What are the pros and cons of freestanding and fitted kitchens?
Mike Ashton: Freestanding kitchens are generally best for large spaces as you’ll need to leave gaps between each cabinet for it to look right. Fitted kitchens are ideal for small spaces as they make the most of the given area. Each household has different needs, so it’s important to consider your requirements when you’re planning the design of your kitchen. Nick: What is the best storage solution for a small kitchen? Mike: Make use of height in a kitchen with tall cupboards to hide away bulky items such as the ironing board and vacuum cleaner. Most people think that it’s a mistake to sacrifice worktop space for tall cupboards, but what they don’t realise is that the more cupboard space they have in their kitchen, the less worktop space they will need because the worktops can remain clear of kitchen clutter. Pull-out tall larder drawers as well as deep storage drawers are also excellent to maximise storage. Nick: What’s the ideal height for a splashback? Mike: As a rule, a splashback of
