Features of kitchen cabinets for dishes, selection nuances

Any housewife wants to have an ideal kitchen, to feel comfortable and cozy in it, where every thing is in its place, and the shelves are not filled with dishes and kitchen utensils in a chaotic manner. When choosing a kitchen cabinet for dishes, stick to the golden mean: there should not be too much furniture so as not to clutter the space. At the same time, all cabinets should be as functional as possible, since some of them do an excellent job of storing kitchen utensils, others - with placement of large or small household appliances, and still others contain canned goods and food supplies. In addition, if you are selecting a cupboard for an existing kitchen set, it should fit well with the overall design of the kitchen.

Richness of species

Today, the choice of varieties of floor-standing kitchen cabinets will satisfy even the most capricious taste. It all depends on the size of the kitchen and individual taste.

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Cabinet

A tall and narrow cabinet in the form of a column reaches the very ceiling. Outwardly, it seems as if it is small, but in fact such a cabinet is very spacious. It can accommodate an oven, coffee maker, toaster. Or build in a refrigerator. At the same time, household appliances are cleverly hidden behind the doors. Or so - at the top and bottom there are compartments for dishes, and in the middle, for example, build in a microwave.

The column cabinet will be useful in both large and small kitchens. But in small kitchens, swing doors are superfluous - they take up space. Therefore, they can be replaced with sliding ones or even left the closet without doors. It looks original and appropriate.

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Wardrobe-table

A small cabinet is also a table. The bottom can be used as a regular cabinet with shelves, and a table top can be installed on top. You can actually cook food on such a cabinet. This option is the best for owners of small kitchens. It will also be indispensable if you frequently change your place of residence. In dachas and summer kitchens it is simply necessary.

Often in stores you can find low floor cabinets without a lid on top. This is done specifically to install a stove, sink or countertop.

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Display cabinet

This is a floor cabinet with transparent glass doors. Such a cabinet should be in the most visible place. It begs to be used in a spacious kitchen or guest dining room. It can be either tall or small.

This cabinet is an excellent choice for lovers of exquisite services and souvenirs. Chic sets of dishes will be revealed through the glass door. The cabinet may have a bar compartment designed for beautiful bottles of alcoholic drinks. The doors will provide protection from dust. And if the display case is open, then it can also be called a buffet.

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Wardrobe buffet

A sideboard is a kind of kitchen cabinet for dishes. On top of this cabinet there is a sideboard with transparent door-windows. Usually beautiful dishes live there. Below - a standard cabinet with shelves and closed doors is designed for any kitchen utensils.

It happens that the display case at the top is completely open. Or the lower part also does not have doors. It is suitable for large jugs, dishes, dishes. In addition, the buffet can also have a work surface on which the hostess will prepare food.

In general, a buffet often has a lot of open shelves. They can be decorated by placing a vase of flowers, a dish of fruit, painted plates, carved figurines, framed photos or sophisticated souvenirs. These cute little things will add coziness to the kitchen.

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Corner cabinet

A tall cabinet fits perfectly into a corner, unlike a regular linear cabinet. That is why corner cabinets in L-shaped or U-shaped have been specially developed. For a small kitchen, such a cabinet is just a godsend. It takes up little space, but in terms of capacity it surpasses other cabinets.

The secret is that the internal racks can be rolled out, pulled out and even rotated. Just send the dishes to the farthest corner and then get them out just as easily. With a corner cabinet, the space in the kitchen is perceived more coherently.

Kinds

The range of cupboards available on the market is huge. There are five main types of cabinets where you can conveniently store any kitchen utensils, including dishes:

• hanging - does not clutter up the space, the best option for small kitchens and families where they are used to making do with a minimum amount of dishes;
• corner cabinet - compact and deep, able to fit into any room, significantly saves space;
• buffet - perfect for a kitchen decorated in a retro style, vintage or artificially aged thanks to special technologies, functional, since there is an upper compartment with a glass facade, a lower one with blind doors and an open shelf for decorative items;
• showcase - the cabinet is fully equipped with glass facades and is open for viewing from top to bottom, so there is no place for pots and pans in such a cabinet; the owners use it as an element for decorating the kitchen, displaying collectible vases, sets, and souvenirs on the shelves;
• sideboard - in modern design solutions it looks little like a relic of the Soviet past, such a two-level cabinet with glass sections on top and many drawers below is designed for storing dishes, cutlery and serving items; we can say that sideboards take on a new life.

Buffet Showcase Hanging

Sideboard Corner

Shape and dimensions

The parameters of cupboards must correspond to the size of the kitchen; their shape is varied; choosing a piece of furniture according to your preferences is both easy and difficult. A large kitchen makes it possible to purchase a solid kitchen set, where a significant amount of space is allocated to cupboards, where to put a beautiful display case, and to properly distribute all the utensils available in the house. Owners of a small-sized kitchen, before choosing one or another item, should think about options for compact placement of furniture.

The standard sizes of cupboards depend on their location. So, by attaching a wall cabinet to a free wall, you will significantly save space, while wisely choosing the filling for the cabinet, you will be able to place most of the dishes there. Standard sizes range from 30 to 90 cm in height, the depth reaches 30 cm (half the size of the tabletop). The proposed dimensions are not always suitable for the kitchen space; in this case, you will have to make custom-made furniture according to the required dimensions.

