How to choose the size of the kitchen set?

Upper cabinets

The main characteristics of wall cabinets: height, depth, width. The optimal size of the second parameter is selected according to the width of the countertop and is equal to half of it. Smaller - the box will be too narrow and small, wider - use working area it will be uncomfortable, the risk of hitting the head is high.

Concerning facade heights, standard sizes range between 70-90 centimeters. If you plan to install kitchen set under the ceiling, the upper cabinets can be more than 90 cm, but then they must be divided horizontally into 2 sections and open with separate doors.

Important! The choice of the height of any work surfaces and kitchen cabinets should be based on the height of the hostess. A kitchen can be called comfortable, in which it is easy to reach with your hand at least the first shelf of the hanging module.

Width of hanging boxes can be absolutely anything: the average value is 30-100 cm.But if the doors are ordinary hinged and open sideways (and not up), limit them to 40 cm in size.That is, there must be 2 doors on a box 80 cm and wider.

Advice! When ordering a kitchen to the ceiling, do not forget about a comfortable step-ladder - they are folding or not (pictured). A special ladder is much safer than ordinary chairs and will help you easily get the items you need from the topmost shelves.

Apron height

The location of kitchen cabinets on the wall largely depends on the height of the lower cabinets and the apron above them.

Standard sizes kitchen aprons vary within 450-650 mm, with:

• 45-50 cm is rarely used, it is considered the most suitable solution for apartments with low ceilings;
• in rooms with long distances from floor to ceiling (for example, in stalinkas or private houses), it is appropriate to increase the standard size to 70-80 cm;
• the distance can be chosen based on the finishing materials: for example, MDF boards are produced with a standard height of 600 mm, ceramic tiles also usually have dimensions in multiples of 600.

Important! The free space between the upper and lower tier is not always equal to the distance from the hob to hoods.

When calculating this parameter, the type of plate and the design of the hood are taken into account:

1. Gas... Inclined ones are installed at 550-650 mm from the table top, straight ones - at 700-800 mm.
2. Electric... The hoods are located below: 450-550 for inclined, 550-650 for straight lines.

Advice! When placing the hood, it is also important to take into account the height - the taller the person, the higher it must be installed. But not too high, otherwise home appliances will be simply ineffective.

Bottom cabinets

It is they who set the dimensions of the future kitchen set: floor cabinets. The standard dimensions of the base cabinets are 82-84 cm high, 60 deep. But designers and ergonomics experts recommend choosing the dimensions of the kitchen set according to individual parameters: first of all, the growth of the one who spends most of the time in the kitchen.What should be the size of the kitchen set from floor to work surface, we will analyze in the next section.

As for the depth, here it is logical to deviate not from convenience, but from the dimensions of standard countertops. Most often in stores there are models with a width of 60 centimeters: it is for them that the dimensions of kitchen cabinets are adjusted (540-560 mm). The bodies are deliberately made narrower so that a small free edge remains at the end.

If you need a wider table top, it is advisable to choose the drawers deeper than usual. The same rule works in the opposite direction - when choosing deep furniture for the kitchen, you will have to fork out for a worktop according to individual sizes.

Do not forget about the width of the cabinets and facades: the rules for the lower tier are the same as for the upper one - no wider than 40 centimeters. Although the most convenient are cabinets with drawers - here the width is limited only by the load on the fittings.

Height from floor to table top

Whether built-in or modular kitchen, first of all, it should be comfortable. And the main characteristic that affects this indicator is the height of the working area. After all, it is on it that most of the manipulations are performed in the cooking process.

Important! Consider the height of the cabinet, legs and the thickness of the countertop itself - the usual parameters are about 2.8-6 cm.

