9 Reasons to Love Open Shelving

9 Reasons to Love Open Shelving
Photography by Alissa Saylor
  1. It works well with other types of cabinetry.

On the note of cleaning, keep in mind that you don’t have to completely rid your home of traditional cabinetry. If you love the look of open shelving but fear constantly having to clean your entire kitchen, opt for just a couple of open shelves. This way, a simple 30-second dusting every week should do the trick, and you’ll still enjoy the look of open shelving.