The first step to planning your kitchen is to find out how much floor space is available for you to work with. In order to do this, you need to take accurate measurements of the length and width of your kitchen, in millimetres. Then on the scaled grid paper, draw up the outline of the area. Also, jot down the position of any objects that may affect the way in which you lay out the kitchen, e.g. doors, windows, plug points, piping, boilers etc.
In order to help you plan the layout of your kitchen, we provide an Online Kitchen Planning Tool. You can move items about and play around until you come up with the right arrangement suitable for you.
Remember to allow a small space in between walls so that everything can fit in comfortably. It is important that you note down the height of any windows and ceilings, sloping ones in particular.
When it comes to planning a kitchen, the possibilities are endless. The best way to come up with the perfect design is to take your time, play around with different ideas, and explore! Aesthetics are important, but think about practicality and comfort. Yes, everyone would like to have a kitchen that looks nice, but it would be even better to have one that is also easy to work around. Do take into consideration, the amount of space you may require around appliances, in order to perform tasks comfortably.
Once you have come up with a suitable layout, you can start looking at aesthetics. Think about door handles, drawers, glass units or feature linking units, or any other additional features you might add to give your kitchen that stylish look.
Get inspiration from magazines.
Explore different colours and materials.
Look at finishes for walls.
Look at types for flooring.
Take accurate measurements, and take into account where your pipes, gas, electrical supplies are.
Make sure you know the sizes of your appliances.
Position the sink and dishwasher close together in order to make the plumbing easier.
Have a drawer unit close to the hob so that you easy access to any utensils.
Read through the instructions of your appliances before you decide where to place them.
Do not situate your cooker below any windows.
Check which way doors and drawers open in order for them to open fully.
Any tall units should be placed next to each other; tall units usually go at the end of a line of cupboards.
Position cupboards so that they are easily accessible.
It is always best to use a qualified tradesman for installation of any gas or electrical objects.
Having an extractor fan requires access to an external wall, unless you wish to recycle.
Galley Kitchen
The Galley kitchen allows easy access to everything without having to move around much. You can make use of large units in order to get the most out of your space. Think carefully about where you place your oven and sink so that movement can be kept to a minimum.
L-Shaped Kitchen Kitchen
The L-shaped kitchen is excellent if you want maximum floor space. It usually allows you enough room to have space for a table. You can make the most of your space by having large corner units, for both the base and wall; this will allow you more storage space to store large items such as pots and pans, and other objects.
U-Shaped Kitchen Kitchen
The U-shaped kitchen lets you make use of 3 walls. You can achieve maximise storage space by making use of large corner units and wall units. It allows you enough floor space to move around comfortably.
Specifications - Corner Arrangments, Door and Unit Height Configuration
click here to download or view.
Assembly Instructions click here to download or view.
To download file to disk right click the link above and select "save target as". To view PDF files you will require Adobe Reader. This is available for free from Adobe's website by clicking here
In order to help you plan the layout of your kitchen, we provide an Online Kitchen Planning Tool. You can move items about and play around until you come up with the right arrangement suitable for you.
Remember to allow a small space in between walls so that everything can fit in comfortably. It is important that you note down the height of any windows and ceilings, sloping ones in particular.
When it comes to planning a kitchen, the possibilities are endless. The best way to come up with the perfect design is to take your time, play around with different ideas, and explore! Aesthetics are important, but think about practicality and comfort. Yes, everyone would like to have a kitchen that looks nice, but it would be even better to have one that is also easy to work around. Do take into consideration, the amount of space you may require around appliances, in order to perform tasks comfortably.
Once you have come up with a suitable layout, you can start looking at aesthetics. Think about door handles, drawers, glass units or feature linking units, or any other additional features you might add to give your kitchen that stylish look.
Get inspiration from magazines. Explore different colours and materials. Look at finishes for walls. Look at types for flooring. Take accurate measurements, and take into account where your pipes, gas, electrical supplies are. Make sure you know the sizes of your appliances. Position the sink and dishwasher close together in order to make the plumbing easier. Have a drawer unit close to the hob so that you easy access to any utensils. Read through the instructions of your appliances before you decide where to place them. Do not situate your cooker below any windows. Check which way doors and drawers open in order for them to open fully. Any tall units should be placed next to each other; tall units usually go at the end of a line of cupboards. Position cupboards so that they are easily accessible. It is always best to use a qualified tradesman for installation of any gas or electrical objects. Having an extractor fan requires access to an external wall, unless you wish to recycle.
Galley Kitchen
The Galley kitchen allows easy access to everything without having to move around much. You can make use of large units in order to get the most out of your space. Think carefully about where you place your oven and sink so that movement can be kept to a minimum.
L-Shaped Kitchen Kitchen
The L-shaped kitchen is excellent if you want maximum floor space. It usually allows you enough room to have space for a table. You can make the most of your space by having large corner units, for both the base and wall; this will allow you more storage space to store large items such as pots and pans, and other objects.
U-Shaped Kitchen Kitchen
The U-shaped kitchen lets you make use of 3 walls. You can achieve maximise storage space by making use of large corner units and wall units. It allows you enough floor space to move around comfortably.
Specifications - Corner Arrangments, Door and Unit Height Configurationclick here to download or view.
Assembly Instructions click here to download or view.To download file to disk right click the link above and select "save target as". To view PDF files you will require Adobe Reader. This is available for free from Adobe's website by clicking here