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Cabinets to Match Your Style and Budget!

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When you think cabinets, the first room most people think about is the kitchen. Cabinets are great for the kitchen but did you know they can be used for so much more! Our semi-custom and fully custom cabinets at the Lake of the Ozarks are great for all rooms in your home and even outdoors. The team at Ragan Cabinets is committed to providing only premium products, while still offering cabinet lines suitable to a variety of budgets. We'll help you select the best line of cabinets and accessories to perfectly suit the needs of your lifestyle, space, and budget. Read on to learn more about a few of the cabinet lines we offer at Ragan Cabinets ! RiverRun Cabinetry RiverRun's beautiful cabinetry is inspired by their location in the Shenandoah Valley. They deliver naturally beautiful, fully featured cabinets where the quality reflects nature's finest, and where traditional craftsmanship and modern efficiencies come together harmoniously. Elegant details and rich finishes are j...

Kitchen Island Shapes

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A kitchen trend that is not going out style anytime soon is the addition of a kitchen island. Homeowners love the extra storage, seating, and countertop space that an island adds to your kitchen. If you're planning a kitchen remodel at the Lake of the Ozarks soon, and you plan to include a kitchen island in your design, you may not realize how many options you have. Today, our cabinet company at the Lake of the Ozarks would like to share with you five popular kitchen island shapes. #1 L-Shaped  L-Shaped islands are generally a larger shape and add a lot of extra storage. If you love to cook, an L-Shaped island is great for prep cooking and allowing plenty of space to have multiple people cooking in the kitchen. On the flip side, a negative aspect of L-Shaped islands is it's not very conducive for open spaces. If you are looking for an open concept design, an L-Shaped island probably isn't for you. #2 U-Shaped  U-Shaped islands are a dream for those of you who lov...

Unique Kitchen Island Ideas

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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...

Pros and Cons of White Cabinets

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White cabinets are a popular choice in many homes both new and old. Homeowners tend to have conflicting options about white cabinets and if they are worth the investment. If you are thinking about remodeling your kitchen soon and you're on the fence about whether to go with white cabinets or not, our Lake of the Ozarks cabinet company have the pros and cons of white kitchens to help you decide. Pros  There are a lot of reasons white kitchens are a popular choice. Below are a few pros to consider. #1 White Cabinets are Timeless  While cabinets will give your kitchen a timeless look. White cabinets have been a popular choice in kitchens for many years and we don't see this going out of style anytime soon. #2 White is Neutral  Of the biggest pros of choosing white cabinets is that it's neutral. White gives your kitchen a blank canvas and background for other colors to stand out. Adding a pop of color here and there is easy when you choose white cabinets. #3...

Advantages of Semi-Custom Cabinets

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If you are thinking about remodeling any room of your home, you are probably in the design phase where you are trying to gather ideas, pricing, and deciding which materials to use. We are sure that we can all agree that you can never have too much storage! Storage will never go out of style and whether you are remodeling a bathroom, kitchen, or any room in your home semi-custom cabinets are great storage solutions and also add a visually appealing element to your home. Read on to find out why we love semi-custom cabinets here at our cabinet company at the Lake of the Ozarks . What are Semi-custom Cabinets?  Semi-custom cabinets are the middle ground between stock cabinets and fully custom cabinets. Stock cabinets are typically purchased at big box stores and what you see is what you get. Semi-custom cabinets at the Lake of the Ozarks have hundreds of design options and layouts which makes bringing your design vision to life without having the high price tag of fully custom...

Cabinet Cleaning Tips

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When you install new cabinets at the Lake of the Ozarks , you want to do everything you can to keep them in great condition. Even with normal use, your cabinets can get dirty quickly. To keep your cabinets in great condition it's a good idea to regularly clean them to keep them in great shape. Today, our cabinet company at the Lake of the Ozarks has some cleaning tips for keeping your cabinets in pristine condition! How Often Should I Clean My Cabinets?  To keep your cabinets looking great, it's important to wipe off splatters, fingerprints, and other marks as they occur or at least on a bi-weekly basis. In addition to wiping off your cabinets frequently, you should do a deep clean on a seasonal basis. A few times a year, empty all of your cabinet and deep clean the inside and the outside of your cabinets. How to Clean Common Cabinet Stains  Your kitchen is a well-used room in your home and will a busy schedule making meals and helping with homework, and your day to...

Color Scheme Ideas for Your Kitchen

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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...