Kitchens are constantly evolving, which means they’re full of all sorts of – let’s face it, often useless – gadgets. It’s getting harder and harder to navigate the world of kitchen accessories – what’s actually useful and what’s just a waste of money? Here, we’d like to introduce four kitchen accessories that can make your everyday life easier.

First of all, we would like to emphasise that kitchen design must always begin with thorough planning. This involves more than simply choosing the right style of kitchen furniture and measuring the room. It is important to consider what sort of lifestyle we lead, what we actually use the kitchen for at present, and what we would like to use it for in the future, and to think through our needs accordingly. The kitchen accessories presented here are very useful, but you may not necessarily need them yourself.

 

Touch-free kitchen tap

 

Imagine a world where sticky pasta or greasy fingers don’t automatically mean you have to clean your tap straight after cooking. With a touchless tap, this is possible! Just hold your hand under it, and the water starts flowing! It’s ideal when your hands are full – for example, whilst cooking – or perhaps if you’re cooking with your little one, and you simply want to wash their little hands, but of course there may also be illnesses that make even such a simple action as turning the tap handle difficult. In any case, this is an extremely practical and hygienic solution, which also prevents you from passing germs on to one another.

 

Push-open kitchen unit fronts

 

We have already written about push-open cupboard doors in more detail in a previous article. The key feature is that there are no handles or other knobs; the kitchen cupboard doors open and close with a gentle push. This lends your kitchen an exceptionally clean, elegant look – an essential feature for a minimalist interior. This solution isn’t just about design; it also makes working in the kitchen very straightforward.

 

Sockets concealed within worktops

 

Let’s face it, they aren’t essential, yet they’re a popular solution for many people. After all, we have more and more gadgets, all of which run on electricity, and we don’t want to spoil the look of the back wall with a row of sockets. These various pop-up solutions, which can be built into the worktop, remain hidden until we need them. They create a clean, uncluttered interior, and those who are passionate about kitchen appliances will love them.

 

Extractor fan on the hob

 

This isn’t exactly the image that springs to mind when we think of a cooker hood. After all, a cooker hood is usually a large appliance that sits above the hob. These days, however, this isn’t necessarily the case, as there are models that are built into the hob itself. It’s an efficient, stylish and, what’s more, space-saving solution that can be integrated into any interior. It’s very important that you consult the relevant specialist before making a purchase, as it’s essential to ensure the technical aspects are in place alongside the technology! Here at Mobilan, we provide not only a free visual design but also technical advice alongside our kitchen furniture, so you won’t face any unpleasant surprises during installation!

 

If you’d like to start planning your kitchen, the first thing you should do is think carefully about your needs. The following list of questions can serve as a very useful starting point:

50 QUESTIONS YOU SHOULD CONSIDER BEFORE PLANNING YOUR KITCHEN FURNITURE

Once you’ve got the basics sorted, we’d love to welcome you to the To Mobilan Kitchen Studio, where we’ll discuss your requirements and provide comprehensive advice. We’ll then draw up a free design plan for you, and once you’ve approved it, we can install your dream kitchen units in as little as 3 weeks. Book an appointment today via our contact details!