What determines the choice of technology?
Which household appliances to choose for the kitchen will have to be decided by each housewife (or owner) independently.
Here, almost everything depends on the desire of the home cook to create unusual dishes or simply reheat ready-made semi-finished products. An equally important role is played by the composition of the family (you will still have to cook soups and porridge for a child, just like for older people) and the age of the household (old and young people may simply not be able to cope with sophisticated equipment).
The placement of household appliances in the kitchen also plays an important role. A small room simply cannot accommodate everything that a young housewife wants to put there.
The list of household appliances for the kitchen will also depend on the design style. Modern designs will only benefit from the maximum number of modern appliances, classics will cost only the necessary components, and ancient “rural” styles will require putting all equipment out of sight. And what is not removed will require decoration in a retro style.
Accommodate the Unaccommodated
Considering the area of our kitchens, built-in appliances sometimes become the only way to fit the necessary equipment into the room. It is for this purpose that there are two-burner hobs, appliances of non-standard width that can be placed however you like, as long as it is convenient for the owner (although this, of course, is more expensive).
Another plus, oddly enough, is the complete opposite of the previous one. This is the modularity of built-in kitchens. The fact is that standard kitchen modules, oriented for “built-in”, fully correspond to the standard sizes of equipment and, accordingly, it can be replaced, as long as the size is suitable.
The lack of cracks in a built-in kitchen has its downside. Of course, there is less dirt and dust here, but there is also less ventilation, therefore, equipment will break down more often. By the way, if the dishwasher breaks down, a flood is possible, and chipboard and even solid wood, if you have a solid wood kitchen, do not like water.
What will you need in the kitchen?
- Cooking, washing dishes, storing food - all these daily chores can be completely entrusted to modern technology.
- Of course, the most important appliances will be the refrigerator and stove.
- Lovers of homemade pies and baking meat or fish will find the oven useful.
- A mixer or blender will become a full-fledged assistant for lovers of complex desserts or connoisseurs of healthy eating. Just like a slow cooker.
- Coffee fans cannot imagine a morning without the slight hum of a coffee machine; tea lovers will definitely need an electric kettle.
- Those who are used to throwing food at themselves on the go will find a microwave oven useful, and lovers of fresh bread will be delighted with a bread machine.
- Today, buying household appliances for the kitchen will not be a big problem; it is much more important that they do not sit idle later, hinting at wasted money.
So, before purchasing another item for furnishing a home catering unit, you should think again about whether a new purchase is needed, and only after that go to a kitchen appliance store.
Bread makers
Another device that has become popular relatively recently. Ease of use, the ability to independently bake baked goods for almost any taste - all this has provided bread machines with an army of admirers.
This is a rather narrow niche, so we will highlight only the three best companies:
- Philips;
- Redmond;
- Gorenje.
When choosing this device, you need to proceed, first of all, from how often and how much bread you plan to bake. Depending on these two parameters, you can then select different options.
Perhaps you want to know more about how to choose a bread maker.
Cooktop coatings
Today's slabs have several types of coating.
The enameled surface is low cost and can come in several colors, although preference is given to the traditional white color. But such a stove will not last a relatively long time: falling heavy objects will certainly cause cracks and chips of the enamel, and cleaning powders can leave scratches that spoil the appearance of the stove.
Stainless steel coverings look very stylish and modern, but require even more attention from the owner. Any drops of water and even fingerprints are clearly visible on the shiny material, so maintaining a decent appearance of the slab can be a big problem.
Glass ceramics will be a wonderful assistant to the housewife. It can support several cooking programs and have multifunctional burners. An important role when choosing glass ceramics is played by its rapid heating and the inability to get burned by accidental touch.
The disadvantages of such a convenient coating are the high price of the material itself and cleaning products for it. Regular powders and brushes can cause irreparable damage to the surface.
Kettle
Electric kettles are not indispensable, since water can easily be boiled on the stove. However, these devices speed up the process. When choosing a suitable model, you need to pay attention to the case material.
- Plastic cases are made from food grade plastics marked PP and PS. Requires replacement every 3-4 years.
- Glass is absolutely safe for health, in addition, this product looks aesthetically pleasing. However, the glass gets very hot and there is a risk of breaking the product.
- Stainless steel is environmentally friendly. This case is highly durable, but requires delicate care.
- Ceramics are safe, and scale does not settle on it.
Dishwasher
A dishwasher is definitely a useful thing. She will do an excellent job with the least favorite task of all housewives.
However, many owners of this equipment do not use it very often. It is much faster and more efficient in terms of saving natural resources to wash a couple of plates the old-fashioned way, using a sponge and liquid. So it makes sense to buy such equipment for a large or welcoming family, where a lot of dishes accumulate.
Repair issue
And of course, the question of repair remains open if this or that device breaks down. To get, for example, a dishwasher or, even worse, a refrigerator out of a cabinet, you have to disassemble it almost entirely. That is why the premium segment of built-in appliances has long been committed to making repairs easier, when, for example, in Sub Zero & Wolf refrigerators, the most important technological components are brought directly into the chamber, and in order to change them, it is not even necessary to call a technician. But when at least brands from the middle price segment (not to mention affordable technology) will follow their example is unknown. Still, innovation requires time and serious investment.
So, to summarize: almost any plus of built-in technology has its downside, which allows us to consider it as a minus. Ultimately, everyone chooses for themselves, and the market will decide for us. And the trend here is clear: built-in technology should continue to develop, while stand-alone technology should follow the path of compromise.
Small equipment
Small household appliances for the kitchen have become so firmly established in everyday life that they are simply not noticed as separate items. Until it breaks. Despite its not very honorable name, this technique is capable of qualitatively facilitating household work.