Some practical tips:

• The greater the depth of the wall cabinet, the stronger and more reliable the fastenings must be, otherwise you risk being injured if the cabinet does not stay on the wall. Optimal width and height – 30-35 cm;
• a high module is not practical, since it will be difficult to use dishes that are stored on the upper shelves; getting them out will be problematic. It is more convenient to place dishes equally in the upper and lower small cabinets;
• if you plan to install a drying dish in a wall cabinet, then its depth should correspond to the diameter of the largest plate;
• It is best to use cabinets of different heights in the kitchen: with open shelves for decorative items, with glass for dishes, with blind doors where you can put larger utensils and hide them from prying eyes.

The greater the depth of the wall cabinets, the more the kitchen needs additional lighting, since the modules darken the work surface. It is worth taking care to install spotlights on the bottom of the cabinet.

A corner cabinet is an excellent solution for a small kitchen; it takes up little space (the most unused part of the room is the corner), while significantly saving space. There are open and closed, straight and semicircular shapes. A rotating metal structure will fit perfectly into such cabinets; therefore, access to the items stored there will be easier.

As for buffets, sideboards and display cases - here the flight of your imagination and the creativity of designers is not limited, the only obstacle is the kitchen area; it is difficult to place such furniture in a small room. Although small display cases and sideboards can look quite harmonious even in a modest kitchen.

Practical storage furniture

Inside buffets, sideboards and other types of modern display cases, not only dishes are often stored.

Vintage living room with low cabinet with glass doors

Behind the glass cabinet doors you can also display beautiful figurines, awards, trinkets, bottles of elite alcohol, fragile interior items made of glass, crystal, etc. Cutlery and textiles (towels, napkins) are usually stored in closed compartments.

Such furniture can also become part of the furnishings of a home minibar.

Today, the offer of manufacturers is so huge that you can find on sale from the narrowest, low, miniature display cases for dishes to wide, three- and four-door ones.

White showcase in an eclectic living room design

For a small room or a room with a minimalist design, models in basic colors - white, gray, black, brown, up to 50 cm wide - are suitable.

Showcase in a modern style with a discreet, laconic design Display cabinet for dishes in a classic style

You want to place beautiful souvenirs, cups, and sets in a visible place, but at the same time you need to ensure their safety. If you have pets in your home, you can't think of a better place for storage. Dust accumulates behind glass more slowly, and your favorite things are always pleasing to the eye.

Buffet

This is a traditional model, which has quite large dimensions, so it would be appropriate in a spacious living room. The lower part of the furniture has a hinged closed cabinet, and the upper part has shelves behind closed doors.

An additional open shelf or drawer can also be located between the upper and lower parts.

Buffet in the living room in shabby chic style

Sideboard

This is a smaller version of a sideboard, which often does not have an upper compartment, more like a cabinet up to 90 cm high. It can be equipped with shelves on top.

Corner showcase

There are both wide and narrow, single-door wardrobes for a small living room. Their advantages are practicality: they optimally use corner space without visually cluttering the room.

Narrow corner showcase in the living room Showcase in the style of modern classics

Glass showcase

Fully glazed, of different heights and widths, of various shapes - such models can fit into a room in any style.

This design will never overload the space of a small living room and will be appropriate in any style - hi-tech, Scandinavian, classic, etc.

Glass display cabinet in blue in an eclectic living room

On sale you can even find miniature models like Fabrikor (Ikea), glazed on all sides. Price – 14,999 rubles.

Small showcase Fabrikor (Ikea) made of tempered glass

If children live in the house, then you need to take care of their safety: choose furniture with tempered glass, which is especially durable and cannot cause harm to health if mechanically damaged.

Equipped with lighting, glazed, transparent display cases for dishes look very attractive.

Hanging

Compact hanging display cases save space, which means they are recommended for rooms with a small area.

They are often well mounted above a sofa or above a coffee table. They are not very roomy, but they will not be accessible to small children who may suddenly harm themselves when playing with glass.

Gorki

This is a structure combining several modules of different sizes, arranged from large to small. Hence the name of this design – “slide”. In Soviet times, such walls with a combination of closed, blind and glazed cabinets were very bulky. In their modern form, they have a somewhat lightweight design.

Combined: open and glazed

Non-glazed parts of furniture with open shelves have the main disadvantage that they allow dust to quickly accumulate on displayed items, which not only spoils the overall appearance, but can also harm the health of allergy sufferers.

If you need a lot of storage space, instead of one large cabinet, you can purchase several small but different models - display cabinets for dishes like a buffet, with non-glazed shelves, a glazed pencil case, a sideboard and others.

Built-in

This can be made at the renovation stage, for example, from drywall. The showcase is located in a recess in the wall - a niche.

Illumination will add attractiveness to such a structure.

Built-in structures can frame the entrance. A convenient option if the exit to the living room comes from the kitchen.

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Types of dish storage systems for kitchen cabinets

Many housewives wonder about the optimal arrangement of numerous utensils inside kitchen furniture. You can increase the ease of use and capacity of the cabinet by wisely selecting the internal contents. The furniture market offers a wide selection of storage systems for dishes.

Plate storage systems

Shelves are mainly used to store plates. Shelves can be solid or lattice. In the first option, the plates are stored in stacks, in the second, they are stored in the “edge” position.

Often, wall cabinets for dishes are equipped with dryers. The dryer is a metal lattice structure into which the plates are installed end-to-end. An integral element of the drying cabinet is a tray for collecting drainage water.

