I have 6' of space-how much space for sink cabinet, nail counter?
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47" from counter to counter. Is that enough space?
Comments (9)Our "aisle" has the island end with a 36" 3 drawer base across from the sink, dw, another drawer base. When one person is at the sink another can be at the island working and even opening drawers easily. No one has to scooch in or adjust body movements. If the dw door is open I can open both the top and middle drawers fully, the bottom drawer can open but not fully. The bottom drawer is not an issue though. The over lap is about an inch. I can still put things in and out with no issue. Typically I open the dw, unload onto the island, then put away from there. The drawer has never hit the dw door. If you have 47" you should be fine in my opinion. The extra 5 inches should take care of any possible overlap. Keep in mind that I can't read all of your post, as the right side is covered in ads for me. I did not understand ripleys post to you but I may be missing something. If it would help and can take some photos and post them. Let me know....See MoreHelp! How much space is between your upper cabinets and counter?
Comments (29)Mine are only 11.5! We re-used our 80 year old cabinets (all new insides and refinished) and in 1927 when they built houses, that's what they did. The downside -- very few appliances will fit under, but that's alright with me because I want them put away off the counter. The toaster and the Breville convection oven both fit (the Breville, just barely). The upside -- the plates and dishes inside are very easy to reach. I'm 5'3". Now 11 would be way too low for most people but going lower than the standard 18 can have its benefits....See MoreHow much quartz countertop space is needed around bathroom sink?
Comments (4)Thanks for answers. I am trying to locate a fabricator. My cabinet maker said he knew of some, but couldn't recommend them(!). I'm still waiting for the recommendation from my contractor. I wanted to use a brand called "Vadara", and they recommend I use one of their people. I suppose it might not matter too much which one I pick if it is warranteed....See MoreHow much counter space is recommended in a kitchen?
Comments (16)To add to the overwhelming response -- no, you do not have enough counterspace. All three primary work zones are being crammed into only 108". Yes, I used the word "crammed". You don't have near enough counterspace for working or safety, especially with the cooktop in the island. IF you want everything in a line (basically, a galley Kitchen), then you need at least: 1.5" counter overhang on the end of the island + 24" of safety buffer/emergency landing space + 30" cooktop + 36" counterspace - the bare minimum, 42" or more is much better + 30" sink base + 24" DW + 1" panel to attach the DW to + 1.5" counter overhang on the other end of the island =========== 148" (12'4") To have 42" instead of 36" for your Prep Zone, add 6" = 154" To also have a 36" sink base, add 6" If you want a decent amount of space for your Cleanup Zone for dirty dishes, etc., without them getting in the way of your meal prep/Prep Zone space, I recommend another foot on the DW side, at least. [Note that this is a bit more than you would need the run was against the wall b/c of the openness of the island.] If you have seating at the island, be sure you have at least 24" of space b/w the back of the cooktop and the edge of the seating overhang for safety. This buffer minimizes the chances of splattering your visitors with grease or inundating them with steam from boiling water. . Things to think about: With your Cleanup Zone in the island, you are putting your dirty dishes front and center and on display for everyone to see. Using the sink to stash them won't really be an option b/c you need the only sink for prepping and other activities. Are you OK with that? Some people claim they will change their habits and be sure to never have dirty dishes outside of the DW in their new Kitchens. Realistically, however, that won't happen. Unless you are militant about it now and have been for many years, it won't happen, at least not for long. What are your plans for venting? I hope to the outside (external). I also hope an overhead range hood, not a downdraft or, worse yet, none at all. Be aware that venting over an island is usually more expensive than against a wall. The hood has to be finished on all sides, be stronger to handle the more and stronger air currents, and larger overall (width of cooktop + 6" for total width and 27" deep). . If you would like some help planning your Kitchen, we need a fully measured floor plan of the space (as Virgil has also requested), a sketch of the entire floor the Kitchen is on, and a few other pieces of information. See the Layout Help FAQ thread from the Kitchens Forum for additional information. FAQ: How Do I Ask For Layout Help & What Information Should I Include? https://www.gardenweb.com/discussions/5500789/faq-how-do-i-ask-for-layout-help-what-information-should-i-include (Taken from the Kitchens Forum's "New to Kitchens? Read Me First!" thread.) Other useful thread from the Read Me thread: Kitchen Design Best Practice/Guidelines FAQ Threads: FAQ: Kitchen Work Zones, What Are They? https://www.gardenweb.com/discussions/5500762/faq-kitchen-work-zones-what-are-they FAQ: Aisle Widths, Walkways, Seating Overhangs, Work/Landing Space etc https://www.gardenweb.com/discussions/5500771/faq-aisle-widths-walkways-seating-overhangs-work-landing-space-etc FAQ: How Do I Plan For Storage? https://www.gardenweb.com/discussions/5500787/faq-how-do-i-plan-for-storage Humorous discussion of workflow and other layout topics: Looking for layout help? Memorize this first. http://ths.gardenweb.com/discussions/2699918/looking-for-layout-help-memorize-this-first...See Moremountainjuls
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