ᐅ Is Air Circulation Restricted on the Covered Sides of Ikea Kitchens?
Created on: 7 Mar 2018 20:18
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AgnusHello everyone,
We ordered an IKEA Metod kitchen, and the staff member at the store diligently ordered cover panels as well. If I understand correctly, a cover panel also hides the gap between the mounting rail and the cabinet frame.
Does this reduce air circulation somewhat? We are moving into a newly built house where there is still residual moisture in the walls, which is why I am asking.
We ordered an IKEA Metod kitchen, and the staff member at the store diligently ordered cover panels as well. If I understand correctly, a cover panel also hides the gap between the mounting rail and the cabinet frame.
Does this reduce air circulation somewhat? We are moving into a newly built house where there is still residual moisture in the walls, which is why I am asking.
Thank you for the reply! Does this mean that most people simply do not cover the gap between the wall and the cabinet?
I have another question. I’m uploading a picture from the Ikea kitchen planner. I’m not quite sure what the Ikea employee did with the end panels here. On the left, there is a short wall, and because of an overhanging countertop, the base cabinet extends beyond this short wall. However, the wall cabinet does not. Is that why there is no end panel on top? We didn’t want trim strips; we want the space to remain open.
Also, what exactly does “double-layered end panel” mean for the base cabinets? What is its purpose?
I have another question. I’m uploading a picture from the Ikea kitchen planner. I’m not quite sure what the Ikea employee did with the end panels here. On the left, there is a short wall, and because of an overhanging countertop, the base cabinet extends beyond this short wall. However, the wall cabinet does not. Is that why there is no end panel on top? We didn’t want trim strips; we want the space to remain open.
Also, what exactly does “double-layered end panel” mean for the base cabinets? What is its purpose?
Unfortunately, I can’t see the picture in Tapatalk. You really have to be careful with the side panels and question the planner. For example, how to connect a wall cabinet to a base cabinet row. Ikea often suggests attaching a side panel to the wall cabinet that extends the full height. In my opinion, that doesn’t look good because the side panel then disrupts the symmetry of the base cabinets “below.” If you don’t pay attention to this, the countertop won’t be wide enough and will end too early. You can send me a PM, and I can share pictures of my solution.
By the way, the side panel isn’t deep enough to close the gap between the wall and the cabinet when using spacers. However, that also has the advantage that everything is properly ventilated behind.
By the way, the side panel isn’t deep enough to close the gap between the wall and the cabinet when using spacers. However, that also has the advantage that everything is properly ventilated behind.
I would install four 60cm (24 inches) cabinets each, as this looks less cramped compared to the larger 80cm (31.5 inches) ones.
According to the plans, the space for the kitchen measures 2.51m (8 feet 3 inches), which fits four 60cm (24 inches) cabinets plus an 11cm (4.3 inches) panel.
For the upper cabinets on the outside, I would suggest just two 60cm (24 inches) high cabinets, with two in the middle at 60cm (24 inches) wide and 40cm (16 inches) high, all featuring horizontal doors. With a room height of 2.51m (8 feet 3 inches), reaching the top shelves of very tall upper cabinets as shown on the plan would require a ladder—or very long arms!
If the entire kitchen run is recessed, side panels are not necessary. Those are only required when the last cabinet is freestanding so that the kitchen decor matches the fronts.
The filler strips and panels needed for the remaining 11cm (4.3 inches) can be ordered to the exact size (and design) from suppliers such as Küchenfront24, giving you a smooth and visually appealing kitchen front with consistently even gaps. In the plan, this looks like a deliberate choice but not a well-executed one.
Regarding ventilation—I assume this refers to the oven—I would recommend installing a vented toe kick.
According to the plans, the space for the kitchen measures 2.51m (8 feet 3 inches), which fits four 60cm (24 inches) cabinets plus an 11cm (4.3 inches) panel.
For the upper cabinets on the outside, I would suggest just two 60cm (24 inches) high cabinets, with two in the middle at 60cm (24 inches) wide and 40cm (16 inches) high, all featuring horizontal doors. With a room height of 2.51m (8 feet 3 inches), reaching the top shelves of very tall upper cabinets as shown on the plan would require a ladder—or very long arms!
If the entire kitchen run is recessed, side panels are not necessary. Those are only required when the last cabinet is freestanding so that the kitchen decor matches the fronts.
The filler strips and panels needed for the remaining 11cm (4.3 inches) can be ordered to the exact size (and design) from suppliers such as Küchenfront24, giving you a smooth and visually appealing kitchen front with consistently even gaps. In the plan, this looks like a deliberate choice but not a well-executed one.
Regarding ventilation—I assume this refers to the oven—I would recommend installing a vented toe kick.
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