In today’s modern houses, kitchens are becoming bigger and bigger. They are becoming more luxurious and grandiose. They are now not just kitchens where all the cooking and eating happened. They are already a work of art – well-planned, well-designed, and well-built. In most modern houses, kitchens come with bigger spaces, so there is plenty of space for appliances, fixtures, and furniture. One of the most common add-ons is the counter post. But, what is this thing?
As the name suggests, a counter post is a stylish and well-designed furniture leg that supports the counter or simply a design.
A counter usually is a cabinet overhang. It is a pair of legs supporting the counter or at the corners of the cabinet. Some decorative counter post seems to be an extended counter surface of a wall, bottom or island cabinet. It’s simplistic and very eye-catching. It’s available in various color, style, and sizes, just like a table leg. It’s even been referred to as “counter legs.” But, is it necessary to have a counter post?
Some Considerations of a Counter Post
Before answering the question above, if you are considering to have a counter post, you need to be familiar with it. You shouldn’t only know what it is by definition. You’ll also need to know some considerations before having one. Below are some of the things you should consider when having a counter post.
- In terms of overall style and design of your kitchen, your counter post should complement to it. This might be unnecessary to explain. However, sometimes people don’t put too much thinking into it and come up with an awful counter post. But, why would it be a problem when you can simply follow the dominating theme of your kitchen? And, in terms of the style, there is a lot available. You can even check them out online and order them or you can visit your local stores.
- It’s very important to plan ahead and design the counter post in such a way that it will be moved around without the need to call for support. So, for a counter extension, it is very important to have a removable post. This means that you can change the post every time you need it. Hence, if you are hiring a cabinet maker, make sure there’s an improvised hardware where you can screw your counter post, in case you change them.
- Take into consideration the material used, especially on the base of the post. It should be covered with soft silicone to prevent indention or any marks on your floor. If you decide to change the position of the counter post, you’ll be able to do so without replacing or covering the floor surface where it was located before.
- The kind of material used for the counter post is not only limited to the wood. Some are using stones with wood and even decorative metal. Don’t limit your creativity if you can make a wonderful counter post out of any other materials.
- A counter post can be used as a decoration only. You can add counter posts at the corner of your cabinet just to add more beauty to it. While you can also design it for support, you can also just make it stand there and do nothing except adding more vibrancy to your kitchen. Whatever your purpose is, a counter post can easily be added to your kitchen.
These considerations are very important in order to successfully install a counter post. So, the question that should be answered first was, is it necessary to have one? Well, for some cabinets, specially designed for kitchens, there are counter overhangs. And, while these are built durably, it’s also very essential to have some support for it. This is especially necessary if the extension is quite big enough. The whole cabinet seems to be securely put in place with the counter posts attached at the corners. Although the counter post is not really that necessary, it acts as support, at the same time a decoration in your kitchen.
If you could compare a counter cabinet with a counter post and without, you will see that former is more stable and elegant looking.
Counter posts are not really necessary that you can’t make a cabinet without it. But, it simply adds to the beauty of your kitchen. Each time you enter your kitchen, you will be inspired to make great recipes, because you are working in your amazing kitchen. In addition, your friends and family members will also love coming over to your kitchen because of how beautiful it is.
Again, it’s your option whether to have a counter post or not. But, adding counter post in your kitchen will not only beautify it but also adds value to your kitchen. It also makes everything look sturdy and well put in place.
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