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It's an on going project, but organizing kitchen countertops and keeping them clear of clutter will serve you well in more ways than one. Not only does a clear or well-ordered worktop result in a much smarter looking kitchen overall, but it also frees up cooking space and makes for an easy clean-down afterwards. 

While there is a case for leaving a few everyday essentials out on the side, minimalism is key when it comes to organizing a kitchen – and especially countertops where everything is on display. 

The less you can leave out the better. Those items that do make the grade should not only be functional, but beautiful too, worthy of a well-thought-out display that not only creates a smoother cooking experience but brings aesthetic value to your kitchen.  

From curated groupings and stylish storage ideas to top decluttering tips, we’ve compiled a list of steps you can take when organizing kitchen countertops – with a little help from the experts – to ensure they stay organized, and beautifully organized, at that. 

Organizing kitchen countertops

Organizing kitchen countertops is, in truth, a never-ending chore. Clearing it of clutter is a daily task, but you do need to rethink your kitchen countertop ideas once every few months to ensure that what's out is a) good-looking and/or b) useful. Make sure you consider other countertops, too. These ideas are also handy for laundry room organization and utility room organization. 

1. Do a daily declutter 

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‘Because the kitchen is often the heart of the home, lots of ‘stuff’ tends to accumulate; bills that need paying, kids' schoolwork, reusable grocery bags, etc. To ensure countertops remain neat, tidy and well-organized, we urge our clients to declutter at least once a day,’ says Kate Pawlowski, professional organizer and co-founder of Done & Done Home .  

‘Relocate anything that belongs elsewhere, put dirty dishes in the dishwasher and wipe down every flat surface – this five-minute task sets you up for the following day’. 

2. Have much used utensils to hand

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If you’re short on drawer space, keep utensils such as spatulas and wooden spoons on the counter, too. Stash them in a purpose-made container or improvise with a tall jug, and follow the rule on handedness, positioning this to the right of the stove if you’re right handed and the other side if you favor the left.

3. Group much used ingredients on countertops

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What you always need when you’re cooking might be stored there also, but don’t locate these supplies directly on the surface. ‘Use trays to gather oils, condiments etc,’ says Kate Hatherell, founder of The Interior Designers Hub . ‘Not only does this look visually better, but it is super important especially if you have porous worktops like stone. ’

4. Keep much used appliances out

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Assess any small appliances first: those that are used daily or very often (say the toaster and coffee machine) can stay out; those that aren’t use as frequently (say the slow cooker) should go away into a cupboard (but don’t forget the store low rule if an item you’re tidying away is heavy). If you have a coffee machine on show, you might want to keep supplies along with it on the counter so you can brew up easily in the morning perhaps along with what you need for making tea.  

5. But put other kitchen appliances away

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Minimalism is key when it comes to organizing kitchen countertops. ‘A kitchen full of gadgets is not conducive to a calm, organized space,’ says Helen Parker, creative director at deVOL . ‘My advice is to be very selective with what you purchase – buy appliances seldomly but make what you do buy good. A really beautiful coffee maker on display is far more impressive than a random plethora of stuff you’ve inherited, bought or been gifted. ' 

A good rule to go by is to only keep out gadgets you use daily – store the rest away. It’s worth remembering that kitchen storage ideas don’t have to be in the cooking zone. Think outside of the kitchen – particularly if you’re looking for small kitchen storage ideas. ‘I have a sideboard in the dining room, right next to my kitchen, where I store my bulky crockpot and air fryer,’ says Alexandra, co-founder and interior designer at Clairrow . I don’t use them every day and relocating them means I free up both countertop and storage space’. 

If you’re rethinking kitchen layout ideas, consider having as many appliances built in as possible. Think about opting for a hot water tap – that way you won’t need to factor in a kettle.

6. Stick to a scheme  

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 As well as investing in good-quality (and good-looking) appliances, it’s worth taking material and color choices into account, too when organizing kitchen countertops. 

‘It’s helpful to buy counter appliances in a color similar to your wall, tiles and countertops so they blend into their surroundings’, says Stephanie Nix, kitchen designer at Neptune .  

Professional organizer Darla DeMorrow not only agrees, she suggests you apply this tactic more widely: ‘As well as appliances, I’d also stick to a single color across soap, sponges and anything else you have out on show; this makes for an orderly look and creates an overall feeling of calm.'  

