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The Different Types of Kitchen Cabinet Hardware
September 2, 2015 | Leave a Comment » | Posted in: Uncategorized
When you work with Crooked Oak to design and build custom kitchen cabinets, you will have the ability to choose from an extensive selection of cabinet knobs and pulls. Understanding the different types of hardware will allow you to choose the type that fits your kitchen's aesthetic the best.
Cabinet Knobs

Cabinet Pulls
Cabinet pulls are similar to knobs in their function. They can be referred to as pulls or handles. They are larger and are often attached to the cabinet with at least two screws. Below are some of the most common types of pulls. Cup/Bin/Half Moon Pull


Chicago Theatre Bar Renovations
August 19, 2015 | Leave a Comment » | Posted in: Uncategorized
Crooked Oak recently helped the Chicago Theatre renovate its bar area. The legendary theater is one of the most popular downtown Chicago attractions. It is part of the National Register of Historic Places and is listed as a Chicago Landmark.
Below are photos of Crooked Oak's work at the Chicago Theatre.
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The Advantages of Choosing Custom Kitchen Cabinets
August 12, 2015 | Leave a Comment » | Posted in: Uncategorized

Expert Advice
When you decide to use custom cabinets for your kitchen, you will benefit from the advice of Crooked Oak's experienced design team. We will help you decide the best style, wood type and color for your kitchen renovation project. Our designers can also help you determine what cabinet accessories would work best for your new kitchen.Limitless Design Options

The Right Size
Does your kitchen floor plan have unique angles or an unconventional set up? Because custom cabinets can be built to size, you will be able to reduce the amount of fillers needed. The result will be a more aesthetically-pleasing kitchen that provides more cabinet space. We can also adjust the height of the base cabinets to suit your personal preference.Quality & Sustainability
Crooked Oak uses a variety of high quality woods and veneers to build our custom cabinets. Woods include Cherry, Maple, Oak, Mahogany, Walnut, Poplar and various exotic woods. We source materials locally as often as possible and utilize environmentally-friendly and sustainable products and practices. Schedule a free custom cabinet consultation with Crooked Oak today.Keep Your Closet Organized With These Accessories
July 30, 2015 | Leave a Comment » | Posted in: Uncategorized
Closet accessories are a great way to add enhanced functionality and storage capabilities to your custom closet. When utilized effectively, accessories can effectively save space and keep items that typically cause clutter out of site.
While you're probably familiar with tie racks and belt racks, there are many different types of closet accessories available. Below are just a few of the more unique options Crooked Oak has incorporated into closets for our clients.
Tilt-Out Hampers

Baskets

Drawer Dividers

Iron Away

Valet Rods

Brighten Up Your Closet With Custom Lighting
July 15, 2015 | Leave a Comment » | Posted in: Uncategorized
One of the many advantages of designing and building a closet with Crooked Oak is the ability to add custom lighting. Integrating lights into your closet can brighten up a room or allow you to better display items on shelves.
Crooked Oak has integrated lights into a variety of custom storage projects. From kitchen cabinets to built-in shelving to entertainment centers, we are able to integrate beautiful and functional lighting into all types of storage solutions.
Below are some examples of our custom closet lighting work.
The Best Places to Put Your Wine Rack or Wine Room
July 1, 2015 | Leave a Comment » | Posted in: Uncategorized

