Designing your dream kitchen may actually be easier if you've cooked in some not-so-dreamy kitchen until now. In addition to coming up with the ideal layout for you, you'll want to find spaces for all your favorite tools. Finally, you'll want to figure out how to make the tasks that you don't enjoy a bit easier.
Cabinets
When buying cabinets, it's important to consider the type of cook you are. For example, if you're a messy, hands-on cook who likes to mix meatloaf with your fingers, then the handles on your sink and your cabinets should allow plenty of clearance. There are many different cabinet styles to choose from. Shaker style cabinets are becoming increasingly popular as well as traditional cabinets, which are usually very detailed. Remember, the more ornate the surface, the more grooves you'll need to keep clean.
Countertops
When deciding on your countertops, remember that it's easier to go forward than backward. If you had laminate countertops and want to go with granite or stone, you'll easily get in the habit of setting a hot pan on the countertop and not suffering any damage. However, if you're trying to go from stone back to laminate, you'll need to be very careful to avoid that habit. The best option may be to go with quartz countertops for the long term. This surface is made of quartz, pigments and resin to create a very durable, nonporous surface.
Storage of Tools
It's absolutely critical that you lay out your kitchen in the way that works best for you and organize accordingly. If you're tall, put the things you use regularly on the upper shelves and put your Christmas dishes in the black hole by the stove. If you need the storage in the bottom, add some shelves that slide out so you're not standing on your head looking for a particular platter. Short cooks can put a glass panel in their upper cabinets to display their prettiest dishes and use those lower cupboards for daily items. In addition, do your best to make unpleasant tasks fast. If you hate emptying the dishwasher, do it while the coffee brews, and make sure that the bulk of your everyday dishes are stored close to the appliance.
No matter how much fun you have while cooking incredible recipes, this is a working room and you deserve features and a layout that will be efficient for you. This will allow you to conveniently spend your time doing what you love.
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