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What Are Panel-Ready Appliances?

Posted on July 22nd, 2020

While shopping for appliances, you may have seen different finish options, including the option for panel-ready. It seems just about every appliance brand offers panel-ready appliances, including KitchenAid, Bosch, Whirlpool, JennAir, Sub-Zero, Thermador and more. However, not all types of appliances are panel-ready, such as ranges and cooktops which typically provide a more aesthetic appeal anyway. There are many reasons to opt for panel-ready appliances, including the option to customize your own appliance and create a streamlined look in your kitchen. It’s also really fun to have people guess where the appliances are in your kitchen and get it wrong.

Customized For You

As today’s homeowner strives for a kitchen that reflects their style and personality, they are looking at ways to customize each and every aspect - from the beveled edges of their countertops to finding the perfect hue of colored LED light bulbs. However, one struggle for those who wish to have a kitchen tailor-made just for them is the appliances. While you may be able to choose the color, material, and style of your cabinets, there isn’t much room for customization when it comes to appliances. Granted, there are many choices of styles and colors to choose from when it comes to appliances but it’s pretty limited in comparison to cabinetry. This is where panel-ready appliances allow the homeowners to completely design how they want their appliance to look, whether they choose to seamlessly match or thoughtfully contrast their appliance from their cabinets.



Streamlined Look

Many people choose counter-depth and built-in refrigerators because it allows their kitchen to look custom as if the appliances were specifically designed just for their kitchen. It also allows there to be less obstruction so the kitchen appears as one unit as opposed to replaceable pieces. Similarly, people choose panel-ready appliances so their kitchen is not only custom but their view is never obstructed by a sudden stainless steel refrigerator or random under-cabinet microwave. Instead, everything flows seamlessly from one section to the next without looking busy so people can focus on the beautiful details and touches instead of how the stainless steel handle on the refrigerator doesn’t match the gold hardware on the cabinets.

Installation

It is unlikely you will want to tackle panel-ready appliances as a DIY weekend project. These appliances are typically built-in and will require a professional installer to ensure the perfect fit and hookup. Getting the custom panel to connect to your panel-ready appliance requires a few measurements and creativity from your cabinet guy or gal.

 

Shop our selection of panel-ready appliances to start customizing your kitchen today.

 

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