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Creating an outdoor living space is becoming increasingly more popular among homeowners. With all of the design options out there, creating an outdoor kitchen requires careful planning and placement of amenities. If you're looking for a way to elevate your outdoor entertainment area, installing an outdoor kitchen is the perfect way to avoid constant trips into the house and have the ultimate hangout spot outdoors! Read on to find out 20 things to include in your outdoor kitchen at the Lake of the Ozarks.  1. Cabinetry - The foundation of the outdoor kitchen is the cabinets! Our line of Brown Jordan Outdoor Cabinets combines luxury and function to your outdoor kitchen. 2. Trash Pull -  Out Cabinet – Keep trash out of sight yet within reach for easy cleanup.  3. BBQ & Outdoor Grill Hood – If your outdoor kitchen isn’t in open air, consider ventilating it with a grill hood . It’s perfect if you opt to have your outdoor living space as part of a lanais or t...

Here at Ragan Cabinets, we are always looking for new ways to provide our clients with great cabinets at the Lake of the Ozarks ! Recently, we added a great new line of cabinetry, we are now dealers of Haas Cabinets! These cabinets are beautifully designed and can be customized just for you! Read on to learn more about our new cabinet selections at our cabinet company at the Lake of the Ozarks . Haas Cabinet - An American Company Haas Cabinet is a family-owned business – over 75 years old – which proudly provides American manufacturing jobs. We’ve been around for three generations and we plan to be around for many more. That’s why our company is serious about sustainable business practices that protect and improve the environment. Haas Cabinet has one goal — to responsibly provide the finest value in kitchen cabinetry. History  In 1944 the first Haas manufacturing plant was opened. The plant was so narrow that it was jokingly said when anything came into the front door, ...

Our cabinets at the Lake of the Ozarks can be used for so much more than just the kitchen. At Ragan Cabinets, we offer semi-custom cabinets at the Lake of the Ozarks which means we can customize the layout to fit just about any space. A room in your home that often gets overlooked is the laundry room. You likely spend a lot of time in your laundry room and depending on how much space you have, it can serve as a great place for storage. Today, our cabinet company at the Lake of the Ozarks has some design ideas for your laundry room remodel!  Create a Multi-Functional Space  Making your laundry room into a multi-functional space is something homeowners are starting to do. This will obviously depend on how big of a space you have to work with. If your laundry area consists of a small closet area then this won't work. However, if you are fortunate enough to have an actual laundry room, then creating a multi-functional room is a great way to maximize space.  Wh...

Have you thought about taking steps towards recycling in your kitchen but you're not sure where to start? Recycling is great for the environment because less of our waste goes into landfills. Let's face it, most of our trash and waste come from the kitchen and if you don't know how to start recycling, our cabinet company at the Lake of the Ozarks has some tips for recycling in your in-home. #1 Learn About Your Local Recycling Center  Before you begin recycling, it's important to learn about your local recycling center. You will need to figure out what kinds of materials they accept, how it should be separated, and if they offer a pickup service or if you will need to bring your recycling products to their recycling location. #2 Set Up a Recycling System in Your Kitchen  If you don't make recycling easy and convenient, the odds of keeping up with it are slim. Once you figure out how you should separate your items, set up a recycling system with different b...

There aren't very many kitchens being designed these days that don't have a kitchen island. A Kitchen island is a staple in your kitchen and for a good reason. A kitchen island can add extra cabinet room, extra countertop space, extra seating, and even a stunning design element to your kitchen. Cabinets have come a long way in the design world and you no longer have to think simple when you think about your kitchen island. Today, our cabinet company at the Lake of the Ozarks would like to share with you a few ways you can make kitchen island unique! Choose Contrast!  Adding contrast to your kitchen is a great way to achieve a focal point in your kitchen. To do this with your kitchen island, consider choosing a pop of color in your kitchen by making your kitchen island different color than the rest of your cabinetry.  Accent colors are a popular choice in today's modern homes and kitchens. Create a Furniture-Like Kitchen Island One option to make your kitchen isla...

Are you happy with the color scheme in your kitchen design? The color scheme you choose for your kitchen sets the tone for your decor and the overall style of your kitchen. In some cases, you can add a few accents or change the paint color in your kitchen to change up your color scheme but sometimes it may require a kitchen remodel. Whether you are simply picking out new colors for paint or in the works of designing a new kitchen at the Lake of the Ozarks , Ragan Cabinets has some ideas for possible color schemes to consider in your kitchen. Black and White  Black and white has always been a classic choice and is still a popular color in today's kitchens. Balance is key when it comes to black and white. Consider having  Ragan Cabinets  install some white  cabinets at the Lake of the Ozarks ! Having white cabinets and black appliances would be a great balance for a black and white duo. If you are feeling really adventurous, incorporate a black and white backsp...

