Corner Cabinet Solutions: Blind Corners vs. Lazy Susans
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Every L- or U-shaped kitchen has corners where two cabinet runs meet, and the space deep in that corner is hard to reach. The main options are a blind corner cabinet (one door, storage extending into the corner), a lazy Susan (rotating shelves in a diagonal or pie-cut corner cabinet), pull-out or swing-out organizers added to a blind corner, and corner drawers.
Options Compared
| Option | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|
| Blind corner (shelves only) | Simplest, lowest cost | Back of the corner is hard to reach |
| Blind corner + pull-out organizer | Brings the back of the corner forward | Adds cost; mechanisms vary in quality |
| Lazy Susan | Everything rotates into reach | Round shelves waste some square corners |
| Corner drawers | Easy access, no reaching in | Less total volume; higher cost |
| Leave it empty / filler | Simplest install | Wasted space |
How to Choose
- What goes there: pots and pans suit pull-outs or drawers; pantry items suit a lazy Susan.
- Who uses it: reaching into a blind corner is harder for some people; rotating or pull-out options help.
- Clearances: the corner door must clear the range, dishwasher and handles on the adjoining run. Fillers at the corner keep doors and drawers from hitting each other.
- Upper corners: a diagonal upper or a corner wall cabinet with a lazy Susan uses the space above.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a lazy Susan or blind corner cabinet better?
A lazy Susan brings everything into reach by rotating; a blind corner with a pull-out organizer can hold more. A plain blind corner is cheapest but hardest to reach.
Can I add a corner organizer to existing cabinets?
Often, if the cabinet size and door opening suit the organizer. Measure the opening and depth before buying.
Why do corner cabinets need fillers?
Fillers give doors, drawers and handles room to open without hitting the cabinets on the adjoining wall.
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