What should I put in my living room display cabinet?

You can put just about anything in a glass cabinet. Why not fill it with something you love? You can put cards, figurines, art, liquor, and an infinite amount of other trinkets on display. You can even make a theme out of it.
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How do you style a display case?

Visually, objects look more interesting when arranged asymmetrically and in groups of odd numbers. Keep from placing objects of similar shape, size, texture, and color too close together, as they will appear bulky.
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What do you put in a curio cabinet?

While curio cabinets are usually found in traditional design schemes, don't fret if that's far from your decorating style.
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Doherty recommends showcasing the following items in curio cabinets:
  1. unique travel mementos.
  2. small antiques.
  3. sculptures.
  4. figurines.
  5. vintage books.
  6. family heirlooms.
  7. jewelry.
  8. mineral stones.
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What do you put inside a china cabinet?

China Cabinet Essentials
  • A set of white dishes {dinner plates, salad plates, bowls}
  • Set of glassware {stemware & tumbler}
  • Set of Silverware {gold and / or silver}
  • Napkin Rings.
  • Chargers.
  • 3-5 Serving Platters.
  • Large Pitcher.
  • Cake Plates.
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Can you put books in a display cabinet?

Store Your Books. Many people choose to store their books on a bookcase. But with a display cabinet, your books will get less dusty and stay in better condition for longer. They won't be as affected by the humidity and temperature changes in your home.
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How do you decorate a curio cabinet in a living room?

Here are some of our favorite ideas for things to put in a curio cabinet:
  1. Vases, planters, pots, jars and bottles.
  2. Baskets, basket trays, trays and platters.
  3. Figurines, sculptures, souvenirs, knick-knacks and other accessories.
  4. Plates, dishes, silverware, wedding china, and other heirloom tableware.
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Is curio cabinet out of style?

China & Curio Cabinets

(Not so much anymore!) With the decline in formal dining and dining rooms, china cabinets have gone the way of the Dodo. Curio cabinets are a close second.
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What should I display in hutch?

Use your hutch for everyday items.

Dishes, mugs, white platters and a few pitchers stored in the dining room make setting the table a simple task, and when arranged carefully can look just as good as the fancy dishes. Drawers below your china hutch can be used to store flatware, serving pieces and cloth napkins.
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What do you put on top of display cabinets?

Vases, vintage letters, and even books are ideal to display above cabinets. A series of pitchers filled with faux flowers is also an ideal way to fill the void.
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What should I put in my glass cabinet?

List of Things To Put In A Glass Kitchen Cabinet
  1. Dishes.
  2. Coffee Mugs, Tea Cups.
  3. Wine Glasses.
  4. Tupperware.
  5. Bowls.
  6. Large Jugs.
  7. Containers Filled With Beans, Cereal, Coffee Beans.
  8. Baking Utensils (creamers, a jar of cookie cutters, mixing bowls)
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What do you put in a hutch?

Traditionally, a hutch looks like a China cabinet on top of a sideboard or credenza. The bottom features drawers, shelves, and cupboards for storing everyday items you use in the dining room, such as tablecloths, silverware, and napkins.
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How do you display dishes?

Plates can be an inexpensive and colorful way to decorate. Employ plate racks, open shelves, wall hangers, and more to showcase your favorite dishes or treasured chinaware so you can enjoy it every day. Use these plate display ideas to bring your dishes out of the cupboard and into view.
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Can you put books in a curio cabinet?

Curio cabinets, like this one from Coco Lapine Design, are a great way to display collections (and not worry about having to dust them). This glass-front cabinet from Skona Hem holds books, plants, and tchotchkes.
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What is the difference between a china cabinet and a curio cabinet?

The main distinction between the two is that china display cabinets generally feature a solid wood construction with glass in the front, while curio cabinets usually have glass panels along the sides as well as the front.
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What can you use a china cabinet for?

Antique malls, flea markets, and consignment shops typically have china cabinets in a wide range of styles, sizes, and price points. Don't pass one up just because your dining room is already full. Well-made china cabinets can make stylish storage and display pieces in other rooms of your home.
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What is a hutch used for?

A hutch can be used to serve food, tea or coffee. Hutch storage space is typically large enough to store items that are large or inconvenient sizes such as cake plates or large serving plates. The most traditional use of the hutch is to beautifully display china.
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How do you style a modern Chinese cabinet?

How to style a china cabinet
  1. 1- Use pieces with different textures. Using pieces of the same material can make the entire display look one-dimensional. ...
  2. 2- Add height to give your arrangement contrast. ...
  3. 3- Choose complementary colors. ...
  4. 4- Give your pieces breathing space. ...
  5. 5- Add a modern touch.
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How do I update my traditional china cabinet?

  1. Using a cat's-paw, pry off the back of the cabinet. Remove the shelves and lower doors (use a pencil to label each door to make rehanging them easier). ...
  2. Lightly sand the entire cabinet, including the backboard and shelves. ...
  3. Using a paint roller, apply wallpaper paste to the wallpaper. ...
  4. Replace the shelves.
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Should books be behind glass?

If the books and items are secured behind glass doors, it secures your items against knocks from active kids and smudges from messy hands. Pets, too, can accidentally cause damage by running into a bookshelf and knocking off several items. In addition, consider adding a locking mechanism if you seek further protection.
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How do you display glasses in a cabinet?

Hang your wine glasses with a T-Molding to save storage space.
  1. Hang under cabinets. Under-cabinets glass racks are just as practical and space efficient. ...
  2. Store your glasses upside down. The rim is the most delicate part of the glass, so brittle crystal is best stored with the rim up.
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