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Pencil case kitchen for electric oven and microwave. How to position the oven in the kitchen? The location of the structure in the cabinet under the hob

By mounting the oven above the usual level, the cooking process becomes much more comfortable. In our article you will see different variants oven cases and find out what sizes experts recommend for creating a module.

Two high modules are designed for mounting equipment. One cabinet fills the refrigerator and a storage shelf, the second has a built-in oven at the level of the countertop and roomy shelves that cover the facades.

Pencil case dimensions

Approximate dimensions of the canister (HxWxD): 2040x600x550 mm.

The area of ​​​​the room and design features make adjustments to the overall dimensions of the cabinet.

Embedding dimensions. Gorenje ovens are purchased complete with similar instruction for mounting. The graphical example shows the Gorenje B2000Р2 model.

1. Wardrobe to order

This option is most popular among buyers, since the master takes into account all the details of the layout in the process of making the kitchen. The main thing is to choose the equipment in advance and provide accurate data on the dimensions to the specialist.

Modern headset without technology. All sockets for appliances are pre-displayed. The next stage is installation.

The combination of beige color and texture under the tree on corner kitchen. In one pencil case, a built-in oven and a microwave oven were placed on a separate shelf.

White kitchen in minimalist style. A microwave oven and an oven are built into a tall cabinet that completes the composition of the headset.

Bright turquoise furniture angular shape. The independent oven set was set to a comfortable height level.

Strict interior, minimum details. For such a kitchen, it is better to choose built-in appliances.

A pencil case with an oven is located next to hob, thus the cooking area is concentrated in one part, and a large working area remains.

2. Factory pencil cases

Kitchen manufacturers offer customers ready-made furniture options for built-in appliances. The main difficulty lies in the fact that the dimensions for embedding coincide with the actual dimensions of the furniture. That is, you will have to act from the opposite - choose an oven for certain parameters, or adjust the furniture during installation.

Remember, the control panel must be above the level of the belt, and the installation height of the oven must not exceed the level of your eyes, otherwise the operation of the appliance during cooking will not be comfortable.

A single style and competent layout allows this kitchen to look organic, despite the high module for appliances and the variety of colors in the headset area. A refrigerator and a pencil case close the furniture on both sides, forming a complete image in the kitchen design.

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Where to attach?

The division of the traditional cooker into a hob and built-in oven has expanded the possibilities for creating the most convenient and ergonomic kitchen. We have a lot of options for the location of the oven. Mounting the oven above the level of the countertop has become widespread. However, this placement of the stove is controversial. Questions are asked about the need and feasibility of such a layout. There are statements that it is no longer fashionable and does not justify itself at all. Is it so?

Let's start with the fact that this has nothing to do with fashion. When the first independent ovens appeared (and this happened more than half a century ago), manufacturers immediately began to recommend high placement. Because this position of the stove is really convenient.

From the magazines of the 60s

The high position of the oven has other advantages. It's much easier to wash. It is less dangerous for children - a small child will not reach the door handle and will not be able to open it. It is much easier and safer to put heavy dishes (for example, large poultry) in and out of the oven.

At what height should the oven be built in?

We focus on control panels oven located above the oven chamber. The most convenient ovens are built so that the control panel is above the waist of the person who will cook on it, but not above the level of his eyes.

At what height should the oven be placed? Above eye level

Under counter oven

Many prefer the more familiar option, embedding oven under kitchen countertop. As a rule, the oven is placed under hob, but this is not required. If the location of the stove in another place is more convenient, do not give up this idea.

The oven can be offset from the hob

Mounting the oven under the countertop is most acceptable if there are few work surfaces in the kitchen. In a compact room, tall cabinets (or column cabinets) are impractical. After all, the smaller the kitchen set, the more acutely there is a shortage of space for work. It is better to build the oven not in a pencil case, but in a standard cabinet - this way an additional working area will appear in the kitchen.

In a small kitchen, it is better to build an oven under the countertop, without cluttering up the space with pencil cases and tall cabinets.

Where to build an oven? In a very small kitchen, there are no other options - only under the countertop

The oven under the hob is built in classic and country kitchens. It is believed that this adds traditional character to the interior. Actually, the height of the oven is not as important as its design. If the oven is made in a retro style, then wherever it is built in, it will be appropriate everywhere.

In a country-style kitchen, the oven can also be built higher.

Where to build an oven?

1. In a closet-pencil case. This is a good solution, but only for a spacious kitchen.

If there are enough work surfaces, the oven can be built into a tall cabinet-pencil case

Where to build an oven? In a large kitchen - in a pencil case


The kitchen is large, so the location of the oven in the pencil case justifies itself

Oven cabinet option

2. To the island. In a large kitchen equipped with an island, the oven can be built directly into it. Suitable for those families where the oven is rarely used and where there are no small children.

