Crockery units are furniture pieces that may not be found across all homes, but nevertheless elevate the aesthetics and ambiance of a home with their style and elegance. Used to store glassware, cutlery and carefully collected curios, crockery units have been an indispensable part of Indian homes. As space in homes became a constraint and it became crucial to include minimal furniture, crockery units began to decline. Gradually in the last few years, Indian homes are increasingly including crockery units in different finishes and sizes to complement home interior design.

Crockery units arose out of a need to store away cutlery and other serving items, but without the need to hide them away. These occupied either the walls or one wall of living rooms. They were made of wood and thereafter plywood or particle board. Sizes were customised with in-built shelves and cabinets to store a variety of material. Today crockery units are available even in metal and other materials. Their colour and finish varies to complement home decor. Although glass fronted, crockery units are still popular, nowadays open shelved ones or boxed units are seen in most homes. They have gone beyond function to reflect style and enhance the ambience of a home.

Crockery units are versatile. They are stylish and trendy. They come in different styles and shapes. Picking the right one for your home can be tricky. Before buying one, here are four criteria you must factor in.