Glass Front Storage Cabinets
Sometimes you want to store things, but still want to see them. For that, you need a glass front storage cabinet. Put your items in, and keep an eye on them. And a glass front storage gives you an easier view if digging for an item that isn't easily visible. Great for glasses, or the odd collectable. See the collection for the best in glass front storage cabinets.
A farmhouse found wood cabinet with glass framed doors
$629.99 $999.98
A farmhouse found wood cabinet with glass framed doors
Kelly Clarkson Home
$629.99 $999.98
Do you like the look of distressed or reclaimed wood?
If so, you can definitely incorporate that rustic feel into your home, even with the luxurious feel of glass-framed doors. This type of larger cabinets allows both materials to make a full impact—and we love the fact that even the handles on this type of cabinet have the same grey hue. This really lets the texture of the wood itself be the main player in this design.
A gorgeous black painted minimalist cabinet with glass doors
$143.99 $189.99
A gorgeous black painted minimalist cabinet with glass doors
Andover Mills™
$143.99 $189.99
Looking for something a little more modern than distressed wood? A wooden cabinet that’s painted in one sleek color can give you the edge that you need to take your home’s look fully into this century.
If you want to go the extra mile to reduce visual clutter even with glass-fronted cabinets, go for a frosted glass. It’ll keep the look elevated, but still allow privacy for the treasures you keep inside.
Coastal Distressed Cabinet with Glass Doors
$434.99 $579.99
Coastal Distressed Cabinet with Glass Doors
Kelly Clarkson Home
$434.99 $579.99
What we like: Multiple finishes
Not so great for: Formal perfection
This classic storage cabinet with two double glass doors offers one adjustable wood shelf in a stylish compact French country finish. Distress marks, slatted sides, and molded detailing provide a vintage vibe. The smaller size fits into any space.
Designer Advice:
French country glass-front storage cabinets add casual elegance to any space. A distressed, scored finish enhances the natural pattern of the wood and gives your cabinet more vintage authenticity. Double glass doors allow for easier viewing and access to the inner contents. Slatted sides, crown molding, and round knobs add simple accents that complete the gorgeous style.
What Users Say:
This cabinet is the perfect size for our space! I love the rustic finish (it's rustic, but smooth, so it's easy to dust). It's a beautiful natural color. Very solid. Pretty.
A modern farmhouse x framed glass fronted cabinet
$225.99 $356
A modern farmhouse x framed glass fronted cabinet
Andover Mills™
$225.99 $356
An x-frame is a staple of modern farmhouse-chic decor. However, if you already have a lot of straight lines and hard corners in your space, it may be time to soften those lines into beautiful curves.
We love this modern take on a farmhouse x-frame because it feels a little more relaxed. Take a look and see if it feels like a way you’d like to go with your decor!
Traditional Functional Small Cabinet with Glass Doors
$219.99 $259.99
Traditional Functional Small Cabinet with Glass Doors
Red Barrel Studio®
$219.99 $259.99
What we like: Trellis panel double doors
Not so great for: Open viewing
This traditional small wood storage cabinet with glass double doors has clean lines, an adjustable inner shelf, and two black metal door knobs. Lattice frame overlays accent each door to divide the clear glass panes into four quadrants.
Designer Advice:
There are many styles of glass front storage cabinets, allowing you to find the perfect combination of style and function to fit into your space. Glass doors with lattice grid panels add an extra layer of style compared to open panel doors. Inset side panels and clean angles add a traditional nuance that can look great in any space.
What Users Say:
I have a small area next to the entrance of my apartment. This was the perfect size, and the color was just perfect.
Corner Single Door Glass Fronted Cabinet
$159.99 $246.99
Corner Single Door Glass Fronted Cabinet
Kelly Clarkson Home
$159.99 $246.99
What we like: Decorative trim door
Not so good for: Large capacity storage
This compact glass front storage cabinet has a single door with curving wood cutouts and crown molding details. Inside are two adjustable glass shelves. A satin nickel door oval door knob, white finish, and turned feet accent the traditional style.
Designer Advice:
Corner storage cabinets are a great choice for small rooms where you don't have a lot of space but need storage. Simple accents like crown molding and wood cutouts over the single door are simple ways to enhance the cabinet's appeal. Adjustable shelving is good for being able to store different stuff. However, glass shelving requires adhering to the weight limit.
What Users Say:
Love, love this cabinet in my bathroom. It's good on storage, space-saving, & adds to my overall bathroom decor.
A small half size glass front storage cabinet
$94.99 $177.99
A small half size glass front storage cabinet
Beachcrest Home™
$94.99 $177.99
Love the farmhouse vibe of the full-sized cabinet we just talked about, but don’t have a full wall to place it against in your home? No worries; you can get a half-cabinet that looks very similar. With just enough space for a few towels or toiletries, this could even be perfect to use in a bathroom where you don’t have enough built-in storage.
