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1 Pros and cons of Swedish furniture
- 1.1 Benefits
- 1.2 disadvantages
- 2 Top trends from Ikea - 4 examples
- 3 Ordering kitchens in Ikea in 5 steps
- 4 Finally
- 5 Gallery
If you are faced with the choice of a kitchen unit, then one of the options that are quite worthy of your attention is the Ikea kitchen furniture. Furniture from this manufacturer is popular almost anywhere in the world - and therefore it is worth paying close attention to it. In this article we will tell you about the features of ordering Ikea kitchens, and also consider their main pros and cons.
Ikea kitchen furniture can be found all over the world
Pros and cons of Swedish furniture
The choice of furniture for the kitchen must be approached especially carefully. To help you decide, in this section we will look at the main pros and cons of products from the Swedish brand.
Swedish furniture, like any other, has its own pros and cons
Benefits
As we noted at the very beginning of the article, Ikea kitchen furniture is popular all over the world. And this popularity is not just a consequence of the well-thought-out marketing of the company - after all, furniture from this manufacturer really has a number of advantages.
Kitchen furniture in Ikea is practical and functional - and this is its main advantage
- Corporate design. Kitchen furniture in Ikea has the simplest and most functional forms - and this attracts many buyers. Among the models of headsets, you are unlikely to find pretentious forms and excesses - but there are quite enough simple and comfortable cabinets, tables and pedestals here. Therefore, if you share the Scandinavian approach “simple is beautiful” - you will like Ikea furniture.
Products from the Swedish brand have always differed in style
- Uniform quality standard. Ikea kitchen sets (as, indeed, all other furniture) are produced in series according to the same patterns - and therefore problems with assembly and quality almost never arise. If you need to replace one module, you do not need to completely change the headset.
All parts of the headset or other furniture are made according to a single standard
- Ease of assembly. Of course, you can order the assembly of the kitchen by specialists, but the available instructions for each part make it easy to do the installation yourself. So for those who like to make changes to the interior on their own and are not afraid to work with their hands - this is also a plus.
Even if this is your first time assembling a headset, it should be easy with Ikea.
But what swings such a parameter as price, there are several aspects here. On the one hand, almost all furniture from Ikea is positioned as budgetary, however, some kitchen models do not fall under this definition at all, since they are quite expensive. On the other hand, if you choose an inexpensive option from high-quality kitchen furniture, then you can always find a suitable set from a Swedish company.
You can always find furniture for any budget
disadvantages
It may seem strange, but the disadvantages of kitchen furniture from Ikea are directly related to its advantages. Let's consider them in more detail.
Swedish products have their drawbacks
- Lack of individuality. The thing is that collections of kitchen furniture are produced in really huge quantities. And if you have an Ikea store in your city, it is highly likely that someone you know will come across a copy of your kitchen set.
The widespread popularity of Ikea furniture has led to the fact that it has lost its individuality.
- Limited decor. Ikea furniture design is not suitable for every kitchen Of course, if you are planning a kitchen in a modern style, then laconic forms will come in handy, but for classic kitchen interiors Ikea looks a little rustic.
Whether it's a set or kitchen tables, the Swedish brand has limited designs
- Short service life. Depending on the type of kitchen and the operational load, after five to six years, the kitchen loses its original beauty and requires replacement or restoration. But in fairness, this only applies to the most budgetary headsets. More expensive options will last much longer.
Budget headset options are not very durable
Of course, this is not to say that kitchen furniture at Ikea is an option perfect for any kitchen. It has both advantages and disadvantages, but if you want to buy inexpensive and not too complicated kitchen furniture, then choosing a Swedish brand is really a good idea.
If you like simple and laconic furniture, then the options from Ikea will suit your taste
Top trends from Ikea - 4 examples
Swedish designers work tirelessly to develop many new stylish solutions. Among the main modern trends from the brand, the following products can be distinguished.
The most popular products from the Swedish company (in addition to headsets) include functional countertops, storage systems, open shelves and custom cabinets
- Functional work surfaces. Choosing such accessories, you can be sure that every centimeter of space in the kitchen will be used with benefit. The table top can act both as a top for a headset and as a substitute for a dining table.
Any kitchen utensils can be easily placed on such a work surface.
- Storage systems. Practical Scandinavians always focus on ergonomics. Therefore, at Ikea you can find a lot of pull-out sections, accessories and rotary structures that will allow you to organize a convenient storage space in cabinets.
Clever storage systems keep any accessory close at hand
- Cabinets for custom kitchens. Conventional headset models are difficult to fit in kitchens with ledges and niches, ventilation ducts or improperly located communications. The Swedish brand offers combination cabinets with different depths.
For non-standard layouts, it is better to choose non-standard cabinets
- Open shelves. They allow you to make the kitchen space lighter and more airy. At the same time, there is no need to completely replace the cabinets with open shelves, they can be successfully combined. On open shelves, cans for bulk products, spices or seasonings are conveniently located.
Open shelves, despite their spaciousness, look easy
Ordering kitchens in Ikea in 5 steps
If you decide to order kitchen furniture in Ikea, then first we recommend that you visit the company's website. The ordering procedure is detailed on its pages, which allows you to save time and get a new kitchen in the shortest possible time. In general, the ordering procedure consists of 5 steps.
Headset can go from planning to complete assembly in 5 steps
- Step 1. Room measurements. The first step is to carefully measure the dimensions of your kitchen. The step-by-step instructions posted on the website allow you to do it yourself without calling the measurement wizard.
To avoid unpleasant situations, kitchen measurements must be carried out especially carefully.
- Step 2. Acquaintance with the assortment. After that, you need to familiarize yourself with the catalog of Ikea kitchens and choose the model you like (and suitable for the price).
In the store's catalog you can find everything you need
- Step 3. Layout. Having received the dimensions and writing them down in a special form, we proceed to planning the kitchen. Many Ikea malls have dedicated planning areas where you can use your computer to model your kitchen.
Thanks to a special planner program, you can draw up a rough sketch of the future kitchen
- Step 4. Choice of accessories. After the kitchen has been planned, you will most likely be offered to complement it with accessories from Ikea, as well as household appliances. In principle, this approach is quite rational, since kitchen accessories are developed by those the same designers as the kitchen furniture itself - therefore they will definitely harmoniously fit into interior.
The kitchen will be incomplete without additional accessories
- Step 5. Build and install. Having formed and paid for the order, you receive a set of elements for creating a kitchen. At this stage, you can use the service of assembling and installing furniture, or you can do it all yourself - good, Ikea furniture is designed for this.
The assembly of the headset can be ordered from a specialist or carried out by yourself
Finally
This article examined the main advantages and disadvantages of kitchens from Ikea and talked about the main features of ordering them. To make the selection process easier for you, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the assortment of Swedish products in the photo and video materials in the article.
