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If you have decided to add a bespoke kitchen in your house, you certainly have to do it right. Commissioning such a grand scheme is no easy business and you best mind your game if you wish to plan for success. There are many errors you can make in the process. You'll need some expert help, if you're to ensure everything goes well. Get in touch with K&I Kitchens for more info.

A Guide to Choosing Kitchen Appliances

While it is true that appliances alone don’t make a designer kitchen, you cannot deny that they are among the most important aspects of the room. If you think about it, the kitchen’s primary function is to prepare and cook meals, which is only done with the help of the right appliances.

When it comes to choosing appliances, you want to get them after settling on a layout. That is the best way to select the right design and measures. There are some compromises that you can make, as your budget is not endless and neither are the possibilities of the room. To set up a nice inventory of appliances, follow these guidelines:

• Oven – the main dilemma with ovens is whether to go with a convection oven or a traditional one. You know well that convection ovens are unrivalled when it comes to food preparation. Thanks to the fan the oven is equipped with, heat circulates inside and works on the food more efficiently. It is distributed more evenly, which means your food will be ready much sooner. If you are into baking, however, you will do well with a bake/broil/roast oven. A deluxe solution is to go with both of them, either stacked or side-by-side station.
• Cooktop – efficiency is the number one thing to go for with cooktops. The amount of heat lost from the burner pan is not used the way you like, so you should try to minimise it. It is estimated that gas cooktops lose about 40%, while induction cooktops are regarded as most efficient. Gas cooktops are quite popular, though some people make the mistake of disregarding the BTU – British thermal units. This is the energy content, which should be above 9200 units if you ever want to call your unit a serious one.
• Microwave – one of the drawbacks of microwaves is that they eat up the available space. Whether it is a built-in model or a freestanding one, space is one thing you need to consider. There is one alternative you can go for: a convection microwave that doubles up as a fast-speed oven.
• Dishwasher – drawer dishwashers are a convenient option. It is easy to load them, and they are flexible enough to be installed at various heights. Traditional dishwashers with pull down doors are also quite popular. With the option for a panelled design, they blend with the cabinets and contribute to a seamless look. If you have space, you can also add an economy-sized dishwasher for glassware.
• Fridge/freezer – Normally, freestanding fridges and freezers slide into space with only 6-7 inches beyond counter depth. However, there is always the option to buy a counter-depth model that pretty much looks like a built-in unit. Focus on choosing a unit with a nice compressor. Go for a dual-compressor, which may cost you more upfront, but will keep your food fresh longer. This is particularly important if you are a fan of organic food, which needs to stay fresh at all times.

These are the five most important appliances to get for your designer kitchen. Always remember that you will be using them quite a lot, so invest in quality and choose the type to fit your needs best.

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