White cabinet - instructions on how to combine it in a modern interior. 120 photos of new products with beautiful design and placement!

Color factor

The uniqueness of white lies in its compatibility with any design, and it can become both the main accent and an unobtrusive addition to the decor. It looks advantageous not only in a minimalist space, but also in one designed to challenge conventional ideas.

In tandem with similar neutral colors and shades, such as gray, beige, it complements the harmonious composition. In combination with rich colors, it softens the overall background in contrast. A combination with blurry yellow cannot be called successful. In a dark space it adds light. Moreover, it visually increases.

White furniture requires timely care. We are talking primarily about spots that are difficult not to see against such a background. Dust and fingerprints become noticeable over time.

The coating matters - matte or glossy. The second type strongly attracts dust, but treatment with an antistatic agent will significantly slow down this process. An alternative to flashy white can be a similar but less pronounced range.

It is obvious that a white cabinet for any purpose, be it for clothes, dishes or other utensils, fits harmoniously in all rooms. It seems more compact and creates a feeling of comfort and harmony in the room. The latter is often lacking when all the attention of the owners during the arrangement is focused only on following fashion trends.

Unusual solutions

The white classic wardrobe fits perfectly into all types of interiors. An excellent solution would be to place such cabinets in living rooms or bedrooms decorated in Art Nouveau style. The room should have bright colors, and a mirrored cabinet harmonizes interestingly with bright colors. Warm brown and green tones in furniture and accessories will only emphasize the freshness of the color. For a romantic feel in the bedroom, use glossy white wardrobes with a delicate finish. Intricate lace patterns add soft elegance to the room. Gloss is also appropriate in the hallway, because chic snow-white and glossy facades with a pattern in the center will not leave anyone indifferent. Among the accessories, you should choose bright poufs and potted plants.

Sandblasting is a chic solution for mirror and matte facades. On the first background, large orchids are a beautiful addition, and on the mirror background there are small floral patterns. Photo printing looks gorgeous over the entire area, and voluminous flowers wonderfully decorate a bedroom or living room. An option for an unusual and extravagant cabinet would be a design with a black and white pattern of birds or trees.

Decor and style

The appearance of the furniture is determined not only by the taste of the residents, but also by the style in which the already furnished space is designed. Organicity is sometimes much more important than originality, which in a particular case can add absurdity to the interior as a whole.

White color, straight lines and restrained decor are characteristic of Scandinavian style and minimalism. In the high-tech style, metal inserts and mirror facades will be an important addition. The same color, but with an abundance of elements and textures, such as gilded carved legs and handles, fits into such trends as classicism, baroque, and shabby chic. Light cabinets will be used in ethno, country and Provence styles.

Depending on the environment, bright inserts are allowed, for example in the color of the wallpaper. The combination of opposite shades looks varied. The facade may contain patterns, ornaments, full-fledged applications, and mirror mosaics.

If you want to implement your own design ideas, a white cabinet lends itself to this like no other. It’s interesting to decorate it even with your own hands, which is most important for a child’s room.

The combination of black and white is considered an eternal classic in interior design. This combination in itself, without any additional decorations, gives scope for creative compositions. To avoid depression, white should be the dominant color. You can dilute the range with other colors.

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White color is not boring at all, but stylish and impressive. If you know its strengths and weaknesses, you can skillfully refresh your space just by choosing the right furniture.

Recommendations for selection

The subtleties of choosing a design fully depend on exactly where it will be placed:

