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We offer some great tips and advice on our blog. Let us know if you have questions as we’d love to hear from you as you plan your home renovation project.
Reimagine Pantry Storage with Custom Cabinets
Whether you’re stocking up on staples from Safeway Penticton or taking advantage of deals at Penticton Foodland, a dedicated kitchen pantry is an ideal solution for additional kitchen storage. From standalone cupboards to custom built-in cabinets, our team of...
The Timeless Appeal of Two-Tone Cabinets
Kitchen design trends come and go, but there’s something elegant about two-tone cabinets. Whether you’re building a custom home in Kelowna’s Wilden neighbourhood or undergoing major kitchen renovations in North Glenmore, deciding on the style and colour of your custom...
Top 3 Trends in Kitchen Countertops
Whether you’re doing kitchen renovations in your Kelowna home or Lake Country cottage, your choice in countertop will be a major feature in the new kitchen. Updating the style, material, colour, or aesthetic of your kitchen countertops are a great way to modernize...
5 Reasons to Order New Kitchen Cabinets
Do you feel afloat in a sea of uncertainty? Finding the world is a bit chaotic and it’s hard to stay anchored? Sometimes even simple decisions feel difficult.Here at Spectrum Cabinet Gallery in Kelowna we understand what you’re feeling. We want to help. Thinking about...
Beautiful & Useful Sinks for Your Home
A focal point is the place your eye goes to when you first enter a room. In your kitchen, a stylish sink is the ideal place to create a bit of splash.We all know that your kitchen sink is the workhorse of your family’s daily routines. Even though dishwashers have...
Shaker Cabinets, Corner Cabinets, Pantry Cabinets, and More
In the 18th and 19th century, Shakers (who came to North America from England) made their furniture by hand. This style of furniture has simple lines and is made from solid wood (such as maple and oak). It grew in popularity because it was considered craftsmanship at...
Have You Heard About Invisible Stove Countertops?
There’s a new kid in town for your next kitchen addition. Have you seen the stove cooktop that’s integrated directly into your kitchen countertop? It’s invisible!Hide the MessIf you’re tired of your stereotypical kitchen set up, we have the perfect 2022 new look for...
15 Custom Cabinet Ideas for Your Kitchen
For years, we’ve been following trends in kitchen cabinets and this year is going to be amazing! Let’s jump into our 15 ideas for improving the look and convenience of your kitchen through custom cabinetry.Create a pantry out of tall cupboards — with pull out storage...
Can I afford Custom Cabinets in the Bedroom?
A wonderful way of updating your master bedroom or a child’s room is to incorporate new custom cabinetry. You’ll be surprised how affordable this can be, because it won’t involve the complexity of plumbing, countertops and appliances!Our Kelowna showroom is brimming...
How To Update Your Kitchen
Are you tired of the same-old look in your kitchen? Do you want to spice things up with a new look? Perhaps this isn’t the time for the hassle and expense of a full renovation. We have great ideas and can help with a fresh new look and stress-free planning and...
2022 Trends for Your Kitchen Backsplash
When planning a new or renovated kitchen, you’ll want to make sure your beautiful cabinets work with a fabulous backsplash. What’s trending in backsplash features? We’ve asked the design experts at Kelowna’s Spectrum Cabinet Gallery to fill us in.Slab BacksplashesIf...
Would you consider bamboo kitchen cabinets?
There’s a new kid in town! We want to introduce you to an environmentally friendly option for your kitchen renovation project. Bamboo cabinetry is taking the world by storm and, as experts in Okanagan cabinet design and installation, Spectrum Cabinet Gallery is here...
Trends in Cabinet Hardware
Design trends are constantly shifting and changing, and for cabinets and cabinet knobs and pulls, there are many choices. While it may be hard to keep track of what's what, it is essential if you want your dream kitchen, home office or closet to look its best. As we...
Consider Adding a Glass Partition
Glass partitions are increasingly popular rising in kitchen design. They are glass frames that create borders in the kitchen, and many modern homes are implementing them. If you are one of the many people that are currently intrigued by the idea of a glass partition...
