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Built In Kitchen Island - Installing Convenience
A built in kitchen island is very suitable for large kitchens and where open-space design, commonly found in modern homes and apartments, needs something to separate cooking and eating areas from living areas.
Most built in kitchen islands are free-standing cabinetry with durable countertops, but they do much more than increase work and storage space.
Kitchens with built in islands improve the efficiency of the cooking and food preparation areas, but they also improve the traffic flow, separate the cook from family and guests, and center the preparation area in relation to the refrigerator, stove, and sink - the highly desirable 'triangle' designers strive for.
Built In But Still Very Versatile
Built-in islands are essentially free-standing cabinets, often in combination with drawers, open shelves, bins, wine racks, and other storage features.
Since they're permanent, they can be equipped with sinks and electronic appliances that make cooking that much easier.
There are styles for most kitchens and design ideas can even be customized or custom-made.
Contemporary, Modern Stylish, Traditional, Country and French Country, Avant Garde or Hip, Salon, and other styles are all very popular.
Base materials are usually wood or stainless steel, but finishes can be natural, oiled, stained, or painted on wood; clear, painted or powder-coat on metal.
Some thought has to be given to the installation of built-in islands.
Installed sinks require plumbing; appliances require electrical wiring and integral outlets and overhead lighting is essential.
Kitchens with installed islands often benefit from having a smaller cart island in addition to the built in island to extend service to guests in other rooms or outside on the deck.
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