1. Large hallways can be beautifully complemented with long cabinet or built-in white wardrobes. If you bought a design with a mirror facade, then it will be ideally complemented by a sandblasted pattern along the entire length of the cabinet. The most daring solution would be photo printing, and city panoramas, abstractions and black and white drawings also look amazing.
2. In a small hallway, you should choose a corner or narrow wardrobe, which will greatly help save space. In small corridors, it is better not to think about bright colors or voluminous patterns. Mirrored or plain facades are best suited, but you can also order a subtle sandblasted pattern or delicate edging. If you want brightness, then photo printing will look good. But don’t take up the entire surface; placing the picture at the bottom, top or center is enough.
3. A light-colored wardrobe allows you to relax after a working day and have a great rest. White color calms and puts you in a positive mood. Regardless of the size of the room, corner or built-in models are the ideal solution. This allows you to save space, which can be occupied by other pieces of furniture or interesting accessories. Plain snow-white cabinets are suitable for different style trends, but among the favorites we highlight Provence, modern and minimalism.
4. As for the images, the night city, sakura and voluminous flowers look elegant. Peace and relaxation will be brought by stunning landscapes of the sea coast, mountain rivers and spring forest. In sandblasting designs, you should choose floral and natural motifs, smooth abstractions, as well as water surfaces. Structures made of natural wood that are suitable for Provence can be decorated with decoupage yourself. As an additional ambiance, decorate the room with paintings in a rustic style, dried flowers, voluminous curtains in pastel or lavender shades.
5. A white cabinet can be placed in the living room, where guests usually sit. A bright and airy room will appear even larger with a cabinet like this, creating a relaxed and pleasant environment. The same will apply to the office or study. It's always a pleasure to work in a cozy and bright atmosphere. It is worth giving preference to classic models with a minimal amount of decor.
6. Placing a white wardrobe in the nursery is a great solution. Color relaxes and calms even very active children, and will not act as an irritant. But monochromatic models are not suitable for a child’s room; it is better to choose beautiful designs. The simplest option would be photo printing, where you can depict a scene from a cartoon, your favorite characters or a calm landscape.

Colored inserts, smooth multi-colored patterns, natural abstractions and animals are perfect for decoration.

Photo of white cabinets

Color spectrum

In a small room, cabinets are mainly found in pastel shades, such as sand, gray, beige, milky or white. Models made in light colors do not visually overload or weigh down the space, giving it lightness and freedom.

To create an unusual, bright and extravagant design, choose designs in bright and rich colors, for example, blue, yellow, green, blue, coral, lilac, pink, lemon or any other.

The photo shows the interior of a loft-style living room, decorated with an open yellow wardrobe.

To give the atmosphere a special harmony and clarity of lines, use products with facades in black or a dark shade of wenge. Such furniture looks truly luxurious and adds a certain conservatism and respectability to the interior.

Customer Reviews

We decided to buy a glossy white corner cabinet for our daughter’s room (she’s 13 years old). My daughter has long wanted one that would fit her textbooks and her clothes wouldn’t hang on the chairs. We live in a private house, the sizes are non-standard, so we couldn’t find a ready-made one. We decided to place an order at Ronikon.

The designer brought texture samples and a catalog of cabinets with him, took measurements, and discussed shape and color. Just in case, we went to the salon ourselves so that our order would not be mixed up. Of course, there were some minor troubles, but the craftsmen were great, and the whole family enjoyed the new cabinet. My daughter’s room is now beautiful, everything is in its place.

In order for the glossy facade to always look attractive, it needs to be properly cared for.

I live in Vladivostok. We spent a very long time studying all the websites for ordering furniture. We needed a glossy, three-door wardrobe for the living room. We didn’t need all the bells and whistles. I found a suitable model on one of the sites, called and agreed to come for measurements. Together with the master, we drew a project on paper, planned out all the shelves and drawers, but I wanted to see how it would look.

Fortunately, the master had a graphics tablet with him. He drew the furnishings of our room and added a wardrobe there. We decided that the base for the gloss would be made of chipboard. It turned out that the brown color that I initially wanted did not look at all among the other furniture. We started looking around and found a beige color that went well with our chairs and the TV. They delivered it two weeks later, but they collected it the next day. It cost us 37,000 rubles, plus delivery and assembly - 2,300 rubles.

Cabinets with mirror inserts look more elegant.
Polina, 42 years old.
A year ago we decided to buy ourselves a white glossy double-leaf wardrobe for the bedroom. I wanted additional comfort and romance. We found a good option on the Seta Mebel website - the Milana wardrobe, white, with a cappuccino insert in the middle, I really liked it. We could have picked it up right away, but when we saw its internal contents, we were a little disappointed: there are no shelves on the side for small items, just two large pull-out drawers. But they reassured us that they would deliver what we needed and make it to order.

