When choosing a kitchen set, some buyers pay the main attention to the design. But the appearance of the fronts of cabinets and drawers, tabletops and sidewalls is not everything. They may please the eye, but have nothing to do with the convenience and practicality of the furniture. Its comfort depends on its convenience; maximum attention must be paid to this parameter.
Modern manufacturers and designers of kitchen sets are seriously involved in filling, many of them have brought this characteristic to the highest possible level at the moment. Currently, various types of fillers are used, both for universal and specific purposes.
Filling for kitchen cabinets
In what style is corner furniture appropriate?
To decorate classic interiors, corner facades in light shades are used: white, golden, beige, coffee.
Surfaces with gold plated elements or patina look beautiful. Doors can be glass or wooden, with voluminous decor in the form of patterns and weaving. Particular attention is paid to metal-coated handles and colored glass inserts. Kitchen cabinets in a classic style look elegant and stylish, emphasizing the status of the interior. Corner cabinets are appropriate in Provence, vintage and country interiors. Provençal models are made of wood. The predominant colors are white, brown, and light blue. The facades are decorated with decor, open shelves and stained glass. For a country kitchen, they buy trapezoidal wooden cabinets with solid doors and themed handles. In a vintage style kitchen, the presence of scuffs and antique patterned handles is welcome.
In modern high-tech and minimalist interiors, cabinets with sliding doors without handles are used. Strict geometric lines predominate, there is no decor. The cabinets are made from durable MDF boards. The facades are matte or glossy depending on the coating option. Popular colors are black, white, and silver.
Interesting! To create avant-garde or retro-style kitchens, radius corner cabinets are used in bright colors: red, yellow, burgundy, blue, emerald. They are decorated with fancy large pens, painted or photographed. Such a corner cabinet will become a bright accent in the interior.
Elements for filling kitchen cabinets for storage
For the internal filling of drawers in the kitchen, various functional elements are used, which help to compactly and neatly store accessories even inside a small space.
Drawer in kitchen unit with dividers
Retractable mechanisms
Pull-out filling systems for kitchen cabinets allow you to quickly remove items inside. In addition to its direct purpose, there is another property - a retractable table or board for cutting food can be built into the large tabletop of the set.
Pull-out filling systems for kitchen cabinets have many advantages:
- Maximum use of the internal space of the headset;
- Suitable for any kitchen interior;
- Different configurations and sizes, the ability to be mounted in any furniture;
- Long service life.
Retractable kitchen filling systems include baskets, various drawers, and bottle holders.
Mesh basket
Mesh baskets for dishes and household items are considered a convenient way to fill kitchen cabinets. They provide convenient access to the filling of the cabinet and can accommodate many items compared to conventional drawers. Types of kitchen filling systems by mechanism of action:
- Multi-tier models are used for standard-sized kitchen cabinets. Special rollers roll out the basket to a certain length or completely;
- Pull-out models are pulled out from a standard kitchen cabinet by hand. The baskets are fixed one or more pieces to the opening doors of the kitchen unit. They are often installed under the sink to make efficient use of space.
Multi-tiered roll-out mesh basket
Chrome mesh baskets are more practical and reliable. Sometimes bronze designs, which are popular in classic interiors, are chosen to match the kitchen design.
Bottlemakers
Bottles in the kitchen are stored in special bottle holders or cargo containers, which are made in the form of narrow chrome-plated wire baskets. To place them, the upper and lower cabinets of the kitchen unit are used. Bottle containers are used to store jars of seasonings, vegetable oil, vinegar, and sauces. Regular shelves do not have enough height, but the cargo will fit everything you need for cooking. Low containers are placed in the upper section, and the lower section is intended for bottles. There are models with three sections for storing many small cans. If cargo is used only for bottles, then it is recommended to take one compartment with a towel holder.
The placement of the bottle storage compartment depends on its purpose. If alcohol will be stored in it, then it can be mounted in the bar counter or the upper cabinet of the kitchen unit, if sauces, seasonings and spices - in the lower cabinet next to the oven or hob.
Column cabinets
Floor-to-ceiling column cabinets hold a variety of kitchen utensils while taking up little space. They are installed only in spacious dining rooms, as they look too bulky in small kitchens. If there is free space, a row of pencil cases is placed to accommodate household appliances and all kitchen utensils.
A column cabinet frees the kitchen from unnecessary things, but everything is within easy reach. Any item can be easily reached, since the entire cabinet rolls out on ball mechanisms, providing convenient access to the contents. You can install up to 6 large baskets in a high pencil case, putting cutlery, heavy frying pans, and stewpans in them. The grids are made of stainless steel, which increases the service life. One basket can support up to 20 kg of weight, and the column cabinet can hold up to 120 kg.
