What Size Shelving Unit Do You Need for a Kitchen?

The right shelving unit can transform a kitchen, but only if it is the right size. Too deep and it blocks a walkway or a door; too shallow and your plates and pans will not fit; too tall and the top shelf becomes a place where things are forgotten. Here we explain how to measure your kitchen properly for a freestanding shelving unit, starting with the clearances you need around doors, appliances and the main working area. We then look at the depth required for different items, from spice jars and glasses to dinner plates, mixing bowls and small appliances, and how to plan shelf spacing so nothing is wasted. We also cover height in relation to reach, how to fit a unit into awkward gaps beside the fridge or at the end of a run of cabinets, and how to choose materials that cope with heat, steam and regular cleaning. The aim is storage that fits and works daily....