7. See the beauty in the everyday 

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It’s worth bearing in mind that a totally clutter-free kitchen can look stark – not to mention somewhat impractical. You’ll want to inject some personality, it is a living kitchen, after all. According to Heather Hoerzen, design editor at Havenly , the trick is to choose items that are all about form, as well as function. 

‘While I’m all for pragmatic kitchen countertop organization, it’s more than worth it to invest in and display everyday items that not only get the job done but look beautiful while doing it. Good examples include a marble pestle and mortar, vintage-inspired salt and pepper grinders, richly grained wooden cutting boards, a ceramic garlic stash, woven baskets for storing produce and a crafted wooden dish scrub’.

The same goes for utensil holders and coffee canisters, too — you'll want both of these on your countertop for ease, but it's important to ensure they look the part.

8. Create artistic displays 

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Similarly, it’s important to put as much thought into how you display individual items on your countertops as you do the items themselves. Meaningful, artistic arrangements can add aesthetic value while still contributing towards an organized, efficient workspace.  

‘We often recommend pairing a large linear item like a cutting board with a horizontal item, such as a few stacked cookbooks. Then introduce a couple of sculptural items, such as a bowl of lemons or salt and pepper mills. Voila! Useful, organized and so pretty’, says Heather. 

9. Group items together on trays  

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As we’ve established, a less cluttered worktop makes for a well-organized one. A tray reads as one item on a countertop as opposed to several, not to mention it brings like-items together nicely – something experts always advise doing when you are organizing kitchen cabinets.  

Interior stylist and author of The New Mindful Home (Laurence King Publishing), Joanna Thornhill recommends them for storing your most-used ingredients for cooking. ‘You can use trays to contain key condiments such as oils and seasonings, alongside spreads or salad dressings which don’t require refrigeration, and it allows everything to be lifted up in one go when you need to wipe down the sides,’ she says.  

As well as looking better visually, it protects your countertops from spillages – particularly important if you have a porous material, such as marble.  

Where you position your groupings is also important. Think about how you move around your kitchen daily. It makes sense to place a jar of utensils next to the cooker where they’re easy to grab, for example. Follow the rule on handedness and position on a countertop to the right of the stove if you’re right-handed, and to the left otherwise.

10. Choose stylish storage for smaller items

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Instead of organizing kitchen drawers to create more space when they are perhaps already over-burdened, consider countertop storage that you don't mind having on show.  

‘Woven baskets, bread containers or other decorative boxes also work really well to hide clutter. You can store small items like daily vitamins and supplements in a larger decorative container to hide the visual clutter and access easier than in a deep cabinet,’ says Stephanie. 

To maximize on space, opt for storage ideas with a thin profile – think small risers, vertically stacked jars and fine-metal grid baskets, for example. Choose the same style of storage, or pieces that look good when grouped together, for a coherent look. 

11. Decant dried food into containers 

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Storing cooking supplies on your countertop is practical, but too much food packaging out on show can look garish. Joanna advises decanting dried foods into tightly sealed glass storage jars, just as you might if organizing a pantry, and we’re fans of using transparent containers when organizing a refrigerator and organizing a chest freezer, too.

On the countertop, glass jars make for a stylish display, plus ensure it is easy to spot when you’re running low on ingredients.  

‘Use a chalk label to write on any best-before dates as well as the product type, to keep things organized,’ she recommends. 

Thinking of organizing spices this way? Keeping them out of the light is recommended, so think of putting them into kitchen cabinets, or stashing them neatly as part of organizing deep pantry shelves instead.

12. Make wall space work overtime  

An easy way to claim back workspace – especially if you’re organizing a small kitchen – is to think vertically. A cumbersome knife block can be replaced by a kitchen organizer such as a wall-mounted magnetic strip for example, while bulky cook books are better suited to wall-mounted shelves rather than stacked on your counters. 

While open kitchen shelving ideas are the obvious go-to for clearing countertop clutter, the humble hook has the potential to add flair to your kitchen design, whether hung from a rail or simply mounted on a wall. They can even be used for organizing pots and pans.

‘Hooks are one of the most creative (and homely) solutions. They can turn your apron collection into textured wall art, your chopping boards into wooden focal points and your backsplash into an untapped storage spot, all while freeing up other space too’, says Al Bruce, founder of Olive & Barr . 

