Kitchen options for a small kitchen

Often, kitchen wall cabinets are sold complete with other kitchen furniture items or can be sold separately. They are attached to the wall of the room, so they do not take up useful space on the floor of the room. Various materials are used for their manufacture, and they can also have a variety of sizes, filling, colors and other characteristics.

Kinds

Wall cabinets for the kitchen are sold on the market in many types, which allows you to select the optimal items for each style of room. Before purchasing any kitchen wall cabinet, it is recommended to decide for what purpose it will be used, since it can be used to store food, dishes or other similar items.

The most popular are modular kitchen sets, consisting of many modules. They form an optimal design that fits perfectly into the free space in the kitchen. Relatively recently, massive cabinets and sideboards were considered popular, but now they are widely replaced by comfortable, ergonomic and attractive hanging cabinets for the kitchen. They can be equipped with closed or glass doors, and the latter option is relevant if attractive sets or exquisite dishes are stored in the cabinets.

The width of kitchen cabinets can vary significantly in different models, but the standard value is 80 cm, since if the width is more than 90 cm, then certain problems will arise in using such furniture for its intended purpose. Due to significant impact, shelves can sag and become deformed.

Kitchen cabinets are available in different types, including:

• corner wall cabinet for the kitchen - it is installed in a certain corner of the kitchen. The corner cabinet for the kitchen should be chosen carefully so that it fits well into the existing corner, and also fits perfectly with other furnishings installed in the kitchen. Corner structures are selected for small rooms, where each area must be used efficiently and rationally. Such hanging kitchen cabinets have a triangular shape, and special hangers are used for hanging;
• cupboard - its main purpose is to store various utensils and other items that are absolutely required in the kitchen. It is allowed to place on the shelves various spices, cereals, liquids or other elements necessary for the cooking process. Such cabinets are usually created from furniture board or other durable and reliable materials, since they are often subject to serious loads, so they should not sag or deform. They can be equipped with closed doors or glass ones, and in the latter case they have a truly unique appearance;
• products with drying - inside the cabinet there is a special bar, represented by a drying rack for dishes. It has numerous holes that allow you to dry dishes effectively. This kitchen cabinet is fixed directly above the sink or next to it. A photo of this design can be seen below. You can choose various additional storage systems for the product, so you can even purchase items designed for efficient and convenient storage of brushes and sponges;
• designs with open shelves - such a hanging item is usually used to store spices or attractive utensils.

Corner cabinets are chosen not only for a small room, but also when choosing a corner layout for the arrangement of kitchen unit elements, but for proper installation it is important that the walls of the room are smooth.

For dishes

With open shelves

Angular

Straight

Colors and design

Unlike other rooms, the kitchen can use a variety of colors, from classic to bright neon. For kitchen cabinets that imitate wood surfaces, the choice of color is limited to the types of wood. The range of colors includes dozens of items from white birch and bleached oak to almost black wenge. In recent years, combinations of different breeds have become fashionable.

The widest range of colors is typical for furniture with plastic fronts. They can be matte or shiny. Models with bright colors are popular - yellow, green, red, black. Lovers of the classics prefer various options for white, from cold to warm creamy shades.

In recent years, the most fashionable combination has become a combination of contrasting colors, for example, black and red or gold and dark brown. Among the various decoration methods, a hanging cabinet can decorate:

• photo printing, which allows you to get bright and large drawings;
• stained glass and sandblasted images on glass surfaces;
• wood carving;
• use of metal overlays of silver or gold color.

The color scheme is chosen taking into account the characteristics of the room, its size, lighting, wall color, and interior style.

Manufacturing materials

Various types of cabinets made from moisture-resistant materials are allowed to be installed in the kitchen. The materials most often used for their production are:

• Chipboard - kitchen cabinets made from this material are hung quite often. This is due to their low cost. But their appearance is not considered too attractive. Due to the specific conditions present in the kitchen, dirt and various scratches quickly appear on the facades of such cabinets, which are almost impossible to remove. Therefore, products made from chipboard are more often purchased. They have better strength and resistance to moisture. You can choose corner models, photos of which are located below;
• plywood - this material produces durable structures that must be properly processed. To do this, they are coated with varnish or paint. As a result, the installation of such a cabinet is optimal for the kitchen, as it can withstand moisture;
• MDF - a sideboard or wall cabinet can be made from it. Available in various colors, and also resistant to moisture. Structures made from it can be secured using hangers or other elements;
• wood - if solid oak is used, durable and high-quality structures are obtained. They are expensive, but cope well with various influences. When used in the kitchen, wooden elements must be coated with antiseptics or fire retardants. They are hung on the tire or secured using other suitable fasteners.