To make cooking really comfortable, we advise you to deviate from the standards and focus on your own growth. After all comfortable kitchen for a tall and a short person, these are two different kitchens. Below are the recommendations for growth:

• 150-160... You're lucky! A standard kitchen set of 82 centimeters will be the most convenient.
• 160-170... For people of average height, it is better to raise furniture cabinets up to 88 cm.
• 170-180... It is better if the cabinets are located at a level of 91 cm.
• 180-190... For height above average, the parameter 94 cm is used.
• 190-200... Is it almost 2 meters tall? Order the meter height of the furniture from the manufacturer.

Advice! In order not to memorize the exact numbers, be guided by a simple indicator: kitchen cabinets should be slightly below the waist.

Dimensions of decorative elements

The decor does not make the kitchen less or more functional, therefore the size of the decorations is generally not so important and most often manufacturers use standard shapes or select them individually for the client.

What applies to decorative elements:

• Plinth... Covers the legs of the pedestals, making the design more complete. The standard height is 10-15 cm. Relative to the end of the door, it should be recessed in depth by the same 75-100 mm, this ensures comfort while working in the kitchen.
• Overlay... Usually it closes the voids between the modules - for example, at the location of the hood or gas boiler. Manufactured according to individual sizes.
• Cornice... A small strip that can be installed at the top or bottom of the cabinets. Usually 5-10 cm wide.
• Pilasters... Vertical overlays for a cohesive look. Most often used in classic or palace interiors. Dimensions vary, matched to the size of the kitchen furniture.

Features for the working triangle

The choice of pedestals and drawers is only half the battle. Next, they will be installed, taking into account the characteristics of the interior, the area of ​​the room and other characteristics.

The first thing that begins with the arrangement of the kitchen is the choice of its shape. And each option has its own characteristics:

• Straight... Since the intersection of the two rows is not expected, it is more important to pay attention to the distance between the zones. A space of at least 40 centimeters is required between the sink and the refrigerator. It is advisable to leave 80-120 cm between the stove and the sink. If the stove is on the edge, there should be a distance of 30-60 centimeters to the wall.
• Corner kitchen... A set for 2 walls is considered correct if the sink is located in the center, and the refrigerator and stove are on the sides. In this case, the passages between the vertices of the triangle should not be more than 2.5 m - otherwise it will be too laborious to walk from one place to another.

Advice! To make the L-shaped headset more functional, use beveled corners instead of straight ones: such cabinets are more spacious and more comfortable than usual ones.

• Double row... A prerequisite that must be observed in the dimensions of this kitchen set is a sufficient passage width. Any figure within 1-2 m is suitable, but 110-120 cm is considered optimal.This is enough to get food out of a drawer or open the refrigerator door, without touching the tables on the back.
• U-shaped... It is difficult to correctly design a kitchen with the letter P: the thickness, length, width of the kitchen unit should be correlated with the area of ​​the room, while taking into account the recommendations for a straight, angular and parallel design. Be sure to make accurate measurements and draw a diagram of future furniture, determine a sufficient number of boxes for storing dishes and utensils, determine the places of built-in appliances, leave free passages - no element should interfere with others.

When creating your ideal kitchen set not by standard sizes, consider additional nuances:

1. If the kitchen is a walk-through, evaluate the trajectory of movement and leave a free path, 0.9-1.1 m wide.
2. The table is moved away from the wall by 0.7-0.8 m - this place is necessary for comfortable lifting from the table.
3. If behind the back of the person sitting behind dining table a person needs a passage, a space of 0.9-1.1 m is required.
4. When choosing the size of the dining group, calculate the width of the table based on the formula: number of family members * space for one person (60 cm).
5. The difference in the height of the table and chair should be ~ 30 centimeters. Standard dimensions: 75 and 45 cm, respectively. If the table is flush with the table top (85), the seats should be 55. The bar stools (85) are suitable for uprights 115-130 cm.

When designing a kitchen, remember that standards are always something in between and not always convenient. If your parameters differ from the generally accepted dimensions, give preference to custom-made furniture: it costs more, but it will be more comfortable to work in such a kitchen.