To create an original interior in the kitchen is not an easy task. But even more difficult, it turns out, to arrange furniture and equipment so as not to clutter the kitchen and everything needed was at hand. To achieve this balance, you can by taking advantage of the advice of the site "House of Dreams" on the ergonomics of the kitchen space. From our article you will learn how to arrange furniture in the kitchen and properly place the necessary household appliances.
How to arrange furniture and appliances in the kitchen
The triangle rule: we arrange furniture and appliances in the kitchen ergonomically
For kitchens of any layout, interior designers usually use the "triangle rule", which greatly increases the ergonomics of the kitchen space. Three main attributes of the kitchen - a sink, a stove and a fridge - form the tops of a triangle, and its sides are the mistress's routes. The length of the sides of the triangle depends on the area of the kitchen and can range from 1 to 2.5 m.
Correctly placed kitchen equipment greatly facilitates work in the kitchen and movement on it. For a full working line, a tabletop length of about 3 m is required. Sometimes the dimensions of the kitchen do not allow placing the entire ruler along one wall, and this is not very convenient. Most often apply a layout in the form of a letter "P", in the form of the letter "G"( angular), equilateral - on two parallel walls, linear - for a kitchen with an island. The best variant of the triangle is realized in the kitchen with an angular layout, where the tops are located on different walls.
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Where in the kitchen you can put the refrigerator
The refrigerator is usually located in the corner. When installing, pay attention to the direction in which the doors open. For maximum ease of use, the door should open to the nearest wall. Many modern models of refrigerators have redesigned doors.
The space reserved for the refrigerator in the kitchen should allow the doors to be opened by 90 °;completely, with not fully open doors, the extension of boxes for vegetables and freezers is impossible. Also, during installation, it is necessary to withstand the distances to the walls and kitchen furniture specified in the operating instructions.
Where to put the refrigerator in the kitchen
Where can I put the refrigerator in the kitchen
Where will the kitchen sink and dishwasher
find the kitchen sink deep enough and the spout at the mixer high so that it can be put in a large saucepan. Matt washing is more practical for the kitchen, it has less visible dried water droplets. The distance from the sink to the sewer stand must not exceed 3 m.
It is more convenient to place the dishwasher next to the sink, then it will be easier to connect it to the necessary communications.
It is not recommended to place the sink near the cooker or hob for safety, since splashing water on a hot frying pan with oil can cause it to splash. In addition, for those who adhere to the design of the interior of the traditions of feng shui, the location of the kitchen sink close to the stove can become an unfavorable neighborhood, since it will lead to a conflict between the elements of water and fire. Too remote location of the cooker and sink is inconvenient for the landlady, and can cause irritation. Ideal in this case is a distance of 40-60 cm, this is approximately the width of a large cutting board.
How to arrange appliances in the kitchen - dishwasher
Advantageous positioning of the cooker in the kitchen
The gas cooker should be placed at a distance of at least 50 cm from the opening door of the window or the balcony door so that the gust of wind does not extinguish the flame. The traditional placement of the slab in the corner is not always optimal for two reasons:
- first, the distance from the walls to the slab should be 6-7 cm according to safety standards;
- secondly, the fatty sprays that form during cooking are easier to clean from the horizontal surface of the countertop than from the vertical side wall.
How to arrange the appliances in the kitchen - a cooker
How to put the hood in the kitchen
The hood, as a rule, is mounted at a height of 65-75 cm above the stove. For people of high stature, accommodation at an altitude of 80-85 cm is possible, but do not forget that the higher the hood is located, the more powerful it should be. Also do not forget that according to safety standards in kitchens where gas boilers or columns with flue gas outlet to chimneys are installed, artificial hoods can not be installed unless separate ventilation ducts are provided for them. For air to enter the kitchen, you need to provide a clearance or grill in the lower part of the door.
How to install appliances in the kitchen - extractor
How to put the hood in the kitchen
How to arrange furniture in the kitchen: tables and work surfaces
The height of the worktop is usually 85 cm, for tall people - 90-100 cm. You can determine the optimal height for youbending arms in elbows parallel to the floor and measuring down 15 cm.
The height of the dining table is usually lower than the working table, and is 70-80 cm.
If you arrange furniture in the kitchen according to these principles, then you will be most comfortable in preparing dishes, andcooking does not turn into a routine.
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How to place furniture in the kitchen
Planning lighting depending on the location of furniture and appliances in the kitchen
The optimal solution for the kitchen is the organization of two types of lighting. In order not to block out the light, you can use local lighting by placing the lamps on hanging cabinets( at the bottom or at the cornices).
General lighting will provide a ceiling light in the center of the kitchen or over the dining table. Also, to improve the lighting, it is recommended to think over the arrangement of the working surfaces so that you are not always back to the window.
Lighting in the kitchen
Planning kitchen lighting photos
Make your kitchen a comfortable and functional room in which it is comfortable to cook and eat. We hope that you have received answers to your questions regarding how to arrange furniture and appliances in the kitchen. Successful experiments in creating a kitchen interior!
