Material for the kitchen set - how to choose?

tips Repair is always a test, especially in the kitchen. It is this room that requires an extremely competent layout, finishing of all surfaces, as a result not only beauty in the kitchen, but also its functionality should be achieved. Otherwise - and the daily cooking of food will be a lot of trouble, and it will not be about any coziness. If repairs are delayed because you can not decide on kitchen furniture, then this article should help you with advice. Consider the material for the kitchen set - how to choose?

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General moments

The first thing you need to understand is the size and shape of the headset. To do this, measure the kitchen several times, make a detailed diagram with all the dimensions.
Next, you can proceed to select the form of the headset.

Layout

There are not many layout options. Standard head sets assume three ways of placement:

1. The angular model is in the form of the letter "G".
2. Two corner model - represents the letter "P"
3. The linear model - without corners, is located along one wall.

Important! In small kitchens, corner models are often used to save space. Linear headsets look good in large rooms.

After selecting do not forget to put the location of the headset on the circuit.

Also important is the configuration of the headset.

Package Contents

First, determine the approximate number of dishes, products that will be stored directly in the furniture. It will be convenient to make a list, and then decide on the necessary cabinets, shelves.

Tips:

1. An ordinary kitchen cabinet is suitable for storing kitchen utensils.
2. For pots, you can choose an outdoor design with large shelves or drawers.
3. Use a drawer of a shallower depth to store the pans.
4. In cupboards it is convenient to store tea, coffee, spices.
5. For drawers, forks, a drawer is used.
6. For dish plates, a hanging dryer is used.
7. Bulk products - wall or floor cabinet with shelves or cabinet.
8. The decor is placed on open shelves.

Another important point - the kitchen should be functional.

Ergonomics

The most important thing to consider at the planning stage is the placement of the headset - you should have plenty of cooking space, but you do not have to make unnecessary movements.

Important! Naturally, the placement of kitchen furniture will depend on the size of the room, but there is one universal rule: if you are in the center of an imaginary triangle, you should have access to all the functionality of the kitchen at a distance of one or two steps.

It is not superfluous to take into account the following recommendations:

1. You can not put a stove and a sink next to it. Between them is required a table top.
2. The cooker hood must be installed above the cooker. But even if you decide to leave the kitchen without hoods, do not hang over the stove of cabinets. They will quickly deteriorate from high temperatures and moisture. And then it does not matter what kind of material you chose for the kitchen set.
3. The floor cabinets together with the worktop must not be above 90 cm.
4. Suspended cabinets and shelves are mounted as user's height: they must be accessible without the use of additional tools.
5. Remember that the smaller the size of the kitchen, the more functional it should be. In a small room it is convenient to use drawers, furniture without handles, etc.

Next, you should decide how to choose a kitchen set, depending on the style and color of the room.

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Design

Of course, the design of the headset is very important. And it should fit into the general concept of the room and apartment.

Color matching

When choosing a color scheme, remember the following rule: dark colors visually reduce the room, and light - increase. If you have a small kitchen - it is better to choose a light kitchen with little dark accents.

For a solar kitchen, cool shades are excellent:

• gray;
• turquoise;
• lemon;
• of a dusty rose.

But when there is enough light, you can experiment with bright colors:

• orange;
• red;
• purple;
• is green.

In a dark room it is better to use pastel colors:

• coffee with milk;
• pistachio;
• vanilla;
• salmonid.

This is not all colors, so we will analyze the recommendations of designers.

Tips:

1. Multicolor in the kitchen can be tiring, so pick two three primary colors and combine them.
2. Remember that too bright colors can quickly get bored, especially in small rooms. Therefore, choose them not as the primary color, but as an addition.
3. If you buy a kitchen with a pattern, keep in mind that the horizontal lines stretch the room too much. It will be ugly in a small kitchen.
4. Very stylish look countertops in tone with a floor covering.
5. Glossy surfaces add light and space to the room.

Important! Do not forget about the white color: he will never get bored and will approach any style of the room.

On the styles and talk more.