Competent and interesting installation involves the use of adjustable awnings for kitchen cabinets, since with their help you can adjust the correct location of any structure. Wood products are considered the most expensive and high-quality, and oak wood is often chosen, as it copes well with different loads.

Wood

Chipboard

Plywood

MDF

Accessories that add style

Each kitchen cabinet is stylish and beautiful in itself. But you can give it a special and unique character by adding decorative elements to it. One of these types of methods is unconventional handles, another is the original materials used in the cabinets.

As you can see, there are many options to freshen up your kitchen without hiring a remodeling professional. Simply choose the main color of your home and decide on the style of your kitchen cabinets.

The cheapest and simplest solution is a ready-made set of kitchen furniture, which includes a cabinet under the sink and wall kitchen cabinets. Kitchen base cabinets are usually combined with a countertop - this can also be included or you can buy one yourself.

It's worth taking advantage of stores that offer individual kitchen cabinets for assembly into kits. This solution is even many times cheaper than custom-made kitchen furniture, the advantage of which is that a specialist adapts the furniture to our needs.

Also, pay attention to the functionality and ease of opening doors - you shouldn’t skimp on this. The most typical are hinged doors in kitchen cabinets. The cheapest opening system - hinges connecting the cabinet to the body - costs about 150 rubles, and for other mechanisms you will pay up to 1,500 rubles. They should be used when there is enough space in the kitchen.

However, side cabinets are difficult to open in corners where two doors collide and in tall and wide furniture. A hinged door is found in low and wide hanging cabinets where traditional opening would be awkward and where regular doors look disproportionate. This method of opening cabinets, however, is more expensive.

Shape and dimensions

Wall cabinets can be mounted at different heights, as it is recommended to focus on the height of the immediate users. When choosing designs, their size is taken into account, and it depends on the purpose of the cabinet, as well as on the wishes of the property owners. Standard dimensions are:

• height from 35 cm to 92 cm - even vertical rectangular structures can be purchased, but only tall people will be comfortable using them. When choosing this indicator, the growth of people using the kitchen for its intended purpose is taken into account;
• width from 40 to 120 cm - models with a width of 600 mm are most often chosen, as they are optimal for storing various dishes and products;
• The standard depth is 30 cm, and this is enough for a comfortable arrangement of various kitchen utensils in cabinets.

When choosing a specific product, you must inspect the fittings, as they must be comfortable and high-quality, as well as suitable for the style of the room.

Some models have a canopy that provides an attractive appearance to the cabinets. It is allowed to install various dishes, small household appliances or similar items on top, but they should not be too heavy or large.

Floor-standing kitchen cabinet: why do we recommend it?

Photo 11 – Light furniture set in the kitchen
A free-standing high floor cabinet for dishes is one of the classic elements of kitchen furniture. This option with drawers and a table top is convenient because you can simultaneously use the upper part to cook food on it, and the lower part to store the necessary tools, bowls, and pans.

Kitchen cabinet: practicality + safety

Photo 12 – Hanging wooden furniture in the kitchen
A corner, narrow, floor-standing tall cabinet with shelves solves several problems at once. Among them:

• rational use of corner space;
• storage space for kitchen appliances and tools;
• a place to store heavy items.

Kitchen wall cabinet: what's good?

Photo 13 – Set for a black and white kitchen
Wall hanging models for dishes are convenient and functional. Hanging cabinets make it possible to use more space in storing things. Ideally, a kitchen has both hanging furniture elements and those installed on the floor.

Photo 14 – Ceiling-mounted cabinets made of light wood without fittings

• How to choose the correct size of kitchen cabinets?

You may even like standard models, but the standard does not always fit into the framework of a specific kitchen and the features of its layout. Standard dimensions are not good for every case.