In addition to standard shelves, floor cabinets can be equipped with drawers, the internal space of which is divided into separate compartments using special dividers. Dividers protect dishes from hitting each other when drawers are pulled out.

Storage systems for mugs in kitchen cabinets

Cups, glasses and glasses are usually stored in the top row of the kitchen unit. To place cups, shelves are used on which tableware is arranged in a row or in stacks.

A popular way to store mugs is to use railing systems. The railing is a suspended pipe structure equipped with special holders.

Hooks built into the top surface of the cupboard can be used to store cups.

In floor structures, drawers with dividers are used to store mugs.

For pots

Pots are placed in the lower tier of the kitchen unit. Stationary and retractable shelves and deep drawers are used to store kitchen equipment. To equip a corner module, it is better to choose a rotating carousel or a retractable “magic corner” system.

The carousel shelf is a vertical axis on which semicircular rotating shelves are fixed. The stationary frame is mounted inside the corner module.

“Magic Corner” is a storage system consisting of several rectangular shelves connected to each other according to the “train” principle. The first row of shelves is fixed on the inside of the facade; when the doors are opened, the compartments slide out one after another, providing access to the contents.

For frying pans

The following types of storage systems are used to arrange pans inside the kitchen module:

• shelves;
• roof rails;
• drawers with dividers.

To organize the storage of frying pans and saucepans, a retractable system can be used, made in the form of a platform, moved along guides and equipped with hooks for hanging kitchen utensils.

Floor cabinets for dishes are equipped with shelves and drawers for frying pans. Railing systems allow you to organize inventory storage in both floor and wall modules.

For lids

The lids of pots, saucepans and frying pans can be stored together with kitchen devices, or have their own separate location.

To place lids in the lower kitchen module, drawers are used, the internal space of which is divided into compartments using a special grid.

For convenient storage of lids from frying pans and pots on shelves, use special stands. As a rule, stands are a separate plastic box installed inside a floor cabinet. Improved designs are equipped with a retractable system.

To optimize the storage space for lids, you can use the inside of the cabinet front. The market offers a huge range of railing systems for storing lids - mesh baskets, lattices, pipe structures, hooks.

Standard sizes

The standard sizes of kitchen furniture are as follows:

• 60x30x80 cm for large wall cabinets and 60x30x40 cm for small ones;
• The corner module has a trapezoid shape with sides of 60, 31.5 and 38 cm.
• 60x60x80 cm for a two-door base cabinet and 50x60x80 cm for a single-door cabinet;
• the minimum distance from the top cabinet to the countertop is 45 cm;

For convenient storage of kitchen accessories, food, containers and household appliances, 6-10 standard cabinets are enough for a family of three.

Peculiarities

The practical need for cabinets for dishes in the living room is quite great

Crossing the threshold of the main room of the house, guests will immediately turn their attention to a spectacular and practical piece of furniture. The cabinet is capable of not only storing dishes and other things, but also displaying them quite advantageously, emphasizing the refined taste of its owners

This furniture is so versatile that it is possible to choose a model for absolutely any style of living room interior. Its features include the following accommodation options:

• the cabinet can stand on the floor;
• hang on the wall;
• be built in or serve as dividing partitions.

Corner Hanging

Floor-standing

For things that are not desirable to be displayed, there is a cupboard with glass in the living room, equipped with sections with closed doors; they protect items from dirt, dust, and sunlight. The all-glass cabinet showcase is intended to serve more of a decorative function; it houses the most expensive and dear things to the heart:

• expensive, exquisite tableware;
• interesting, unusual souvenirs;
• collections of antique items or rare books;
• gifts that owners value very much;
• bottles of elite alcohol;
• collections of ancient weapons.

In the photos of furniture catalogs you can find a lot of options for china cabinets.

Design and colors of display cabinets in the interior

For each style it is necessary to select furniture in accordance with its characteristics. The modern range of cabinets will allow you to find a product for any interior, highlighting its strengths.

Modern

A metal or glass display cabinet will look good in a generalized modern style. The outline should have many sharp corners (if it is not modern, then it should, on the contrary, have very smooth shapes), and the design should have fewer decorative elements. Bright accents are acceptable: for example, a fresh flower on the top shelf or a mirror inside.

Classic

A display cabinet suitable for a classic style is definitely a chest of drawers with regular transparent glass, made of solid wood. It needs to be decorated in accordance with the characteristics of the surrounding environment: for references to the Baroque, gilded carvings and bent legs are suitable, for Gothic - black color and the absence of conspicuous decor, for English classics - impressive sizes and always books inside.

Country

In country style, only a display cabinet in the form of a chest of drawers looks good, always made of solid wood with the most ordinary glass. No anti-glare effect, stained glass, colored or frosted glass: only standard, transparent.

You should also not get carried away with wood decor: country prefers simplicity and practicality, so carvings, curls and painting are not welcome here.

Ethnic

In the ethical style of the classic - a squat cabinet, seemingly made of natural wood, with glass doors and an almost complete absence of decor. It can be painted with floral patterns, geometric patterns, or you can put a clay vase with flowers on it.

Another option is a small wall cabinet that holds dishes or trinkets.

But in general, display cabinets are not typical for ethnic styles.

Provence

In Provence, a display cabinet with dishes is a mandatory element of the living room design. It should be cute, low, a little bow-legged, with carvings and even forged elements. The main material is solid wood or MDF.

