Kitchen design with window wash

In the process of planning repair work in the kitchen, many owners of small-sized apartments try to look for all kinds of options for how to take advantage of every free centimeter. In fact, this can be done in different ways, and there are many options, and the most popular at the moment is the transfer of the sink. Perhaps you are interested in the original design of the kitchen with a sink at the window? Many modern designers offer just such a layout option, with the positive and negative sides of which we will familiarize ourselves with in this article.

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Advantages of window washing

Any redevelopment and rearrangement is somehow related to the desire to increase the working space and functionality of kitchen furniture. Therefore, most often, the washing is transferred to another place. Is such a solution convenient?

Now we will consider the positive aspects of such a redevelopment.

Significantly increased working area

In most cases, the space under the window remains completely idle or there is a dining table. If you move the sink, you can free up a whole meter of usable area, so that later you can place household appliances or some element of furniture there.

Energy saving

Almost all sinks are in the darkest place in the kitchen, that is, in the corner, respectively - they need normal lighting. So, if the light comes from the window, then you do not have to constantly use the backlight in the daytime.

Quick moisture removal

Due to the window open for ventilation, moisture evaporates almost instantly.

Psychological factor

This is probably one of the most important arguments in favor of such a peculiar arrangement of the sink. In many kitchens, the work area is designed so that the housewives have to face the blank wall almost all the time. Washing dishes by the open window has a positive effect on the emotional state and mood of a person. Thus, you can distract from work by observing a change in the scenery outside the window.

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Cons of washing to the window and options for eliminating them

It would seem that this redevelopment option is ideal, and in this case the whole kitchen is used to the maximum. Window washing, in fact, is not always the most rational solution to the problem of lack of free space, because you have to transfer the drain and water intake points.

But any problem can be solved, so the main thing is to immediately tune in to a positive result. Now we will consider the most common difficulties arising from such a redevelopment and options for their various solutions.

Radiators

Most of the housewives are concerned about the issue associated with thermal radiators. According to the old layout and layout of heat engineering, heat exchangers are mounted directly under the window in order to provide a thermal curtain from cold air. This problem is solved simply - special lattices are installed in the countertop. Or you can design an alternative source of heating - underfloor heating.

Important! The second option copes with its task one hundred percent.

Water pipes

In this situation, there is no alternative, since no one will allow you to transfer the pipeline, and in general it is impossible to do this.You just have to spend money on its elongated, purchase high-quality materials and install it correctly.

Countertop deformation

Serious temperature changes make their own adjustments to such a kitchen design. The sink at the window, like the rest of the kitchen, is equipped with a wooden worktop, which, under the influence of this phenomenon, can crack and swell.

How to get out of this situation? You can install a countertop made of stone or any other moisture-resistant material.

Splashing water on the window

This problem is more aesthetic in nature, therefore, it is easier to deal with it:

• Firstly, it is better to install a granite or stone sink, instead of the traditional metal one.
• Secondly - you can equip the sink with an apron, which will not allow splashes to fall on the glass.
• Thirdly, install the sink perfectly at the most remote distance from the window.

Important! If you are afraid that a wooden frame will suffer from water, then it is easier to replace it with more modern metal-plastic double-glazed windows.

Difference in window frame height and countertop level

If the difference is large, then this is even good, since the window will be additionally protected from splashes. In the opposite situation, it is better to refuse to transfer the sink altogether. The solution to this problem will cause a lot of difficulties, which not many, even the most professional builders, can eliminate.

Obstruction of the mixer to the ventilation process

Often the mixer is positioned in such a way that it simply does not work to open the window normally. But current plumbing manufacturers have managed to solve this problem by issuing original products with a folding hose. When a window needs to be opened, it simply slides to one side and then returns to its place.

Important! A special rubber mat placed on the bottom of the sink helps minimize water splashing.

As you can see, there are no global reasons for refusing to transfer the sink to the window, and all the difficulties that arise are easily eliminated by experienced craftsmen.

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The subtleties of transferring the sink to the window

The design of the kitchen with a sink at the window involves observing all the subtleties associated with the transfer of the water intake point, as mentioned above. The process of lengthening the sewer pipeline requires maximum attention. According to the current rules and requirements, the drainage system must be laid under a certain slope. This condition must be observed without fail to avoid blockages.

Important! During installation, make sure that the drain pipe is raised 3-5 cm from the floor. In addition, if the washing is transferred from the riser more than three meters, then installation of special equipment will be required - a food waste grinder.

Now you know what pitfalls may alert you if you decide that washing by the window will look better. The place for storing dishes, which previously was located above it, can also be used in a completely new way. This redevelopment option is able to completely change your kitchen, make it more functional and modern.