I had the sizes with me, so everything was sorted out right away. The only thing was that they didn’t immediately warn that in the model with a depth of 450 mm there is no crossbar, only a rail. This is not very convenient, since there is not enough space for clothes. But we have no complaints: we chased beauty and brilliance, but somehow forgot about practicality. After some time, taking into account our shortcomings, we decided to order a glossy wardrobe for the living room in a milky color. Still very satisfied, everything was done to a high standard. But we would like to advise others: order a depth of at least 600 mm.

Svetlana, 36 years old.

Lakobel technology

This is decorative polished glass, onto which a thin layer of enamel of any color is applied. Unlike ordinary glass, lacobel is not used outdoors or in the bathroom: the coating deteriorates from exposure to moisture.

Technology Features:

• The base is treated with a compound that increases strength.
• The paint used in glass production is safe for health and environmentally friendly.
• The color of the coating does not weaken or change over time.
• The back side of the painted glass is covered with a transparent film that protects the surface from scratches. And in case of damage, it holds glass fragments and dust.

Expert opinion Bashir Rabadanov Technologist at the furniture company Woodband

Lakobel is a high quality technology. In order for the coating to last a long time, you just need to carefully care for it and prevent it from getting into too humid a room.

Peculiarities

The main features of glossy cabinets directly depend on the material from which the coating is made:

• plastic - economical, resistant to household chemicals and increased temperature. Inability to correct minor faults and defects;
• film - low cost. Unpretentiousness regarding the detergents used. As temperatures rise and humidity increases, colors may fade and the film begins to peel off;
• paint and varnish - minor damage can be easily repaired, but if handled carelessly, there is a possibility that chips may form. A product with such a coating is highly expensive.

These brief descriptions will help you make a quicker choice, but keep in mind that glossy surfaces require special care. For example, when wiped with an ordinary dry cloth, such a coating becomes electrified and begins to attract dust.

Material options

Several different materials are used to create a glossy cabinet surface. Each of them has its own differences, which is reflected in the properties of the finished product.

Film

Glossy PVC film is applied to MDF boards using the vacuum pressing method. This method can be called an economical option. The film coating exhibits a high degree of resistance to fading (except when exposed to direct sunlight) and damage.

This material is considered the most democratic. It is applied using a vacuum, which allows you to create a smooth, shiny surface. In terms of price, such products are relatively cheap, but their service life is short, and the film cannot be restored or restored. This gloss is not temperature resistant enough, so you should not place it too close to the stove or oven.

Plastic

One of the most economical options is plastic gloss. This application is not used for finishing chipboard and MDF boards. The cabinet covering is created using the postforming method (combined exposure to pressure and high temperature), and only the front part of the furniture is covered.

This version of glossy cabinets has a significant drawback - any damage that appears on them is practically impossible to correct. Only re-application of plastic can help in such a situation. However, the glossy plastic is quite durable and wear-resistant. Therefore, it does not need to be replaced very often.

Enamel (varnish)

The painting method is suitable mainly for MDF boards. At the first stage, the desired color is applied, and then the surface of the cabinet is covered with several layers of varnish, which allows you to achieve the desired effect.

This finishing method is quite labor-intensive. After applying each layer, you have to sand, prime, grind and dry the surface of the cabinet. But the end result is a completely smooth, blemish-free, glossy surface.

It is easier to get rid of minor damage on such cabinets than in the case of plastic. However, you still need to handle such cabinets carefully, avoiding scratches if possible. But despite all the shortcomings, this facade design option is considered the best today.

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How to care

To process plastic gloss, only mild detergents can be used, otherwise there is a risk of discoloration of the surface of the cabinet. The best option is to clean the surface with a solution of laundry soap. Varnish and film gloss should be washed with non-abrasive substances (for example, glass cleaner, but soapy water will also work), and wiped dry with microfiber material (this will avoid the appearance of streaks).

All concentrated cabinet cleaners must be diluted. The best solution would be to use a specialized wax or paste designed for caring for kitchen furniture. Wax used to polish wooden furniture, on the contrary, will cause the cabinet to dull, and dirt will stick faster than it can be washed off. Due to corrosive, solvent-based products containing chlorine or alcohol, glossy surfaces will begin to fade. All powdered cleaning products, as well as hard sponges, will almost immediately remove all shine from the surface of the cabinet.