13. Hide behind closed doors 

‘Modern kitchen design features such as bi-folding breakfast cupboards enable countertop items such as appliances, storage caddies and food containers to be hidden away yet still easily accessible for an uncluttered finish that frees up countertop space’, says George Forsyth, director of Drew Forsyth & Co . 

You could also look to your dresser or pantry for extra worktop space: ‘You can have these fitted with outlets at the back so you can store and use appliances, then simply close the doors on clutter,’ says Emma Cowburn, kitchen designer at Harvey Jones . Pantry organizers can be used to keep foodstuffs and other items neat in here, too.

When it comes to organizing under the sink – we’re talking dish detergent, sponges, dishwasher tablets, cleaning products, etc – store them in caddies attached to the inside of the under-sink cabinet so they’re hidden out of sight but still close to hand. 

How do I keep my kitchen counters clutter free? 

As the hub of the home, the kitchen tends to accumulate a lot of ‘stuff’, so a daily declutter is essential for keeping counters clear. Move everything back to its original position, file bills, receipts, mail and any other paperwork that’s come in that day, put dirty plates in the dishwasher and wipe down surfaces. 

Keep appliances to a minimum, just one or two that you use every day, such as a sleek coffee machine. Store the rest behind closed doors. Try to arrange items in deliberate groupings where you can, ideally on a tray to keep them as one – tea and coffee making essentials, cooking oils and seasonings, for example. Decant items from their packaging into coordinating containers where you can. Smaller items can be stored together neatly in stylish storage boxes – designate one for your keys and wallet rather than leaving them out on the side. 

Whether it’s a portable kitchen island or freestanding kitchen, creating more countertop space is one way to ensure you avoid a cluttered feel, particularly in a small kitchen. Similarly, a slimline trolley positioned at the end of a run of units is handy for keeping jars, packets and cartons off counters but still within easy reach. 

What should be left out on kitchen counters? 

A kitchen must foremost be functional, so it’s inevitable that some items will remain out – not to mention a totally clutter-free kitchen can look a little stark. However, err towards clearer countertops, particularly if you’re following Marie Kondo’s advice on organizing a small kitchen.

When making your decision, ask yourself two questions – do you use it everyday? Secondly, is it attractive? If the answer is yes to both, then it’s a contender.  

Ultimately, you’re looking for items that combine form and function, to ensure your kitchen remains both stylish and practical. Vintage-inspired salt and pepper grinders, richly grained wooden cutting boards, a ceramic food waste pot, for example. 

Cooking ingredients are handy when left within easy reach but group them together on trays to avoid a cluttered feel and rid yourself of packaging by decanting dried goods into glass jars. Similarly for utensils and knives, invest in an attractive container or block, or consider a wall-mounted magnetic strip or rail and hooks as storage options instead. 

When it comes to appliances, the same questions apply, but stick to just one or two – a good-looking coffee machine can make a striking statement when allowed to take pride of place.

For 10 years, Tara King worked as a Content Editor in the magazine industry, before leaving to become freelance, covering interior design, wellbeing, craft and homemaking. As well as writing for Ideal Home, Style at Home, Country Homes & Interiors, Tara’s keen eye for styling combined with a passion for creating a happy – and functional – family home has led to a series of organization and cleaning features for H&G.  

15 Simple Kitchen Counter Organization Tips to Create a Space You Love

“Being organized is knowing what you have and where to find it,” explains Laura Cattano, a professional organizer based in New York. 

“It's also about being in control of what you have and creating a flow through your home so things are where you need them,” continues Cattano, whose work has been featured by publications including The New York Times, Domino, and Vogue.

And one of the most important areas of your home to keep tidy and organized is your kitchen counter space. If your kitchen countertops are unorganized, there’s less space to get things done, and day-to-day tasks like cooking can become more stressful than needed. But on the flipside, an organized kitchen counter can go a long way to creating an enjoyable environment.

“All things have energy,” says Cattano. “And when things are in the right spot it can dramatically change the feeling of a space. Things are like puzzle pieces, in the box they're a mess, when they're all in the right spot a beautiful picture emerges. ”

So how can you turn your kitchen counters from a chaotic puzzle of everyday items like mail, keys, wallets, and shopping lists, into a beautiful, zen-like space? Read on for our best tips, and some of Laura Cattano’s expert advice. 