On the top shelf you can place photographs in simple frames and fresh flowers. The color of the cabinet should match the rest of the design - whitewashed ceiling, light wallpaper, wooden floor.

Loft

In a loft, a boring china cabinet is out of place - it should be a metal pencil case, inside of which there must be something interesting that reflects the owner’s hobby. For example, a collection of figurines from countries he visited, or retro car models he made.

There is no need to fill the closet with things - it should look light, airy, and fit into the overall somewhat casual style. To enhance the effect, you can backlight it from an LED strip and turn it on in the evenings, changing the color from time to time.

Retro

Retro usually imitates the twenties, and the display cabinet should fit into this time period in appearance. It should be made of wood (or at least look like it was made of wood), have transparent doors and a simple shape.

It can be high or low. In the first case, all its insides are filled with porcelain and crystal interspersed with trinkets reminiscent of the same time period. In the second, crystal is also placed in it, and at the top there are photos: friends, family, loved ones. It would be good if they were designed in the same retro style.

Metal and glass options cannot be used. But the wood can be aged using home methods, or you can immediately buy an aged one. Ideally, the cabinet should look like it was taken out of the attic, and it was very well preserved.

Minimalism

In minimalism, a display cabinet is not very appropriate: it is needed for demonstration, for emphasis, and in this style it is better to avoid this. But still, the rules of style are not commandments carved in stone, but recommendations, therefore it is quite possible to install a wardrobe in the living room. Any, as long as it doesn’t take up too much space and doesn’t weigh down the interior too much.

It is better to make it out of glass, put something bright inside, but in a single copy - not dishes, like in the kitchen, but an intricate figurine, for example.

A display cabinet is a great accent. The main thing is to fit it into the interior carefully, without disturbing the balance. If the owner himself is not sure that he will be able to do this, you can pay for a guest visit to the designer and for his expert opinion.

Height

When buying a floor cabinet, first of all you need to decide on its dimensions. This is an important point, since choosing the right height will help avoid unnecessary stress on the spine and arm fatigue.

You can decide on the height based on the height of the housewife, who will most often interact with this cabinet. The standard height for a low cabinet is 80-90 cm, this figure is considered ideal for average height. If a woman is taller or shorter, the height of the cabinet can be changed using adjustable legs or made to order.

For other types of storage, the indicators will, of course, be different. For example, it is more convenient and aesthetically pleasing to select a pencil case to match the height of the entire kitchen unit, but if desired and necessary, you can choose one that will reach the ceiling.

As for shop windows, they can generally be gigantic. Thus, the height of some sideboards can be 2 meters or even more, limited only by the height of the ceiling and the preferences of the buyer. However, many of them have a small shelf that serves as a tabletop, which will be the standard 80-90 cm.

The corner option will most likely also have standard dimensions, since it is often used as a cabinet, but if desired, it can be larger.

Manufacturing materials

For the production of wooden furniture, hardwood is used - beech, oak, birch, walnut, ash, etc. The main advantages of the material are durability and environmental friendliness. Disadvantages include high cost and low maintenance.

Furniture items made from chipboard and MDF are not as durable as products made from natural wood. However, buyers are attracted by the affordable price of the material. MDF cabinets are more durable and reliable. Unlike chipboard, MDF board does not delaminate or swell when exposed to moisture.

Plastic products are not very common. The material is quite strong, resistant to negative factors, and durable. But, despite its good performance qualities, plastic is devoid of the nobility and grace inherent in wooden furniture.

How to choose and place a closet in the living room

The choice of a cabinet and its further placement is up to each owner. Maybe you want to emphasize your individual style, close a niche in the wall, change furniture after a new renovation, a lot of dishes have accumulated and the old cabinets are no longer enough.

A good placement would be in the center of the living room or next to the dining table.

One of the important factors is that the new wardrobe matches the design of your living room. Don't overlook the quality of the construction. Consider the strength of the shelves on which you will display the dishes. All fasteners, retractable mechanisms and fittings must be strong and reliable.

Materials for making cabinets

The difference in manufacturing materials directly affects the price of the product. Naturally, natural wood species will be more expensive than their MDF or chipboard substitutes.

The traditional material for the production of china cabinets is solid wood, which looks elegant in combination with carvings and stylish decorative fittings.

MDF and chipboard are considered inexpensive budget options, allowing almost everyone to purchase the furniture they like. If MDF is a higher quality and moisture-resistant material, then chipboard requires special care and careful operation, as it is afraid of moisture.

Plastic and metal are materials that allow you to move away from classic interior design and arrange it in a modern way. A model made of metal or plastic will look very stylish, attracting the attention of others.

Glass - used as an integral part of wooden doors or completely replaces them. Glass doors must be at least 4 mm thick, and their edges must be carefully sanded. Modern models are characterized by the application of patterns or engravings on the surface of the glass. In the kitchen or dining room you can place a cabinet with colored or frosted glass.

If the furniture design includes drawers, they should move smoothly and silently along the guides. Since dishes and other tableware items carry significant weight, shelves and fixtures in the cabinet must be durable

It is better not to focus on options with plastic fittings.

Glass

Tempered glass display cases are quite durable in construction. In this case, the frame can be made of metal or a completely glass structure. In a modern interior, this is simply a wonderful choice.

