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Standard kitchen unit sizes run from 300mm to 1000mm wide for base cabinets, at a depth of 560mm to 600mm. The finished worktop sits at around 900mm. Those increments govern almost every kitchen layout, which is why it pays to know them before you start planning. At Mayfair Kitchens we read those dimensions against how […]

Kitchen sink sizes start with the cabinet underneath. A single bowl usually needs a 600mm base unit, a 1.5 bowl needs 800mm to 1000mm, and a double bowl needs 1000mm or wider. At Mayfair Kitchens we settle this early, because a sink chosen after the cabinetry has been made will always cost you something. Usually […]

At Mayfair Kitchens, we know extraction is rarely the part of a new kitchen anyone looks forward to discussing. It is also one of the details that decides whether you enjoy the room every day. As a starting point, your kitchen extraction rate should be around 10 times the volume of the room every hour. […]

To clean painted kitchen cabinets, use a soft, damp cloth and a mild detergent, then dry the surface straight away. That is almost all a hand-painted kitchen needs. Avoid abrasive products, bleach, solvents, harsh degreasers, and steam cleaners, as all of these can damage the paint rather than protect it. At Mayfair Kitchens, we find […]

A successful kitchen lighting scheme needs three layers: task lighting for working, ambient lighting for general visibility and accent lighting for atmosphere. Most unsuccessful schemes rely on a single grid of ceiling lights, leaving worktops shadowed and the room feeling flat. Lighting should be planned alongside the cabinetry, appliances and electrical positions rather than added […]

A workable kitchen island starts at roughly 1,000 × 1,000mm and needs at least 1,000mm of clear space around it in most kitchens. The final kitchen island size should then account for appliance doors, seating, the number of cooks and the jobs the island needs to perform. An island can add preparation space, storage and […]

The best shaker kitchen ideas combine timeless cabinet design with colours, materials and practical details that reflect the individual home. Although shaker cabinetry has traditional roots, its simple framed doors can be styled in many different ways. Pale painted cabinets and natural timber create a relaxed country kitchen. Dark colours, slim handles and crisp worktops […]

Most bespoke kitchen projects take 8 to 16 weeks from final design approval to completed installation. Once you include the initial consultation, design development, revisions and final specification, it is sensible to begin planning 12 to 20 weeks before you would like the kitchen finished. The precise timescale depends on the size of your kitchen, […]

A kitchen renovation is one of the most rewarding projects you can undertake in your home. Done well, it transforms your daily routine, adds significant value to your property, and creates a space your whole household will enjoy. But it is also a complex project with many moving parts — and the more prepared you […]

A new kitchen is one of the most significant investments you will make in your home. It is the heart of daily life, the backdrop for family gatherings, and a space that should reflect your personality as much as it serves your practical needs. If you are considering a bespoke kitchen in Chester, Wirral, or […]