How to choose a kitchen set and what to look for?

Owners of apartments and country houses are forced to solve the problem of arranging the kitchen, taking into account all the features of the room and other nuances, without which it is impossible to find a really comfortable solution. The article will discuss how to choose a kitchen set, and what to look for if there is a small space or a room of 20 m2 of free space.

Before a decision is made, it is worth exploring the advice of designers and options for styles that will be appropriate in the interior. It will be useful to understand which typeface is better to buy from. In addition, any deviations from the standard sizes will definitely require the manufacture of furniture for individual sizes. Let's consider what other important points will have to be taken into account on the way to finding the perfect kitchen set.

The basic requirements are quite simple: it should be conveniently planned and fit the size of the room. Preliminary accurate measurements are extremely important, especially if you plan to purchase the finished product. If the room needs repair, it is done before acquiring or ordering furniture. It is very important to consider the location of the outlets and their number, the installation location of household appliances.

The larger the kitchen area and the height of the ceilings, the wider the possibilities for implementing various solutions. Standard headsets are designed for rooms 2.5-2.7 m in height.They are offered cabinets of the lower tier with a working surface at the level of 85 cm from the floor. Non-standard solutions are made in the range from 75 to 90 cm. The standard depth of the cabinets is 50-90 cm, depending on the tier and configuration.

The thoughtful arrangement of the kitchen set determines its functionality and dimensions. Among the existing solutions, several planning options can be distinguished.

• Linear. The classic solution for the kitchen of any size and configuration. All cabinets and countertops are simply placed along one of the walls.

• L-shaped or angled. Suitable even for a small kitchen. In the corner, a sink is most often located, with an accurate calculation, such a headset is quite convenient to use.

• U-shaped. The most functional option in terms of storage organization. The set occupies three walls, while only the bottom row of cabinets is mounted near the window.

• Parallel. In this case, the two parts of the headset are placed along opposite walls. In this design option, the dining space often has to be placed in the form of a bar that protrudes from the window, or the dining room should be moved to a separate room.

• Peninsular. It is used in the combined interiors of the kitchen-living room or kitchen-dining room. Such a layout of the headset involves the use of an L-shaped base and a bar counter extending from it.

• Island. This layout is only suitable for spacious rooms with an area of ​​20 m2 or more. The island is a freestanding headset element with its own countertop and filling. Cabinets and shelves at its base are located on four sides; a sink, hob, and worktop are usually placed on top.

When choosing a material for a headset, one has to take into account not only the frame of the cabinets, but also their facades, countertops. And the choice of materials in this case can be completely different.

The worktop in a modern kitchen is most often artificial based on stone chips or wooden. These materials are strong, durable, good looking and quite resistant to external influences. For a kitchen where you cook a lot and with pleasure, you can partially replace the usual countertop with a stainless steel version acting as a cutting table. In designer expensive interiors, glass or natural stone options can be used. The most impractical option is a chipboard countertop, which after several years of operation can soak or rot.

Facades require special attention. Most often used in their decoration MDF - strong plate, allowing you to create glossy and matte designs with a painted, coated film, veneered or lined with plastic surface. Another modern but a more massive solution is chipboard facades with lamination or polymer cladding. Can be used in decoration glass, aluminum profile, various decorative elements.

The headset frame is most often made from traditional materials.

• Particleboard with plastic coating or lamination. Inexpensive and practical material for the economy class kitchen.

• MDF. Lightweight, durable option, has a longer service life than chipboard. Fits well into the aesthetics of minimalism or hi-tech.

• Solid wood. The most expensive but durable option. Of it, comfort-class kitchens and luxury headsets are mainly created.

• Multiplex. Modern material created by gluing thin sheets of wood.It does not deform, in density it is second only to the array.

The right headset should be reliable and easy to use. A high-quality set of kitchen furniture will not last long if everything inside it is not organized correctly, there are errors in the selection of textures and materials. Few people believe it, but the most impractical facades are matte. In them, dirt eats up almost tightly, and on a bright gloss even prints are practically invisible.

