At all times, people tried to arrange the place where food was prepared as best as possible. After all, along with interpersonal relationships, well-prepared and beautifully presented food is one of the main sources of joy and vitality for a person.
The kitchen is an important place in our home. Therefore, the kitchen interior must be well thought out and organized.
Mandatory components of the kitchen interior are:
- Large and strong tabletop;
The countertop is both a functional element of your kitchen and part of its design.
- Conveniently located wall cabinets;
Modern manufacturers offer many options for kitchen design.
- A reliable stove that allows you to realize all the culinary plans of the housewife.
The stove is a fire element, a symbol of well-being and prosperity.
However, the reality is that the majority of the population of our country owns living space in typical multi-storey buildings, in which, often, the number of square meters of kitchen space is prohibitively far from ideal. Well, such are the costs of living in a big city, this problem is international.
It’s not just us, ordinary people, who want more space in the kitchen.
Furniture designers and designers are also constantly working on this issue.
Small kitchens
Optimization of internal space is a modern design solution to the problem of insufficient room dimensions. When arranging, in particular, small kitchens and striving to achieve beauty and the necessary functionality in them, you should be especially careful when choosing furniture.
These should be furniture models that help to properly simulate the existing cramped space.
Compact, but roomy and multifunctional furniture will help maximize the free space in the kitchen and make every square meter of the room useful.
Functional cabinet doors, a sliding carousel mechanism in corner cabinets, additional equipment for the main work table, holders for kitchen appliances, etc. - these are just some of the techniques for optimizing kitchen units. These basic techniques include a retractable table.
The fact that the dining table will no longer take up precious space in the kitchen is in itself a big plus.
The freed up space can be “given” to other large objects or left empty, thus adding space.
Manufacturing materials
Tables with a retractable table top are made from wood, chipboard, MDF, plastic, glass, artificial stone. The choice of the appropriate option depends on the design of the kitchen:
- Natural wood. It is characterized by high strength, durability, reliability, environmental safety, and aesthetically attractive appearance. The disadvantages of the material include heavy weight and high cost. In addition, the countertop will have to be regularly treated with special products to protect it from moisture.
- Chipboard. It will cost less than wood. Thanks to cladding, the performance properties of the material are significantly increased. The coating can imitate various textures and take on all kinds of colors.
- MDF. The properties of the boards are close to natural wood. Furniture withstands moisture better than laminated chipboard. The surface is covered with veneer or laminate.
- Plastic. It is light in weight and comes in a wide variety of colors. However, the material deforms at high temperatures and is not able to withstand heavy loads.
- Glass. Designs with a retractable table do not require complex maintenance, are not afraid of moisture, and visually expand and lighten the space. The material is fragile, cold, and makes sharp sounds when in contact with dishes.
- Fake diamond. Does not absorb moisture, lasts a long time, and can be easily cleaned from dirt. Main disadvantages: high cost, heavy weight. An acrylic table in the kitchen must be protected from sharp utensils and hot dishes.
Performance characteristics of sawing tables, nuances of choice
The color scheme of the furniture is selected in accordance with the interior of the room. A retractable table, decorated in light colors, can visually expand the space. It is for this reason that milky, beige, and white products are ideal for small spaces.
Tree
Glass
Fake diamond
laminated chipboard
Plastic
MDF
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Tips for choosing
High-quality furniture will ensure ease of work in the kitchen and reduce the time required for cooking and setting the table. When choosing a design with a retractable table, you should pay attention to several factors:
- Dimensions. The standard width of roll-out tables is 45–50 cm. Such models are designed for loads of up to 20 kg, some variations can withstand up to 30 kg, depending on the features of the fittings. There are large countertops with parameters of 1100 x 90 cm and a thickness of 15–20 mm. The designs are complemented by a support leg. Dimensional products are relevant for spacious rooms.
- Colors and design. Pull-out tables will become an original interior solution that will organically fit into any interior. The classics will be complemented by a luxurious wooden or stone model. Natural materials, light shades are relevant for country and Scandinavian style. Glass, plastic, metal finishes, as well as dark and bright colors look organic in a modern high-tech, modern kitchen.
- Quality of fittings, transformation mechanisms. Additional elements are made from reliable, durable materials; the ease of use of the structures depends on their characteristics. Roller and ball guides, metabox, cargo should work silently and smoothly. Many European brands produce furniture components. The leading position is occupied by the German company Kesseböhmer.
- Support. The stability of a retractable table in the kitchen will depend on the design features. Models with legs are considered the most practical and durable. They are functional and can withstand high loads.
Roll-out tabletops do an excellent job of decorative function. Work surfaces are hidden in bar counters and decorated with paintings and carvings. With such models, the kitchen looks interesting and fresh.
A kitchen set equipped with a retractable work surface is a practical, functional option. Additional tabletops are easy to use and can serve as a miniature table for a couple. Stylish models not only save space, but also make the interior brighter and more interesting.
A variety of unusual tables, non-standard shapes, colors and materials
Smart placement
Most often you can find horizontal sliding models that are mounted inside the outer cabinet (in the form of a shelf). Also, one part may well roll out of another.
Less commonly, vertical compositions are found, since standard sets cannot always accommodate the additional volume of the tabletop. For example: a children's version - a book. Inside such an instance it is advantageous to place a narrow basket for kitchen utensils, to the sides of which additional folding modules are attached.
“Carousel” systems are called corner products that slide out of the bedside table at the same time as the drawer. As a rule, they are embedded at the junction of two walls of a room. This option significantly saves kitchen space, beneficially filling only a free corner.
The photo of the retractable table shows several types of tabletops:
- on support legs, where one module is secured by a rotating mechanism under the working area, and legs on convenient wheels are attached to the other part;
- retractable stools that are hidden inside the facade of the kitchen furniture. To unfold it, you need to pull a special handle and the tabletop comes out along with the soft seat of the stool;
- a bar counter with an extension is usually made to order. To do this, a niche should be emptied on the side of the lowest drawer, and the complementary part should be removed from the end;
- The folding design is a more complex version of the mechanism, as it has a complicated type of fittings and quite large dimensions. The closed part will be lowered along the cabinet wall. Moreover, the magnitude of the expected load directly depends on the size of the fittings used.