And you don’t have to limit yourself to simple transparent glass; you can also consider colored models with mirrors. A showcase with a delicate pattern, which is applied from the inside of the structure or from the outside, will look elegant and beautiful.

Selection of material and color of the model

The body of the kitchen cabinet is chipboard because it has the characteristics of strength, durability, and is easy to maintain. For the doors of the product, the material chosen is more beautiful, it can be glass, MDF, light metal. Models of combined assembly of materials for a product look harmonious. MDF materials with glass and metal molds are widely used. What is typical for their use in interiors of different styles, from the usual classic and Provence to the highly technological high-tech style.

Currently, there is a wide range of styles and colors available, but it is better to choose your own specific shade for the model that will match your taste.

An attractive option would be the difference in the color palette of the top and bottom rows. Then, dark shades are chosen for floor structures, and bright shades for hanging structures, which creates freedom of space, saturated with the color of air and light.

For small kitchen spaces, the set is chosen in light colors, since the difference in the tone of painting the walls in a dark color and the presence of a light product will create a visually expanded space. Selecting the right approach to choosing a style for placing interior products under modules can simulate the artificial space of a room. Add it or reduce it.

It's always good to experiment to create your own design solution.

In order for your kitchen to suit your pleasure and evoke comfort and feelings of satisfaction, you should seriously think about the interior, draw up the necessary dimensions, select only the modules you need for storing various items that will be useful to you, and take into account any free space in the kitchen, and don’t regret spending money on accessories.

Your kitchen will delight and delight your guests, and will give you many pleasant impressions.

Choosing a cupboard

In modern living room design, a display cabinet for dishes is increasingly being used, which allows you to place a sufficient number of cutlery, accessories and utensils necessary for entertaining guests.

Glass doors and walls allow you to transform the room due to the reflection effect, and create a refined atmosphere of an unusual performance by choosing tableware and design in a certain style, combined with the interior design:

• the minimalist style does not imply the use of bulky furniture in the interior, so designs with transparent glass shelves and beautiful dishes will be an ideal complement to this original style;
• the industrial loft style can be emphasized with a wooden base with a metal frame; open shelves made of chromed metal will be perfectly combined with plain, frosted glass panels;
• in a classic interior, it is better to use a massive chest of drawers made in a modern antique style, where noble solid wood and transparent glass will sparkle with new colors, adding gloss to the design;
• a beautifully designed wall cabinet in a high-tech style will decorate an interior design with straight and uncomplicated geometric shapes; with the right combination of color and shade solutions, you can decorate small rooms;
• corner cabinets made of wood with an emphasized texture of the material will fit perfectly into the Scandinavian style of arrangement, which can be complemented with decorative elements and ethnic decorations on the surface of the furniture.

The wealth of choice of models, their design features and designer decor allows you to choose beautiful and stylish furniture for the living room or kitchen, or a separate dining area in an apartment or private house.

After considering all the proposals, you can quickly and easily decide which cupboard to choose, based on the basic concept of the design project, the size of the room and the functional purpose of the furniture.

Types of cabinets for storing tableware

Initially, such structures were used as decoration for rich houses; family crystal or expensive dinner sets and family valuables were displayed in them.

Over time, a kitchen cabinet for dishes has ceased to be a simple decoration, becoming practical and functional, capable of not only fitting into the interior of any room, but also accommodating various accessories, the main types include:

Buffet or sideboard. Retro-style models are multi-level designs and can be equipped with solid or glass, hinged doors with sufficient internal shelf space to accommodate dishes and other accessories.

Display cabinet. Such a modern cupboard for the living room or kitchen is characterized by glazing of almost the entire structure for the presentation of objects and accessories placed inside; pull-out cabinets are equipped in the lower part.

Hanging cabinet. Neat and compact cabinets used in conditions of necessary saving of free space in small living rooms or studios, dining areas, glass doors of such designs are made of impact-resistant and tempered material, with additional decor.

Corner cupboard. By replacing a traditional sideboard with a corner cupboard, you can not only free up additional space in the living room, but also emphasize the design of the room, add a special charm to it and highlight individual architectural features of the layout.

When arranging an apartment, you need to take a responsible approach to choosing furniture; modern style allows you to complement the interior design with structures with an original design and stylish appearance.

Manufacturing materials

Modern manufacturers of living room cupboards use various materials to make them. The price range is also varied, each buyer will be able to choose furniture according to their preferences and financial capabilities:

• solid natural wood (oak, walnut, pine, hardwood) is an invariably popular material, the most expensive and durable, has a durable shape, the finished product will last for many years;
• MDF is practically indistinguishable from its wooden counterpart, the furniture looks chic and costs much less;
• Chipboard is a relatively inexpensive, but far from the best material; it can delaminate when exposed to moisture; also, the cupboard is made of varnished chipboard to protect it from an aggressive environment and give the product a shiny appearance;
• veneer – thin sheets of solid wood are glued onto a chipboard board;
• plastic – practical, easy to care for, resistant to moisture, mechanical stress, used less often in the production of china cabinets, usually as an attribute of modern design;
• glass (including tinted, colored, mirrors) – used for the manufacture of cabinet facades or their elements.

A sandblasted design applied to the inside or outside of glass facades will add a special style to your china cabinet; inlay made of stones, rhinestones, and metal also looks beautiful. Many models have mirrors, and spot or strip lighting creates an illusory, fantastic picture, scattering glare of light throughout the living room, which gives the dishes additional shine.

