Floor-standing
As a rule, large items are stored in such structures. Place furniture on a low platform for easy access to all shelves. It is preferable that the structures are equipped with legs that are adjustable, then they can be placed as level as possible.
In addition, this type of legs makes it possible to raise the furniture a few centimeters from the floor surface. Accordingly, the material used for its production will not come into any contact with the recently washed floor, which will extend the service life of the structure.
Often, floor-standing cabinets are not equipped with a lid at the top, which is intended for built-in household appliances and sinks.
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Mounted
Wall cabinets are a universal design for storing any small items.
There are several options for these cabinets, differing in height, which can be combined when assembling the set.
Installation nuances
- Before starting installation, stock up on the necessary tools. For brick walls, a simple drill will do, but if the walls are concrete, then you will need a hammer drill.
- Do not choose fasteners that are too large to attach.
- When drilling a hole in the wall, take into account the thickness of the plaster layer. We must not forget that the dowel should be in the brick, and not in the plaster. The size of the hole in the brick must be at least 5 cm so that it can be screwed in freely.
- Try not to hang cabinets on drywall, as such structures are unreliable.
- It is not recommended to overload mounted models.
All sizes, both walls and floors, should be considered individually. Repairing kitchen units is not a difficult task, and adjusting the hinges is not difficult; if you cannot entrust the work to professionals, do not be afraid and do the installation yourself. The main thing is to read the article carefully and there will be no problems.
Doors
For a small space, hinged doors may not be suitable for a cabinet, since if they are not closed, constant impacts cannot be ruled out. An excellent alternative is sliding doors, which are more functional and visually attractive.
You can buy designs not with doors, but of the open type. If, however, you purchased a cabinet equipped with doors, then they do not necessarily have to be opaque. Install glass doors to add maximum space to the room.
And if there is only one window opening in the room, then such doors will help add more light. With proper placement, lighting will help create coziness.
When choosing a cabinet, do not forget to focus on the palette, which will affect both the general mood and the desire or reluctance to stay in the room. Warm colors awaken the desire to eat, but cold colors suppress it.
To decorate a small room, purchase furniture with a light palette, this way you will add more light to the space and visually make it larger.
The filling of structures must also be determined in advance. First of all, these are storage systems located inside. You can give preference to corner metal structures, containers, drying, drawer dividers.
The sophisticated storage design allows you to keep your food and utensils in perfect order while still making them as easy to access as possible. However, it is important to understand that the filling can be quite expensive.
Where and how to place it correctly
The correct arrangement of furniture in the room makes it possible to occupy the space as efficiently as possible and create a cozy atmosphere. To do this, it is advisable to create a plan on which all interior items and accessories will be placed. Thanks to the drawing, it will be easier to evaluate the arrangement of the module and understand how you can correctly swap them in place if you purchase additional items.
First you need to measure the area of the room and the height of the walls. The plan indicates windows, doorways, and communications. After this, a diagram of the location of each component is drawn. To do this correctly, you need to consider the following recommendations:
- a refrigerator, sink and stove should be placed at a distance of no more than 2 meters, as they are the main points for the housewife in any kitchen;
- It is better to place the gas stove away from the window. This way there is no risk of fire due to drafts;
- It is advisable to place a hood above the stove at a distance of 60–80 centimeters;
- the surface of the countertop should be located at a comfortable level for the height of the person who usually cooks in the family;
- the depth of the tabletop should be no more than 60 centimeters;
- It is advisable to select a deep sink and place the mixer at a height that will easily allow you to place a large pan under it;
- the choice of a modular kitchen is more justified due to the possibility of transformation to suit any size of the room;
- think over the location of the refrigerator so that its door, when opened, does not interfere with movement around the kitchen;
- When arranging, you can adhere to the rule of the working triangle, when the three main points - stove, sink and refrigerator - are ideally located at a distance of 90 centimeters. So you can reach the main functional areas by taking one step.
Corner design
For a small space, a corner set that is efficient in use is suitable. By using a free corner, the design will help free up maximum space.
A built-in corner cabinet can be used both for storing items necessary for cooking and as a place for equipment.
At the same time, a closet with open shelves will help add variety to the room if you install figurines and photos dear to your heart, which will add coziness to the atmosphere.
A one-piece design for corner applications is rare, and in this case the cabinet turns out to be as cumbersome as possible. Most often they prefer to split it into several parts for hanging and floor use. Often, a floor-standing model is used under a sink, in rare cases - under a cooking surface.
This placement is not rational - instead of comfortable furniture, you have to install a hood. Of course, the choice of corner hoods is limited, but the space in the corner is ineffectively used.
Wall-mounted models are attached to a wall surface, as in the photo of a kitchen cabinet. These can be full-fledged pieces of furniture, or with shelves without doors.
Backlight
Another advantage of wall cabinets for the kitchen is the ability to install additional lighting above the work area. For these purposes, you can use spotlights installed in the bottom of cabinets. This technique allows you to get a well-lit tabletop.
Another interesting move is the use of LED strip . Soft lighting has no practical benefit, but plays an important visual role. With this decoration, the kitchen seems taller and more spacious.
Pencil case
A pencil case in the interior is a classic option for successfully arranging a modern kitchen space, which is appropriate in a traditional and innovative approach to kitchen design.
