Tables-cabinets for the kitchen: advantages and disadvantages, varieties and tips for choosing

A wide range of furniture allows each customer to choose the best option, taking into account their preferences and wishes. The requirements of buyers are so diverse that the range is only growing. Particularly noteworthy are the tables-cabinets for the kitchen, which are characterized by comfort and reliability. It is worth considering the features, purpose, pros and cons, types of tables-pedestals in the interior of the kitchen, as well as how to choose them correctly.

Many people choose a table-cabinet for the kitchen according to the criteria of the convenience and compactness of this element. The fact of compliance with the interior design is also important. Typically, a sideboard table has a separate unit that includes drawers and shelves, as well as two surfaces on the sides that fold to the sides.

This option will be indispensable for small kitchens. Due to the use of a simple mechanism, which is also used for a folding-type book-table, such a bedside table can be used as a practical table under the sink. If you do not need a table, then this element can be used as a storage for various kitchen utensils. In this case, the pedestal table plays the role of a cabinet. Usually, when folded, its dimensions are 80x75 cm. But when unfolded, it increases by about 2 times.

The pedestal table has various purposes. It can be used in the form of a writing table, for which it is enough just to unfold one of its doors. This option is ideal for kitchens in Khrushchev.It is worth giving preference to models that contain various shelves and drawers. Thus, you can use them to store various little things.

It should be noted that there are models that do not fold out. They are mainly intended for food preparation. These options usually include a small wood worktop that is less than one meter wide. At such a table, food is cut and food is prepared, but not eaten. It happens that such pedestal tables are used to locate a small washing machine or under a microwave.

Kitchen tables-cabinets are quite popular products, which is due to the advantages that they have:

• compactness - such furniture is optimal for a small room;
• ease of unfolding, ease of use;
• acceptable price;
• high strength and reliability - this furniture can be used for the convenient location of various household appliances;
• pedestal table can be located in the kitchen, corridor; on the loggia - such an element of the interior looks beautiful in different rooms.

It is worth noting the disadvantages of this furniture. Its dimensions are relatively small - usually, when unfolded at such a table, it can fit from 5 to 7 people., therefore, this option is not suitable for a large number of guests. In addition, the tables have a short service life. Although the products are characterized by practicality and convenience, they quickly fail if they are made of LSDP. But glass options have an even shorter lifespan. Only stainless steel versions can boast a long service life.

Today there are several types of table-pedestal designs for the buyer to choose from. Let's consider the most common and demanded options.

Drawer options are the most practical, as they are ideal for storing kitchen utensils, towels and cutlery. If you place several wall cabinets and a kitchen table-cabinet with drawers in the kitchen, then you can quite easily divide this room into functional zones.

• The most inconvenient is the low zone, which is located at a distance of 40 cm from the floor covering. Typically, this area includes the bottom drawers of the pedestals.
• The second zone is practical and easy to use, which is approximately at a height of 40 to 70 cm. Usually, the boxes in this zone are considered workable, they store items that are often used. Some housewives often use them to store food. They put salt, cereals and even small-sized kitchen appliances in such boxes.
• Next is the middle zone. Its height ranges from 70 to 150 cm. This is the optimal placement for various equipment - microwave, toaster or bread maker. This area is the most popular and convenient. It is worth placing things here that relate to everyday use.
• And the last zone is located at a height of 150 to 190 cm. These are already wall cabinets that are designed for built-in kitchen items. Dishes and everything needed to make tea or coffee are usually stored here.

Folding models are often used as a dining table. Typically, this type of cover includes several structural elements - a base and a rising table top. It is thanks to the presence of transforming parts that an increase in the usable area is provided. Due to the presence of furniture hinges, the table top is raised and lowered.

The table can have one or two lifting tabletops. If the model includes two tabletops, then the functionality of the pedestal table is significantly increased. If you raise only one part, then you can use the object as a working area, but a table with two unfolded parts creates a spacious dining table. But if we look at it from the point of view of stability, then the variant with one “wing” is more stable.

Tables-pedestals are usually presented in the form of a rectangle or square. Although there are folding models with semicircular tabletops - in this case, the unfolded table will have the shape of an oval. This option is ideal for spacious kitchens. But if you need to purchase a sideboard table for a small kitchen, then it is better to pay attention to the corner model, since it does not take up much space, as it is installed in a free corner of the room.

The standard model has the following folded dimensions:

• height - 850 mm;
• depth - 600 mm;
• width - 300–800 mm.

Tables-pedestals are a fairly popular product, therefore they are made from a variety of materials. The following materials are trending today:

• wood - solid wood models look refined, beautiful and elegant;
• metal - stainless steel products are usually on sale, since they are characterized by increased practicality and reliability;
• plastic - such models are usually purchased for outdoor recreation or for location in the country;
• glass - glass tables look very nice, but remember that they are impractical.

It should be noted that some companies are not afraid to experiment, offering their customers pedestal tables of interesting shapes and colors. For example, glass models are decorated with stylish prints. But it is worth remembering that furniture must first of all be practical. Unusually shaped metal tables or carved wooden models look stylish and effective. First of all, it is worth paying attention to the characteristics of the product, and only then build on its appearance.

If we consider the color performance of the pedestal tables, then it can be noted that they are presented mainly in natural colors. Wood models can be either light or dark. When choosing a color, you need to proceed from the interior design of the kitchen. The table should harmoniously fit into the interior of the room, fit in the style direction.

To choose the right table-cabinet for the kitchen, you should heed the following recommendations of experts:

• models with doors are characterized by excellent spaciousness, but in order to make it convenient to get things, it is better to use options with drawers - they are best suited for this;
• if the model has drawers or baskets, then it is worth remembering that the depth of the model cannot be changed, therefore, when the table is located behind it, there should not be various kinds of protrusions, pipes or electrical outlets;
• the option for cutting should have a width of 400 mm, the optimal solution is 600 mm;
• for a small kitchen, models with a width of more than 800 mm are not suitable;
• if we compare one-door and two-door models of tables, then it is better to give preference to the second one, since a wide door is inconvenient to use - it requires a lot of free space when opening;
• you should not buy tables with wooden facades for small kitchens, since classic elements look beautiful in a kitchen set, but not separately.

The pedestal table is characterized by excellent spaciousness due to the presence of shelves and drawers. A snow-white cabinet with a wood-like countertop looks beautiful and delicate. This table can mainly be used for cutting and preparing food, although it is also suitable for dining for two.

A folding kitchen cabinet is the perfect choice for a dining table. When unfolded, it will accommodate many guests. The table is completed with drawers for convenient storage of various things. Color performance deserves special attention, the combination of light and dark shades looks elegant and effective.

The table-cabinet under a tree with folding tabletops looks stylish. The optimal location is along the wall. This model will fit beautifully into spacious kitchens. This piece of furniture can perfectly accommodate 4 people. Stylish chairs, matched to the table, form a fashionable set.

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