White Kitchen Units

The foundation of any kitchen starts with the units because they are going to provide your storage space and the base for your worktops. Your choice of kitchen units, therefore, has a great impact on the ultimate quality of your new or revamped kitchen. But what types of units are there? How will they function from a design point-of-view? And what kind of quality and maintenance issues need to be considered?

Types of kitchen units

The two main categories of kitchen units are:

Base units - Ground-level units that support worktops, sinks and major appliances.
Wall units - Primarily used for storage space, these units often stand at eye-level.
Within these two categories there are multiple variations, meaning there are a lot of options available to you in your choice of unit. With the base units it is a case of opting for either a cupboard, drawer or combined unit and your choice will largely depend on your individual storage needs. The wall units, contrastingly, offer more variety in terms of design. Corner units, bridge units and 'peninsular-style' units (on a support leg rather than fixed to a wall) can add some much-needed variation to the standard bank of cupboards seen in most kitchens.

Kitchen units and kitchen design
In terms of design, the most immediate consideration you'll need to make is how you will achieve consistency in your choice of units. From a visual perspective, having several different types of unit in a small space can give the impression of incoherence and imbalance. At the same time, different units offer different storage options and it is often necessary to have an assortment of unit types. As a general rule, having a consistent layout broken by the occasional variation, tied together with a consistent color scheme, can help create a cohesive design.

Your choice of colors will also play an important role and can have a dramatic effect on the impression of light and space in your kitchen. Using darker colors can help mute the scale of large kitchens, while lighter colors can work with a kitchen's light to give the impression of greater size. This is especially important in smaller kitchens where your units may take up a substantial amount of the space. Color and light are important considerations when it comes to making your units part of a balanced design.

Quality and maintenance issues
In order to ensure that your new units are durable and of a good quality, it's suggested that you choose units that are made from 18mm thick chipboard. If you are working to a budget, 15mm is also acceptable, but having 18mm will guarantee that your units are strong and able to stand the test of time. Also, when making the decision about the color and finish of your units, think about how easy they will be to clean. Dirt and grime will show up clearly on white surfaces and need more frequent cleaning, while textured finishes can be a nightmare to clean effectively.

Balancing the aesthetic aspects of your units with more practical considerations is the key to choosing the cupboards and cabinets that will give you the best kitchen storage outcomes.

Kitchen units come in various sizes, designs, shapes, categories and thickness. A kitchen unit will make things quite easy for you if you are planning to renovate your kitchen. When buying for kitchen units, special attention must be given to material, thickness of the board, size and strength. There are many benefits of installing a kitchen unit, and your kitchen can never look complete without it.

How to choose a perfect unit for your kitchen?

Now this is a really big issue as to what type of kitchen unit is fit for your kitchen. Before moving ahead, let me tell you that it does make a lot of difference as to what type and kind of unit you are using. The design and size of the unit must align with the overall kitchen architecture.