Wood

MDF

Chipboard

Glass

Styling of cupboards

Furniture for storing plates, cups and other cutlery can be made in different stylistic directions, from classic to ultra-modern design.

One of the popular styles is furniture in the Baroque style, the characteristic features of which are natural wood, the presence of carved elements and graceful figured legs. Baroque design is ideal for sideboards and buffets.

The Art Deco style combines elegance of form and some theatrical luxury. Expensive natural materials are used to produce art deco furniture. Wooden cabinets are coated with a layer of paint, preferring white or deep shades of lilac, violet or black. For decorative finishing of facades, silver, gold or mother-of-pearl are used. The presence of overhead forged elements is allowed.

Furniture in the loft style is characterized by the presence of bright colors. Another special feature of this style direction is the seemingly incompatible combination of materials, for example, natural wood with plastic or stainless steel. As a rule, loft-style modules are equipped with open facades. The style direction is suitable for wall-mounted modules.

High-tech storage systems are distinguished by simple geometric shapes and the absence of decorative elements. The style direction involves the use of materials such as steel and glass. It is inherent in the high-tech style to emphasize the beauty of the fittings - fasteners, holders. The modest design is compensated by high-tech equipment - lighting, a “push and open” opening system, etc. The high-tech style is in great harmony with the design of the display cabinets.

The universal ultra-modern style is eclecticism, which allows you to combine elements from different styles and eras. Furniture in an eclectic style is characterized by a bold combination of textures and colors. An example of eclecticism is a classic wooden buffet or sideboard, decorated with bright ornaments.

Choice of colors

The choice of color for the display cabinet is influenced by the color scheme of the interior of the entire living room. The color range of these products is very diverse.

Bright showcase with chrome elements in a neoclassical living room

When choosing the color of the cabinet, you need to take into account the color of the rest of the furniture in the interior, as well as the color scheme of the entire room.

A laconic Scandinavian-style interior involves the use of simple furniture

If the room is light, you can use dark-colored cabinets to contrast and highlight the shapes of the furniture. Many people prefer wenge color. It is especially suitable for models made in the classic style. In a bright room, matching furniture will look good. White and ivory display cabinets are great for small and dimly lit living rooms. Light-colored furniture does not hide the space and does not absorb light.

Model with dark finish and built-in lighting in a simple English interior

If your room is decorated in dark colors, then you can also play with contrast and use light-colored furniture. Then the living room will not seem gloomy. Many designers recommend placing furniture several shades darker in a dark room. In such an interior, shelving made of metal in grey, black, blue will look stylish.

Light display cabinets on curly legs in a classic-style living room

To create eccentricity in the interior, you can use showcases in bright colors. Moreover, they can be either a whole set or a separate cabinet. Yellow, raspberry, blue, and light green display cases look interesting.

Yellow display cabinet for the original interior of the living room

A display cabinet will help diversify the interior of the living room. The main thing is to choose this furniture well and skillfully fit it into the composition of the room.

Rules of care

Since the kitchen area is constantly exposed to moisture and fumes during cooking, it is worth selecting furniture of high-quality materials, it is equally important to treat it with care, following the rules of care, do not cut food on the surface, but use a special cutting board, do not slam the folding panels, do not pull them out sharply drawers, regularly treat them with detergents, among other things:

• furniture should be protected from direct sunlight;
• When cleaning cabinets, do not use aggressive detergents;
• It is better to wipe plastic panels with a damp cloth, wooden panels with a dry cloth;
• for deeper cleaning of wooden surfaces, use a cloth soaked in water with a diluted degreaser; after cleaning, be sure to wipe dry;
• Wash stainless steel parts with soapy water, then wipe with a dry cloth;
• Clean glass facades with a special cleaner;
• the weight in wall cabinets should be distributed evenly; also, you should not overload shelves and roll-out drawers (there is a risk of rapid wear of the drawers);
• Avoid shock, mechanical damage, exposure to water and steam;
• It is better not to place cupboards above the hob;
• to maintain the aesthetic appearance of wooden (chipboard, MDF) surfaces, it is worth using a polish, preferably with the addition of wax;
• Make sure that moisture and condensation do not accumulate on surfaces.

To ensure that your utensil cabinets fit perfectly into your kitchen interior, use some recommendations:

• select modules in accordance with the design of the room (according to color scheme, style), furniture made in a modern style is very laconic in form, classic, retro, Provence suggest the purchase of more elaborate and large furniture items;
• a small or dimly lit room requires light shades;
• all furniture in the kitchen is subject to temperature changes and excessive moisture, so the materials used for its manufacture must be of high quality, heat and moisture resistant;
• fittings and fastenings must be reliable and designed for a long service life;
• if you equip roll-out drawers with closers and shock absorbers, they will slide out silently;
• glass for display cases and cabinets - at least 4 mm thick, durable and tempered, internal lighting will effectively highlight the beauty of the dishes placed there;
• the dimensions of kitchen cabinets for dishes must correspond to the size of the room; before buying (making to order) a module, decide what dishes you will store there and in what quantity;
• be sure to use additional lighting - it’s convenient, beautiful, aesthetically pleasing;
• shelves and drawers should be stable; if your kitchen has uneven floors, you should consider buying furniture with adjustable legs;
• The glass fronts of the cabinets look stylish with a sandblasted pattern.

