Pull-out baskets for the kitchen: intelligent use of space

The problem of the lack of sufficient space in the kitchen is familiar to many apartment owners, especially for premises in Khrushchev houses, hostels and studio apartments. Even if you install a relatively large kitchen set, the problem is not always solved, because getting items from very deep drawers is not so easy. In this case, the owners will be helped by pull-out baskets for the kitchen, which are easy to integrate even inside classic drawers.

Pull-out baskets allow intelligent use of space in the kitchen

Advantages of modern kitchen drawers over old options

Kitchen drawers that opened like a matchbox are a thing of the past. After all, many remember with what difficulty they moved forward (and often with a creak) and how often they jammed. If, through negligence, an ordinary box is jerked sharply, there is a possibility of it jumping out of the nest, followed by scattering of all the contents. Of course, such a system is far from ideal, therefore, all modern kitchen sets are initially equipped with pull-out kitchen baskets, the main purpose of which is to optimize the space.

Pull-out baskets can be equipped with hard-to-reach and narrow spaces

It is interesting! Modern pull-out kitchen cabinets take up just as much space as older models, but they can fit significantly more kitchen utensils.

Built-in drawer systems help to rationally use the interior filling of cabinets, taking up hard-to-reach places where classic drawer options cannot be placed. For example, with the help of retractable fittings, you can efficiently use the space above the trash can, which usually remains unclaimed, or fill a blind corner that has difficult access.

The main advantages of pull-out systems for the kitchen

The main requirement for a modern kitchen is to provide free access to things. Pull-out baskets for kitchen cabinets will help to carry out this. Of course, their presence does not replace the presence of wall cabinets, which significantly save space in the kitchen.However, items located in the back of the cabinet cannot be reached without using a stool, especially if the person is not very tall. In this regard, the system of drawers for the kitchen is considered more functional, because all frequently used items are located at hand level, so it is easy to find the necessary thing.

Pull-out systems are used to store a variety of items

Modern kitchen sets are functional systems, inside of which there is a convenient pull-out design. At the same time, pull-out cabinets can be installed in both standard floor-standing and wall-mounted drawers. When equipping hinged structures, it is required to carefully measure and rationally place the boxes so that when they are pulled out they do not overlap each other.

Such items are made from standard materials that are used to make ordinary kitchen furniture. It also uses metal, plastic, chipboard, wood and MDF. The extension of such systems is provided thanks to special guides that are attached to the side walls.

Important! If the guides do not work well, it is better to immediately use the services of the furniture company that made the kitchen to fix the problem. Otherwise, the guides may fail, as a result of which they will need to be replaced.

Pull-out systems differ in various dimensions that correspond to the parameters of the kitchen set. This option for organizing space is considered indispensable, especially in the conditions of small-sized apartments. Even one table-cabinet in the kitchen, equipped with pull-out cabinets, can replace bulky standard furniture.

Kitchen pull-out systems can be of different sizes

This is due to the fact that the inner space of the pull-out shelves for the kitchen is divided into sections, which allows you to intelligently use the usable space in the room. Such shelves can be pulled out one section at a time or all at the same time, while the latter option allows you to immediately examine the filling of the entire cabinet and quickly find the necessary item. Depending on the shape and purpose, boxes can be used to store items such as:

• cutlery;
• dishes;
• spice;
• cutting boards;
• bottles;
• bread;
• small household appliances;
• household chemicals;
• items intended for cleaning;
• trash cans.

Pull-out baskets for the kitchen: their disadvantages

The drawbacks of pull-out storage systems for the kitchen are not so many, and they are unlikely to overshadow all the advantages of modern systems, but you still need to familiarize yourself with them in order to avoid unexpected problems.

High price. Pull-out baskets or other systems will cost significantly more than classic kitchen fittings. Moreover, the higher the quality of the built-in headset, the higher the price for it.

High cost is the main disadvantage of kitchen pull-out systems

The need to install additional mounts. Before installing the fittings, preparatory work is required, because all the guides are fixed inside the facades, and only then boxes or shelves are installed on them.

Relatively complex installation. If the kitchen is completely custom made, then the manufacturer will fix all the elements. In the case of self-installation, you will need special tools, and some skills in working with furniture are also required.

