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Do not cook on the kitchen worktop whose height is ideal, it is not to respect and risk his health!
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There is not a height of the ideal kitchen worktop! There are ideal heights because the height must be adapted to the size of the one who does the cooking most often.
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So the first question you’re going to ask yourself is who cooks at your place. If the two members of the couple act equally, then it is necessary to plan two kitchen work plans! We are not joking! It is vital the height for your health!
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Kitchen worktop height because you move a lot in the kitchen
We spend a lot of time washing the ingredients in the sink, cutting them, preparing them, cleaning after … During his activities that take you about half an hour every time you prepare to eat, you bend, bend, you lift your shoulders, stretch, etc. To move is good but not to adopt a normal position for a long time, on a regular basis, it is not good.
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There is obviously the standard height of kitchen worktop that is about 87 cm. This height has not changed over the years. However, the size of the human being has increased over time. Today, we should expect a height of about 90 cm. We speak of course in general.
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In any case, the right height is the one that places the kitchen worktop at the height of the belt of the one who will make food.
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Height kitchen worktop: which and for what purpose?
There is another technique to measure the correct height of the work plan. Bend the arm at the elbow 90 degrees and still allow 10 to 15 cm under the forearm and above the height of the kitchen worktop for it to be ideal!
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Height worktop kitchen which is also bar
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What are the risks when working on a work plan that is not your size? You will simply have back pain. To avoid pain in the back, neck, shoulders, you must act right away!
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The right height is synonymous with comfort in every sense of the word. If your kitchen plan is higher, your kitchen furniture will be larger, which means it will have more storage drawers.
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The height of other appliances and furniture is an important point too. Before giving you the right steps, we invite you to follow some good general advice before you venture to build a kitchen. There are simply points to remember to ensure the most comfort possible. Ensure a safe workplace and comfort, your health depends on it!
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Height kitchen worktop: tips to take!
So you want to build a kitchen? The first reflex would be to seek advice from a specialist because it should not improvise in this matter. But following these tips can do the trick too. On the other hand, for any particular information related to safety and health, do not hesitate to turn to specialists!
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You have never asked yourself the question, but the layout follows rules concerning distances (height and depth), circulation, the triangle of activity and lighting.
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Triangle of activity in the kitchen
Let’s start with this last one! The triangle of activity is formed by the three pillars of the kitchen, namely the hotplates, the sink and the fridge. You can not stop moving from one of these three pillars to another when preparing food. Ideally, there should be an equal distance between the three points.
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The second journey to be made in the kitchen is important too. It is the one between the worktop where we put the dirty plates, the trash where we throw the leftovers, the sink to possibly rinse and the dishwasher. These points must also be close to each other. Cabinets, cabinets and drawers should also be near the dishwasher so you can store everything in one movement, if possible. Ideally, this path should be fast and easy.
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Height kitchen worktop and various other measures to respect
A third point concerns the heights of other equipment and especially household appliances. Thus, the oven should be at eye level. The bar shelf should be at the height of the elbows, between 110 and 115 cm.
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The exhaust hood should be installed approximately 60 cm above the hotplates to avoid colliding with the head. Storage cupboards must be accessible. The last shelf should be about 220 cm high.
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The fourth point to address, it would be the measures to respect in cooking if possible. Normally, you need room to turn, move. The work plan to be respected, that is to say the square between the major appliances installed must be a space of about 60 – 65 cm long minimum for more comfort.
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It would be really ideal if you have at least 70 cm of free space in front of the furniture. If the furniture or appliances are open, you will have more comfort when you have 90 cm. If you want to cook for two, the ideal would be to provide 120 cm to not be embarrassed.
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Kitchen lighting
The fifth essential point is light. Sunlight is not enough even during the day and even if your sink is placed under the window. Lighting is very important for any activity undertaken in the kitchen. A ceiling light can do the trick but if you can add directional spots, it would be even better!
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