Every housewife in the kitchen has many different appliances that facilitate the cooking process. Do not do without kitchen boards. For many, they are stored in tables or hang on hooks, complementing the interior of the room. Such a useful accessory is indispensable, but it requires a special place. It is important not only to use the boards for their intended purpose, but also to be able to spread them beautifully and aesthetically in the kitchen.
Features and methods of storage
Kitchen cutting boards can be made of various materials. They can be very impressive or small. Their shape can also be very diverse: from the usual rectangular models to products with a bend.
Such a kitchen accessory is very popular, because it is used daily. After operation, chopping board Wash and dry well. If the product is not sufficiently dried, mold or microbes may appear on it.
Wooden models are especially susceptible to decay during long periods in a humid environment. Under the influence of moisture, the wood surface begins to swell, as a result of which the kitchen wooden board quickly deteriorates.
Among the products made of wood, there are species that are quite resistant to moisture. They have a certain structure and coating, so that they do not absorb liquid droplets and product odors.
To wet products dry faster, they should be stored in an upright position. The easiest way to get a special stand for the boards and put it in the most convenient place.
Kinds
It is important to organize everything in the kitchen in such a way that it is comfortable to be in this room, you can do cooking, eat, be inspired by interesting masterpieces in cooking.
Kitchen accessories can be stored by placing them in a closed drawer or shelf. Of course, the easiest way is to simply place the board after use vertically behind the sink.
Although this option is very convenient, because the desired product in this case is always at hand, it does not look very aesthetically pleasing.
There are various devices for placing and drying kitchen accessories.
- A fairly convenient stand is the organizer. It is better to choose the vertical option - in this case less space will be taken.
- You can put special delimiters inside the drawers in the table.
- You can store the boards if you hang them on the railing. The wall mount is placed on any suitable surface. It can be the doors of kitchen cabinets or just a wall. The side surface of the kitchen is a good option for securing hooks.
- In the event that the design has an eco style or country, you can hang wood products on a simple but fairly strong branch.
- A shelf located on the inner surface of the doors in the cabinet will be a good option for placing products.
Stands are separated depending on what material they are made of.
- Metal stand. Products made of metal are the most popular, because these devices are more durable. Stainless steel models do not corrode, they have a beautiful appearance and ergonomic shape.
Storage of boards in such models will allow them to always be at hand at the right time. A free-standing universal table or wall stand made of stainless steel can be designed to accommodate from 4 to 8 accessories for cutting.
- Wooden stand is also very popular. Such products are not afraid of moisture falling on them, because they are treated with oil from flax, which ensures their increased moisture resistance. Reliable adhesive layer provides them with additional protection against delamination under the influence of moisture. It can be a wooden stand with special grooves or a support with hooks for hanging them.
When purchasing such a set, it should be borne in mind that it will occupy a certain place on the countertop. You also need to check how stable the product is, because wooden boards have an impressive weight.
- Combination Stand Options increasingly can be seen in modern kitchens. They can be made of various materials. So, the most popular are stainless steel designs in combination with bamboo. This device looks very original and organically fits into the design of the kitchen, made in a certain style. At the same time, the stand will ideally fulfill its intended purpose - to serve as a place to store cutting boards.
Since there is often a lot of furniture in the kitchen, the most suitable place should be chosen for placing the coasters. This will not clutter up the room with additional items. The main thing is that kitchen accessories are always at hand and do not spoil the appearance of the room.
- Table holder, perhaps it can be called one of the most successful product placement options. Such a stand can be rearranged if desired to any other suitable place. At the same time, the holder will provide reliable fastening and stability. Due to the slight tilt, the products will be well ventilated and dried.
- Wall mount allows you to fix the structure directly on the wall, thereby saving space, which is very important for small rooms.
Stands placed in the case will occupy a minimum of space. Mistresses will like marking with an indication of why this or that tablet is needed.Manufacturers produce stand-cases designed to accommodate several products. If you wish, you can choose the model of stands for cutting boards and knives, made in the same style. Such an expanded set will decorate the room and give it a special touch.
Benefits
Stands adapted for storing chopping boards have many advantages.
- Using the stand, you can quickly get the right board. This is very convenient if there are several such products available that are designed separately for cutting different types of products.
- Thanks to the use of coasters, kitchen boards will always be dry.
- This device allows you to save space in the kitchen.
During storage of wooden products, it is not recommended to lay them on top of each other. It is necessary that between them there was a layer of air.
Selection and placement tips
In order for the cutting board to serve for a long time, you should choose it, taking into account certain recommendations.
- When buying a model of wood, you need to inspect its appearance, paying particular attention to the side surface. The figure will allow you to determine whether the product is made from a single piece of wood or if the bars were used in the manufacture.
- A thickness of 3 or 4 cm is considered the most suitable for this kitchen accessory.
- Size must be appropriate. If a small board is suitable for slicing bread, then for meat it is worth choosing a model measuring 20 by 40 cm.
Choosing a wood product, it is better to choose a kitchen accessory made of bamboo or oak, since these rocks are resistant to high humidity, chips and damage. Products made from beech, ash or pine will cost less, so you can stay at a more economical option if your family budget is small.
A drawer will be a good option for slicing products. The easiest way is to put forward the drawer in the table and put a cutting board on top of it.
In the event that there is very little space in the kitchen, it is better to hang the kitchen accessory on the railing or use hooks for this purpose that are placed on the side of the headset.
Interesting ideas
In order to make the kitchen look stylish, you can choose beautiful and comfortable coasters made of wood, stainless steel or plastic.
Do-it-yourself products can not only organize a functional place for storage, but also emphasize the design of the room. So, a dryer or hanger, where the boards are placed, made in the decoupage style or painted with acrylics, will become a decoration of the room.
A chopping board made in the decoupage style can also be used as a full-fledged tray.
Occupy a minimum of space kitchen accessories of different shapes and sizes that can be hung on the front wall above the kitchen table.
A set of painted boards on a special stand-bracket will fit very naturally into the kitchen design.
An elegant stand on small legs will become not only a convenient place for storing boards, but also decorate the kitchen.
No less spectacular looks the set “Funny Chefs”.
Applying imagination and using tips, you can not only find the right option, but also hang the cutting boards in the kitchen in the most aesthetic, in a convenient place.
See how to make a stand for a cutting board with your own hands.
