly selected fittings allow you to add a touch of romanticism to the living room, as well as make it unique, abandoning standard solutions.
The ability to place things that are expensive for the owners so that they are always in front of them is another advantage. Showcases for the living room protect them from excessive pollution, in particular from dust. This type of furniture is ideal for travelers, as they always bring with them a lot of souvenirs from their next trip or just memorabilia that needs to be stored somewhere. Namely, a display cabinet for this is the most suitable option.
Design design
Any display cabinet is a worthy decoration of our home. Previously, such products were made fromnatural wood with carved elements. They were mostly covered with paints and varnishes. However, current trends require a different design. And it is worth noting that furniture manufacturers are trying to produce products in full accordance with the new standards. Now you can purchase a variety of modifications, such as a corner showcase for the living room, a classic sideboard, an artificially aged sideboard, etc. There are simply no restrictions in style. Each buyer will be able to choose the most suitable design.
Of course, decorative elements are offered in a wide variety, but there are some points that can be found in any display cabinet. First of all, this is a mirror on the back wall. It performs several functions at once: it creates a sense of depth, makes it possible to see an object from several sides. There are also models with built-in LED lighting. And the last element is glass doors. They not only allow you to see all the contents of the showcase, but also play a protective role.
Dimensional features
Showcases for the living room come in different sizes. Both height and length, and depth can vary. These parameters are selected only based on individual needs. The only point that I would like to voice is the number of doors. This indicator will directly depend on the size of the product. So, furniture factories provide a choice of one-, two- and three-leaf models. There are also combinedoptions, for example, glass doors on top, wooden doors on the bottom, then their number can vary from two to four or more.
Showcases for the living room: purpose
When considering display cabinets, it is necessary to highlight their purpose. According to this criterion, there are at least six types of them.
- For people who own a library, manufacturers offer a special model for books. It is equipped with thick shelves that are designed for heavy items. The exterior design is usually dominated by classic elements, but more modern options can be found.
- Showcase rack is ideal for storing business papers. Such models are quite compact, so they do not take up much space.
- Sideboard-showcase for dishes in the living room inside can be equipped with both wooden shelves and glass. Basically, the latter are installed from above and are intended for wine glasses and crystal glasses. You can also place light salad bowls, bowls and other items here.
- A showcase buffet differs from a sideboard in the presence of wooden doors or drawers at the bottom.
- The slide inside is completed as a standard display cabinet, but differs in external design. The shape of such a model is a polyhedron with a rounded top.
- Showcase-pedestal is mainly intended for figurines. As a rule, such a model of small height is often offered with internal lighting.
Highlights of choice
So, you have decided to buy a display cabinet for the living room. What are the points to pay special attention to?
- If the area of the room is small, then it is better to opt for light-colored furniture.
- Glass used for doors and shelves should be thick and strong enough. It is better to give preference to the hardened type.
- Special attention deserves the build quality. All elements of the cabinet should fit as closely as possible to each other.
- Accessories are selected in full accordance with the main style. It is also important that it is of good quality.
- The color scheme and design of the display cabinet should organically fit into the overall concept.
- The Living Room Corner Display Cabinet is stable enough and perfect for storing valuable items.
Overview of manufacturers
Many manufacturers are engaged in the release of this model of furniture. Almost every factory in its product line has a display cabinet. Consider several options.
- First, I would like to draw your attention to the products of the Polish furniture company Taranko. They offer several chic models of the Versailles collection. The cost starts from 40 thousand rubles.
- Domestic manufacturer "Slavic Furniture" offers excellent showcases for the living room (classic) inexpensively. The pricing policy depends on the size of the product and the material used. For example, the Senator model costs about 20 thousand rubles.
- Belarusian furniture also enjoysincreased demand. "Bobruisk Mebel" offers showcases from 20 thousand rubles. Lida factory - from 40 thousand rubles. and above, some products cost more than 80 thousand rubles.