Thorough care. It is necessary to carefully monitor and properly care for the fittings so that they do not loosen and warp. The appearance of even a slight tilt during subsequent loading can lead to system breakdown or complete failure of it. Therefore, timely service is required.

In any case, if you study all the disadvantages, then you can come to the conclusion that they are not so significant and are of a local nature, and a large number of advantages neutralize all the disadvantages, which mainly boil down to the price and installation features. It should be borne in mind that it is better to spend a little more money right away and install high-quality fittings that will ensure full opening of the cabinets without unnecessary efforts and will last longer.

Pull-out kitchen baskets have a minimum of disadvantages that cannot overshadow their advantages.

The main types of mechanisms for drawers: roller fittings

Pull-out fittings have differences due to the installation method. The boxes where they are attached are pre-equipped with additional elements, on which the reliability of the entire system will subsequently depend. Roller guides are considered the simplest and cheapest option. To install such a structure, one roller guide is required to be mounted on the inside of the drawer, and the second on a pull-out system inside the facade. During the installation process, the systems are connected, while creating a movable structure.

Important! Roller mechanisms are capable of withstanding a load of no more than 20-25 kg, including the weight of the box itself.

Roller guides are the most unreliable option, which cannot withstand heavy loads. This is due to the individual plastic parts. When you open such a box, the sounds of the roller moving along the rail will be clearly audible. If you inadvertently push the box hard, it will close with a significant impact. Therefore, it is required to carefully push it in to avoid accidental jumping out of the rollers from the grooves. Another significant disadvantage is the lack of any adjustment and additional options. The benefits include:

1. Cost. Such pull-out systems are the cheapest, because the structure consists of simple and inexpensive elements.
2. Ease of installation. Everyone can equip such boxes, because a minimum number of tools is required, and special skills are not required.

Drawers with roller fittings withstand loads up to 25 kg

Roller kitchen sliders can be used to equip drawers designed for storing light items such as cutlery, cleaning accessories or small kitchen tools. It is important to ensure that the weight of the boxes with the contents does not exceed the norm. Only if these precautions are taken will the guides last for several years. However, one should not count on long-term trouble-free operation.

Kitchen storage systems with ball guides, metaboxes and tandemboxes

The most modern and advanced systems include ball guides, which are characterized by a telescopic opening type. This means that as it extends, the system increases its length and, conversely, decreases when closed. This type of work is ensured thanks to one-piece fittings, in which one edge is attached to the pull-out basket, and the other is mounted on the inner side of the drawer. As a result, structures are created that are characterized by large capacity.

Important! The maximum weight for which ball mechanisms are designed reaches 30 kg or more - it all depends on the quality and manufacturer.

The main advantages of the ball design are noiselessness and the ability to install the system. closers, which exclude the option of loud slamming. Compared to roller fittings, this design will cost 30-40% more.

Drawers with ball guides can support over 30 kg

Another quality fittings is the metabox, which is mechanical elements fixed to the walls of the pull-out baskets. A feature of the system is considered the possibility of three-dimensional adjustment.In addition, the benefits include:

• the ability to withstand weight over 30 kg;
• smooth and soundless running;
• the ability to extend drawers to full or partial length.

The price of metaboxes is higher than the cost of roller and ball retractable mechanisms, but this disadvantage is compensated for by higher reliability and a longer service life.

Tandembox has the form of a box, which is made in accordance with individual kitchen dimensions. A feature of this version of retractable fittings is the presence of guides not only from the side, but also from the bottom of the drawer. This mechanism allows the structure to support a higher weight and provides silent opening / closing.

Tandemboxes with ball guides are made with individual dimensions

The most popular and expensive Blum kitchen pull-out systems are a design in which the fittings are complemented by an electric drive that opens and closes the drawer using a motor. The price of one product is 13 thousand rubles or more. Offers more affordable options for tandem guide systems for pull-out baskets Ikea is a Swedish diversified company. On the company's websites, the price of fittings starts at 3400 rubles.

Helpful advice! Tandemboxes, which differ in their low height, are recommended to be installed under the tabletop of the dining table, and you can also place a pull-out basket under the sink. In this way, it is easy to create additional storage space.

