What is a curio cabinet used for?

A curio cabinet is a display case with glass panels on the front and sides, designed to showcase collectibles, china, crystal, awards, or decorative objects while protecting them from dust. Most include adjustable glass shelves, interior lighting, and a lockable door. They range from small tabletop versions to full-height floor cabinets 72 to 84 inches tall.

Where should a display cabinet be placed in a living room?

A display cabinet works best as an anchor piece on a side wall or in a corner, where it does not compete with the TV or the primary seating view. Corner curio cabinets are specifically designed to fit in corner spaces and take up minimal floor room. Avoid placing a display cabinet in a high-traffic path where the glass could be bumped or where kids or pets play regularly.

How much clearance does a display cabinet need in front?

Allow at least 18 to 24 inches of clearance in front of a display cabinet for the door to swing open fully and for comfortable access to the shelves. If the cabinet has french doors that open outward, both doors need clearance in opposite directions -- a 30-inch wide cabinet with french doors needs 30 inches of clearance on the open side. Corner cabinets with curved glass have a hinged swing and need similar clearance on the open door side.

Display Cabinets | Quality Home Furniture

A display cabinet puts your best pieces on show behind glass. Getting it right means matching interior shelf height to what you plan to display, and making sure the lighting actually does its job. Read our guide to display cabinets and china cabinets -- interior sizing, tempered glass, LED lighting, and mirrored backs.

How to Arrange Living Room Furniture: A Room-by-Room Guide -- display cabinets and curio pieces in a living room or dining room.

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Read our guide to display cabinets and china cabinets -- interior shelf sizing, tempered glass, interior lighting, mirrored backs, and what actually makes a display cabinet work.