Why organization matters in the kitchen

“Having your space set up for how you live takes away the thinking when you have to clean up and put things away - they just go back where you found it, saving you time and mental exertion,” says Cattano. 

“To me, there's no worse feeling than searching for something you know you have like your keys. It's metally taxing and physically stressful. your home and your things should help you do something not stress you out.”

“To me, there's no worse feeling than searching for something you know you have like your keys. It's metally taxing and physically stressful. your home and your things should help you do something not stress you out.”

But it’s easy for your kitchen counters to fill with unwanted clutter, like yesterday’s mail, and those cookbooks you’ll never use but don’t want to throw out. But keeping your counters organized can have plenty of benefits. Here’s what the research says: 

An Indiana University study found that spending time cleaning your home can actually do more for your health than a quick walk outside. Further to this, a study from 2010 found that the way people describe their homes could reflect whether their time at home feels restorative or stressful. 

And in 2011, researchers at Princeton University discovered that clutter can make it hard to concentrate on a singular task. So if you have a cluttered kitchen, you may find it harder to give your full attention to cooking or anything else. 

So where should you start? 

Cattano’s process starts with you. “Being organized is also about clarifying how you want to live, how you want a space to feel and then only keeping things and taking new things in your life to help you achieve that,” she says. 

“It's about taking control over the things you already have and more importantly how you take new things into your life. what greater benefit is there over having a feeling of control".

When organizing an area, you should also think about the experiecne of doing something in that space. "The experience should be graceful, intuitive, and easy," says Cattano. "When it's set up like that, flowing through the space and doing things with ease automatically puts you at ease. Think about how certain spaces automatically make you feel better while others don't. take note of those spaces and what you like about them so you can replicate those things in your own space."

15 Kitchen counter organization tips

If you want to reclaim this prized space and create a clean, organized countertop, the organization tips in this post will help to make your kitchen feel like a place you enjoy spending time and cooking meals. 

So here's how to get the most out of your kitchen counter space, starting with five tips from our expert organizer, Laura Cattano.

1. Create zones [from Laura Cattano]

“When organizing a kitchen, create zones: prepping, cooking, serving,” explains Cattano. “Sort your things into those categories and store where it makes the most sense.” For example: 

“Create stations for specific things that you do on a regular basis like coffee, tea, or smoothies,”  continues Cattano. “Store everything you would need to do that task like glasses, spoons, ingredients, etc in one space most often in the cabinet above the coffee machine or blender.”

When it comes to storing items on your counters, Cattano advises you to “put things on the counter in a way that makes the most sense for how and when those things are being used. Think about what you use the most and would actually like to see everyday.”

2. Create more space with shelf risers

Open Spaces Shelf Risers

Shelf risers are a great way to create a little more space in your kitchen. Shelf risers will enable you to make more space on your counters (or in your cupboards) and help you to keep your kitchen surfaces neat and organized. 

The Shelf Risers from Open Spaces offer a beautiful and simple way to double the surface area available on your countertop.

3. Think about ease of access when storing items [from Laura Cattano]

“If you have a small kitchen with limited storage and prefer not having things on the counter, either create space in a closet or get a chest of drawers or a closed cabinet that can be stored near the kitchen so not every cabinet is jam filled with stuff making it harder to get things in and out,” explains Cattano. 

“Ease of use is important to think about when setting up storage; being able to get things in and out of a cabinet or drawer easily will just make you more inclined to cook.”

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4. Make countertop storage appear intentional [from Laura Cattano]

“If you like to have a few spices or oils on the counter next to the oven, remember that oils go bad when exposed to light, so unless the oil is in a tin, or dark colored glass you may want to invest in a smaller bottle that you can refill when needed. A tray is a great way to corral these things and make it look intentional and that you didn't just leave these things out.”

5. Explore decorative storage options [from Laura Cattano]

“I love using decorative storage vs something that is strictly for the kitchen," says Cattano. "For example a utensil holder vs using a ceramic pot or large vase. it can give a space a more personal feel.”

To increase the storage capacity of a countertop but not have to actually see everything, vintage bread boxes look great and can hold anything - not just bread.

6. Create additional space under cabinets [from Laura Cattano]

"Under cabinet drawers and holders that can easily mount to the bottom of most cabinets (not ones with integrated lighting) that can store knives, spices, wine glasses, simultaneously saving room in the existing drawers and cabinets while not taking up precious counter space," explains Cattano.