Photo 15 – White in a minimalist interior

Height, width, depth, capacity and equipment are the parameters, taking into account which you can choose the optimal furniture for your own kitchen. Any manufacturer of kitchen furniture provides exact product characteristics in company catalogs.

Photo 16 – Transparent doors in the design of hanging furniture

The correct algorithm for choosing a headset:

1. We take accurate measurements of the kitchen space;
2. We are looking for a set with the required dimensions in product catalogs.

Posting rules

All wall cabinets should be secured in such a way that they are convenient and comfortable to use. To do this, take into account the layout chosen for the kitchen, as well as the size of the room. When choosing a place where you can mount the cabinet, the following features are taken into account:

• the main parameter is the ease of use of the products by all residents of the property;
• the distance between the lower and upper cabinets should be such that there are no obstacles or discomfort in the process of using the countertop for its intended purpose;
• It is not recommended to mount kitchen wall cabinets above the stove;
• It is advisable to align all cabinets at the same level, since different differences negatively affect the attractiveness of the kitchen.

For fixation, various suspensions or conventional rigid fasteners can be used.

Modern kitchen cabinets

Kitchen cabinets without handles are a modern and fashionable solution . The case opens automatically when pressed in the right place. Kitchen cabinet fronts in this opening create smooth surfaces against the walls, turning into clean, straight lines. They harmonize perfectly with metal, stone or glass.

Manually controlled systems are not cheap - the cost per piece is from 800 rubles. However, it is worth using this solution not only for aesthetic reasons, but also when we have small children.

Nuances of choice

To choose attractive, comfortable and multifunctional cabinets, the following rules are taken into account:

• purchase designs with durable shelves on which you can install various dishes;
• the cost must correspond to the quality;
• the filling of the elements depends on their purpose, so it is advisable to purchase a cabinet with a mesh for dishes, as well as several standard universal models with shelves or various compartments;
• the material from which the structures are made must be resistant to moisture and dirt;
• the appearance should be well suited to the kitchen, and photos of different unique cabinets can be seen below;
• In terms of size and parameters, cabinets should be convenient for use.

Thus, kitchen wall cabinets are considered the ideal choice for storing kitchen utensils. They are offered by many manufacturing companies, so they have different designs, dimensions, colors, features and characteristics. It is important to choose wisely designs that are well suited to the interior style and are easy to use. Mounting to kitchen wall cabinets can be done in different ways, and the choice of installation location depends on the ease of using them for their intended purpose. After that, you can place everything you need in the kitchen wall cabinets.

Features of use

In use, wall cabinets are quite versatile and spacious. The choice of these products is huge, besides, if you don’t have time to go shopping when choosing a suitable option, you can use online resources and choose a model of wall cabinets from a photo and order their individual production from a furniture company.

However, when purchasing ready-made wall cabinets, or ordering them individually, you should definitely take into account some of their features:

Different fastening methods. The height for mounting cabinets can be different, but most importantly it is comfortable. The distance between the stove and the cabinets must be sufficient in accordance with safety regulations.

Compliance with a variety of styles, since the cabinets will fit perfectly into a classic interior, Provence and country, minimalism and modern, hi-tech, etc.

Wide range of models. Today there are a lot of options for wall cabinets; they may differ in doors, fittings, lighting, and opening method.

Practicality of use due to reliable mounting of the structure on the wall, manufacturing from high-quality materials and internal spaciousness.

Rational and economical use of space, as they are attached to the wall and do not take up extra space, while remaining quite spacious.

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Headset layout options

For small kitchens, you can use one of three options: corner layout, U-shaped or straight.

• In the sources you can find another name: “L-shaped” or “L-shaped” kitchen layout. Fits perfectly into square-shaped kitchens, although it can also be used in some rectangular rooms.
• The U-shaped one will, of course, require more space, but with proper design it is in demand in a small kitchen. Moreover, often one of the components of this option is a bar counter, which many people dream of.
• Straight (linear or single-row). Furniture is installed along one wall. Features a compact location. Even in a very small kitchen there is enough space to organize a dining area. Such kitchen sets are usually cheaper than corner ones. Best suited for rectangular, elongated rooms.