
Photo credit – Melissa Kew Photography
Ever wonder what standards there are for either a new kitchen or a kitchen renovation?
Well, I’m here to help!
These industry standards will help you work out your plan properly so you don’t run into any unexpected surprises.
APPLIANCES
Standard oven width – 30 inches
Standard dishwasher width – 24 inches
Standard fridge width – 36 inches. Keep in mind that you should choose and order your appliances before building a new or renovating a kitchen, the cabinetry and countertops will be built around them for the most custom look.
CABINETRY
Standard upper cabinet depth – 12 inches
Standard base cabinet depth – 24.5 inches
Standard counter height – 36 inches
Standard counter depth – 25.50 inches
Standard distance between bottom of cabinet and your countertops – 18 inches**. If you are installing under cabinet lighting, a must in my books, then you’ll have to give some consideration to the extra space needed for them and valances. Also, if there is a special appliance(s) you would like to store on your countertop, be sure that the 18 inches will accommodate it.
**This height will change if you are putting in a gas cooktop. Please check with your contractor or designer with regards to your building codes and safety requirements for your particular kitchen design.
ISLANDS
Minimum distance between two working areas – 39 inches. 48 inches would be ideal but you can get by on the minimum of 39 inches.
Minimum island overhang – 12 inches with no brackets for support (depending on the counter material) or 15-18 inches with supports.
Minimum counter space on either side of the stove – 18 inches. A stove should never be placed right beside a wall, as this could be a fire hazard.
STOOLS AND LIGHTING
Bar stool height – 30 inches
Counter stool height – 24 inches
Height for hanging light fixture over a table or island – Standard is 30-36″ from the top of the dining table, however this can and should be adjusted for individuals using the space and for sight lines. I usually prefer to hang the light lower if it is a statement piece and if the table is large enough to accommodate it. For an island fixture – standard is 60-66″ from the floor, but again this can and should be adjusted for sight lines and for tall individuals.
HAPPY KITCHEN PLANNING!
very helpful info!
Thanks for stopping by Angie.
Hi, there!!! Thank you for the info, it’s helpful, where were you a year ago when I planned my kitchen?:)
xo
Ozana
Ha Ha Ozana. I know you did a perfect job on your kitchen!
Oooh! These are great measurements! Buying standard sized counters sure help to keep costs inline…I wish I’d had this cheat sheet to save some second-guessing last month 🙂
Your kitchen is shaping up beautifully and I can’t wait to see the final reveal.
Well that’s handy having all this information in one place, thanks!
Thanks Heather. Hope you have a great weekend.
Great info for reference Lisa! I agree, I like a lighting fixture to be hung a bit lower as well over a table. Great post – Pinned!!
Thanks for pinning Heather. Hope you’re enjoying your Sunday.
Helpful to have all these numbers complied in one place! So sad I didn’t have a handy reference like this two years ago!!!
I love reference material, by all the comments I guess I should have done this awhile back.
Happy Weekend!
Hi Lisa,
I’ve filed this helpful information in on Pinterest.
Thanks.
Thanks for pinning Carole! Hope you’re enjoying your Sunday.