For a comfortable and rational use of space in the kitchen, cabinets are installed. They make it possible to properly store food, kitchen utensils, large and small household appliances. The modern market offers a wide selection and assortment of similar furniture for the kitchen, you can pick up for every taste and color.
In this article we will talk in more detail about hinged corner cabinets, what technical characteristics they have, how to choose the right design.
Characteristics
In appearance, the hanging upper cabinet is a low cabinet that is located in the corner of the room. and is an integral part of a corner kitchen set. It can be purchased separately or in kit.
In almost every kitchen, a corner cupboard is installed and this is due to a number of design features and advantages, which include:
- spaciousness;
- compact sizes - in such furniture you can store both food and utensils, as well as household appliances;
- wide selection and assortment of design solutions;
- combined with all types of kitchen layout and interior design;
- makes it possible to correctly use and arrange the corners of the room.
Kinds
We can say with confidence that the furniture manufacturers did their best and managed to come up with and implement the most diverse forms of this mounted module. He can be:
- butt;
- trapezoidal;
- l-shaped.
Butt module
This type of cabinet is often called direct. It has a classic rectangular shape. A headset is usually mounted to the front of another element.
The butt-mounted cabinet can be mounted near the corner sink, sinks - this is its great advantage. As for the shortcomings, it is worth noting the fact that its blank wall is inaccessible.
Trapezoidal module
This type of corner cabinet is characterized by the presence of a beveled corner. Its functionality is unlimited:
- other furniture elements can be attached to the cabinet;
- if the module is located near the sink and sink, it can store both useful trifles and household chemicals, dishwashing sponges and brushes.
The dimensions of such a module are quite large, and if the kitchen area is limited, then it is irrational to use it - it will only clutter up the space.
L-shaped module
This is a cabinet that exactly repeats the corner of the wall. Such furniture has several advantages:
- even incomplete opening of the door of the structure provides full access to the space inside;
- the presence of a sufficiently wide and varied selection of accessories, which makes it possible to realize any design decision and make the module a highlight of the kitchen.
Such a hinged corner pedestal is the most popular among consumers. But if we talk about the shortcomings, then it is worth mentioning that The module has limited usable internal space.
Functional Features
The corner module is in demand by the consumer due to its wide functional purpose. Based on the functionality, it can be:
- universal - in such a closet they store products, kitchen utensils, household chemicals and other items that you usually want to hide;
- the crockery - utensils are stored and dried in such a module, the place of its installation is the wall above the sink;
- for embedded technology - you can install the hood, a compact dishwasher.
In the modern market you can find such models, the functionality of which is not wide enough, and they are often used for decoration. In this cabinet you can store decorative elements, spices, vases, floral arrangements.
Opening systems
Corner kitchen wall cabinets can differ not only in appearance, design, functionality, but also in the door opening system. There are various options for the opening system.
- Swing / folding - the advantages of such a system include ease of installation, ease of operation and affordable cost. Among the shortcomings, it is worth noting that it is not suitable for small-sized kitchens.
- Sliding - these are compartment doors which are characterized by compactness. But for such an opening system, additional guide elements are needed, and the door does not close tight enough.
- Folding - This system provides that the doors will open and close like a book or accordion, they are very stylish and compact. But, despite the modern and fashionable design design, such a door will not last long.
Experts say that when choosing an opening system, it is better to give preference to a more expensive option. A lift door on a spring or gas lift is ideal. This design is characterized by smooth movement, noiselessness and providing the most convenient access to the contents of the module.
Production material
The range of materials from which hinged corner cabinets are made today is quite diverse. These may be the following options:
- natural wood - in most cases, oak and ash wood are used;
- Particleboard and MDF;
- Tsp - thermo-structured surface, which is made from particleboard and MDF;
- multiplex - the most advanced material for the manufacture of kitchen furniture, which is a thin layer of wood and has several advantages over its counterparts, but it is quite expensive.
How to fix the structure?
In practice, several methods of fastening a hinged corner cabinet are used.
Installation can be carried out using hangers - dowels, nails and screws are required for operation. On the rear wall of the module are special loops on which it is suspended.
Such furniture is also installed on a mounting rail. To do this, you must purchase a mounting rail on which the module will ultimately be mounted. This method of fastening is possible only if the walls in the kitchen are made of drywall. This is necessary so that the load is evenly distributed.
How to choose?
It is important for every housewife that the cabinet lasts a long time, and in addition, it is functional and beautiful.
To determine the choice of a hinged corner module, you need to consider the following nuances:
- dimensions of the kitchen;
- dimensions of the structure itself;
- type of construction;
- functionality and dimensions of the useful area of the cabinet;
- door opening system;
- material of manufacture;
- installation method;
- cabinet design - so that it fits well and fits into the interior and general mood of the room;
- manufacturer - it is better to give preference to a well-known brand that guarantees the quality, reliability and safety of its product.
If you wish, you can use the services of specialists to make a kitchen wall-mounted corner cabinet under the order.
The video shows the assembly technology of the corner cabinet.