Standard Kitchen Unit and Appliance Sizes
In this metric data post we will be looking at standard kitchen layouts and sizes. To make it more useful, we have put together a reference PDF with all of the sizes that you can download for free. On top of that you can get all of the CAD drawings that are featured in this post from our shop for a small fee.
In this post we explore standard kitchen information for units, appliances, layouts and more.
The sizes below are suggestions, and of course, kitchens come in many different sizes – but this is a good starting point and guide. It is especially useful if you have the cad drawings to drag and drop directly into your floor plans.
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Standard Kitchen Unit Sizes
Standard depth of kitchen unit: 600mm
Standard height of kitchen unit: 900mm
Standard widths of kitchen units:
300mm, 400mm, 500mm, 600m, 800mm, 1000mm, 1200mm
Standard depth of wall cupboard: 300mm to 350mm
Standard height of wall cupboard: 400mm to 700mm
Standard widths of kitchen wall cupboards:
300mm, 400mm, 500mm, 600m, 800mm, 1000mm, 1200mm
Standard Kitchen Sink Sizes
Small kitchen sink: 500mm depth x 600mm width
Mid kitchen sink: 500mm depth x 1000mm width
Large kitchen sink: 500mm depth x 1200mm width
APPLIANCES
Standard Fridge Sizes
Small fridge size: 500mm wide x 850mm high
Mid fridge size: 600mm wide x 1460mm high
Tall fridge size: 600mm wide x 1750mm high
Double fridge: 908mm wide x 1760mm high
Standard Ovens and Hobs
Single freestanding oven size: 600mm wide x 900mm high
Double range oven size: 1100mm wide x 900mm high
Under worktop single oven size: 600mm wide x 850mm high
Built in double oven size: 600mm wide x 850mm high
Hob size: 600mm wide x 580mm depth
Other Appliances
Under worktop dishwasher size: 600mm wide x 850mm high
Washing machine size: 600mm wide x 850mm high
Tumble dryer size: 600mm wide x 850mm high
Microwave size: 500mm wide x 330mm high
Kitchen Design Rules of Thumb
There are some fundamental design principles when it comes to planning your kitchen that should be considered. These rules of thumb should help you avoid potential awkward spaces, and poor functionality.
Rule 1 – Kitchen Door Clearance
Ensure there is at least 400mm clearance between a kitchen door and the nearest units. This essentially means allowing for 1200mm between the units and the wall with the door.
If you are planning a narrow galley style kitchen, and the room is less than 1800mm wide, you cannot comfortably use a standard 600mm deep unit. You may need to use bespoke (however this would affect appliances) – or reconsider your design.
Rule 2 – Distance Between Units
Allow a minimum 1200mm clearance between runs of units. Most doors open up to around 600mm, i.e. dishwasher, oven door, unit door so a minimum of 1200mm will allow people to pass when then doors are open.
A distance of 1500mm between units will allow two people to pass with ease when the doors are closed.
Rule 3 – Work Triangle
Rule 4 – Clearance Between Worktop and Wall Mounted Cabinet
Rule 5 – Door Interference
Rule 6 – Distance Behind Seating
Ensure you provide enough space behind a seated diner to allow traffic to pass.
The minimum clearance from the table or counter to any wall or other obstruction behind the seating area is 800mm.
If someone is to walk past, a distance of 1100mm should be provided. For a wheelchair to comfortably move past the seated diner a distance of 1500mm should be provided.
Rule 7 – Food Preparation and Work Area
Rule 8 – Cooking Surface
Rule 9 – Traffic
Rule 10 – Don’t Break up the Workspace
Rule 11 – Place the Sink in the Centre
Rule 12 – Dishwashers
Rule 13 – Oven Set Down Space
Rule 14 – Fridge Set Down Space
Rule 15 – Fire
Rule 16 – Regulations
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I have a question.
Why they use only mm or m scales? As a beginner, I want to use inch or foot, when I make a design. I really don’t know which one is better. Can you give me some advice for more learning.
Hi Dhana,
In the UK, architects usually work in millimetres. Since we are based in the UK all of the content on the site is in mm. However, some countries work in inches and feet, or even use a combination of both. You can read a bit more about units here:
https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Metric_system
Hope this helps.
Good day. I downloaded your metric data design guide, lots of handy reference material in there. This was after looking at your above kitchen design rules (also handy). In the latter, I noticed a number of ambiguities/inconsistencies that I would be happy to share with you if you are interested. I completely understand if you are not, though, (they are minor points) so don’t think I’ll be offended in this case.
Hello Howard, thank you for your comment. Of course, we are always happy to receive feedback and suggestions for improvement. Please drop us an email at hello@firstinarchitecture.co.uk with your ideas. We look forward to hearing from you! Emma