Where is the oven located? For example, on the island

3. In a tall cabinet. This scheme is quite popular in our country. The oven is built into a high cabinet located at the edge of the headset.

Why is this option better than a pencil case? The fact that there is an additional surface. Yes, it is inconvenient to use it as a working one, but it is ideal for placing various kitchen appliances, accessories, jars, sugar bowls, vases, etc. on it. This layout is most suitable for medium-sized kitchens without an acute shortage of work surfaces, but without an excess of them.

High cabinet or low oven cabinet

Cabinet with oven

In the photo above, we see a lack of work surfaces. The oven should have been built under the countertop, and the cabinet in which it is located now should be made at a standard height. It would be more rational

Recently picked up a wardrobe-table for built-in household appliances, or rather a cabinet for a built-in oven. It turned out to be not as easy as it seems at first. And all because of the lack of truthful information about the dimensions of built-in ovens. I’ll tell you what I managed to find out and how not to make a mistake with the installation of the oven.

Table size is not niche size

It so happened that I needed a separate lower cabinet (table) for a built-in oven. Moreover, the depth of the cabinet should not exceed 550 mm. As it turned out, it's not that easy.

In the Stolplit store, similar cabinets turned out to be a little larger, their depth is 563 mm, which did not suit me.

Found a table at the Hoff store. There are similar tables for the oven with a depth of 510 or 550 mm. Size (WxHxD): 600x820x510 mm. The niche of this cabinet is 60x56.8x51 (HxWxD), although the depth of the table for embedding does not matter (more on that below).

We consider the size of the niche from the size of the furniture

So, a standard cabinet-table for built-in appliances has a standard width, in terms of dimensions, of 600 mm. The depth of the cabinets is different, 563 mm, 550 mm, 540 mm, there are even cabinets with a depth of 450 mm.

The overall dimension of the width is 600 mm, which does not mean that this is the width of the cabinet niche. It will be less than two cabinet wall thicknesses.

It means that facade panel oven will fit perfectly when built into the walls of a cabinet-table with a width of 600 mm.

In the photo I showed the name of this oven. And instead of a conclusion, do not believe everything that they write, even check the store consultant, better with your own tape measure.

An example of attaching an oven to a cabinet

Other sizes of built-in ovens for information

I picked up several instructions where the dimensions of the built-in ovens and the dimensions of the required niches for these ovens are perfectly indicated.


Bosch oven hbg672bb1f vs
Ovens zanussi series zbq 631, zbq 861
oven ELECTROLUx 53410AK
ELECTROLUX oven niche dimensions

Kitchen with hob and oven with built-in fridge and hood

The arrangement of furniture and appliances in the kitchen is quite a complicated matter, especially if the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthis room is small. In this case, built-in appliances come to the rescue, for example, a hob or oven. This design allows you to significantly save space, make the design of the kitchen diverse and modern.

Beautiful kitchen with built-in appliances for convenient use and space saving

Pencil case with built-in oven in the composition of the kitchen

A convenient, modern and practical option for the kitchen is a kitchen set with a built-in hob and oven. Such devices generally have a separate design. The hob is built directly into the countertop. The oven requires a separate place, and you can not put it on the floor. To do this, you need a box for the oven.

Built-in oven under the hob, color-matched to the interior of the kitchen

Its essence lies in the fact that instead of the usual cabinet in kitchen set allocated space for the oven. Usually it is installed under the hob, but you can choose any suitable place.

Convenient placement of the built-in oven at a height for ease of use

The oven box is an indispensable element in the kitchen if the unit itself is built-in.

Connecting built-in household appliances to special boxes

Kinds

Wide custom-sized oven for an exclusive kitchen

By opting for a built-in oven, you get the opportunity to diversify the design and furnishings of the kitchen. Unlike conventional ovens combined with a hob, these are completely independent units.

The location of the built-in cabinet separately from the hob in a convenient place and at a convenient height

In addition to the difference between the functions of the unit itself, there are several types of cabinets for the built-in oven. You can choose the placement of the parting that best suits your kitchen's square footage, layout and design.

Corner kitchen with built-in oven in the table under the hob

There are two main types of construction: a cabinet under the hob with a drawer, or placing it in a pencil case (a tall cabinet with a special compartment and additional drawers). Each of these types has its own advantages and disadvantages. However, according to consumer reviews, placing the oven in a pencil case is much more convenient to use.

Bright kitchen with built-in appliances in the closet

Advantages and disadvantages

Built-in oven for convenient and comfortable use in the kitchen

Let's take a closer look at the pros and cons various kinds oven boxes. To begin with, it is worth noting that the very design of a separate built-in oven has the advantage of ease of use, design, and freedom of placement.

