The correct finishing of the kitchen depends on how comfortable on it will work. Of great importance each element. Take, for example, lighting. The selection of the right fixtures and their optimal placement allows you to visually increase the size of the room.
It is impossible to overlook and set. Well-chosen cabinets will help maximize ergonomic use of every inch of space. Kitchen appliances — a separate conversation. Modern technology allows for minimal cost to achieve the greatest efficiency. As an example, the same cooking surface.
The most important element of the kitchen is the work triangle. The fact is that hosting in the kitchen, you should have unimpeded access to the sink, fridge, oven and so on. The result is a crossing of paths when walking.
The kitchen is a whole set of different elements, which includes equipment, furniture and lighting. A special place among this list is finish. Done properly, the floor and walls will allow you with the maximum convenience to use the kitchen space.
One of the most important elements in the decoration of the kitchen is the apron. Need to put a lot of effort to choose the best option. Moreover, we should not forget about the installation. Fortunately, both can be done by yourself without the help builders or designers.
Installation ↑
To install glass backsplash in the kitchen their hands need details to plan the process and carry out all actions in accordance with the approved project.
As you can see, the installation does not take much time. But how responsibly you approach the installation of a glass apron, durability and appearance of this element of the interior.
Immediately need to mention one important detail. The mounting of the glass apron is much easier than, for example, ceramic. Moreover, this process is much cleaner.
Installation using the mounting hardware ↑
Perhaps it is the option of mounting professional builders use most often. The fact that it ensures optimum adhesion, will withstand dozens of years of operation.
Mounting by means of fastening allows to fix the glass apron very reliable. Moreover, when heavy glass is used having a considerable weight is the only option available. Other methods of mounting do not give the desired commit.
If necessary, glass apron can be easily removed. This option is very helpful when traveling or when you need to make repairs. The installation, in turn, is carried out for 20 minutes.
The fasteners can be of two types: entrance and mounted. When you use the first option in the corners of the glass apron made holes. They later screwed screws, which will be implemented by installation of this accessory in the kitchen.
So the screws were not allocated on the General background it is best to use decorative caps. In this embodiment, the mounting of the glass apron for the kitchen with his hands over the perfect decorative finish without the slightest hint of its work.
Hinged fixture is also frequently used when mounting. It provides reliable fixation of the glass apron in the kitchen. As fasteners used simple hooks. Optimal length of one centimeter.
The main advantage of this technology is mounting of the apron is the lack of holes in the structure itself. You don’t need to use a drill, then masking the bolt caps.
Records are well kept glass apron in place. As a result, the subassemblies stacked more accurately. The best technique to use when mounting a demountable glass apron.
When you mount on your kitchen glass apron with plates you need to leave a gap of at least 4 millimeters. These designs can easily be mounted on uneven walls.
Glue and liquid nails ↑
To glue glass apron for the kitchen wall will need to clean the surface. The installation does not represent special complexity. The place you will mount the construction must be pre-plastered and align.
The main attractiveness of the mounting of the glass apron that is on the glue lies in its simplicity. You don’t need to fiddle with the fasteners, drilling holes in the walls of the kitchen. The main drawback lies in the fragility of this attachment.
The joint between the slab and the countertop it is best to close a special edge. Real art at fixture design team is matchmaking. Of how well you perform, depends on the appearance of the wall.
After installation is complete, you will have to worry about the fittings and accessories. Without skirting boards and rails in a modern kitchen do not work. Moreover, do not forget the simple outlet.
Backlight ↑
As mentioned in the beginning of the article illuminated kitchen allows you to make it larger. But you need to correctly place the lighting elements. If desired, the apron can also be made part of illuminations.
Typically, the lighting elements are mounted on its perimeter. Good illumination the led ribbon inside the structure. The lighting element not just provides good illumination of the working surface, but also saves electric energy.
Tip! If you want to create a unique design concept, use a colored led tape. He will give you the opportunity to change lighting at any time.
Dimensions ↑
Height of kitchen wall panel is around 40 to 90 inches. The length should be about two and a half meters. But here, the first thing to pay attention to the kitchen itself and its parameters.
In the large kitchen apron the best thing to do is composite. But in order to design looked monolithic’ll have to spend a lot of time masking of joints.
Errors in the mounting of the glass apron ↑
Installing glass backsplash is not that difficult task. But to get it you need to avoid some common mistakes:
- Glass apron is not necessary to install before the repairs were complete. This design is best enjoyed when all other work is done. This will allow you to choose the optimal size. Moreover, this approach will allow you to choose the best image, under the overall design of your kitchen.
- After production in a glass apron, which has been hardened, you fail to perform any of the hole. So you have to specify in advance where there will be sockets, fasteners and roof rails.
- Ordinary glass apron very well combined with classical kitchen. Therefore, it is best to assemble the panels with the picture. A simple glass without any frills is perfect for high-tech style.
- Not the glass. Glass apron can be made of different material. Ordinary glass is suitable least. Of course, its price is significantly lower than the tempered, only performance is significantly worse. A panel of ordinary glass is easily scratched and also easily beats.
Other common mistakes can be ranked incorrectly matched pattern, the uneven illumination.
The results ↑
As you can see, the mounting of the glass apron requires attention and responsible approach. Even a small mistake in planning can lead to the fact that this element will be extremely far from harmonious look in the kitchen. To avoid this, make a draft in advance and gradually make it.
