Make island installation a part of your kitchen remodeling plans. The freestanding cabinet will make your kitchen the ideal setting for socializing and increase the functionality of an otherwise open space. If you're on the fence about getting an island, here are worthwhile reasons to take the leap. 

Why Install a Kitchen Island?

1. Add Storage

If decluttering kitchen cabinets doesn't add more space, install an island to meet your storage needs. Popular models feature drawers, cabinets, shelving, and cubbyholes to hold dry goods, cutlery, appliances, dishware, and other objects. This will free up space on countertops and in existing cabinets, which will make it easier to locate items when you need them. 

2. Create More Seating

The kitchen is one of the most-used rooms in a home. It's where family members grab a quick breakfast before starting the day, kids spread out their homework, and loved ones prepare festive holiday meals. An island will make the kitchen a more comfortable spot for people to gather, functioning as a large table and an extra workspace. Place barstools or high chairs around the freestanding fixture for extra seating when entertaining friends and extended family. 

3. Get an Extra Workstation

A kitchen island is ideal for home chefs. In addition to the built-in cabinetry, an island can include deep sinks, stovetops, and areas for food preparation. You can also install light fixtures above the island to provide task lighting. Adding another sink and stovetop while kitchen remodeling affords the ability to better multitask while cooking.

For professional help with your kitchen remodeling project, contact the team at LT Granite & Cabinet in Bridgeville, PA. For over 15 years, the company has been fabricating and installing islands as well as quartz and granite countertops in homes in Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, and Maryland. See project photos online, and call (412) 914-8595 to schedule an appointment. Read reviews and share your feedback on Facebook.