Kitchen with original design with built-in hob and oven

The location of the structure in the cabinet under the hob

Oven built into the cupboard in a classic location - under the hob

– creating a common surface for cooking;

- suitable for people with any height;

- preservation of the appearance of a standard stove with an oven (for lovers of the classics).

- the need to constantly bend over in the cooking process;

– inconvenience when cleaning the oven;

- high probability of damage to the electronic mechanism due to contact with it a large number water from the stove while cooking.

Wooden kitchen with stove and oven in the corner

Placing the oven in a pencil case also has its advantages and disadvantages.

Built-in oven at a convenient height for the hostess, located in the wardrobe

- location at chest level reduces the load on the back during work;

– ease of care due to the location;

– the ability to choose sizes for any height;

- gives the kitchen a new modern look.

disadvantages

The only drawback of this design is that it, being high enough from the floor, requires additional reinforcement. When installing, make sure that the lower horizon is firmly set. Otherwise, the oven may collapse on the feet of the hostess in the process of preparing dinner.

Gourmet cuisine in English style with appliances built into the closet

Choosing an electric oven with dimensions for the box

Having decided to buy a built-in oven, considerable attention should be paid to the cabinet in which it will be located. You can purchase it with the oven, however, they are often sold without a box. In this case, you will need to select it yourself. What to look for when buying?

First of all, you need to know the exact measurements of the oven. The height and depth of the box should be 15-20mm more for normal air circulation. In this case, the difference should not be greater, otherwise there will be difficulties during mounting and installation.

Installing and connecting an electric oven

Take care of electrical wiring in advance. At the place where the oven is installed, a wire outlet must be provided in advance, because this type of construction does not have a plug, but requires a direct connection to the mains.

When choosing a box, make sure that there are planks that strengthen the horizon.

White kitchen with a ready-made box for built-in white appliances

It is also worth paying attention to the design of the cabinet and the colors so that it harmoniously fits into the already existing kitchen environment.

Kitchen with built-in appliances that matches perfectly in color and size

Do it by hand?

Non-standard placement of equipment in the corner, in a table made to order

In the absence of a suitable box for sale, the question arises whether to make furniture to order, or to design everything with your own hands. In this case, it is better to entrust the matter to a professional. This is especially true for the installation of the cabinet and the oven itself, since electrician skills will still be required here.

Necessary tools for making a box with your own hands

However, if you have experience in making furniture with your own hands, making a box under the oven will not be a problem. To do this, you need to make measurements of the electrical appliance and, in accordance with the data obtained, a drawing of the future product. Further, having necessary tools(saw, screwdriver, electric drill, wood glue) and materials (chipboard, countertop, dowels, furniture confirms, self-tapping screws, guides, legs for the box), you can easily make a cabinet for a built-in oven with your own hands.

Ready-made cabinet for built-in appliances, made by hand

But! If you doubt your abilities, entrust the matter to a professional who will make a custom-made wardrobe in accordance with all your desires.

Case under the oven and microwave oven in the style of minimalism, custom-made

Comfortable small kitchen with custom-made red decor

Video: Connecting the oven






In traditional kitchen ovens the oven is combined with the hob. But not all housewives are satisfied with this option for organizing the workspace. To make the cooking process as convenient as possible, and the interior of the kitchen - stylish and compact, they use special furniture for embedding ovens.

Features and benefits of a kitchen with a built-in oven

An oven cabinet is a design designed to install an oven in it. It can either be part of a furniture set or purchased separately.

The advantages of a kitchen interior with a built-in oven include:

  • visual appeal - such an interior looks much more elegant than a kitchen with a conventional oven;
  • saving usable space;
  • the ability to organize a “working triangle” (cooking area) in a way that is convenient for the owners of the house;
  • practicality - such furniture often combines several functions at once. For example, it can serve as a storage system.

But such a solution has some features that must be considered when choosing:

  • the cost of built-in appliances complete with furniture is higher than traditional;
  • in the event of a rearrangement or failure of equipment, problems may arise: the oven will have to be changed along with the cabinet, since it will be difficult to find a design that is suitable in size - usually furniture is selected for the equipment, and not vice versa.

Types of designs of kitchen cabinets for built-in ovens

For embedding appliances, two types of furniture are used:

  • floor cabinets;
  • cupboards.

The cabinet for the built-in oven allows you to place it at a height of no more than 20 cm from the floor. For most housewives, this is a familiar option.

An oven case involves placing appliances on one of its shelves and has the following advantages:

  • allows you to set the oven at the optimum height;
  • makes it possible to make it inaccessible to small children;
  • perfect for people who have a hard time bending over.

Pencil cases are not suitable for cramped kitchens - they look too bulky there. In this case it is better to choose floor cabinet higher.

Depending on the shape, the furniture for the oven can be:

  • straight - in the form of a rectangle. Typically, such designs are part of the furniture composition of the headset;
  • corner - are made in the form of triangles or trapezoids and allow you to install equipment in the corner.











