It is important to know the recommended measurement if you are designing a new kitchen. If the distances are too small or too large, it will make the daily work much more difficult. In this article you can find 10 important advices on how to design the perfect kitchen.
1. The space between the stove, sink, and refrigerator (called the work triangle) should be more than 26′; and all the sides must be between 4′ and 9′.
2. In kitchens smaller than 150 sq. ft., opt for at least 13′ of base cabinets, 12′ of wall cabinets, and 11′ of countertop. In kitchens which are larger, go with at least 16′ of base cabinets, 15 1/2′ of wall cabinets, and 16 1/2′ of countertop.
3. For convenience, plan work aisles to be at least 42″ wide for one cook, and at least 48″ wide in multi-cook kitchens.
4. Plan you sink so you have at least 24″ of counter space on one side and 18″ on the other.
5. To have the best landing when you are unloading groceries, you should have at least 15″ of counter space on the handle side of the standard refrigerator. If it is a side-by-side model, have the space on both sides. Or maybe even better, have a landing area directly across (no more than 48″ away) from the refrigerator.
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. Provide at least 15″ counter space near ovens and microwaves. The space should be minimum 16″ deep.
8. Make sure than no entry, appliance or cabinet doors interferes with each other.
9. The prevent repetitive-motion injury make the work counters have different height. For chopping and seated-use access have them between 28 and 36″ off the floor, and for more general tasks make then between 36 and 46″. This is standard measures. Taller cooks may need higher counters.
10. If you are installing a cabinet unit above the cook top, the clearance should be at least 24″ if the surface is fireproof. If it isn’t the clearance should be 30″.
Kitchen design is equally divided between science and art. You can have a lot of good ideas, but if you do not know the recommended measurements, the result will never be satisfying. It is expensive to build a new kitchen, so you should make sure that you get the best result.
Martin Elmer is writing about refrigerators in koeleskab. Read more about buying refrigerators in amerikaner koeleskabe.
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