55. High Gloss Cabinets
Year of Popularity: 1970s Est. Cost: $100-$800 per square meter*
High-gloss cabinets became popular in the seventies, and, though some people might swear that they’re still in style because of the way they help maximize space, that doesn’t appear to be the truth. Glossy cabinets are expensive, but they really only work for kitchens with minimalist and modern designs—something that, again, is subjective.
High Gloss Cabinets ©Dariusz Jarzabek / Shutterstock
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Potential home buyers might also be scared off by the fact that high gloss cabinets aren’t always easy to keep clean. TheKitchenDoorCompany.com warns that these cabinets are so reflective
that light fingerprints, scratches, and dirt can be quickly and easily spotted. The work to maintain them just isn’t worth it.