Basic styles:

1. Classic furniture - furniture from natural materials, with strict lines, decorated with natural details or stained-glass windows.
2. Country or Provence is the style of a classic American or French village, the main concept of which is comfort and simplicity. Here you have to choose the material for kitchen sets natural, untreated. The best wood is suitable.
3. Modern - very modern furniture with elements of classics, but already with the addition of various materials and finishes.
4. Techno is modernity in everything. Furniture should be incredibly functional, material for kitchen sets in this case - glass, artificial stone, plastic. Also in this kitchen must be present various advanced techniques.
5. High-tech - not natural, but necessarily high-quality materials, strange lines, incongruous colors and textures. At the same time, the kitchen should remain comfortable and functional. To choose a material for kitchen sets in this case it is easy - it is plastic, glass, metal. There may be wooden furniture, but with finishing one or more of the listed options.

Any of the presented styles can be created by selecting the right material for the kitchen set. How to choose it, and what they are - we will consider further.

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Material for the

headset When talking about the headset material, most often refer to the facade and wall covering, but forget about the internal elements. Today, one of the most successful options for interior finishing is a treated, strong chipboard. It is important that its end parts are closed.

Next, consider the main types of facade coatings.

Laminate

Sets with this coating - it is inexpensive, but a durable option, available in a variety of colors.

Important! The downside of this finish is the lack of moisture resistance and protection against mechanical damage.

Plastic

Another material for economy class kitchens. Modern versions are made on the basis of liquid plastic from epoxy resin, which can handle furniture of any shape. These are bright and waterproof surfaces, protected from mechanical damage.

Important! Minus them in a short period of preservation of appearance. Over time, the coating loses its brightness and gloss.

MDF

This is a very strong coating, protected from moisture by special impregnations. Usually such panels are covered with a special film, which ensures the safety of the product even under the influence of high temperatures. The space for imagination gives a large selection of colors and the ability to choose the gloss / matt finish of the product.

Important! The disadvantage here is the lack of protection from moisture and mechanical damage.

Aluminum and stainless

Most often, the elements of these materials adorn the facades from another base, but in separate headsets they can be used independently. Advantages of materials in strength, appearance, resistance to damage and durability.

Important! Of the shortcomings noted a complex and long production, high cost.

Wood

Where without natural materials. For kitchens, solid hardwoods of larch, beech, maple, walnut, ash are used.

An unequivocal advantage is the ecological compatibility and naturalness.

Important! But the disadvantages of this material are plenty: complex processing, high price, a small choice of colors and the need for additional protection of the tree from damage.

Another important detail is the material from which the table top will be made.

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Material for worktops

For worktops, ceramic granite, natural and artificial stone, chipboard and metal are frequent options. Let's consider their characteristics in more detail.

This is a moisture resistant fabric whose strength and cost directly depends on its thickness. A single-valued plus it in the resistance to temperature drop, but products made of this material are afraid of mechanical damage.

Porcelain tiles

Very durable material that is not afraid of damage and moisture and temperature.

Important! Its disadvantage is its high cost and processing complexity.

Natural stone

This material has similar properties with porcelain stoneware, is literally eternal. But its cost is much higher.

Metal

This material is not suitable for any style of cuisine. Nevertheless, it is durable and is not afraid of various kinds of damage.

After choosing a headset you need to pick up quality accessories and correctly arrange all the elements. We recall a few recommendations.

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Tips to

Fittings are another important part of the kitchen set. From its quality will depend on the convenience of furniture.

We choose accessories:

1. Handles for cabinets in the kitchen should be as comfortable as possible. Therefore, do not choose richly decorated products. It is better to choose a laconic version of stainless steel.
2. Smooth opening and closing of cabinets provides gas lift and door closer.
3. For small kitchens it is very convenient to use various rotating stands, drawers, etc.
4. Large elements visually weight the headset, and are out of place in a small kitchen.

Important! Of course, the cost of good furniture is high, but it is not worth saving on it. The plastic handle will break very quickly, and you will have to purchase a new one, and the steel version will last a long time.

Then you should remember about the kitchen equipment.

Place the equipment

With the cooking technique, remember the rule of the triangle - it is important that everything in the kitchen is accessible and functional:

• Part of the technique can be hidden: these are separate hobs that can easily be removed into the drawer if necessary, built-in appliances.
• The microwave oven can be fixed to the wall using brackets or mounted on a shelf.
• When choosing a refrigerator in a small kitchen, the best option is to purchase a narrow but high model. Such a technique does not take much space, but will allow you to contain all the necessary products.
• For order in boxes, use special drawers.

Important! Small kitchens should not be cluttered with furniture of complex shapes. It is better to give preference to a simple headset with rounded corners.

We hope that now you can answer the question of how to choose the right kitchen set. Designer's tips and our article will definitely help you. Good choice!