A rustic wooden cabinet with square glass frames
A rustic wooden cabinet with square glass frames
Union Rustic
Light wood, clear glass, two shelves and a perfect height for hip-level storage: This glass front storage cabinet is a versatile piece that would be excellent in a bathroom, for book storage, or as a cabinet next to a desk for office supplies.
Shelves like these tend to be great for books, as you can keep your favorite reads in sight but away from dust. We also like a cabinet that doesn’t sit flush to the ground, instead hitting just an inch or so of clearance; this tends to help a room feel a little airier, even with the same amount of furniture present.
A stately dark wood cabinet with full size glass door inserts
A stately dark wood cabinet with full size glass door inserts
Looking for a full-size glass-front cabinet that doesn’t feel like a farmhouse piece? Lean into modern minimalism with a painted black cabinet that has square windows all throughout its doors. The shelves inside make it and similar cabinets an ideal option for book storage or even as a china cabinet in your modern, minimalist home.
A teal small glass front cabinet on tall legs
A teal small glass front cabinet on tall legs
Maybe you don’t want something that looks like a built-in. Maybe you want something that makes a statement.
If so, consider a piece like this: A teal cabinet on tall legs that has lots of empty space and two four-paned windows. It’s got a romantic aesthetic that’s perfect for vintage homes!
A full size storage cabinet with small glass windows
A full size storage cabinet with small glass windows
If you’re looking for a full-sized cabinet but don’t want glass panels that big, you can also get a large cabinet that only has smaller glass windows in the upper halves of the doors. This allows you to retain the visual interest of glass, but avoid finger smudges from curious children. This cabinet has a farmhouse feel due to the x-framing of the windows, which is a really beautiful aesthetic detail for your home!
A navy cabinet with detailed, intricate, beautiful glass mosaic doors
A navy cabinet with detailed, intricate, beautiful glass mosaic doors
Wildon Home®
Glass panels don’t have to be huge. If you’d rather smaller windows, either for decor or safety’s sake, you’re in luck. There are cabinets like this one that are painted in gorgeous colors, have intricate glass designs, and are made for storage in small corners in your home. We’d purchase a few of these to add practical storage with a soft vintage vibe, or even use them as end tables in a spare bedroom.
A pale green glass front display cabinet
A pale green glass front display cabinet
Alternatively, if you’re in need of a vintage piece that can double as a TV stand, try out a pastel-painted low cabinet with glass-front doors that are cut into all kinds of interesting shapes. Store your media players, games, tech accessories and more behind closed doors so they don’t clutter up your room, and instead enjoy a beautiful glass-fronted cabinet like this!
Buying Guide
Chloe is a highly-regarded expert in all things vintage and antique. She’s excited to share her vast knowledge with readers and clients wishing to infuse their homes with a mixture of old-time warmth and modern comfort. In addition to her design work, Chloe regularly volunteers at her local community center, teaching DIY projects to adults and kids.
For an alternative to buying a glass front storage cabinet, you can create a fresh modern look by putting glass panels in existing storage cabinets with a few simple steps and the right tools and supplies. First, determine what type of storage cabinet doors you have. Look for those with panel inserts that are raised or flush. Solid cabinet doors are not ideal for replacing with glass fronts.
Unfasten the cabinet doors without taking down the hinges and measure the panel areas, including the width, height, and thickness. Clamp the frame to your workspace and remove the panels with a router or circular saw. You may need a chisel to free corners and lift the panel out.
For the glass panel inserts, you can provide the measurements to a professional glazier for custom cuts. You must consider what type of glass to use. Choices range from transparent to frosted to textured glass options. Ensure that you use tempered glass for safety.
Apply clear silicone caulk around the panel frame’s edges, carefully lay the glass in place, and press. Let dry fully before rehanging. Other options to secure the glass panels include brackets or mirror clips.
A glass front storage cabinet acts as both functional storage space and an elegant piece of furniture in your home. There are several pros to glass front cabinets. They provide safe housing for delicate dishware while allowing you to show it off. In the kitchen, glass fronts allow for easy visibility of your items so you don’t have to remember which cabinet they are in and guests don’t need to hunt for cups or plates.
The only challenge with glass front cabinets is that stored items look better when they are organized. With see-through glass panels, the storage cabinet looks messy if these items are placed haphazardly. You can easily fix this with a short organizing session, which leaves your space looking refreshed.
A glass front storage cabinet will likely be slightly more expensive than an all-wood cabinet. Why? It takes time and skill to cut and fit glass panes into specific wooden cabinets, and some types of glass can simply be more expensive than some types of wood.
There’s also a process known as ‘glazing’ that a craftsman must perform to finish a glass front storage cabinet, and that takes time and additional materials as well.