Retractable storage systems for the cargo kitchen

First of all, you need to understand that cargo is the best option that allows you to competently dispose of the kitchen space thanks to the rational and thoughtful use of every free centimeter. The dimensions of the cargo for the kitchen vary depending on the drawer that you want to build in, as well as the size of the items that you plan to store in the pull-out structure.

Thanks to the rational use of every centimeter, cargo is the optimal solution for the kitchen

Cargo systems gained popularity along with the emergence of demand for individual production of kitchen sets. This is due to the fact that often the peculiarities of the layout of the kitchen lead to the fact that there is a small space of up to 20 cm, where it is impossible to fit either a cabinet or a shelf. For this reason, the idea came up to install a facade panel in the remaining gap, on which a mesh pull-out basket is fixed. Most often, it is used to store cans of blanks, cereals, sauces, oils, spices and various bottles.

Typically, kitchen cargo boxes are made of metal, which is characterized by strength, durability, and the ability to withstand significant loads. The outer wall is always made in accordance with the features of the other facades of the kitchen unit, so the system can be easily integrated into any room.

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Cargo cabinets for the kitchen differ in a different number of levels. So, single-level baskets stand out, which are considered universal options used for both narrow and wide pedestals. A single-level system is convenient for storing large household appliances that are not often used, accessories for ovens and grills such as baking trays or grates. If the width of the pull-out basket for the kitchen is 300 mm or less, then it is suitable for storing jars of spices, household chemicals or high containers. Other cargo options:

Cargo kitchen drawers can contain multiple levels

1. Two-level. They are considered classic designs that are used to store kitchen utensils.
2. Three-level.The space on such shelves is divided into 3 zones, but it must be borne in mind that all containers must be placed in an upright position, so this option is optimal for storing plates and cutting boards.
3. Four-, five-level (and more) systems. Such cargo designs for the kitchen are called retractable galleries. They are rare and mostly suitable for spacious kitchens where a multi-level mesh is installed in a narrow but high opening.

Mounting types, accessories and manufacturers of pull-out baskets for cargo cabinets

According to the method of placement relative to the facade of the kitchen set, sliding systems are usually divided into autonomous (or separate) modules and built-in ones, which are attached to the facade. According to the method of fixation, several types of cargo systems are distinguished.

Side. Recommended for use when the width of the kitchen drawer is 300 mm or less. In this case, it is required to determine in advance the section of the facade for fastening. It is permissible for this purpose to divide one of the lockers into its component parts. The same system is used to fix the retractable bottle holder.

The main manufacturers of cargo boxes are Starax, DC, Muller, Vibo and Inoxa.

Lower. A more common and practical option is a retractable cart with roller guides on which the cargo system is mounted. It is more often installed in the unused space between the cabinets, while fastening is carried out not to the end, but to the bottom of the box.

Pull-out baskets are divided according to the type of fittings into telescopic and flush-mounted guides. The flush-mounted system guarantees a smoother movement and full extension from the cabinet, which makes it easy to reach the contents, but at the same time, there will be a loss of several centimeters at the bottom of the drawer, which will be needed to install the fasteners. Below you can see a photo of cargo cabinets for the kitchen with a variety of arrangement options.

It is recommended to keep items in such a basket intact and prevent the contents from falling by installing soft close closers. If you wish, you can try to assemble a cargo for the kitchen with your own hands. To do this, you will need a properly developed structural drawing, and you will also need to purchase accessories yourself. The main cargo manufacturers on the market are:

By the type of cargo fittings, there are telescopic and flush-mounted guides

• Inoxa;
• Muller;
• Vibo;
• Starax;
• DC.

What are the varieties of roll-out baskets for the kitchen?

The options for roll-out structures depend on the dimensions of the kitchen, on the number of kitchen utensils that need to be folded. According to the method of placement, these systems are divided into options such as:

• horizontal;
• vertical;
• corner.

The horizontal pull-out system is the most demanded because it looks like a pull-out basket, which has a deep and large bottom. On the side of the front of the headset, it has a special handle, with which control takes place. It is most often used to replace conventional shelves in cabinets.

Roll-out baskets for the kitchen are horizontal, vertical and angular

Vertical designs are considered less traditional because they require a lot of free space. This can include the space under the kitchen sink or under the dining table. This option will allow you to organize a pull-out waste basket for the kitchen. Vertical systems make it possible to use the maximum amount of space - without the need to add new elements.