Drawers under the oven
The oven in the kitchen is installed at eye level, and under it there is a retractable filling system for storing frying pans, sauté pans, and baking dishes up to 25 cm high. It must extend completely and not sag under the weight of the dishes. Using drawers under the oven is suitable for a small kitchen, since retractable systems for storing accessories are always more functional than hinged ones.
Cutlery trays
Trays can have a different number of sections: large - for forks and spoons, small - for tea and dessert utensils, medium - for knives, long - for spatulas. Usually they are placed in a drawer under the kitchen countertop, with holes made for natural ventilation. To drain moisture, a special tray is installed under the tray. Wood, steel, and plastic are usually used for manufacturing. Metal and wooden trays last longer, while plastic ones quickly lose their original appearance, but they have a large selection of colors and are easy to clean from dirt.
Trays for pans and pots
Storage systems for pots and pans are often located in the lower pull-out drawers of kitchen units. Items are securely fixed inside using holders and do not move when the cabinet is opened. The inserts can be easily rearranged based on the size of the dishes.
Lifting mechanisms
Hanging cabinets in kitchen units are equipped with lifting mechanisms, which avoids the option of doors opening in two directions. The door opens upward, and special latches hold it in the open position. The principle of operation of the mechanism resembles a kind of elevator.
Dryer
The drying rack is used to store small and deep dishes in the kitchen. It is advisable to choose it with a tray for draining water from wet dishes. Built-in models are installed inside wall cabinets of kitchen units, where dust does not fall on objects; for independent ones, they choose any convenient place in the kitchen, taking into account the free space for the tray. It is a good idea to place the dryer in a corner cabinet above the sink, where the temperature is higher and natural ventilation is more effective. It can also be placed in the lower bedside table using the deep drawer in the kitchen unit. The dryer can withstand up to 20 kg of weight. Usually made of durable wire, the surface of which is protected by a chrome-plated layer to prevent corrosion.
Bin
Garbage bins in the kitchen are equipped with retractable structures, various pedals, and valves that allow you to remove them automatically. Containers are usually mounted in the lower cabinets of kitchen units. If you want to install more than one bucket in the kitchen, choose a rotating design that allows you to sort waste.
Railings
A rail is a pipe or crossbar attached to the base of a wall on which kitchen utensils are hung. The number of hooks and the distance between them can be adjusted independently. The design allows you to free up the internal space of the drawers in the set. Despite the fact that all items are located openly, this does not spoil the look of the kitchen.
Types of roof rails for the kitchen:
- Horizontal models from one or several departments are hung just below the wall cabinets;
- Vertical crossbars are installed from floor to ceiling; there are several shelves on them;
- Hanging rails are screwed to the ceiling above the kitchen countertop.
Made from plastic, aluminum or steel. Steel ones are more durable, they can withstand temperature changes and do not rust.
Manufacturing materials
A wide variety of materials are used to create the body of kitchen furniture. The main selection criteria are strength, reliability and durability. The most popular options are:
- solid wood - a kitchen cabinet made of natural wood will ideally fit into any classic interior. Exclusive furniture made from natural solid wood is distinguished by its environmental friendliness, high-quality fittings, and exquisite design;
- Laminated chipboard is a modern material with an affordable price and an impressive laminated surface. A wide color palette allows you to create unique combined facades that can decorate the kitchen;
- MDF - in terms of quality and performance characteristics, the material is significantly superior to chipboard, and even natural wood. The furniture can be installed in a kitchen with a relative humidity of up to 80 percent. Sturdy MDF facades can be easily hung on any hinges, without fear that the cabinet doors will quickly fail.
Curved facades are especially popular. The canvas can have an aging effect, beautiful milling, and a moisture-resistant film coating. The photo shows unusually attractive radius sets that highlight the stylish and original interior of the kitchen.
Housewives have special requirements for the quality of the working surface. The tabletop is made of natural or artificial stone, durable plastic, tempered glass. A successful design solution could be finishing the kitchen surface with ceramic tiles to match the laid backsplash.
To create modern interiors, painted facades are often used. Thanks to the special effects of the paint, the surface becomes figurative and acquires unique colors: marble, pearl, mother-of-pearl, chameleon or metallic.
