How To Give Glass Cabinet Doors A Stylish Upgrade Without Breaking The Bank

Having glass cabinets in your kitchen can be a stunning way to display your curated dishware, giving guests a chic glimpse at your fine china. It also serves as a great space to add a touch of life to your home, alternating between dishware and decor to achieve that maximalist feel. But there's one downside to having glass cabinets — they can leave your space feeling a bit too open, especially if your kitchen is full of them. Plus, there's no place for your clutter to hide. Instead of replacing your cabinet fronts, why not throw up a few curtains behind the window to give your glass cabinets a cozy modern upgrade that also creates practical hidden storage. With this affordable trick, simply use a dowel and wire clips to hang your cabinet curtains.

The key to this hack is all in the wire or cable clips. Originally intended to secure electric cords against the trim of your wall, fasteners like MAQIHAN Cable Wire Clips are the perfect tool for a bit of light hanging, especially when it comes to fabric. They don't require a large nail to mount, meaning you don't need to drastically alter your cabinets to achieve a polished look. Further, they are a cheap solution, with a pack only costing a few dollars. It gives you the freedom to work with a number of fabric types, from straight to pleated. Combined with the easy use of a 1/4-inch dowel and you can have your curtains hanging in no time, completely changing the feel of your space and sprucing up the glass cabinets.

The first step in using cabinet curtains to curate your home's style is choosing the perfect fabric. You can opt for a pattern that complements your space or adds a dramatic pop of color that brings your room to life. During this step, also decide whether you want a straight look or a pleated style. Once you've settled on a fabric that you love, measure the width of your cabinets' window. Ensure that your fabric can comfortably cover the height and width of the glass. If you want to maintain the open feel of your kitchen, leave some of the glass uncovered. You'll still get the airiness of the window fronts and have a small space to display decor. Feel free to experiment with different curtain lengths to find the style that's right for your room's aesthetic.

Using the measurements of the cabinet, cut the dowels to fit the frame of the window, accounting an extra inch for the small lip necessary to hang the rod on the clip. At your desired height, nail two of the cable hooks on each side of the cabinet door. Attach your curtain to the rod and place your dowel inside the holders. If you want to give your fabric a bit of tension, you can also place a dowel at the bottom of the cabinet window — just make sure to invert the cable hooks. That's it! Change your fabric out to match the season or stick with a pattern that works for your home year round. With three materials, you've given yourself a timeless cabinet upgrade that completely transforms your space.