Thanks to her, it is possible to use every free centimeter of space, as well as use unique options for the arrangement of drawers and compartments of the headset.
Products from Blum are one of the most advanced and innovative solutions in the field of components for sets and furniture.
The manufacturer has made a lot of efforts to ensure that modern housewives can optimally organize food storage, use of the kitchen, and also facilitate the cooking process.
Basic systems
The technologies used by this manufacturer are based not only on many years of experience, but also on numerous practical tests and research.
All this allows us to obtain ergonomic, reliable and functional solutions.
Innovative components provide drawers and doors with smooth opening and closing, allowing you to organize the available working area as ergonomically as possible.
Thanks to this, each item stored in the kitchen will have its own place and will be pleasant to use.
Among the variety of Blum engineering solutions, the following are classified into separate categories:
- lifting systems (AVENTOS);
- mechanisms for drawing out drawers (METABOX, LEGRABOX, AVENTOS, TANDEMBOX, etc.);
- guides;
- loops;
- components for the interior filling of the kitchen.
All this fittings were developed from scratch by engineers of the Austrian company. It is the result of numerous tests carried out both in laboratory and in real operating conditions.
They are designed to make your daily meal preparation process more organized and smart.
What is Tandembox?
Firstly, Tandembox is a registered trademark owned by the Austrian furniture components giant Julius Blum GmbH. Boxes called tandem were first released onto the market back in 1977; since then they have been continuously improved and tandem boxes with a soft-closing system were already well known in Russia by the mid-2000s. In fact, today even many professional furniture makers, out of habit, call any drawer with steel sides and a soft-closing system tandemboxes.
There are often cases when, having bought an inexpensive kitchen in Ikea with tandembox drawers from Bloom, buyers do not want to hear anything about the products of other companies. Furniture makers shrug their shoulders - it’s hard to argue with each of the millions who have visited a furniture hypermarket, especially considering the aggressive advertising policy. And, nevertheless, an alternative exists, and has been for a very long time, differing favorably from the tandembox not only in reliability, design or range, but also in its “pedigree”. If the talented Austrian blacksmith Julius Blum started his business in 1952 with anti-slip bolts for horseshoes, then this German engineer, whose name today is used for perfect furniture components, invented a manual machine back in 1888 that automatically produces an anchor escapement for cuckoo clocks.
Lifting mechanism
AVENTOS lifting mechanisms make opening doors not only much more convenient, but also much safer compared to standard four-hinge hinges.
Open facades will no longer hang over your head, thanks to which you can freely move around the kitchen without fear of earning yourself a bump.
Expert advice on what fittings to choose for the kitchen
Are the most expensive fittings always the highest quality? Not at all. Thus, expensive porcelain handles turn out to be fragile. And wooden ones, even from the most prestigious species, are difficult to maintain and prone to accumulating dirt. Statistics say that our compatriots prefer metal handles with a durable coating, without a relief pattern, into which dust particles can become clogged. As a last resort - reinforced plastic, also with a smooth surface.
When it comes to hinges, the best hardware for the kitchen is cup hinges . First, they are durable (provided they are made of thick metal). Secondly, they automatically adjust the door position. Thirdly, they are equipped with a stopper function that prevents the facade from opening spontaneously. The most practical thing is hinges made of stamped sheet steel with a galvanic protective layer against corrosion. As for the top decorative coating of the hinges, you choose it according to your taste: copper, bronze, chrome or enameled, with a smooth, matte or embossed surface.
When choosing kitchen fittings such as gas lift , keep in mind: this mechanism cannot be disassembled. This means that it will not be possible to repair the broken part. Therefore, it is better to immediately choose a high-quality mechanism. In doing so, try to take into account:
- door weight. The heavier the facade, the more powerful the lifting mechanism should be. The calculation is as follows: 10 newtons of spring compression per 1 kilogram of door weight (the amount of spring compression is indicated in the gas lift data sheet - for example, 60 N);
- facade size : the larger it is, the longer the lifting device should be;
- type of mechanism : step-by-step (for a facade with a handle) or automatic (for a Push-to-Open type facade).
Drawer mechanisms
The systems of the eminent Austrian manufacturer, installed on drawers, amaze not only with their reliability and functionality, but also with their enviable decorative effect.
The Intivo series is equipped with original side inserts for drawers, stylized as glass, leather or wood.
The Antaro line presents laconic and simple solutions with distinctly linear shapes, which makes them ideal for kitchens made in minimalist and high-tech styles.
For kitchens designed in a classic interior style, the fittings included in the Plus series will be an excellent solution.
In the METABOX line you will find inexpensive products. At its affordable price, it is endowed with enviable functionality, reliability and practicality. The external solution is the simplest and most discreet.
A little about the brand
Bloom is not a multinational corporation. This is a small, export-oriented Austrian company: 7 factories in Austria, 2 in the New World (USA and Brazil), packaging and logistics produces EXCLUSIVELY furniture fittings, and this probably explains the close attention to innovation and unique properties of products. If Bloom does not maintain its leading position in its segment, it simply will not survive!
But at the moment, furniture manufacturers in all countries know that Blum furniture fittings will last as long as the furniture itself!
