ᐅ How many electrical outlets should a kitchen have at a minimum?

Created on: 13 Dec 2021 13:59
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Pwnage619
Hello,

we are currently planning our kitchen and are almost finished. Now we need to plan the electrical outlets for the electrician.

How many outlets should a kitchen have at a minimum? We will have a U-shaped kitchen.

The outlets for fixed appliances are clear (oven, refrigerator, microwave, etc.).

I mean the free outlets above the countertop for portable appliances (coffee maker, kettle, blender, etc.).

We have currently planned 8 free outlets, with 2 in each corner. Would you say 8 is enough, or should we add a few more?

Should all free outlets in the kitchen have their own circuit?
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Benutzer200
14 Feb 2022 09:36
Pitiglianio schrieb:

They unnecessarily take up space on the countertop and also tend to collect dirt.

Not at all. Anyone who plans properly – and that includes having a countertop deeper than 60cm (24 inches) – will actually appreciate these.
Pitiglianio schrieb:

Not to mention the rather expensive solutions.

I believe that starting from 40€ for the double socket plus drilling, the price might even be cheaper than some electricians.
Nida35a14 Feb 2022 09:55
The back wall and countertop have not been drilled; the upper one is the light switch.

Bright kitchen arrangement: Toaster on wood-colored countertop next to stainless steel power strip