7. Create a set space for everyday items

Almost every kitchen has a little clutter, and no matter how hard you try, it's difficult to keep your counters 100% free from a little mishmash of mail and everyday essentials like phones, keys and wallets. But what you can do is create a set space for these items.

By having a set space to lay your keys and other items that regularly move in and out of your kitchen, you can begin to forge positive habits of keeping things in one place. This also helps to make sure you don’t have to dash around looking for stuff before you leave the house. 

For example, Gather from Ugmonk is a modular organizer that can help you to win the battle against clutter and make your counters feel a little more structured.
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8. Marie Kondo your kitchen 

If you want to keep your kitchen counters organized, you might need to get a little ruthless and get rid of anything you don’t really need. 

So why not give your kitchen a spring clean? Even if clutter is hidden in your drawers or cupboards, it can easily spill out onto your counters. Run through your everything you store in your kitchen — yes, even that random “stuff” drawer you have — and ask yourself: 

Most kitchens tend to have at least a few things you can get rid of such as old or duplicate utensils and rarely opened cookbooks.

9. Use kitchenware that’s designed to save space

Caraway's magnetic storage rack.

Over recent years, a number of modern kitchenware brands have launched. Many of these brands have thoughtfully designed products with the goal of helping you to save space and keep your kitchen organized. 

For example: 

When it comes to buying cookware, look for products that will help you to keep clear, organized counters.

10. Showcase your cookware…

These days cookware products can be rather eye-catching. Especially feature-pieces like the dutch oven by Milo or the aesthetically pleasing Always Pan from Our Place.

When you’re not using these items you can showcase them neatly on your stovetop, or if you have space they can also look great on your counters — remember organization isn't so much about having less on your counters, but how the elements of your kitchen are arranged.

11. … or hide it in the oven

An alternative, to free up space in your cupboards and counters, you can store larger cookware items like pots and pans in the oven. This keeps them out of sight and when the over is in use you can quickly place any unused pans on the stove or counter.

12. Create a pleasing aesthetic by spacing items

One of the main goals of kitchen counter organization is to create a calming, welcoming space. One way to do this is to think carefully about the way you space items sitting on your worktop. For example, check out how the white pots are spaced in the kitchen above.

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13. Hang cooking utensils and pans

Most kitchens have a little wall space. And if you want to ensure your kitchen essentials like utensils and skillets are easily on-hand and not cluttering up your counters, you could try hanging them above your stove — or in any free wall space you have.

14. Have an inbox/outbox

Most of the clutter in my kitchen tends to be mail, paperwork or things in transition — stuff I need to post, letters I need to open, or books that need to go back on shelves. 

One of the best ways to stop this type of clutter is to create a space for it. Having an inbox or basket close to your kitchen door for anything that’s just passing through will help to keep your counters clear and organized.

15. Use shelves to create more space

To keep your counters nice and organized, you could look upwards and create more storage space using shelves. A shelf can also be a great way to organize one of the key zones — cooking, prep, serving — or to showcase some of your favorite cookware and accessories.

Are you ready to make the most of your kitchen counter space?

Organized counters can make a world of difference to how your kitchen feels and hopefully some of the tips above have helped spark a few ideas on how you can make the most of the space you have.

Thanks again to Laura Cattano for the expert tips and advice shared in this article. Find out more about Laura on her website or follow her Instagram for organizational design tips.

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Ash Read

Ash is the founder of Living Cozy. He's been featured by publishers like MyDomaine, Realtor, Real Homes, Architectural Digest, The Spruce, Homes and Gardens, and more. As a writer his work has appeared in publications like FastCompany, TNW, and Entrepreneur.

Kitchen table. How to choose the most comfortable? – tips and ideas Shatura

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Size matters

To simplify the selection of kitchen tables, we have collected the following characteristics: size, design, decorative elements, manufacturer and shape of the table. It is these 5 characteristics that more often need to be paid attention to, so that later the kitchen table becomes one of the most pleasant places in an apartment or house. Where you can discuss current affairs, laugh at daddy's joke and have a nice lunch.