A good set should have a thick, massive countertop - at least 6 cm. The maximum design load on it is 23 kg, if it is planned to place the equipment, it is worth choosing cabinets with separate working surfaces. It is better to choose the top row of cabinets with horizontal opening - this will fit both the dishwasher dryer and the shelves inside.

Among the styles proposed by designers to create a kitchen set, it is quite easy to find a suitable option for any interior. We list the most popular solutions.

• High tech. Great for implementing linear or peninsular kitchen layouts. Straight straight lines, simplicity and careful space planning, the use of high-tech devices and materials. In this style, chrome and gloss, unusual lighting and the complete absence of handles on the facades of the cabinets will be absolutely appropriate.

• Loft. This is a style that combines simplicity and environmental friendliness. Contrasting textures are appropriate here - wood, metal, glass, natural stone, concrete, brick, glossy facades. Aesthetics of a loft is quite difficult to fit into a standard space, it is more appropriate in houses and apartments with an individual layout.

• Retro or country. They are close because they use similar architectural and design techniques. To create the right mood, it is enough to replace the rectangular openings with arches, choose a headset with original metal fittings, cabinets with elegant decor and stylized equipment. Furniture should be made of noble solid wood.

• Classic. A good solution for a fairly spacious (from 10 m2) kitchen. In such an interior, the headset should be white or light, with a wooden or stone countertop. Carving on the facades is permissible as decoration. The classic interior allows the use of a chipboard headset as a material for the cases.

• Minimalism. The optimal solution for a kitchen with a small free area. All unnecessary equipment will be hidden behind the facades, light shades and gloss will help visually increase the area of ​​the room. The design of the headset should not be decorative. Only strict lines and complete order in the setting of the kitchen.

When choosing colors for the kitchen, it is better to take into account the advice of designers who have designed more than one thousand interiors. It is especially important to correctly identify harmonious combinations of shades if it is planned in space not only to cook, but also to take food. The main rule: the use of no more than two colors for one headset. Important to do the upper row of cabinets is lighter, the apron, if you choose a different color for the mounted and floor modules, can serve as a kind of "bridge" that balances all the elements with each other.

One of the most popular combinations in the design of a kitchen unit is wood-textured facades combined with shiny chrome fittings. Natural materials add warmth, coziness to the kitchen environment, suitable for any interior style.

Laconic monochrome color scheme is still relevant. Pure white or totally black, gray kitchen looks pretty respectable, fits well with the aesthetics of minimalism. But if the shade of milk or snow visually expands the space, then anthracite is recommended to be used only in very spacious rooms. You can balance the interior by combining dark and light colors.

In a kitchen with windows on the sunny side, cold tones will help balance the space. The set can be turquoise or pale blue, lavender, purple, steel-gray. The kitchen, which faces north, needs a warmer atmosphere. Here you can use bright berry shades - raspberry, strawberry, orange or saturated burgundy, chocolate and coffee tones.

It is not necessary to make the headset plain. Canary yellow or lemon can be muffled with calm, natural shades of green. Pistachio goes well with shades of ocher and pink. If you want the brightness of colors, you can try the marine theme in blue and white colors or a combination of creamy tones with fuchsia.

To choose the right kitchen it is enough to observe a number of simple but relevant advice from designers and constructors.

1. Do not overpay for complex classic headsets. Art Nouveau style is simpler in execution and is always relevant.
2. If the kitchen is purchased for a standard apartment, you can take a ready-made set. It will cost 25-30% cheaper than custom-made.
3. Single-leaf cabinets in the headset are often more convenient than double-leaf cabinets, but they are much cheaper.
4. In the headset L-shaped or U-shaped layout you can completely abandon the wall cabinets, replacing them with shelves.
5. Designers are advised not to miss furniture sales. After all, you can buy a headset from the collection of the outgoing year or season at 60-70% cheaper. Always reduced the price of samples from the stands.
6. Built-in appliances immediately increase the price of the kitchen by 20-30%. At the same time, most household appliances can be purchased and installed independently.
7. When deciding to order a headset, it is worthwhile to clarify prices, equipment, specifications in several companies. This will allow you to better think out all the details.

Overview kitchen set 20 sq. m see below.