A fairly narrow, roomy, space-saving option is very popular in small kitchens.
The design is indispensable if it is necessary to hide equipment from prying eyes. It is good to place a large refrigerator, a microwave, a bread maker, and so on.
Thanks to the design of the pencil case, it is convenient to control the cooking sequence, while ensuring easy access to every control detail of household appliances.
Form
In addition to the sizes, you will also have to decide on the desired shape. Variations are possible here too.
Narrow wall cabinets for the kitchen are convenient in small spaces or if you don't particularly like to cook. They are much less spacious than their wide counterparts, but take up virtually no space. If you don't have a lot of dishes, this is a great option.
A corner wall cabinet for a kitchen is often included in a corner or U-shaped set. It is less spacious than straight cabinets. However, even 25-30 centimeters of additional space greatly simplifies the organization of storing food supplies and kitchen utensils.
Kitchens with wall cabinets up to the ceiling, as we have already written, are a practical solution for small spaces. By the way, this approach is also justified from a hygiene point of view - anyone who has ever done a general cleaning in the kitchen knows how difficult it is to wash off the greasy stains with adhering dust that have formed on the top panels of such cabinets.
Tall wall cabinets are justified if you are sure that it will be convenient for you to reach items stored on the upper shelves. On the other hand, they allow you to save work space. So think about how comfortable you will be working with them.
Horizontal wall cabinets, not too tall, but elongated, are ideal for a spacious kitchen. In addition to the obvious convenience, there is another plus - cleaning such cabinets is much easier than tall ones.
If you don't need to store several sets of pans and pots, a strategic supply of cereals and seasonings, consider small wall cabinets. Open walls will make your kitchen look much more spacious than it actually is.
Photos of kitchen cabinets
Summarize
At first glance, installing a kitchen cabinet is not difficult. In fact, this is not so: the procedure will require taking into account several important parameters: the height of the kitchen owner, the location of the stove and hood, the size of the furniture itself. If installed incorrectly, the hanging elements of the kit will be inconvenient to use. If you are not sure that you can choose their location correctly, it is better to refer to the values established by GOST. It is designed in such a way that the furniture is comfortable for people of any height.
Working surface height
The generally accepted height of floor modules is 850 mm. However, this indicator can be adjusted if you install twist-out legs on the furniture. But most often they choose a standard base. For people whose height does not exceed 178 cm, a support with a level of 100-120 mm is suitable, then the total height of the bottom row will be 800-850 mm, working behind such a surface is pleasant and comfortable.
For a person above average height, select a base with a level of 150-200 mm, then the working surface will be at a level of 900-950 mm. For people with disabilities or those whose height is up to 150 cm, the suitable working surface height is 760 mm.
The level of the lower tier is calculated based on the following indicators:
- depth of the working area (600-700 mm). The larger it is, the wider the viewing angle and the more pleasant it is to be in the kitchen;
- the distance between the lower and upper tier. It is important to position the upper modules in such a way that you do not hit your head on them during operation;
- the optimal gap between the hob and the sink is at least 400 mm. This will prevent splashes of water and detergent from getting into the soup pot.
Keep in mind that the height of the working surface is also affected by the thickness of the table top (usually it is 3-4 cm). The table top reaches the kitchen apron; the joint is masked using a wall edge or kitchen plinth. A free space of several centimeters is left between the cabinets and the wall, which is used for laying gas and water pipes, masking wires, etc.
Manufacturing materials
Depending on the design of the kitchen cabinet, the materials used to make it will vary. For example, a built-in model is often made of plasterboard, and the owner can make the frame for installation himself. This material is attached to pre-prepared metal profiles using self-tapping screws. After this, the niche is finished and the cabinet itself is built in.
When considering stationary compartments, it is worth highlighting the following manufacturing materials:
- natural wood;
- wood materials - chipboard, MDF, fiberboard.
Solid wood is rightfully considered beautiful and environmentally friendly. Not only does it have an elegant structure, but it emits a unique aroma long after the furniture is installed. Such raw materials are reliable and practical and do not cause allergies. Solid wood has a peculiarity: it is difficult to process and easily absorbs moisture, so before purchasing a product for the kitchen, it is worth checking about the moisture resistance of the furniture.
Chipboard and fibreboard are widely used for the production of built-in and stationary wardrobes. They are affordable, have a variety of designs, and are wear-resistant. All cabinet filling is made from these materials. MDF is used to decorate door facades. At the user's request, they can have a glossy or matte surface, be grooved or smooth.
If you plan to install a mirror on one of the compartment doors, consider not placing the cabinet next to the stove.
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Built-in technology
The tendency to tie the oven to the hob is gradually becoming a thing of the past. Increasingly, this technique is being integrated at the torso level. The housewife does not need to bend low to the floor every time to check the readiness of the dish, and this is also very convenient from a safety point of view. Burns and injuries occur much less frequently.
Sometimes a washing machine is built under the countertop. Since the standard height of appliances is 850 mm, it is often necessary to increase the level of the lower base of the kitchen unit to 900-910 mm. This can be done using adjustable furniture legs or by replacing the standard 100 mm plinth with a 150 mm one. Based on this, it is worth considering that the upper modules will also rise.
It is customary to build a dishwasher into the bottom row. Its standard dimensions are 55 cm/60 cm/82 cm, so it fits under the tabletop without any problems.
