A quiet revolution in kitchen storage has been taking place over the last decade, as a decrease in demand for cupboards has occurred alongside increased demand for deep drawers.
The Argument for Cupboards
For a long time cupboards have been the storage of choice in a kitchen. Cupboards usually contain one or two shelves, allowing users to categorise items and are a good option for bulky and/or irregular shaped items, and as the shelving can be adjusted, it’s also possible to make even larger spaces. Cupboards can also be installed higher up, making them a better option for food storage so as not to encourage vermin.
The Draw of Deep Drawers
Gone are the shallow drawers of yesteryear, good only for cutlery and tea towels. Kitchen refurbishment specialists such as www.thekitchenrefurbishmentcompany.co.uk/ are seeing increased demand for deep drawers. These deep drawers are often installed in place of cupboards in the lower section of a kitchen and are used to store items like pots and pans.
The main benefit is accessibility. As the drawer is extended, all items can be easily found and accessed, whereas in cupboards, items that are at the back can be hard to reach. As a result, deep drawers are just one way to make a kitchen more accessible for those with a disability.
Both cupboards and drawers still have their place in the kitchen. But deep drawers are definitely a good option for those looking for accessible solutions. High cupboards remain useful, however, for food and bulky items.
