Types and tips for choosing a sideboard for dishes in the living room

A sideboard for storing dishes has been relevant for Russian homes since the 18th century. Moreover, both classic models of past years and modern versions are popular. Glass doors allow to show guests luxurious expensive sets and to ennoble the room. In order for the sideboard to harmoniously fit into the interior of the living room, you need to take into account some of the nuances when choosing this piece of furniture.

Many people confuse the concepts of a sideboard and a sideboard. The main difference is the design of the top part of the sideboard in the form of a glazed display case, and most of the sideboards have the top part in the form of a shelf.

Before buying, it is important to study the information about the model you like and decide on its purpose. So, if you plan to store expensive dishes made of valuable materials, then it is recommended to choose options with transparent doors or with backlighting - so the presence of luxurious products will be displayed. Naturally, this should be a practical sideboard, and if the owner intends to hide old, but necessary dishes in it, then the doors should not be transparent.

Corner structures can be used in both spacious and small rooms. If it is planned to store other things (linen, books, work materials) in the sideboard, then give preference to models with lower closed drawers and very reliable shelves that can withstand heavy loads.

In production, different materials of manufacture are used. For example, for facades, both natural wood and MDF board decorated with natural veneer can be used... When making boxes and door facades, glued board is often used. Variants with a mirror on the back wall of the display compartment are possible, and the shelves in most cases are made of glass. For the production of sidewalls and top surfaces, both solid wood and laminated MDF or chipboard can be used.

Thus, a sideboard in the living room is a combination of decorativeness and practicality, and from the variety of options, each owner can easily select the most suitable design for a particular room.

Thanks to the wide assortment, choosing a sideboard in a certain style for the living room is not a problem. When choosing a product, the buyer should take into account the area of ​​the room and its design. If the future owner of a piece of furniture often moves, then it is recommended to choose collapsible structures - they will not cause difficulties during transportation.

By design, the sideboards for the living room can be classified into the following types:

• standard cabinets;
• wall or wall models;
• corner options;
• modular and island sideboards.

The aesthetic component is not the last criterion when choosing a sideboard, because the interior of the room in which guests will be received depends on it.

At the same time, country plates will be an ugly contrast with a luxurious expensive sideboard. Therefore, the buffets can be divided according to style.

• Ethno. Such a sideboard is made exclusively from high-quality natural raw materials, and therefore it will cost a lot to the buyer. If the product is made to order, then complement it with interesting decorative details.

• Modern direction. This is an easy-to-design wardrobe that can be made from both natural and artificial materials.

• Classic. The most common option. It is a massive large-sized model. Often such designs are specially aged to give the cabinet a noble aristocratic look.

Let's take a closer look at the most popular modern and classic models, and try to make a choice.

Furniture for dishes in light shades is suitable for a Provence-style living room. However, the white version will fit perfectly into other style directions, although it is worth considering a few nuances. For example, if the design is made in a classic style, then light furniture must certainly be of high quality. A white wardrobe can be a good design solution when arranging a small-sized living room, especially if it has glass doors - a light transparent design will visually expand the space.

If the sideboard is purchased for a luxurious large living room, then it is recommended to choose massive white pieces.

Another option for a small area is a white single-wing sideboard.

Modern sideboards equipped with transparent doors at the top and closed drawers at the bottom are very convenient. In this case, dishes are displayed, and at the bottom you can hide unaesthetic household items like tools or office supplies. Be sure to check the reliability of the shelves and their spaciousness before buying.

This design bears a superficial resemblance to a traditional sideboard and is commonly used in classic living rooms. The difference from the standard sideboard is the presence of additional compartments for storing dishes. If you need to choose just a classic sideboard, then take into account the manufacturing elements: the upper part should be equipped with glass doors, at the bottom of the traditional sample there is no glass.

This is a roomy wardrobe, but large dimensions are uncharacteristic for it: the maximum permissible height and width is 2 m.

Modern classic models always look solid and noble, even if they are made not of expensive wood, but of chipboard. Although, of course, natural materials look more luxurious and last longer. However, elite wood is more demanding to care for. If the cabinet is made of inexpensive raw materials, then you can decorate it with unusual patterns and figures on transparent doors. It is also allowed to purchase a classic backlit copy.

This model is recommended for buyers who own a very small living room. The corner cabinet takes up very little space and allows you to make good use of the corner, where it is usually problematic to fit something. A feature of corner models is the ability to demonstrate the most beautiful dishes in small quantities - a corner showcase is not suitable for storing an abundance of tableware.

Designs for small living rooms have a purely "symbolic" angle, they are narrow and elongated in height, but there are also models for spacious rooms.

The corner sideboard is smaller in size than the classic one, and when ordering a product, it is recommended to add special drawers and shelves to it. This is a very convenient structure that can become not only a functional piece of furniture, but also a decorative one. Corner models fit well with both classic and modern interior styles. You can decorate a corner cabinet with carvings or interesting ornaments. Manufacturers offer wenge color options or varnished sideboards.

An attractive and functional design that can be made from both expensive and artificial materials. Beautiful dishes look very elegant if they are neatly arranged on the sideboard showcase. When choosing such a model, be sure to consider the size of the product and its compliance with the parameters of the living room. For a small room, do not take a bulky structure and, on the contrary, give up a miniature cabinet when arranging a spacious area. Make sure the shelves are sturdy and can handle heavy dishes.

Showcase sideboards are always equipped with transparent glass in the front part. When buying, it is recommended to give preference to specimens with impact-resistant glass. These models can be made in a variety of colors - make sure that the sample you like suits the style of the living room.

See below for an overview of the classic utensil sideboard.