Base Cabinet Height Countertop

Your base cabinet height countertop isn't really a counter, but a kitchen design element. It's part of the inter-changeable part of your cabinets that change from above or below the table top. It's best to use this versatile design element when you need to create usable space under the surface of the tabletop and not just for storage.

It's not enough to be able to slide a counter beneath the table top when you are putting together your kitchen. The counter and the base cabinet height countertop need to fit together so they can provide a counter that will look good. It's also best to have the surface of the counter look good when it is utilized as a storage area. That means you want the countertop to be large enough to have a drawer underneath it that can be used in a pinch to store items that are needed quickly.

First things first, you'll need to measure the opening in your cabinets for your counter. Make sure the measurement includes the depth of the counter top. You may have to do this as a side note, but it is absolutely necessary to do this. If you don't you'll find yourself drilling a hole in the wrong place and you'll have to start over, which can be expensive.

Next you'll need to determine how much surface area you want to use for storage. The greater the surface area you use, the more it will reflect in the appearance of your countertop. It is recommended that the maximum surface area is six square inches.

When you have your counter and base cabinet height countertop measured, you can proceed to design your counter. While at it, take a moment to take inventory of what you might want to use the counter for. Some ideas could include storing cooking utensils, pots and pans, serving utensils and cutlery. While you're at it, think about the type of material you would like your counter to be made of.

A counter top surface can be an expensive item, if you make a mistake. Take the time to measure the inside and outside measurements of the counter. Take your time and don't rush.

Another way to make sure your counter fits nicely under the table is to mark your counter with a pencil. Measure and mark a straight line from the edge of the table down to the middle of the counter. You need to take the same measurements you took before when you measured the table top to be able to have a correct measurement. That makes measuring the counter easier.

Remember, no matter what, the distance from the edge of the table to the middle of the counter must be the same. With that information, simply draw a straight line, again, parallel to the table, from the edge of the table to the middle of the counter. Now you have the distance from the edge of the table to the middle of the counter, you need to measure. Cut the measurement off in half.

This countertop design is called a fold. It is just the same as the folding countertop, only there are no sides or bottom. It has the same design as the folding countertop, only it can fold flat against the side of the counter. Most fold tops are made from cast iron or polymer materials and can be found in many designs.

It comes with a movable and removable part that can be assembled or disassembled. The height adjustment hinge will allow you to move the countertop from high to low depending on the area you need to use.

Because the countertop is easily movable, it can be used in several different ways. It can be used as a side board to keep small kitchen appliances off the countertop, a permanent work surface for working, or just a place to store small knickknacks and items like candles.

You can use this simple design element in your kitchen design elements if you use it correctly. This design element is perfect for a smaller kitchen and it can be used to great effect for a large home.