5 tips for Designing an Amazing Walk-in Closet
Are you dreaming of a custom walk-in closet? We’ve got some important things to keep in mind before you speak to your cabinet designer.1. Find the right height for your top shelf.Usually this is just above eye level. In a closet, space is key. Nothing can be wasted....
Gorgeous cabinets for your home theater
If you’re thinking of adding a home theatre in your house there are some important things to consider. How big is your TV?The size of your TV is important. Theatres usually look best when they are built into cabinets, or cabinets frame the sides of the TV. Consider...
Designing a Laundry Room
If you're like most people, you probably think of your laundry room as a place to just do laundry. But it doesn't have to be that way! With a little bit of thought and some creative rearranging, you can turn your laundry room into a functional and organized space. If...
Key factors to consider when designing a kitchen
We believe the kitchen is one of the most important rooms in any house. When contemplating a replacement or renovation, consider how much time you spend there with loved ones, making meals or snacks, studying, or socializing. In most households, a family starts their...
When Should I Consider Modern Cabinets?
In times past, the kitchen was not really a consideration when designing houses. The grand old houses with awe-inspiring columns and majestic arches didn't really have kitchens that kept up with the style of the rest of the house. These were places that were rarely...
To Repaint Your Kitchen Cabinet.. Or Replace?
Think for a second… you want a new look for your kitchen cabinets. You've thought it through, and it makes sense. You need a new colour and a new style so that your home can look renovated. Or perhaps you are thinking of selling. What would you consider doing: repaint...
Using Ultraviolet in Your Bedroom Décor
What are the colors you see lately in homes? Marine blue, gray, farmhouse white, chocolate brown. Quite different colors than we all grew up with. But they have something in common, which is that they are mostly calm and subdued.But we love breaking conventions as...
How To Select Cabinet Hardware
When designing a new home or renovating, there are SO many decisions -some big, some small. The big decisions may not be easily noticed, such as ceiling height, closet space, or plumbing and heating systems. Often it is the small details that your guests will admire –...
Colour Complements – Colour Series
Get out of the ordinary with new colour complements to brighten your custom cabinets. What are colour complements? This year, warmer tones continue to trend in kitchen cabinet designs, including autumnal oranges, complemented with beige and aqua. Complements are...
Top five reasons to consider a kitchen renovation
Your kitchen is probably the place you spend most time in your home! Especially during COVID… It can become outdated as your family and activities change, and so you are considering renovation. Some kitchens might require a complete remodel, while others are hugely...
Do’s and Don’ts for choosing kitchen colour schemes
Your kitchen is a pivotal area that compliments the walls, furniture and lighting throughout the rest of your home. When planning a kitchen design that is stunning and unique - whatever your preference and style - the colour scheme you choose needs to work with the...
Wondering how to choose a kitchen countertop?
Your kitchen countertop is where the action happens – whether it’s prep, cooking or serving. For this reason, it’s a critical choice when planning a functional kitchen. It adds huge appeal to any home, comes in a variety of materials, and should be selected carefully....
What is ergonomic cabinet design?
We all spend a lot of time in our kitchens and offices. Kitchens can be a crowded place for families during food preparation, or during parties. Offices tend to be smaller and need to be well organized. To reduce the amount of time spent, these rooms need to be...
Using Computerized Renderings for Stellar Kitchen Remodelling Solutions
Kitchens are a hub in the home. It’s the place for friends and families to gather, share food and laugh out loud over some drinks. When rethinking your kitchen, getting the kitchen remodelling right is absolutely key to a successful renovation for homeowners. Well,...
New ways and styles for remodelling your cabinets
Cabinet designs today are not only for storage but also add style and personality to any room. Your choices are highly subjective, but we always like to mention trends in 2021 you might not be aware of. If it is time to remodel and or install cabinetry from scratch...
What to look for when remodelling your home office
Traditionally our homes were the place to relax after work, and the office the place to spend long working days. Now both places have merged. With COVID-19 pandemic restrictions, work-from-home has become the new norm, and it is likely to stay awhile. With that said,...