There is a lot to consider when it comes time to design your Lake of the Ozarks kitchen . Of course, trends do come into play when you're designing a kitchen but it's important to find a style that is timeless and one that you will love for years to come. When you install new cabinets at the Lake of the Ozarks , you likely won't be installing new ones for a very long time so it's important to ensure you love the design! Today, our cabinet company at the Lake of the Ozarks has 3 kitchen design trends. Cabinet Colors - Black or White? Classic wood cabinets will never go out of style, but some people prefer more color in their kitchens than the natural wood look. White cabinets have always been a popular choice, and according to our sources, they are still very widely used and will be in the coming year. Using black and white together to decorate a kitchen is very fashionable. A lot of people are also leaning toward putting in black cabinets for a more dramatic loo...

Are you thinking about upgrading your kitchen cabinets? There can be some confusion when it comes to kitchen cabinets with all of the options there are. If you're not familiar with cabinet terms, this can make matters even more confusing! Today, our cabinet company at the Lake of the Ozarks would like to share with your the difference between stock cabinets, semi-custom cabinets, and fully-custom cabinets to help clear up some confusion you may have.  Stock Cabinets  Stock cabinets are ready-made cabinets that are preassembled using standard measurements and styles. They are typically mass-produced and made with lower-quality materials. Simply put, what you see is what you get!  Pro: Cheapest type of cabinetry on the market. (However, keep in mind you get what you pay for, so it may not be a pro if you're thinking long-term.) Con: You are limited in styles, shapes, colors, wood type, dimensions, etc.  Semi-Custom Cabinets  Semi-Custom cabin...

A wine cellar may seem like a dream come true for an avid wine lover, but let's face it unless you have a huge collection of wine, they aren't the most practical solution for storing wine. Instead of dreaming about a wine cellar, why not just store your wine directly in your kitchen! Semi-custom cabinets at the Lake of the Ozark from Ragan Cabinets make creating the ideal wine storage solutions easy and beautiful!  Wine Storage Options  You have options when it comes to storing your wine in your kitchen. It's easy to incorporate wine storage into your kitchen but you'll need to decide the storage solution that is right for you. Our cabinet company at the Lake of the Ozarks has a few ideas for you below! Utilize Kitchen Island Storage  If you're planning to put a kitchen island in your kitchen design, taking advantage of this extra space is a great way to incorporate wine storage. Built-in wine racks or shelving can be placed at the end of your island to both...

Do you love to entertain in your home? If you find that you have frequent get-togethers in your home, have you considered installing a home bar? A home bar is a perfect addition to your home if you love to entertain! If you're thinking about installing a home bar, our semi-custom cabinets from our cabinet company at the Lake of the Ozarks are the perfect solution! Read on to learn why you should use semi-custom cabinets to install a home bar! Great for Entertaining AND a Place to Relax! Not only is a home bar great for entertaining but it's great to have a place to unwind and relax! Your guest will be impressed with the amazing set up you have but when you use your home bar in your own time you will love having space designed for having a drink and relaxing. Not sure how to make your dream home wet bar a reality? Ragan Cabinet's  semi-custom cabinets at the Lake of the Ozarks  is the PERFECT solution! Why Use Semi-Custom Cabinets  With semi-custom cabinets...

Adding natural elements into your home is a hot design strategy. While this is nothing new to the design world, it still remains a popular way to stylize your kitchen. There is something calming about bringing mother nature into your home and there are many strategies to achieve this. Today, our cabinet company at the Lake of the Ozarks has some ideas for you to consider for bringing nature into your kitchen. Use Sunlight to Your Advantage  If you have windows in your kitchen, use them! One of the best ways to bring a natural element into your kitchen is to let the sunshine shine through. Get rid of the of bulky curtains and go with a curtain that are more flowy and translucent. Letting plenty of natural light into your kitchen is a great way to bring nature in.   Use Wood   Wood is a staple item when it comes to bringing nature into your home. There are so many ways to bring wood into your kitchen. Popular ways to incorporate wood into your kitchen ...

A hot trend in kitchen design right now is installing open shelving instead of upper cabinets. While you may absolutely love the way open shelving looks, there are some things that you should consider before deciding before giving up your upper cabinet space. Today, our cabinet company at the Lake of the Ozarks would like to share with you why you may want to think twice before ditching your upper cabinets and installing open shelving in your next kitchen remodel. Pros of Upper Kitchen Cabinets  Storage!  When you stick with traditional upper cabinets, you have plenty of space for storage. Let's face it, you can never have too much storage in your kitchen and installing upper kitchen cabinets will give you just that! Upper cabinets are great for hiding away kitchen appliances that don't get used often. Style  When you install semi-custom cabinets at the Lake of the Ozarks you get to choose every detail that goes into your cabinet design. From the wood finish...