Islands

If used for cooking, you should add storage space that will accommodate pots, pans and utensils that you use regularly, plus spices, which should be at hand. The kitchen island can also accommodate a pantry, a small refrigerator or refrigerated drawers that are ideal for people who cook a lot. Equipped with a hot plate, oven or even a grill, the island can become a complete cooking area. If you intend to use the island for cooking, be sure to book a work surface that is large enough to put up the dishes and plates. A lunch counter is often placed above the surface preparation. In this case, there must be a minimum setback of twelve inches to make room for stools.

American Heritage Rustica Kitchen Island Price: $1119 - $1469		Americana Antique White Sanded Distressed Kitchen Island Price: $623 Brand: Home Styles Furniture		Americana Black Kitchen Island Price: $428 - $643 Brand: Home Styles Furniture		Americana Cottage Oak Kitchen Island Price: $428 - $643 Brand: Home Styles Furniture
Americana Kitchen Island Price: $345 - $573		Antique Walnut Kitchen Island Price: $110 - $199 Brand: Winsome Wood		Artists Originals Moss Green Server Price: $559 Brand: Butler Specialty Company		Arts and Crafts Black Island Price: $582 Brand: Home Styles Furniture
Aspen Kitchen Island Price: $631 - $1000		Aspen Rustic Cherry Kitchen Island Price: $637 - $884 Brand: Home Styles Furniture		Baby Grand Work Center Price: $605 Brand: Catskill Craftsmen, Inc.		Baby Grand Work Center with Wine Rack Price: $645 Brand: Catskill Craftsmen, Inc.

Tips for Choosing Kitchen Islands

The kitchen island is not only a good solution to the lack of storage, but it can also add additional functionality to the kitchen.

Types of Kitchen Islands

Kitchen islands come in all sizes and forms. Two principles should guide you before opting for one type of island: the space you have and the functions that you need covered. One can, of course, just need a simple work surface for food preparation or cooking for two, but it is interesting to add certain extra features. The space you have will help you determine the options available to you.

The Dimensions

The island should not prevent traffic, but it also need to have an acceptable depth if it is to be functional. Make sure you have a minimum clearance of 36 inches around it and calculate a depth of two feet for the work plan. The height of the work plan is usually the same as the existing counters. If you plan to add a sink or cooktop, keep in mind that ideally, the sink, refrigerator and stove should form a triangle.

The Functions

If used for cooking, you should add storage space that will accommodate pots, pans and utensils that you use regularly, plus spices, which should be at hand. The kitchen island can also accommodate a pantry, a small refrigerator or refrigerated drawers that are ideal for people who cook a lot. Equipped with a hot plate, oven or even a grill, the island can become a complete cooking area. If you intend to use the island for cooking, be sure to book a work surface that is large enough to put up the dishes and plates. A lunch counter is often placed above the surface preparation. In this case, there must be a minimum setback of twelve inches to make room for stools.

The Style

The style of your kitchen should determine the style of the island. If your kitchen is contemporary in style, the island should adopt a contemporary design. When you choose the furniture and the coating of your kitchen island, you can choose to align it with your other cabinets, but you can also choose to go for a contrast. Laminate, wood and stainless steel are materials that lend themselves to different arrangements. Feel free to mix them using a type of material for furniture and another for the work surface.