Guides
A distinctive feature of the guides from the MOVENTO series is that all these mechanisms allow the drawers to be fully extended.
In addition, they are securely hidden, that is, invisible to the eye when opened.
Their analogue, which also provides full extension, is the TANDEM guides, but they are visible.
Look for an inexpensive but reliable solution - take a closer look at STANDART fittings. These are visible roller guides that ensure partial extension of the drawers.
Whatever option you choose, you can be sure that these components will fully cope with the obligations assigned to them, guaranteeing convenient, long-term and reliable operation.
So what to replace the tandembox with?
Yes, the time has come to name that very box and the company we are talking about, of which we are official representatives and whose products we have the right to be proud of. This German company has been operating in Russia for almost 25 years, of which 13 (more than half the way) we go hand in hand, representing its products in the region of responsibility. This is no longer just an alternative to the tandembox and the company that produces it, but a truly new chapter in the book in the history of the furniture industry in Russia and the whole world, a book that began to be written 130 years ago - in 1888.
Loops
The conventional four-joint hinge is also available in the Blum product range.
Such an engineering solution cannot be called advanced and innovative, because it is almost impossible to create something fundamentally new in this area.
But the manufacturer managed to make this product more reliable and practical. Its service life is practically unlimited.
Doors equipped with such hinges open and close more smoothly and easily, which is the key to increased convenience during use.
Features of the Bloom brand
The Blum company took care of developing a competent marketing policy. It was Blum that became the leader in the production of innovative systems. It successfully launched the tandem series guides and tandembox drawer systems on the market.
The range of guides is complemented by the Movento model. It can withstand more significant loads - 40 and 60 kg inclusive. The manufacturer has introduced a special stabilization system and 4D adjustment of the façade position.
The range of drawer systems has also undergone a significant upgrade - the first luxury segment of LEGRABOX drawers with updated guides has appeared.
Secondary fittings
Everyone will agree that without baskets, carousels, trays, holders for knives and utensils, partitions and other similar components, the functionality of even the most thoughtful kitchen will be reduced to a minimum.
The engineers of the Austrian company have developed the ORGA-LINE line, which includes all the relevant fittings. Thanks to it, the kitchen workspace becomes more ergonomic, thoughtful and functional.
Blum fittings - caring for mechanisms
The fittings do not require special care. It is enough to limit its contact with liquid - after wet cleaning, immediately wipe it dry with a soft cloth. To clean metal elements, do not use aggressive alkalis, abrasives, or steel wool. And of course, do not store acid-containing liquids open in cabinets - as they evaporate, they can cause metal corrosion.
And then Blum fittings will provide you with many years of pleasure from using a beautiful, functional and comfortable kitchen!
All custom-made kitchens manufactured by our salon are equipped only with high-quality Blum fittings; you can find out more detailed information about this by phone or by sending a message using the feedback form. We will definitely call you back and answer all your questions related to fittings and components for your future kitchen.
Advantages
Let's summarize the key advantages of the Austrian Blum fittings, because they will help answer the question of whether it is worth buying.
Here are just a few of them:
- on their basis it is possible to create advanced modern solutions with increased ergonomics and reliability;
- the ability to make maximum use of unused centimeters of space;
- high aesthetics and versatility;
- Duration of use even with intensive use.
All this, combined with numerous reviews from consumers who have already assessed in their own practice all the advantages of this product, allows us to confidently assert that Blum kitchen fittings are one of the most thoughtful, innovative and advanced solutions.
Perhaps it is worth applying these progressive solutions in your kitchen?
Blum or Hettich fittings: which is better?
To select fittings, you need to define criteria for comparison. When choosing accessories, the main criteria are:
- production technologies used;
- reliability, strength and durability;
- final cost of the kits;
- service life and warranty.
Production technologies
Both brands offer European countries and are constantly modernizing their production, equipment, scientific and technical base and business processes. Therefore, it is difficult to make a choice in favor of one or another manufacturer for this component.
Reliability and durability
Here many may think that Blum has an advantage over Hettich, but you shouldn’t be 100% sure. Yes, for many buyers who do not have to deal with the repair or sale of furniture, Blume means high quality. But sellers of furniture fittings say that this is due to the earlier appearance of Blum products on the domestic market and a wider partner network, which made it possible to widely distribute Blum; many simply do not know about the existence of a worthy competitor in the person of Hettich. And it is actually not inferior in durability and reliability. Especially where high load and wear resistance are not required, for example dresser drawers, cabinet hinges.
Final cost
In terms of cost, Hettich fittings definitely win. When comparing similar projects, fittings from the German brand are 15-20% cheaper than analogues from Blum. Many manufacturers claim that their prices are the same, but this is usually achieved by using older models of Blum fittings.
Guarantee
Both manufacturers guarantee quality and value their reputation, so the products of both companies are of high quality and are protected by a guarantee.
But since Blum fittings are the most common, attackers take advantage of this and often counterfeit them, so you should only buy fittings from trusted suppliers. Before purchasing furniture fittings, request certificates and check the supplier on the manufacturer’s official website.