Conventionally, all these inconspicuous kitchen helpers can be divided into two groups. The first will include things that are used every day, the second will include items that can lie somewhere in a cabinet for weeks.
Freeing the tabletop
It should be taken into account that you can build in not only large appliances, but also a microwave, coffee maker, mixer, blender or even a toaster. It’s a small thing, but it’s nice, because, for example, in my kitchen all the countertops, as well as part of the window sill, are filled with small kitchen devices. And something else, like a juicer, “lives” on the mezzanine. If only she had been at hand, you see, we would drink freshly squeezed juice more often.
Today, the dishwasher does not have to be located next to the sink.
On the other hand, “garages” or “parking lots” for equipment also clutter up the kitchen countertop quite well, but they are much cheaper than, for example, a built-in coffee maker.
Another point that a built-in kitchen allows you to take into account is the frequency of use of the appliance. Let's give an example: you live alone or together with a girlfriend/boyfriend. You, of course, do not need a large refrigerator, since you eat mainly in the city or order food from restaurants, and at home you drink coffee or “various Baikal drinks.” It makes sense to buy a small refrigerator, doesn’t it? By integrating it into your kitchen, you create a workspace both above and below it - and can make great use of it.
Microwave
The microwave oven does not take up much space; it can even be placed on a windowsill or put away on a shelf. At the same time, the device does an excellent job of heating cold food, defrosting supplies, and preparing simple dishes.
Sometimes a stove replaces an oven, but in this case it will require a little more money. This option will perfectly help families who do not have a large kitchen where they could put an oven.
Mobility
Beauty requires sacrifice, and built-in equipment will always be in its place. If you suddenly decide to remodel your kitchen, moving the addition will be problematic. In some cases, you will be able to disassemble and move the kitchen cabinet to another location, in others - not.
The solo refrigerator can be moved wherever you want - even to another corner, even to another room or corridor.
Multicooker
The compact device will replace many other kitchen appliances. He can cook, steam, fry, stew, bake and coat food with a golden brown crust.
The miracle device does not require supervision over its actions and will cope with the preparation of healthy and tasty dishes even during the absence of its owners, preparing aromatic porridge just for breakfast or stewing meat for dinner.
The only inconvenience will be the appearance of the device. And its cost.
Electrolux LFG9525S
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Characteristics
- drainage/circulation
- Max. capacity 600 cubic meters m/h
- LED lamp
- mechanical control
- power 52 W
- fully built into a wall cabinet
The third level of the TOP is occupied by Electrolux LFG9525S. Stylish design model with bright LED lamps located on the front panel. The Elica Lane is inferior in air removal power , but superior to the models described in the rating - 600 cubic meters. m/h.
It operates at three speeds, which are switched using a slide switch. The same switch is provided to turn on the backlight. The hood is quite noisy, especially at high power – 63 dB. To operate in circulation mode, you will need a carbon filter .
Pros:
- Design.
- Non-marking body. Easy cleaning.
- Large, bright lamps.
- Removes air well.
Minuses:
- At maximum power it is noisy.
Price - from 11,000 rubles . At an affordable price, Electrolux has high performance, bright lighting, stylish design and convenient controls. Elica Lane is inferior in noise and power levels. It does not have automatic speed control or other features. According to reviews, this model is optimal in terms of price-quality ratio. And almost all owners of this model recommend it for purchase.
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Electric kettle
An inexpensive device will wonderfully replace old kettles that puff on the stove for a long time. It only takes a couple of minutes to provide its owner with boiling water, and the self-shutdown function will make this process a completely safe event. The kettle is not large in size, so it will find a place in the smallest kitchen.
A wide variety of models will help you choose a household appliance based on size, appearance, and price. However, cheap models usually do not last long.
Fridge
First of all, you need to decide where to install the refrigerator. According to the instructions, there should be a small space between the walls of the unit and other objects to ensure air circulation. In addition, the distance to the outlet should not exceed 1 meter, and the door should open from the side of the stove and worktop - this is more convenient.
The free space is carefully measured vertically, width and depth. Centimeters are added to the gaps, after which you can decide on a specific model. For small kitchens, tall, two-chamber models are recommended. With a large volume, they occupy a minimum area. However, for small families or single people, you can choose mini-models that are installed under countertops.
Double-chamber refrigerators are divided into two main types:
- cooling compartment on top, freezer below;
- French and American-made products with identical chambers located nearby.
Today, models with a “freshness zone” are gaining popularity, which allows you to preserve fresh herbs, vegetables and fruits for a long time, and chilled foods are stored at the optimal temperature.
If frozen food is not in demand in the family, then a single-compartment refrigerator with a small built-in freezer in the upper part is perfect. Well, for families who prefer to freeze food instead of canning it, manufacturers offer separate freezers and chests with different volumes.
Calculating the minimum volume required for a family is quite simple. It is necessary to use the formula: 120 liters - the basic volume for one person, to which 60 liters are added for each additional family member. That is, for four households a model with a volume of 300 liters is sufficient.
Interesting models are equipped with electronic controls and Wi-Fi. They can be controlled remotely while away using a smartphone app. However, before purchasing, you should think: are such functions needed in real life?
Photos of household appliances for the kitchen
Cost of kits
The cost of equipment depends on its size, manufacturer and additional functions. The list shows the average cost of devices from well-established brands:
- dependent set of hob and oven - from 40 to 60 thousand rubles;
- hob – from 10 to 45 thousand rubles;
- oven - from 15 to 40 thousand rubles;
- microwave oven – 18-25 thousand rubles;
- refrigerator - 25-60 thousand rubles.
This is the average cost of class A and A- equipment. Manufacturers lower in the rating sell devices at a more budget price.