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MDF
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Basic tips when choosing
First, let's look at some features of choosing drawers for the kitchen:
- The height of the people who will live in the apartment. This will determine what doors can be made, the height of the shelves and many other features;
- Convenient arrangement of cabinets. So, for example, it is better to make a trash can next to the sink, and above it you can place a drawer for drying dishes;
- Working distance from drawers to table top. Calculate so that the upper-level wall cabinets do not interfere with cooking;
- Price. Decide how much you are willing to spend on boxes - and based on this, select the material and company. By the way, at good prices you can choose high-quality kitchen drawers from German manufacturers;
- Dimensions of kitchen cabinets. You should roughly calculate what size the cabinets will be so that you can store all your utensils in them. Don’t forget to leave enough free space for other needs: eating, tea corner;
- Appliances. You will need to install a dishwasher, oven, refrigerator into the kitchen space - immediately consider which cabinet modules can be placed in them.
Creating open storage systems with your own hands
You can organize space in the kitchen without the help of experienced designers. The easiest way to do this is with shelves, because even the simplest solutions can look aesthetically pleasing.
If you make a metal mount and add hooks, there will be even more storage space. Railings are a classic of the genre for any kitchen.
The corner shelves also look interesting.
As well as homemade door organizers.
It will not be difficult for you to divide the space in the drawer for storing cutlery and utensils.
Or you can do without frage by organizing the internal space in the drawers on your own.
Or organize a place under the sink. Including through containers.
Drawers will also help to store all sorts of things practically.
You can make a spice organizer with your own hands.
Just look at what a wonderful spice rack! An ideal solution from ordinary driftwood for a loft style.
A wall panel with holes also looks good.
There are many innovative and simple ways to organize proper storage in the kitchen. The above solutions will help make the room as convenient and comfortable as possible for everyday use.
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Principles of organizing space
However, such a varied filling of kitchen cabinets will not make sense if you do not plan the location of individual elements. The following tips will help you do this:
- The internal filling of wall kitchen cabinets is designed for lighter utensils than the lower ones. These are more elegant baskets, a drying rack, and shelves with gas lift.
- Retractable nets, baskets, and drawers are convenient at the bottom. It is better to leave hinged doors for the top.
- Two identical bottle holders on both sides of the stove or built-in appliances are not only convenient (all sauces, butter and other liquids are at hand when cooking), but also harmonious due to symmetry.
- The railing above the stove will allow you to organize the storage of spatulas, skimmers, ladle, potholders so that they will always be at hand.
- The place of the dish dryer is above the sink, and the trash container is under it. This will make the dishwashing process as productive as possible.
Whatever the filling for kitchen cabinets, it is important to pay attention to its quality. All metal parts must be made of stainless steel. The kitchen is characterized by high humidity. Combined with elevated temperatures, this is a favorable environment for corrosion to occur. High-quality coating of parts is important.
Plastic (baskets and shelves are made from it) is less durable than metal. But it has a variety of colors. It is better to choose parts from it on which light objects will be stored.
Of particular importance is the quality of filling mechanisms for kitchen cabinets. Closers, stoppers, springs must be made reliably. Therefore, such accessories cannot be cheap. It's not worth saving on it.
Features of filling corner cabinets in the kitchen
A corner cabinet allows you to rationally use the interior space of the set. If necessary items are lost in deep niches, then modern kitchen filling systems make it easier to find:
- Rotating carousels are often installed in corner cabinets, since it is in them that the most usable space is lost. When you open the door, the desired item is at hand, there is no need to look for anything in the depths. The carousel consists of semicircular shelves moving around an axis at 270 degrees, the radius of which depends on the capacity of the kitchen cabinets. It can be installed in both the lower and upper corner cabinets. The rotating carousel is attached in different ways and has different extension angles.
- The round shelves of the carousel can fit entirely into a niche or move forward when the door is opened. They have a plastic base with metal edges, and mesh edges with semicircular ones. A metal carousel holds an impressive weight, while a plastic carousel is not particularly durable;
- The corner section is attached to a cabinet or retractable kitchen cabinet. The mechanism consists of two baskets with hanging elements, which practically repeats the operation of the carousel, but holds more dishes. One mesh is fixed to the door, the second is placed inside. When closed, the corner section is located in the cabinet, and when the door is opened, it rolls forward along the guides, providing access to the contents. This kitchen filling is also called a magic corner; it is made of steel wire, which ensures strength and durability.
In corner kitchen cabinets with one door, a pull-out filling system is installed, which allows quick access to the contents. Instead of a trash can, a bracket with a durable bag is hung from the inside of the door, which is replaced with an empty one as it is filled.
