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Kitchen Islands – Storage AND Style
Your
kitchen is the main hub of most homes. Not only is it a place where you can
create delicious meals, but depending on its size, your kitchen can also be a
great dining area and the perfect place for your family to socialise.
This
is why more and more of us are choosing to invest in a kitchen make-over, and
one of the most popular ways to give your kitchen a face lift is by installing a
kitchen island. This modern, stylish feature not only looks great, but also
gives you the option of adding more counter and cabinet space, electrical
outlets and sink or stove options.
Not just for large kitchens
You
don’t necessarily need a huge kitchen space to make an island work for you. Try
putting a large table in the middle of your kitchen for a few days and see how
it feels. In fact, as a rule of thumb, a kitchen island shouldn’t take up more
than 10% of the total floor space and can easily be scaled up or down to best
suit the confines of your kitchen.
More style
Aside
from adding valuable storage space to your kitchen, an island can also dictate
the style and look of the whole room.
You can really get your creative juices flowing when it comes to
choosing the materials your island will be made from. From slabs of marble for
a clean, sleek look, to vintage materials such as beaded boards, you can
achieve a whole host of different looks for your kitchen. ASDA Direct sell a range of bar
stools
that will complement any island style you’re after.
More storage
With
a kitchen island, it’s possible to create a large amount of drawer and cabinet
space underneath the counter. You can fit plenty of storage space both sides of
an island, which is great for keeping pots, pans and cooking utensils close to
hand. Some people choose to have their stove located on the island as a
feature, but remember that this means sacrificing some of the storage
available.
Wow such a good roundup! So many different styles and materials. I actually really like how some of the smaller spaces look. Some I wouldn't have thought to put an island in!
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