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What is difference between pelmet and cornice?
For clarification, a cornice is the cabinet trim that fixes on the top of a kitchen wall cabinets, whilst the pelmet is the smaller trim that goes around the bottom of the cabinet.
Are cornices out of style 2019?
It is very safe to say that cornices are still in style, so don’t hesitate, pick a cornice that integrates your whole space cohesively and set up by your window space. The year 2020 presents an array of options with cornices right from the classic wooden cornices, right up to the upholstered options as well.
Do kitchen units need cornice?
You do not have to have cornice or pelmet fitted to your kitchen. They are primarily decorative, so are not needed for any structural reason. It is very common that modern kitchens won’t have any cornice or pelmet fitted. It gives a more streamlined and clean look, which suits certain kitchen styles.
Does a kitchen need a cornice?
What’s the difference between a pelmet and a cornice?
Cornice is the decorative trim that is fitted on top of wall cabinets and full-height cabinets. It comes in different styles, shapes, and sizes, depending on the design of the kitchen. Pelmet is the smaller trim that is fitted on the bottom of the wall cabinets at the front edge below the door. The style of pelmet differs across kitchen designs.
What is the purpose of a pelmet in a kitchen?
Cornice and pelmet are primarily decorative elements of a kitchen. Cornice can help fill the gap between the top of the wall cabinet and the ceiling and give the appearance of extra height to your cabinets. As well as being decorative, a pelmet can be useful to hide any lighting fixed on the underside of the wall cabinet, such as LED strip lights.
What does the cornice mean in a kitchen?
Cornice is the decorative trim that is fitted on top of wall cabinets and full-height cabinets. It comes in different styles, shapes, and sizes, depending on the design of the kitchen.
Where to put Pelmet and plinth in kitchen?
Pelmet is the smaller trim that is fitted on the bottom of the wall cabinets at the front edge below the door. The style of pelmet differs across kitchen designs. Plinth (sometimes called a kickboard) is fitted at the bottom of the base cabinet and sits on the floor.