If you are planning to design a new kitchen, you should know the recommended measurement that will give you the perfect cooking work space. This article gives you 10 tips on how to make your new kitchen the best place for the daily cooking task.
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. If the kitchen is smaller than 150 sq. ft., go for at least 12' of wall cabinets, 11' of countertop and 13' of base cabinets. In larger kitchen you should choose at least 15 1/2' of wall cabinets, 16 1/2' of countertop, and 16' of base cabinets.
3. Plan you work aisles no less than 42" wide if you are one cook and 48" if you are more than one in the kitchen.
4. Have a least 24" of counter space on one side of the sink and 18" on the other side.
5. Have at least 15" of counter space on besides the refrigerator (on the handle side) for unloading groceries. If you have a side-by-side refrigerator have the space on both sides. If it is not possible, have a landing space across from the refrigerator (with a 48" maximum distance).
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 as much a science as it is an art. Knowing the recommended measurements to use when planning the project can make all the difference in the final outcome. And why not do it right the first time. It is not cheap to make the changes later. - 32406
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. If the kitchen is smaller than 150 sq. ft., go for at least 12' of wall cabinets, 11' of countertop and 13' of base cabinets. In larger kitchen you should choose at least 15 1/2' of wall cabinets, 16 1/2' of countertop, and 16' of base cabinets.
3. Plan you work aisles no less than 42" wide if you are one cook and 48" if you are more than one in the kitchen.
4. Have a least 24" of counter space on one side of the sink and 18" on the other side.
5. Have at least 15" of counter space on besides the refrigerator (on the handle side) for unloading groceries. If you have a side-by-side refrigerator have the space on both sides. If it is not possible, have a landing space across from the refrigerator (with a 48" maximum distance).
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 as much a science as it is an art. Knowing the recommended measurements to use when planning the project can make all the difference in the final outcome. And why not do it right the first time. It is not cheap to make the changes later. - 32406
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