Each type of kitchen cabinet for dishes is convenient and functional; it is worth selecting it according to the technical characteristics, size, style of each individual room and its design as a whole. All pieces of furniture should be harmoniously combined with each other, have practical value and create a comfortable atmosphere in the kitchen.

Types of kitchen cabinets

As a rule, sets consisting of cabinets are installed in the kitchen, which are mounted on the wall or placed on the floor. They are used to store kitchen utensils, food and household appliances. Sometimes used as a work surface during cooking. Various pieces of kitchen furniture have their own standard sizes. Knowing them, you can organize competent detailing of the future kitchen.

Advice. If you use cabinets of different heights in the interior, the kitchen will look more attractive and interesting.

Kitchen sets are modular and built-in. The first ones consist of separate sections with the same finish. In this case, household appliances are installed separately. In modular sets, the configuration and arrangement of furniture can be changed at will.

Depending on the location, modular cabinets are divided into:

• wall;
• floor;
• corner (U- and L-shaped);
• end (beveled or rounded, installed at the end of the row);
• free-standing (used to form an island);
• pencil cases.

The design of the built-in set allows you to place household appliances in it: an oven, a microwave oven, a washing machine, a dishwasher, a refrigerator, a hob and an extractor hood. The facades of the units are left as is or replaced with furniture doors to create a unified style.

The dimensions of the cabinets depend on the built-in equipment; they are often made to order. Therefore, such headsets are more expensive. The configuration and arrangement of modules does not change. This is important to consider during planning.

Kitchen cabinets vary in design and shape. By purpose they are divided into:

• standard with shelves - for storing dishes, food, etc.;
• storage systems for household appliances - for installing a microwave oven, TV, etc.;
• drying cabinets - for drying dishes.

The modules differ in content and opening system. They are equipped with hinged doors, lifting and sliding. The first ones are attached to the cabinet using furniture hinges, the second ones are attached to fixing elements with closers. For the retractable mechanism, roller or ball guides are used.

To make the kitchen comfortable and functional, different types of cabinets are used:

• floor;
• mounted;
• corner;
• pencil cases.

They differ from each other in design and functionality.

Floor-standing

A floor module is a cabinet with one or two doors. Often it is installed under the countertop . This is roomy and more massive furniture than wall cabinets. Floor cabinets are used to store household appliances, food, and kitchen utensils. Sometimes used as a work surface for cooking.

The cabinets serve as the basis for the sink and hob. They cover utility lines (sewage, pipeline, water purification filter). For comfortable use, rotating and withdrawable elements, trays and organizers are installed in the modules. They are installed on a base or legs. The latter are divided into stationary and adjustable, allowing you to set a convenient cabinet height. The bottom of the cabinet is covered with a decorative strip to prevent dirt and debris from accumulating under it.

Free-standing floor cabinets are used to form an island that serves as a work surface or bar counter. A sink or hob is installed in them.

Reference. The minimum size of the island is 60*80 cm, the maximum depends on the size of the room.

Most often, floor-standing modules are equipped with drawers that divide them into sections. They move along roller or telescopic guides. The drawers are designed to fit standard kitchen cabinet sizes.

They are manufactured in several versions:

• 2-4 compartments of the same height;
• 2-3 compartments of different heights, with the smaller one placed on top;
• combination of roll-out elements with hinged doors.

Depending on the configuration, the compartments are straight (for rectilinear models) and angular (for L-shaped structures).

By height, boxes are divided into:

• small: height 15-20 cm, they store spoons, forks, knives, napkins, etc.;
• medium: height 20-30 cm, cups, glasses, containers, etc. are placed in them;
• deep: height 40-55 cm, pots, household appliances, trash cans, etc. are placed in them.

Typically, drawers are made horizontal, but there are also vertical ones, their width is 20-50 cm.

Mounted

Wall cabinets are attached to the walls. They store dishes and food. The hanging module can serve as a frame for a hood or column. It is used to camouflage pipes. These cabinets are more compact and lighter than floor-standing ones.

They are:

• closed - with a facade and shelves;
• open - without a door, they place decor or a TV;
• combined - there are shelves with and without doors (they are equipped with drawers, baskets and dish dryers).

Furniture doors can be hinged with one or two leaves, folding (open down), lifting (open upward), or folding.

Corner

Corner cabinets are typical for L-shaped kitchen units that occupy two adjacent walls. They can be pentagonal or radial. With their help, space is used rationally, this is important for small rooms. They are roomy and compact. There are wall-mounted and floor-mounted cabinets. Typically, the lower module is used to install a sink. Roll-out and rotating storage systems are built into them.

Pencil cases

A pencil case is a ceiling-mounted cabinet that combines the functions of the upper and lower row modules. Depending on the number of compartments, it has one or more doors. There are many shelves in the column case; food and household appliances are placed on them. Sometimes the frame is used to build in a refrigerator.

Combined models are practical - on the lower and upper shelves of which food and kitchen utensils are stored, built-in appliances are mounted in the middle part.

Opening systems for wall cabinets

An important element of the top row kitchen modules is the door opening and closing system. In the designs of wall cabinets, the following facade opening mechanisms are used:

• swing,
• sliding,
• lifting

Swing opening systems impress with their simplicity of design, long service life, repairability and low price. The front is attached to the cabinet body using hinges. Modern swing systems can be equipped with closers that ensure smooth door movement. The use of improved fittings increases the cost of the structure as a whole.