The size of the table is in harmony with the size of the kitchen. For obvious reasons, it is clear that in a large kitchen a small table is not needed, and in a small kitchen a table for 8 people will take up all the free space. At the same time, the larger the kitchen, the more refined the table can be chosen. A table with additional accessories will look out of place in a small kitchen. But a stylish kitchen table can be picked up for a small kitchen, if you search.

Design and decor: Spartan simplicity or sophistication of noblemen?

From the general style of the kitchen, the design of the table and its decoration are selected. If the kitchen is an easel for you, and while eating you are a real Picasso, feel free to purchase the avant-garde. If the whole kitchen is decorated in a classic style, then it makes sense to look at models of this class and design. And do not experiment with high-tech style.

The color scheme of the dining table should harmoniously complement the kitchen set. However, if the kitchen is designed in a particular style that you feel, then you can choose the color of the table, which will stand out significantly from the overall range.

A special place on the market is occupied by kitchen tables with tiles. The table top, which is lined with ceramic tiles, looks so good that there is no doubt about the practicality of such a table. Such furniture is able to bring its own "flavor" to the design of the kitchen with an original design. Do not forget about the practicality of ceramic tiles. Indeed, on the table they often cut, crumble and even spill various liquids.

Manufacturer: cheap and… beautiful

Cheap furniture can be beautiful and comfortable. This statement boldly applies to kitchen tables that can be made in Russia. If you look at the countries, then Italian tables are traditionally distinguished by their classic incarnation and quality. Accordingly, the cost of such tables is high.

Chinese furniture is cheaper than Italian and Russian furniture. But at the same time, it suffers from the side of quality and implementation. The optimal ratio of cost and quality is provided by furniture manufacturers from Russia and Belarus. At the same time, such tables are durable, which is important for the Russian consumer.

Table shape: rectangle or circle?

Depending on the way of thinking and the current design of their own kitchen, it is common for the owner or hostess to choose tables of different shapes. If the interior of the kitchen as a whole is smoothed, then you should pay attention to a round or oval dining table. If the kitchen has a lot of corners, then rectangular and square options are more suitable.

If there are children in the house, it is better to choose round or rectangular tables. They are safe for children in terms of injury.

Table materials include metal, solid wood, stone and chipboard. Financial opportunities and the interior can have an impact on the material. Indeed, for a kitchen made of metal and glass, you will not pick up a table made of Italian oak. However, for an ordinary kitchen, you can buy a glass table that will give even a busy kitchen visual freedom.

To purchase a kitchen table, all of the above parameters must be taken into account. You can easily choose a kitchen table in our catalogs, as well as on this website in the appropriate section.

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Of the dining tables?

What is most often used in the production of dining sets? In fact, there are many materials that allow you to make a kitchen table. But the most important thing is that all of them allow you to make a truly high-quality product. Of course, there are also very cheap options (for example, chipboard), but they are not of particular interest, because we are talking about making a table for your family, which means that you cannot save on quality.

Wood

What can be said about this variant. This is a classic in its true form. A kitchen table made of solid wood always looks luxurious. Many prefer wood only because this material is easy to process, allows you to create one or another shape, fit it to the required size, and also decorate it in accordance with individual preferences. But not everything is as simple as it might seem at first glance. The fact is that wood itself is a rather capricious material and requires careful treatment of it. A wooden table needs care and sometimes restoration.

Wood can also be used to make a coffee table, bookcase and children's bed.

The tree is strongly influenced by climatic conditions. Strong humidity or high temperatures will certainly leave unaesthetic marks on the kitchen table. Therefore, wear-resistant rocks should be preferred. Oak, rowan, birch or ash will be the best solution for making a dining set. The hardest rocks are white locust, iron birch, yew or dogwood.

Glass is often used to make a kitchen table. However, the complexity of working with it lies in its processing. Not every glass is suitable for making a kitchen table - here it is important to choose the right type of glass that will have sufficient strength. We are talking about armored glass. The cost of the material is not small, but it is processed in special production facilities equipped with appropriate equipment.

Other materials

Chipboard or MDF are the most common options. Of course, they cannot boast of special strength. But from them you can make an economical version of a table attribute. Moisture-resistant plywood is more durable, but even here everything is not as simple as we would like. The fact is that this material does not provide wide opportunities for decorating and ennobling the countertops. All you can do with it is to paint it in some unusual color. More serious manipulations related to decor cannot be performed.

