Kitchen carts are the best solution to the age-old space problem that has plagued bakers and cooks for generations. Kitchen carts are perfect because they are mobile and you can take them out to use when you need space and then simply store them away once you are done with your big kitchen project. There are so many different types of kitchen carts that finding one that suits you perfectly shouldn’t be a problem, but it will help you to learn a bit about the different types before you start shopping.
Style
The vast majority of kitchen carts look like kitchen cabinets on wheels. They have a top that looks like a kitchen countertop, and that top can be made of granite, marble, or laminate material. Some kitchen carts may even have a butcher block surface, which is a great way to have a cutting board that is always available to you. Others are made entirely of stainless steel, which certainly gives a very modern look to a kitchen. When thinking about style, remember to try to match the cart with the rest of the kitchen. The style should be similar to what is already in your kitchen so the cart doesn’t look out of place.
remember to measure
Another important thing to keep in mind is that while kitchen carts are mobile, they still take up some space. Take a close look at your kitchen and find out where the cart will stay most of the time. It doesn’t have to be a convenient area for you to work, but it does have to be an area where the car can be stored out of the way. Measure the space where the cart will normally sit when “stowed away,” and then measure any doorways or gaps the cart will have to fit through to get it where you want it when you’re working in the kitchen. A cart that doesn’t fit into the spaces it has to traverse to get to a convenient spot won’t work at all. Also remember that a cart that is larger than the rest of the kitchen will simply look too big and out of place. The key is to add enough counter space and storage space without adding clunky furniture.
Use
Some people park the kitchen cart in one spot and never move it. This may mean that the type of wheels that are on the cart don’t matter much. However, other people may intend to move the cart around a bit, so they’ll need to pay more attention to how well the cart’s wheels work.
Another nice thing about some kitchen carts is the fact that they have a bookcase on one side. The bookcase is perfect for storing cookbooks, so remember to look for a cart like this if you have a lot of cookbooks that you need easy access to.
Quality
The quality of the car is also very important. Of course, less expensive cars probably won’t last as long as more expensive cars, but the key is to balance as much durability as possible with the lowest price. Never buy a cart or any other type of furniture online unless you have already seen the product in a retail store and tried it yourself. No pictures can do justice when it comes to determining the quality of kitchen carts.