Sliding systems, unlike swing mechanisms, do not require free space to open the doors. The door leaf will move to the side along the guides. Sliding facades are the best solution for small kitchens.

The operating principle of lifting systems is based on the use of hydraulic mechanisms. Gas or spring shock absorbers ensure a smooth rise of the facade upwards, the door is held in the open position for the required amount of time. Depending on the fittings used, kitchen cabinet doors can be raised completely or to a specified level.

Types of plaster

Decorative plaster is divided into several types based on its base:

1. The most famous “Venetian” imitates valuable types of stone. It has a rather complex process of application to the wall.
2. Mineral plaster - consists of crumbs. Quite cheap and durable.
3. Structural - from quartz granules. Available in fine and coarse grain. It has a heterogeneous appearance on the wall - that’s why it is called “bark beetle.”
4. Textured plaster is the least known. Outwardly, it is very similar to dough - it is very plastic, which allows you to create interesting effects. It can be tinted in different colors in the mass or painted after drying.

Specifications:

• drying time – 7 days;
• layer thickness – 5-50 mm;
• mixture consumption – 0.8 kg/m2.

Filling

The next most important point when buying cupboards is their proper filling.

The question of what devices to pay attention to when choosing, so that all items stored and used in the kitchen find their place and are not scattered chaotically on surfaces and shelves, is relevant for every housewife. To conveniently place dishes, essentials, jars of bulk products, vases with sweets and decorative items behind the doors and facades of furniture sets, furniture manufacturers offer a lot of ergonomic options:

• an open shelf is convenient because you don’t need to hold the doors when opening and everything you need is at hand, suitable for storing jars of seasonings, regularly used dishes, cutlery (ladles, skimmers), and decorative items; the disadvantage is that such shelves are not spacious enough, they require perfect order and careful care due to the constantly accumulating dust;
• a dish dryer is a must-have for the kitchen; it is usually placed in a closed cabinet compartment, thanks to which kitchen utensils dry quickly;
• Roll-out metal structures have been created specifically for storing small dishes;
• retractable grids and baskets - significantly save space in the room, facilitating access to food, dishes and other accessories, helping to manage space in the kitchen wisely;
• bottle holder - a narrow, long pull-out module at the height of floor cabinets with metal devices for storing bottles;
• carousel shelf - effectively uses the space of corner sets, allows you to place even large objects, pots, pans;
• the system of drawers is a very convenient element of modern kitchen furniture, especially in the internal space of the corner cabinet, when when you open the door, several shelves smoothly “move out” in steps; such a “magic corner” is simply an invaluable device for its practicality;
• railing systems - can be located inside cabinets or outside along the kitchen wall under wall-mounted modules; all kinds of shelves with hooks, cups, ladles, potholders, skimmers, containers with spices are conveniently attached to them;
• design for storing plastic lids - mounted on the cabinet door, thanks to which lids from food containers can be compactly stored separately from containers;
• A vintage wooden box will help diversify the interior, where you can easily place cutting boards.

Drawers can be divided into many sections, where it is convenient to place kitchen utensils. Under the countertop is the right place for a retractable cutting board; below it is worth placing removable trays and containers.

A suitable choice is a dryer

A good solution would be to purchase a dryer that can be attached above the sink. This will be a great idea as the water will flow from the dishes directly into the sink.

A great option, but there is one drawback. You need to be very careful with such a dryer, because if there are children in your house, they may put something wrong, or even worse, drop it, and that’s all, the dishes are broken.

For this reason, designers came up with an even better and more practical option - a built-in dryer in the closet.

This style of dryer is most suitable for a loft-style kitchen. Now let's look at the cabinet for the built-in dryer. For this, of course, the best option would be a mounted one.

It is worth placing it closer to the sink, so that after washing the dishes it is convenient to put it down. It would be better if the door of such a cabinet had a ventilation system.

Comfort in the kitchen

A floor cabinet standing separately from the furniture in the kitchen is a special convenience and style. It combines internal spaciousness and external aesthetics.

Before moving in and settling into a new kitchen, its design is carefully thought out. After all, you have to spend a lot of time in this room. It is necessary to take into account both beauty and practicality. A freestanding kitchen cabinet is versatile. It can be used for both light dishes, kitchen towels, and large pots, pans and other heavy utensils.

Another advantage is independence from other furniture. It can be easily moved, unlike built-in headsets. If the cabinet is made in a classic style, it will suit any type of interior. This means that when making renovations, you don’t have to worry that the cabinet won’t fit into the new look of the kitchen.

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Working triangle rule

The three most commonly used elements in the kitchen are the refrigerator, sink and stove. If they are too far apart, the cooking process becomes tedious. It is most convenient to arrange them in the form of a triangle. To do this, use the following methods:

1. Do not install the refrigerator, stove and sink along the same line. If the set has a linear arrangement, the refrigerator is taken outside of it.
2. In an L-shaped set, one vertex of the triangle is placed on one side, and two on the other, longer side.
3. In a U-shaped kitchen, zones are installed on three different sides.
4. The optimal distance between the vertices of the triangle is from 1.2 to 2.7 m, and the area of ​​the entire figure should not exceed 5–7 square meters. m.

Particular attention should be paid to unhindered movement between zones. There should be no chairs, stools, or trash cans in the path of movement. This will save energy and help avoid injury.