Summing up all the above, we can say that the best material for the manufacture of kitchen sets of any shape is wood. More details on how to make a kitchen table with your own hands will be discussed later, but for now you can watch a video about the technology of self-manufacturing kitchen attributes.

Design features of kitchen tables

It may seem strange, but such a simple structure as a dining table can have several options. They differ in design features, which determined 4 types of kitchen attribute:

Based on the above, we can conclude that absolutely any design is suitable for self-production of a kitchen table.

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Let's start with a simpler design to understand the basics of making a dining table.

  1. First of all, you need to decide on the dimensions. If the length and width of the countertop can vary within different limits, then the height of the product is a constant value, which corresponds to 750 - 800 mm;
  2. Next, we will talk about the legs for the kitchen table. They can be bought ready-made, or you can make your own from a regular bar. In the latter case, you will have to carefully polish the parts;
  3. To mount the table top, you will need a support frame, which requires a board 2-3 cm thick to make. It also needs to be carefully polished. It is not difficult to assemble the frame - for this it is enough to place legs in its corners, with which the rigid edges of the installed polished board are joined. To firmly fix the frame, it is necessary to put small braces in its corners. Through them, drill holes in the legs and insert long screws. Tighten the nut from the inside, not forgetting the washer. The frame is almost ready - all that remains is to varnish it before final assembly;
  4. Now you can start making the top. To do this, you need to assemble a shield of a given size, for which a grooved board is perfect. To make the base of the kitchen table strong enough, it is advisable to assemble wooden elements on a plywood base. It is not difficult to assemble the work surface - it is much more difficult to bring it into a presentable form. To do this, it is necessary to thoroughly grind, polish the surface, and then slightly round the corners and give the necessary shape to the product;
  5. Mounting the worktop on the prepared base. Here you can not do without elements such as tongues. Most often, special metal markers are used for these purposes, which are inserted into pre-prepared holes on one of the parts of the table. The tabletop is then applied, leaving marks for further drilling;
  6. Decorating is the finishing step. First of all, the tree must be treated with special impregnations that protect the surface from the effects of adverse factors. After drying, the kitchen table is varnished. Before finishing, you can give the product some shade with a stain. The variety of choices allows you to emphasize the naturalness of the wood flooring or give the table a very unusual color.

That's it - the kitchen table is completely ready for use. It was the simplest design - all other variations are not much more difficult to make on your own. The main thing is to carry out all the work, strictly observing the sequence of technological stages.

Versatile design

The kitchen table needs to be light enough to be moved around. Special fittings, which are found on sale, allow you to play a little with the design solution of the dining table. Classic legs:

They are available in a standard size (option for a dining or office table) - 800mm, for a tall structure or bar counter - 950mm or for a compact coffee table - 500mm.

All of these legs can be adjusted between 40-60 mm, which in turn allows the furniture to be adjusted to any height. But, if the table is made by hand, then the products are already adjusted to the existing parameters of the kitchen room. And this means that you can only experiment with the height of the product and its color scheme.

Residential spaces are not used to the office style in the interior, so shiny, chrome or gold elements will be from the category of "an amateur". Softer metallic tones will be appropriate for coffee tables. Therefore, for a kitchen attribute, it is best to choose a wooden texture and shades - fortunately, current manufacturers offer the widest range of such fittings.

Useful tips and tricks

Kitchen table made of solid wood is beautiful, elegant and noble. The main thing is that all the beauty of the tree is not hidden under tablecloths and kitchen napkins. It is advisable to choose the hardest tree species. The best option in terms of price and quality is beech. In this case, the thickness of the countertop should be at least 45-50 mm. To make the dining table even more “smart”, it is worth enclosing the ends of the countertop with decorative elements. As they say, to walk is to walk!

It is desirable to sew a plywood sheet under the top. Over time, the array can dry out and deform, and when buying, it is almost impossible to control the quality of wood.

Universal legs can be used to make a kitchen table. They are fastened very simply and do not require complex manipulations for fastening under the tabletop. Affordable price is another plus in the piggy bank of universal legs. Dismantling the table will take no more than 10 minutes. Inside the universal legs there is a hollow surface - the spouse is unlikely to guess where to look for a stash "for a rainy day."

You can also make a kitchen set with your own hands.

What remains to be added? The only thing is that a hand-made product pleases a little more than the most beautiful design composition purchased in a furniture store.

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