China cabinets originated in England during the late 17th century under the reign of William and Mary. They were designed to store and showcase fine porcelain in affluent homes. Hundreds of years later, china cabinets are still a great way to store and display your domestic treasures! Most china cabinets feature shelving on the top (often with glass doors) and a lower cabinet with drawers and/or doors for table linens, silverware, and serving pieces. My china cabinet displays Mr. Man’s great-gra

Save this idea for later! China cabinets are easy to find, and often inexpensive. I think people just aren’t displaying their china anymore, and they’re very large pieces of furniture. Splitting the pieces can be more practical! You’re left with a cabinet AND a buffet or dresser. You can do your research on the piece you’re working with, to find if it’s value is in its usefulness or if it’s collectible. But ultimately, you do what you want with your furniture. I stand by that. I bought this Geor