Kitchen Layout Tips

• Always keep in mind that the kitchen should make life easy for you.
   
• Keep the sink, hob and food preparation areas within easy reach of each other.
   
• Ensure that you have clear work surface on either side of sink and hob
   
• Avoid placing appliances in the corners, which can create inaccessible spaces.
   
• Avoid placing drawers in the corners.
   
• Keep oven and hob separated from the fridgeto prevent damage caused by temperature clashes.
   
• Avoid placing your hob in front of a window especially if it is gas.
   
• Locate your dishwasher close to the sink.
   
• Locate cutlery drawers close to the dishwasher.
   
• Store cooking pots and trays near to oven and hob.
   
• Allow for plenty of power points around the kitchen.
   
• An eye-level oven is safer for young children and better for your back.
   
• Allow at least 1200 mm between lines of cabinets.
   
• Allow 1000 mm for access into the kitchen (900 mm minimum).
   
• Allow 300 mm for breakfast bar overhang.
   
• Don’t forget to plan in a range hood to extract cooking fumes to outside.

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