All About Kitchens for Log Homes

When you are ready to build your kitchen in your log home there are some important considerations before you make your final decision. The kitchen will be a big part of the character and budget of your home. You should think about how you plan on using your kitchen, whether it is for social gatherings or family life. You need to think about how everything will be arranged, and how it will compliment the rest of your home. Some ideas might be; open or traditional floorplan, how much space is available, etc,. You may also want to consider which style you prefer; u-shape, L-shape, galley, or a kitchen with an island. If you decide for instance, on a u-shaped kitchen just remember that its a very inflexible design that wouldn't be easy to modify. An island would require a bigger floor space and a galley kitchen would become a traffic path. Arrangement of appliances are also very important factors in designing your kitchen, if they are too far apart it would definitely make cooking a chore. The stove, fridge and sink should be arranged for maximum efficiency. A good distance between the sink and fridge is 4 to 7 feet. Distance between sink and stove is 4 to 7 feet, and distance between stove and fridge is 4 to 9 feet. Ventilation should be vented to the outside, to remove moisture, gases, smoke and odors. For more blogs regarding log homes, check out our website at Muskoka Log Homes & Chalets.