Do you want a dream kitchen with clean countertops, a neatly organized pantry, and a convenient utility section where you can make every dash and dollop count? Whether you are planning your kitchen layout or are keen on giving your kitchen a much-needed makeover, we hope these simple tips and tricks will help you avoid common kitchen design mistakes and point you in the right direction.
7 Common Kitchen Design Mistakes
1. Don’t Let Your Fix Cooktops Flop
Thanks to their sleek and slender design, hobs or fixed cooktops have become increasingly popular in modular kitchens. However, most kitchens have cooktops that almost graze the backsplash. This leaves less room to accommodate large cooking vessels on the rear burners, inevitably leading to overuse of the front burners. Whether you have a lot of heads in your family or have to cook in large quantities for a gathering, this can present itself as a major problem.
2. Be on Point with Plug Points
Strategic and obstruction-free positioning of plug points is key to planning the perfect kitchen layout. Common mistakes include placing plug points behind lofty appliances such as the refrigerator, which makes accessing them a tedious task. A lot of appliances, such as the microwave and food processor, are used so often that they practically stay out all the time. Installing corner plug points is a must for such appliances.
3. Pantry Perfection
There is a wide availability of built-in pantries in the market, and some designs even come with wired shelves. While we may be tempted to invest in these, the truth is that tall units take up a lot of space and cannot accommodate containers with irregular shapes. If you want a streamlined and clutter-free look, you can go for tandem drawers. They boast a durable construction and generous capacity, and they allow you to easily access your contents. If needed, you can install overhead cabinets for your jars and containers.
4. Backsplash
While selecting the backsplash for your kitchen, be sure to avoid tiles with cuts and grooves as these are more prone to accumulating dust and grime. Tile backsplashes with grout lines are equally susceptible to dust, debris, and grime. For ease of maintenance, we recommend the backsplash be plain, whether you opt for a pristine quartz backdrop or a clear glass backsplash.
5. Vegetable Basket
For storing your vegetables and keeping them fresh for days, we recommend perforated baskets. Perforated baskets promote air circulation, prevent the growth of moulds, and keep your veggies fresh for longer. Although they may need a little care, wicker storage baskets are also a great option for storing your vegetables.
6. Fix Your Sink
If you want a mess-free surface without drips and water spots, you may want to opt for a sink with flushed edges or some space surrounding the periphery for passage. However, if you are keen on installing a sink with raised edges, it might take some time to get used to liquid spills accumulating on the surface, requiring constant wiping.
7. Excessive Distance Between Work Areas
A common kitchen layout mistake is positioning the stove, the refrigerator, and the sink far apart. The perfect kitchen triangle should ensure that there is a direct flow between these key areas so that you can work efficiently and come up with the best culinary creations.
Conclusion
The importance of a spick and span kitchen is truly understated. We understand how important it is to have all your ingredients neatly stored and within arm’s reach so that you can come up with lip-smacking dishes each time, whether the recipe is a family favourite or a last-minute impromptu. We hope these tips and tricks spare you the time, effort, and cost of kitchen reconstruction so that you can build your dream kitchen from scratch.
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