SAA HB1111998

THE DOMESTIC KITCHEN HANDBOOK

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SAA HB1111998
SAA HB1111998
THE DOMESTIC KITCHEN HANDBOOK
Compiled by
Anelia Pty Ltd
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Foreword SAA HB1111998
Copyright Domestic Kitchens Handbook 3
FOREWORD
This handbook was prepared jointly by Anelia Pty Ltd and Standards Australia to help people
prepare a brief for their new kitchen and more effectively communicate their needs to kitchen
designers.
Anelia Pty Ltd has had extensive experience in the design of domestic kitchens for the general
public, has been involved with training kitchen designers and preparing technical handbooks on
kitchen design.
In 1996, Standards Australia issued AS/NZS 4386, Domestic kitchen assemblies. Part 1 deals with
kitchen units and Part 2 deals with installation. These documents are also supported by AS 4387,
Parts 1 to 16 that specify the methods of testing kitchen cabinetry construction. This handbook
was commissioned to complement and expand on these standards. It will provide consumers with
a valuable tool to use when commissioning, designing and installing a new kitchen.
Photographs: John Wilson (Crocus Pty Ltd) and
Malcolm Smith (M.C. Smith Studio)
Cartoons: Trevor Williams
HIA-NKBA The National Kitchens and Bathroom Association, is an association which represents
kitchen and bathroom manufacturers, suppliers, retailers and designer members of the Housing
Industry Association. Members have to abide by a strict Code of Ethics designed to ensure
consumers of the finest standards of business behaviour. HIA operates throughout Australia and
has a range of services available for members including specifically designed supply and install
contract for kitchens, bathrooms, laundries and kitchen specifications. It also offers access to
advice on a range of matters including contractual, legal, industrial relations, occupational health
and safety, training and technical services.
CopyrightStandards Australia.
Except where the Copyright Act otherwise allows, no part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval
system in any form or transmitted by any means without prior permission in writing from Standards Australia.
DISCLAIMER:
The information in this Handbook has been carefully checked and is correct to the best of our knowledge and belief. It
is the users responsibility to check with the relevant codes, authorities and manufacturers specifications for the most
up-to-date information. The authors disclaim all and any liability to any persons whatsoever in respect of anything done
or omitted to be done by any such person in reliance whether in whole or in part upon any of the contents of this
handbook.
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SAA HB1111998 Contents
4 The Domestic Kitchen Handbook Copyright
CONTENTS
Page
INTRODUCTION 5
1.0 THE DOMESTIC KITCHEN 7
1.1 The Function of the Domestic Kitchen 8
1.2 Cabinetry Components and Terminology 12
1.3 Range of Cupboard and Benchtop Configurations 14
1.4 Circulation in the Kitchen 16
1.5 Ergonomics 18
2.0 MATERIALS IN THE KITCHEN 23
2.1 Floors 23
2.2 Cupboard Carcasses 28
2.3 Cupboard Doors 29
2.4 Benchtop/Worktops 35
2.5 Wall Finishes and Splashbacks 40
3.0 APPLIANCES AND FITTINGS FOR THE KITCHEN 43
3.1 Cooking 43
3.2 Cold Storage 49
3.3 Cleaning and Recycling 52
3.4 Small/Hand-Held Appliances 56
3.5 Lighting in the Kitchen 58
4.0 KITCHEN BRIEF AND BUDGET ESTIMATES 61
4.1 The Kitchen Space 62
4.2 Lifestyle 64
4.3 Appliance and Fittings 66
4.4 Materials 68
4.5 Design Services 69
4.6 The Budget 70
4.7 Contact Directory 71
APPENDICES
A INTERPRETING KITCHEN PLANS 72
A1 Work Order and Schedules 73
A2 Kitchen Plans 74
B CONSTRUCTION OF THE KITCHEN 76
B1 Floor Finishes 76
B2 Cupboards 78
B3 Benchtops 82
B4 Plumbing 86
B5 Electrical 87
B6 Installing Appliances and Fittings 88
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HB 111-1998 The Domestic Kitchen Handbook