18/11/21

Thursday

MODULAR KITCHEN
Types of Modular Kitchen:
The six most common modular kitchen layouts are the
1. L-Shaped
2. 2. Straight Line
3. 3.U-Shaped
4. Parallel or Galley
5. Island
6. Peninsula
Each of these has its own advantages and makes use of the work triangle differently.

MATERIAL: The modern built-in kitchens of today use Particle Boards or MDF, decorated
with a variety of materials and finishes including wood veneers, lacquer, glass, melamine,
laminate, ceramic and eco gloss. Very few manufacturers produce home built-in kitchens
from stainless steel. Until the 1950s, steel kitchens were used by architects, but this material
was displaced by the cheaper particle board panels sometimes decorated with a steel surface.
1. Particle Board
Particle board, also known as chipboard, is an engineered
wood product manufactured from wood chips or jutestick
chips and a synthetic resin or other suitable binder, which is
pressed and extruded.
Thickness: Particle board comes in 4-foot-by-8-foot
panels; 1/2-inch- to 1-inch-thick pre-cut shelving boards come
in various sizes.
Strength: Particle-boards are not strong enough compared to
other types of home interior materials such as plywood and
MDF. Since it's low on strength, it should be handled with care as easily damaged. Particle-boards
have low durability. It comes with a low resistance to moisture and humidity.
Moisture Content: 6 To 9 %.
Costing: 20 to 58 INR per Sq. Ft (Matte Finish)

2. MDF (Medium Density Fibreboard):

Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF) is an engineered wood-
based sheet material made by bonding together wood fibres
with a synthetic resin adhesive. MDF is extremely versatile
and can be machined and finished to a high standard.
Thickness: (2440 x 1220) 4mm, 6mm, 9mm, 12mm, 15mm,
18mm, 22mm, 25mm, thickness.
Strength: MDF is more compact that plywood (but not when it was initially presented as a product).
A few years back, MDF was less durable than solid wood, but technology and manufacturing have
advanced and high-end MDF boards are as durable as natural wood.
Moisture content: 7 To 10 %
Costing:

FINISHES:
1. wood veneers:

In woodworking, veneer refers to thin slices of wood and

sometimes bark, usually thinner than 3 mm (1/8 inch), that
typically are glued onto core panels (typically, wood, particle
board or medium-density fiberboard) to produce flat panels such
as doors, tops and panels for cabinets, parquet floor.
Durability: Because veneer furniture is not prone to the same
aging effects as solid wood, such as splitting or warping, wood
veneer furniture will often outlast solid wood furniture by years.
Thickness: 0.6 mm
2. Lacquer:
Lacquer is a modern wood finish that is commonly used on high
end furniture. It is fast drying, impervious to water, and maintains
its transparency as it ages. ... Lacquers are comparable to a varnish
or urethane, but are usually sprayed on rather than applied with a
brush or hand-rubbed cloth.
Durability: Lacquer is tough. It lasts as long or longer than any of
its competitors without flaking or chipping. Lacquer remains clear
for years without the yellowing usually associated with varnish,
polyurethane or shellac.
Thickness: 0,2mm
3. Glass:
Glass finishes can improve an office or other workspaces by adding
opacity to glass barrier walls or by incorporating a decorative touch,
such as your brand's signature colour or logo. Several different types
of glass finishes are available.
Durability: The finished product is brittle and will fracture, unless
laminated or tempered to enhance durability. Glass is typically inert,
resistant to chemical attack, and can mostly withstand the action of
water, making it an ideal material for the manufacture of containers
for foodstuffs and most chemicals.
Thickness: 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 15 & 19mm

4. Melamine:
Melamine is the common name for particleboard that's coated with
a thin layer of plastic finish. The melamine finish is similar to the
plastic laminate on countertops, but it's not as thick. The
advantages of building with a melamine-coated product are its
durable finish and its relatively low cost.
Durability: Melamine is a popular plastic material used in modern
home cabinetry. It is very durable and has a wide variety of hue
and pattern possibilities. Melamine fused with plywood is also the
most sustainable option for cabinetry. ... Engineered products using
Melamine are less expensive and as reliable as wood.
Thickness: 2.5 mm to 25 mm

5. laminate:
Steel grey laminate finish. Laminates are a composite artificial
material, commonly used on modular kitchen cabinets. Made by
pressing together thin layers of flat paper and plastic resins, the
upper layer is printed with a decorative pattern or colour.

Durability: Laminates are known for their durability and

reliability. Since it looks like wood, and you stick it to a composite
base, it is extremely durable and resists scratches and stains.
Veneer: Veneers are usually not as durable as laminates. They
require maintenance and care since they are prone to scratches.
Thickness: 0.8 mm and 1 mm
6. Ceramic:
Ceramic is a material that provides prestige & an ultra modern look
to your kitchen. Natural individual texture of each door make each
kitchen totally unique. Ceramic has been used for a very long time
but with new technical advances, it has only recently found its
rightful place in kitchens.
Durability: The ceramic surfaces are resistant to fire, heat,
scratches, and stains.
Thickness: 8 - 10 mm

Types of Modular Kitchen:

1. L-Shaped Modular Kitchen Layout: This is one of the most commonly found kitchen
layouts. The L-shaped Modular Kitchen layout is ideal for smaller homes as it makes
maximum use of the available floor space. It gives you maximum storage and lets you easily
incorporate a small dining table within your kitchen.

Fig. L-Shaped Modular Kitchen

2. Straight Modular Kitchen Layout: Unlike other layouts, this type of kitchen does not
employ a work triangle as such – the workflow is based on a straight line. This layout is ideal
for studio and loft apartments – it keeps your kitchen space to a minimum while still
maintaining optimum efficiency.

Fig. Straight Modular Kitchen

3. U-Shaped Modular Kitchen Layout: If your home has a large kitchen space, you might be
able to fit a U-shaped kitchen layout in it. This layout has the most efficient work triangle and
provides the most storage space as well (with plenty of upper, lower cabinets and tall units as
well). You will also be able to have plenty of counter space, making it ideal for more than
one person to use the kitchen at a time.

Fig. U-Shaped Modular Kitchen

4. Parallel Shaped Kitchen or Galley Kitchen Layout: When it comes to cooking,

the parallel kitchen is quite possibly the most efficient layout. With two, long working areas
that face each other, it can be split into ‘wet’ and ‘dry’ workspaces. It provides lots of counter
space, storage and allows plenty of room for movement as well. The parallel kitchen is
suitable for most types of homes and is easily adaptable to your needs.

Fig. Parallel Shape Kitchen or Gallery Kitchen

5. Island Modular Kitchen Layout: For many people, getting an island kitchen is the dream!
It’s a beautiful, contemporary option if you have the space for it. It combines either a straight
line or L-shaped kitchen model with an unconnected island space. The island can be used as
an extra counter area or breakfast nook, bar counter or your favourite baking nook. It can also
be equipped with a sink or stovetop. With two opposing working areas and storage spaces,
this kitchen layout is ideal for open plan living and for entertaining.
Because of its multiple uses, these kitchens become the heart of the home, where the entire
family gathers to cook, eat and converse.

Fig. Island Modular Kitchen

6. G-Shaped or Peninsula Modular Kitchen: Similar to an island kitchen, a peninsula kitchen

layout has a free-standing workspace that provides a secondary counter, work
or entertainment area. Unlike an island, this peninsula is connected to the main workspace;
making it accessible from three, rather than four sides. Often considered the ideal layout for
homes with small kitchen areas, the peninsula provides all the advantages of an island
worktop while utilizing less floor space.

Fig. G-Shaped or Peninsula Modular Kitchen