The main advantage of such structures is that they are mounted where there is nothing else to install. Even if the width of the pull-out basket is 300 mm, then this space will be enough to store household chemicals or other small containers there.

Sliding corner baskets for the kitchen are also popular, because they correctly organize the joint of two walls, where it is very inconvenient to place ordinary furniture, when installed, it is difficult to get the necessary items from the far corner.

The best option for corner pull-out systems for the kitchen is the so-called carousel, which provides for an angular pull-out of a panel with baskets. This design represents rounded shelves. They are fixed on a fixed vertical stand that allows them to rotate freely around their axis. A cutout is made on the shelves to enable the installation of a closing front. Along the perimeter, the shelves have restraints that prevent the contents from falling out.

Corner pull-out baskets optimize hard-to-reach spaces

Sliding systems for corner kitchen cabinets stand out separately. They look like side boxes, the front panel of which is bent at an angle of 90 °. Each part of the facade has a stand-alone handle. To use this installation option, you will need to slightly improve the inner walls of the cabinet to move the system smoothly.

Application of non-standard and original options

Structures that do not fit any classification include original systems, which are one-piece products of certain parameters, installed taking into account the special wishes of the customer. These structures are placed in pre-allocated locations.

The most common option for non-standard use of a telescopic system is a sliding cutting board with a hole, under which a sliding waste basket is located. Usually such a system is a continuation of the main tabletop, which, if necessary, returns back and does not take up extra space.

Another unusual solution is the organization of a drawer-nesting dolls. The name suggests that the structure consists of several different-sized boxes, which are located one in the other. Inside the largest of them, special fittings are installed, with the help of which the retractable structure will be fixed. Moreover, its edges occupy only the lower part of the space, and the second box is built into the upper part.

An interesting solution for the kitchen will be a sliding system like a nesting doll

If you fully pull out a large drawer, then it will open access to another. This option is considered interesting in terms of appearance, but in terms of the organization of space, it is irrational, since more things can fit in one large box than a matryoshka box.

Another option for a pull-out system is placing an ironing board under the tabletop, which has a folding design. It slides in and out like a cutting board or an additional table top. This way of optimizing space is considered a plus in a small apartment. The presence of an extractor hood in the kitchen will prevent steam from settling and remove excess heat.

How to choose the right pull-out system for the kitchen

When choosing kitchen systems, you need to understand that they must last at least 7-10 years. It is important to make your choice correctly and deliberately, and after installation it is necessary to carry out high-quality care of the systems. When choosing drawers, one should take into account not only personal wishes, but also the layout of the kitchen. This will help to correctly place cabinets and drawers so that their doors do not overlap each other when opened.

When choosing boxes, first of all, you need to consider the layout of the kitchen.

Also, designers do not recommend buying kitchen furniture before deciding what exactly needs to be stored in pull-out systems. In the most conveniently located cabinets, it is advised to place items that are used for each cooking.

Important! In order for the sliding systems to last longer, the compartments should not be filled to capacity. First, you can overload the structure, and secondly, it will be more difficult to find the necessary items.

You should be especially careful when choosing fittings, which are considered the most vulnerable point of retractable structures. You cannot save on retractable fittings. Preference should be given to options made of stainless steel with a thickness of more than 1 mm. It is important that everyone guides worked quietly and smoothly. If new furniture opens even with the slightest creak or bang, ask the manufacturer to check that the fixings are correct. It is also necessary to visually check the evenness of the sections, because the presence of a skew will lead to rapid wear of the parts. The permissible backlash of the drawer should not exceed three millimeters.

Pull-out kitchen baskets must be made of quality materials

An important criterion for long-term operation is the correct choice of material that is used for the manufacture of furniture. Most often, MDF and chipboard panels are used, which are distinguished by an optimal price. In this case, it is important to check the quality of the facades so that the surface is smooth and does not have protruding elements. If possible, it is better to choose a kitchen set made of solid wood.

Each retractable system performs a specific function, so it cannot be said that some system is better and some worse. The quality of the drawers themselves is directly affected by the choice of fittings, on which the service life depends. In one kitchen, it is allowed to use almost all options for pull-out baskets, especially if the area allows. The installation of such structures is relevant both in small and large kitchens, because their presence allows you to make every centimeter of the room functional.