How to Pick Standard Kitchen Cabinet Height and Depth

Standard kitchen cabinet height and depth are one of the main factors that contribute to a pleasant and comfortable cooking experience. It's also important for safety reasons. Here are some easy tips to help you pick the correct cabinet height and depth for your kitchen:

When selecting a standard kitchen cabinet height and depth, first measure the height of the edge of the cabinet door, or measure the length of the cabinet's width from end to end. To help keep track of the measurement, you can make a chart on a piece of graph paper.

For depth, take into account the width of the kitchen countertop. Make sure that the depth of the cabinet is equal to or larger than the width of the countertop's width, so that the stove will fit neatly in the cabinet.

It's best to avoid the taller, narrower styles of kitchen cabinets. They usually aren't used and only add unsightly clutter to the room. Additionally, taller kitchen cabinets take up more space.

Keep in mind that depth is usually measured vertically. Because each drawer is mounted at different heights, they must be proportionately spaced from each other. For depth, measure the depth of the top of the cabinet door.

When choosing a standard kitchen cabinet height and depth, always measure both the front and back sides of the cabinet. Measure the distance from the bottom of the front door to the front edge of the cabinet. Do this both front and back, to get an accurate measurement.

Before you install your cabinets, make sure the depth is right by measuring the dimensions of the bottom and front surfaces. Once you've measured, choose the depth that's most comfortable for you.

For height, measure the distance from the bottom of the front door to the top of the cabinet door. This is called the width of the cabinet and it should be equal to the depth of the cabinet.

The width of the cabinet and depth must match so that each drawer will fit into the available space. If there's a gap between the width and depth, the drawer cannot slide into the cabinet door.

Once you have found the dimension you need, measure the bottom part of the cabinet door, making sure to include the bottom edges and not just the edge closest to the bottom part of the door. Then measure the width of the front side of the cabinet door.

Drawers, which can be included in a standard kitchen cabinet height and depth, are made with screws. However, drawers made of wood, including end panels, can be difficult to install.

This is why so many people prefer to buy custom cabinets because they're built according to the standards set by the manufacturer. This saves them the headache of installing custom cabinets and ensures the safe use of their cabinets.