Particular attention should be paid to the material from which the cabinet is made. It must not only withstand the impressive weight of equipment, but also be heat-resistant and safe for humans.

For the manufacture of structures for the oven use:

  • Chipboard - is inexpensive and does not have high performance properties;
  • MDF is a higher quality material. Furniture made from it is durable and does not deform under the influence of steam;
  • natural wood is a material that requires special care. It is used for the production of cabinets for the oven in rare cases.

For the manufacture of rear walls and curved elements of the facade, fiberboard or plywood is used.

The material itself and its coatings must not contain toxic synthetic substances: under the influence of heat, they enter the air and can cause serious poisoning.

How to choose an oven cabinet - what are the requirements

Built-in ovens can be:

  • gas;
  • electric.

Gas ovens are more expensive, but pay off faster - gas is cheaper than electricity. However, the heat in them is not distributed so evenly and some products are not baked.

In any case, the furniture should be equipped with a ventilation system - a grill or special holes. Some models are made without a back wall.

Electric models are not economical and require high-quality wiring, but the dishes in them are cooked evenly, for which they have received recognition from most housewives.

It is important to choose the right furniture size. If this is an oven cabinet, then its height is usually from 65 to 80 cm.

Depending on the design, this parameter includes:

  • the height of the oven box is 59.5 or 60 cm (standard);
  • height of legs / base - 10-12 cm;
  • tabletop thickness - 2-4 cm;
  • drawer height - 10-20 cm.

The depth of the cabinet is from 50 to 65 cm, depending on the model of built-in appliances. Of these, about 10-13 cm is the overlap of the countertop on the body, which is necessary for the stable placement of the oven. Width varies from 50 to 120 cm.

The sizes of kitchen cabinets are more variable, their depth and width are identical to the parameters of the cabinets, and their height can be from 160 to 220 cm.

The module under the oven should always be larger than the appliance itself in order to ensure free air circulation.

What can combine in a cabinet for a built-in oven

The cabinet for the built-in oven can combine the functions of other household appliances:

  • microwave ovens (microwaves);
  • hobs.

The oven with the microwave function has gained wide popularity due to its practicality and convenience. It allows you to use the oven as a microwave, and modern models are equipped with other operating modes - for example, defrosting, grilling, baking.

Structurally, this technique is an oven equipped with a magnetron - a microwave radiation generator.

Any oven can be combined with a hob. There are two options for this technique:

  • dependent set - in it the cabinet and the panel have a common control system;
  • independent - in this case, the oven and hob are purchased separately.

The dependent set looks stylish and harmonious, but is inferior to the independent set in practicality - in the event of a breakdown, the entire structure fails. In addition, in the latter case, it is possible to choose equipment that meets the needs of the hostess.

Additional equipment for oven cabinets - storage and opening systems

Furniture under the oven can be used to store kitchen utensils.

For floor cabinets, the storage system is represented by an upper or lower drawer of limited height. Because of this, only certain items can be stored in it. For example, frying pans and baking sheets.

The cabinet-pencil case has more opportunities for organizing the storage system - in it it can be represented by open shelves, drawers and compartments with doors.

Typically, the oven is built into the middle of the structure, so the storage compartment is located below or above.

In the closed sections of the cabinet-pencil case are used Various types door opening mechanisms:

  • hinged - the simplest: the doors are hinged and open "on themselves";
  • folding - horizontal hinged system: open up or down;
  • lifting - open with gas lifts.

Rules for placing cabinets under the oven in the kitchen

In order for the oven cabinet to harmoniously fit into the interior of the kitchen, to be convenient and safe to use, when placing it, follow the following recommendations:

  • follow the rule of the "working triangle" - a space limited by three points: an oven, a sink and a refrigerator. The total sum of its sides should not exceed 6 meters;
  • choose a comfortable height of equipment. The best option- from 20 to 80 cm above the floor;
  • do not place the oven close to the refrigerator: this can lead to breakage of one of the appliances;
  • the distance between the sink and the oven must be less than 45 cm to avoid short circuits;
  • the gas oven should be located no further than 1.2 m from the pipe - the longer the hose, the less reliable it is;
  • consider the opening area. It should allow you to freely pull the baking sheet out of the oven.

Steps and rules for installing an oven in a kitchen set

Installation of a built-in oven consists of several stages:

  • checking equipment for operability by connecting to the network;
  • installation of the cabinet in the right place;
  • checking the wiring - it must have a sufficient level of resistance and be grounded. It is desirable to have a circuit breaker that operates in case of voltage drops;
  • if the oven is gas - check the pipes. They must be intact, without damage;
  • placing the oven in a furniture niche. If the cabinet is equipped back wall, then it is necessary to make holes for the wires in it;