How To Design A Kitchen The Right Way
When designing a kitchen it is important to know some facts about the recommended measurement to ensure that you can work as easy as possible. This ...
When designing a kitchen it is important to know some facts about the recommended measurement to ensure that you can work as easy as possible. This article gives you 10 important guidelines for your kitchen design project.
1. For efficiency, the work triangle (the space between the sink, refrigerator, and stove) should measure 26′ or less with no single side longer than 9′, or less than 4′.
2. If your kitchen is larger than 150 sq. ft choose at least 16 1/2′ of countertop, 15 1/2′ of wall cabinets, and 16′ of base cabinets. For smaller kitchens buy 11′ of countertop, 12′ of wall cabinets, and 13′ of base cabinets.
3. The work aisles should not be less than 42″ wide for a one man kitchen and 48″ for kitchens with more than one cook.
4. Have a least 24″ of counter space on one side of the sink and 18″ on the other side.
5. To create the most accessible landing for unloading groceries, allow at least 15″ of counter space on the handle side of a standard refrigerator; on both sides if it’s a side-by-side model. Or include a landing area directly across from the refrigerator, but no more than 48″ away.
6. For easy cleaning the dishwasher should be placed no more than 36″ away for the edge of the sink. Make at least 21″ of standing room next to the machine.
7. For ovens and microwaves, make at room for no less than 15″ of counter space with a minimum depth of 16″.
8. Make sure than no entry, appliance or cabinet doors interferes with each other.
9. For comfort and to help avoid repetitive-motion injury, plan for work counters of different heights; between 28 and 36″ off the floor (easier for chopping and seated-use access), and between 36 and 46″ for general tasks (higher counters accommodate taller cooks).
10. To install a cabinet unit above the cook top, make sure the clearance is at least 24″ for a fireproof surface, 30″ for an unprotected surface.
Designing a kitchen is a combination of art and science. But it is not enough to have a lot of ideas. You do also need to know the recommended measurements to make a perfect outcome. Building a new kitchen is not cheap, so why not do the best work for your money.
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