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. For efficiency, the work triangle (the space between the sink, refrigerator, and stove) should measure 26' or less with no single side longer than 9', or less than 4'. 2. If your kitchen is larger than 150 sq. ft choose at least 16 1/2' of countertop, 15 1/2' of wall cabinets, and 16' of base cabinets. For smaller kitchens buy 11' of countertop, 12' of wall cabinets, and 13' 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. Specify a minimum of 24" of counter space on one side of the sink and at least 18" on the other. 5. To create the most accessible landing for unloading groceries, allow at least 15" of counter space on the handle side of a standard refrigerator; on both sides if it's a side-by-side model. Or include a landing area directly across from the refrigerator, but no more than 48" away. 6. For cleanup ease, install the dishwasher within 36" of one edge of the sink and allow for at least 21" of standing room next to it. 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". Designing a kitchen is a combination of art and science. But it is not enough to have a lot of ideas. You do also need to know the recommended measurements to make a perfect outcome. Building a new kitchen is not cheap, so why not do the best work for your money.

Martin Elmer is writing about refrigerators in koeleskab. Read more about buying refrigerators in amerikaner koeleskabe.

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