How the height of kitchen cabinets is determined

The layout of the kitchen is a task of paramount importance for the owner of the living space, because from how the components of the kitchen interior will be successfully selected, the convenience of cooking will directly depend food.

Despite the fact that most people attach particular importance to the beauty of kitchen furniture, one should not forget that if you do not pay due attention to comfort, then in the end you run the risk of getting a beautiful, but completely unsuitable for use room.

Wall cabinet photo

The main part of the kitchen is the kitchen set, which ideally should cover everything the needs of the future hostess - this applies to both the cooking process and the storage of various components.

When choosing a furniture group, special attention should be paid not only to the color scale and quality of the material, but also to the height of the wall and floor cabinets. This parameter is the defining criterion in ensuring the comfort and convenience of the individual operation of the kitchen set.

Height of finished wall cabinets

Ready wardrobes

Wardrobes in the headset

The question is: "What should be the height of the cabinets in the kitchen?" - needs an individual approach, in each individual case. However, if you purchase a ready-made kitchen set, then you will most likely have to choose from those options that are already in stock. In this case, focusing on existing standards is the only possible alternative.

The height of the kitchen cabinet in furniture groups is made according to average standards, which are determined based on the most common growth parameters of housewives.

There are three most common height standards for attachments: 92 cm, 72 cm and 32 cm.

• 92 cm - The most spacious version, which most often has a narrow structure. They often go almost to the very ceiling. Recommended for housewives whose height is 175 mm and above.
• 72 mm - An analogue of average size and shape. This is the most average option by which you can come to a reasonable compromise between design and functionality.
• 32 cm - The most suitable option for housewives, whose height does not exceed 160 cm.

Note! Some readers may be wondering: Why choose the height of the cabinet when it can be adjusted by simply hanging it slightly higher or lower? In fact, the possibility of adjusting the height of the cabinet by changing its location is small - the distance between the tabletop and the lower horizon should be at least 50 - 60 cm. This is necessary for the placement of kitchen appliances and it is not possible to cut this value.

Wardrobes to order

Custom made group

The need to manufacture hinged products "for themselves" is explained by the fact that this part of the headset is intended primarily queue in order to store various accessories and their components that you may need in the cooking process food.

Most housewives adhere to the point of view: "More is better", arguing that less frequently used cutlery and dishes can be placed in hard-to-reach areas. However, in most cases this does not contribute to the organic and ergonomic design of the kitchen interior.

Availability wall cabinets for the kitchen, which go "under the ceiling" is not always appropriate, because if you are not distinguished by high growth, then you will not be able to use most of it without the participation of aids.

When purchasing a kitchen "to order", it is necessary to take into account that the front part plays an important role in their manufacture, the standard height of which, we repeat: 92, 72 and 32 cm. If you expect to meet a certain amount and, if possible, save money, then this feature should be taken into account.

Of course, it is possible to set individual sizes, but in this case the price will differ significantly in accordance with the change in the general layout of the headset.

Floor cabinets

Base cabinet + table top

In addition to hanging cabinets, the kitchen set also includes floor cabinets, the height of which is measured from the floor (see also the article on kitchen base cabinets). As in previous cases, the height of the lower kitchen cabinets is determined based on the height of the hostess. In this case, the correct selection of height plays a very important role - how well it is selected will depend on how much you get tired during the cooking process.

The height of the base cabinets is the total thickness of the table top, the height of the legs and the height of the cabinet itself. The optimal value is determined by a test - anatomically compatible distance from the bent at the elbow at an angle of 90 degrees of the arm, to the surface of the table top or the upper horizon should be no more than 10 - 15 cm. Compliance with this value guarantees you comfortable operation.

A pattern is often observed that no matter what height the tabletop will be and, accordingly floor product - a woman will adapt in any case, and will not experience any particular inconvenience in the process cooking. However, if the height value is too low or, on the contrary, high, then you cannot avoid unpleasant sensations in the back, as well as fatigue of the arms and legs.

Mounting height

Mounting height

Recently, quite often there has been a tendency to assemble a kitchen set with your own hands, given the abundance of various videos and photo instructions, thanks to which, this does not constitute much labor. However, unfortunately, the general instruction does not always take into account such an individual parameter as height. the location of the wall cabinets, although this criterion is a prerequisite for the correct installation.

By and large, the installation height of kitchen cabinets is determined based on your own wishes - as such, there are no restrictions on moving the common line (Read also the article The height of the upper kitchen cabinets: how to hang correctly). However, it must be taken into account that the distance between the lower horizon and the working surface must be at least 50 cm. This space is allocated to accommodate various kitchen appliances and comfortable cooking.

Useful Tips

Product with a front 92 cm

• Exterior decoration plays an important role in determining the location of furniture - if the kitchen is tiled tiles, then the total height of the cabinets must necessarily overlap, otherwise the interior will look luridly.
• When purchasing floor products, it is advisable to give preference to models with adjustable legs. With their help, you can significantly compensate for the possible lack of space if the cabinet is not high enough.
• Hinged products can also come complete with movable mounts that allow you to adjust the vertical position - as in the previous case, it is advisable to purchase just such models.

Outcome

By correctly selecting and placing all the elements of the kitchen “for yourself”, you will make it fully meet your individual needs, thereby ensuring maximum comfort. This approach guarantees ease of use and protects your body from unnecessary physical exertion.