Dimensions of dish dryers in a cupboard

A dryer for dishes is a necessary thing in everyday life. When choosing, it is important to pay attention not only to its operational and aesthetic qualities, but also to size. In modern conditions, people have the opportunity even in small kitchens to interestingly beat the kitchen interior and place multifunctional cabinets. All this must be borne in mind when choosing a dishwasher dryer.

As a rule, most dryers are intended for placement in upper cabinets, and therefore their dimensions are dictated by furniture. Depth often remains unchanged - 22-25 cm. The following size options are standard:

• 500 mm;
• 600 mm;
• 700 mm;
• 800 mm.

If the dryer is mounted in the lower cabinets, its width is also determined by the capacity parameters, but usually it is less than the width of the “upper” options. So, in this case, dryers with sizes of 400, 500 and 600 mm are mainly offered. 300 mm specimens are sometimes available.

Shops and furniture companies offer unusual solutions for the construction of utensils. In this case, the dryers can be corner and door. Features of corner cabinets, cabinets and doors determine the dimension of the product. The difference between two different sizes can be 50 mm, while for standard models this difference is 100 mm. Therefore, the sizes 300, 350, 400, 450, 500, 550 and 600 mm can be assigned to non-standard options. Naturally, it all depends on the specifics of the kitchen.

There are other interesting solutions that can fulfill not only their direct functions, but also be part of the interior. These include, for example, miniature saucers, which are sometimes referred to as troflex.

These designs are also single and bunk. Household departments offer such options with and without pallets; some are equipped with cutlery compartments. There are open wall models, they can be standard and custom sizes. These products are suitable for those who do not like moisture accumulation in a closed module, as this leads to quick damage to the material.

Before proceeding with the selection of the dryer of the right size, a number of points need to be considered.

• To pick up a structure in a 40 cm cabinet, you need to choose the corner instance. If you take a direct product, then only a couple of plates and mugs can be placed there, while the corner option is more spacious, and therefore will allow you to put twice as much dishes. If you mount two shelves, it will look too massive.
• For cabinet 50 cm 2-level or corner dryers are suitable. But make sure in advance that there is sufficient distance between the two tiers to accommodate large-diameter plates. Sometimes it’s more convenient to put such wide plates in a separate place than to select drying specifically for them.
• The most preferred option is a 70 cm design. It is convenient and allows you to place quite a few plates. It is recommended to give preference to models with a removable bottom so that there are no problems when cleaning.
• If you choose an 80 cm dryer, then it must be a product made of very durable material. Such an instance allows you to place a lot of dishes, and under the weight of several dozen plates, a wooden flimsy aggregate may collapse.

Once the right size option is selected, you should consider other features of different-sized dryers before buying.

• At home, carefully measure the distance inside the cabinet from one wall to another, and necessarily - the depth. If this is a 2-level dryer for plates and mugs, then keep in mind that between the tiers there should be a distance of 30 cm, and between the lower level and the tray - 7 cm, then the flowing water will collect fully.
• Do not place two levels so that the plates dry on the top and the circles on the bottom. This is contrary to sanitary and hygienic standards, since water from the dishes will drain into mugs. In addition, with a high arrangement of cabinets, it is more convenient to get a mug from above than a flat plate.
• Be sure to choose a model with a tray to collect moisture. Give preference to samples with the most capacious pallet - these are more functional options. It is more convenient to use a removable tray, you can always drain the accumulated water from it and wash the structure. Recently, transparent plastic specimens are relevant, they are easy to wash, and they do not deform under the influence of moisture.
• Choose stainless steel with a chrome finish. Such designs have a longer service life.
• Returning to the dimensions, it is worth noting that the width of the unit provides for the width of the cabinet walls, which means that in fact it is less by 32-36 mm. Therefore, when choosing a crockery, it is worthwhile to study the marking and information about what thickness of the chipboard is designed for.

When installing a dishwasher dryer, it is important to follow a few simple rules.

• The distance between the two tiers must be at least 300 mm.
• If this is a 1-level plate dryer, it is recommended to mount it in the middle of the cabinet. This will ensure the placement of large dishes.
• Keep in mind that each instance has its own tensile strength, and overload threatens with rapid failure and destruction.So, the 40-centimeter design allows you to place no more than 12 plates, a 50 cm saucer - about 15 plates, 60 cm - 18 pieces, and 80 cm - 28 plates.
• When installing a dryer of any size, remember that a place under the pallet is required. The gap between the pallet and the lower level should be 7 cm.
• Also note that the cabinet doors must close effortlessly, the dryer and the dishes in it should not interfere.

Inside the cabinet, the instance is mounted in the shape of the letter “G”. This option is good in that it allows you to efficiently and fully use the corner space of the cabinet, that is, a traditional frontal design would allow you to place a minimum number of plates in the corner cabinet. However, when using an angle dryer, access is slightly complicated by a narrow facade. So, with the dimensions of the corner cabinet 60x60 cm, the width of its facade is only 40 cm.

From all of the above, we can conclude that for different cabinet sizes, dryers of certain actual sizes are suitable:

• 40 cm - 35x25cm;
• 45 cm - 41x25 cm;
• 50 cm - 46x25 cm;
• 60 cm - 56x25cm;
• 70 cm - 66x25cm;
• 80 cm - 76x25cm.

For drawers, instances up to 60 cm inclusive are suitable, but 80 cm dryers are designed mainly for stationary cabinets. In fact, the specifics of installing a standard two-tier dryer does not depend on the dimensions of the structure itself, but it is important to consider other factors related to its parameters. Classic drying has a depth of 28 cm, respectively, it is suitable for a cabinet of the same or larger size. So that all the mugs fit easily, It is important to measure the height of the highest glass, and take this distance into account when installing the upper tier. At the same time, do not forget about the gap, which should be equal to 20 mm.

It is important to take into account the growth of the landlord, who will most often use the dryer. At this point, you should not dwell in detail, and it is clear that for a short person, the upper tier must be mounted at the minimum permissible height, and for tall people, the circles should be located at the height of a raised hand. Another important dimensional criterion during installation is the height of the cabinet itself. So, despite the popularity of such designs, in a cabinet with a height of less than 480 mm, it is not recommended to install a two-tier dryer. It looks uncomfortable and unaesthetic.

When mounting the product in a cabinet, there must be an exhaust opening inside, so that unpleasant odors and moisture do not collect, and the dishes are well ventilated. If the moment is not provided in the cabinet, then a couple of small holes can be mechanically drilled to maintain a steady flow of air.

In the next video, you will find the installation of a built-in dryer for dishes in the kitchen cabinet.