Cellar
A dim, cool space that is stable in temperature and movement is ideal for wine, which is why cellars are considered the best places to store it.A Large Closet
If you don't have a cellar, a large closet will work well for storing wine. The closet can be under stairs, connected to your kitchen or even a converted part of your garage.Away From Kitchen Appliances and Sunlight
A small wine rack can be a great addition to your kitchen. If you're thinking about adding a wine rack to your kitchen, be sure to keep it away from your stove, refrigerator, toaster and microwave. These appliances make the temperature fluctuate around them, which effects the wine. Keep your wine rack away from your dishwasher too, as vibration can be harmful to wine and dishwashers can become warm. It's also best to keep the wine rack away from direct sunlight. Good locations for wine racks in your kitchen are above cabinets, above an island or nook or even inside a cabinet. Crooked Oak can integrate wine storage into your custom kitchen cabinets in many different ways. When you're deciding on the style for your new wine rack, remember that wine should always be stored horizontally. It helps to keep the cork moist so it doesn't dry out and allow air into the bottle. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation »Why Choose a Custom Closet over a Do-It-Yourself System?
June 24, 2015 | Leave a Comment » | Posted in: Uncategorized
As designers and craftsmen of custom closets and storage, we obviously value the work we do. From time to time, a customer will ask us why it is more beneficial for them to choose a custom closet than one of the do-it-yourself systems that are available. Below are some of the reasons we give them.
Built Just For You

It Matches Your Home
Do-it-yourself systems are often only available in a few colors and styles. With Crooked Oak, we'll make sure that your new closet fits the aesthetic of your home. Whether you have a new modern home or a more traditional one, we'll work with you to ensure that the closet works well with the space it will be in.Experience
Working with Crooked Oak allows you to take advantage of our years of industry experience. We work on custom closets on a daily basis and will use this experience to help you design just what you need. We'll provide insight and recommendations as needed so you're thrilled with the result. Our experienced installers will ensure that your new custom closet is installed correctly and efficiently.Solutions For Any Budget
We offer a variety of materials, finishes and accessories to match your budget. We'll work with you to ensure that your new closet makes the most of the budget you have available. Whether you need a fairly simple reach-in closet or a more elaborate walk-in closet for your master bedroom, we'll provide you with a custom solution at a price that works for you. Contact us today to schedule a free in-home consultation.Make the most of your spare bedroom with these custom storage ideas
June 17, 2015 | Leave a Comment » | Posted in: Uncategorized
Spare bedrooms can have many uses. For some, their spare bedroom is also a home office or space to work on crafts and hobbies. Others use it to display memorabilia or family treasures. Even if you reserve your spare bedroom for accommodating guests, custom storage can help add space and beauty to the room.
Below are some ideas for spare bedroom custom storage.
Wall Bed/Murphy Bed

Custom Built-Ins

Display Cases
No matter what you collect, you probably want to show it off. With a custom display case you can show off your prized collection in a beautiful manner. Below are a couple of examples of custom display cases Crooked Oak has designed and crafted for our clients.

Home Office Design: Customize Your Space to Boost Creativity
June 10, 2015 | Leave a Comment » | Posted in: Uncategorized

Optimize your space
No matter how large or small your home office is, optimizing storage and desk space is important. Crooked Oak's designers are experts at helping clients determine how much desktop space will be helpful for them. We'll also help you determine the best storage solutions for your specific needs. With a beautiful custom desk and the right storage solution, you'll have a work
Choose calming colors
Use colors in your office that allow you to focus on your work and be creative. For some that may mean bright pastels or bold reds. For others it could be dark grays or blues. You can use accent colors in your custom office desk to give your room a more stylish look. The goal is for the room to be a place that you want to spend a lot of time in, so you should be the one making the final decision on the colors used.Keep your space uncluttered
It's hard to focus around a lot of clutter. Keep your office organized and uncluttered so you aren't too distracted. Depending on the work you do, Crooked Oak can help you create a custom storage solution to ensure that your office remains free of clutter.Keep some inspiration nearby

Be Bold: Using Colors in your Custom Closets and Cabinets
June 2, 2015 | Leave a Comment » | Posted in: Uncategorized
Bold colors are becoming more and more popular in closets and custom storage. Whether you want to match your closet's wood tone with colorful accessories or you want to use one of a variety of laminate color options for your custom closet or cabinets, creative use of color can really make a room pop.
Below are a couple of examples of bold colors used with custom closets.


