Category: Kitchen Solutions

What are the Best Materials for a Waterproof Shower Enclosure’s Walls?

With so many materials to choose from when shopping for a modern shower enclosure, which one should you choose? Is it better to install tiles on the walls or will fibreglass, glass and aluminium-and-polystyrene combinations work better to create a waterproof cubicle? Read on to discover the answer.

What is a Waterproof Shower Enclosure?

It is a type of cubicle that is designed to keep water inside the wash area. These types are typically made of glass, fibreglass, or polystyrene-and-aluminium combinations.

 

Types of Materials for Waterproof Shower Enclosure

There are many materials that can be used for a waterproof cubicle. The most common material is glass because it is both durable and affordable. Fibreglass is another type of material that can be used for a waterproof enclosure. It is lightweight and easy to install. Polystyrene is also a material now widely used in combination with ABS and aluminium for lightweight, tight-sealing and waterproof showers.

 

Advantages of Using Fibreglass for the Walls or Floors of a Wash Cubicle

The fibreglass material is waterproof, and it does not break down over time. This makes it the best material for a floor. It doesn’t matter if you’re looking to install one in your home or have your contractor install one during renovations. Fibreglass provides a durable surface that’s easy to wipe down, keep free from mould, and ensures a scratch-free surface.

With no seams or grout spaces, as with mosaic or tile walls and floor surfaces, there is no place for leakages to occur. Leakages can cause water damage to adjacent cupboards or walls. In turn, this can cause damp build-up and mould, which can be a health hazard. In addition, the water damage reduces the aesthetic appeal and structural integrity of the home. With a sealed wall and floor surface, as is possible with fibreglass, you don’t have to worry about these risks.

The wall-and-floor combination is already pre-made, saving you time with installation and costs in terms of building a waterproof cubicle.

 

Advantages of Glass for the Shower Enclosure’s Front-facing Wall

A conventional plastic curtain causes heat loss as it’s not sealed. The curtain also tends to cling to the person who is showering if there is even a slight breeze in the bathroom. Nobody wants to fight the clingy plastic curtain. Instead, they want a hassle-free shower experience, made possible with glass walls.

Glass is transparent or semi-transparent, depending on the design of the door. These glass doors are scratch-resistant and provide superb sealing. Fitted into aluminium or strong PVC frames, the doors make it easy to enclose the cubicle space to waterproof the area. The glass is easy to clean and provides for an aesthetically appealing wash cubicle in the bathroom.

Read more about our Smart Shower Units.

Advantages of Polystyrene-and-Aluminium Combinations

Both materials are lightweight, rust- and corrosion-resistant, and long-lasting. With the high humidity environment in the cubicle, it’s important to have walls and trays that are easy to wipe dry to prevent mould build-up.

Heavy cubicle door panels make it difficult to easily close or open the panels. Aluminium is lightweight, but strong, making it a superb material to be a frame for a lightweight, polystyrene ABS wall. See an example of the square ABS cubicle here.

 

Verdict: Which Materials are the Best for Shower Enclosure Walls and Floors?

Materials that don’t have textures allowing for debris build-up and bacterial growth are best suited for the high humidity wash area. Look for lightweight materials that are corrosion and rust-resistant as well. In addition, the surfaces must be easy to clean with a simple wipe. Look for materials that enhance the overall aesthetic appeal and bathing experience of the user. Finally, you want an affordable option that is easy to repair, as well as to install.

Materials that ft the category for waterproof showers include glass, ABS/fibreglass, polystyrene, and aluminium.

 

GEZA Offers Affordable, Quality Products

Buy from a trusted supplier that offers units made from these materials. GEZA matches the requirement with affordable, quality products that come with a minimum one-year guarantee. View our pricelist for bathroom products and you’ll agree that our products are excellently priced.

Visit our showroom at 6 Bartle Street, Malvern, in Johannesburg, or get in touch with us online for more information and a quote on our range of waterproof shower enclosures.

How are Modular Kitchen Units and Sinks Fitted?

Modular kitchens are often made up of interchangeable parts that can be arranged in different ways. This is why they are also called “kitchen units”. They can be built in a way that allows for maximum efficiency or increased storage space. These cabinets, sinks and appliance combinations are a great way to save space. They also provide you with more storage options for cookware and crockery. The modular area design allows for customisation and layout according to the owner’s preference.

 

Benefits of the modular kitchen units

Modular units are often designed to be more space efficient. This can be achieved by combining the sink, appliances and cabinets into one unit. This means that there is no need for a separate unit for the sink and there is more room for storage elsewhere in the cooking area.

Another advantage is that they are easier to clean. The surfaces are often made from stainless steel or other materials that can be easily wiped down, which reduces the amount of time spent on cleaning tasks.

For instance, GEZA sink- and draining boards are made from stainless steel, making them durable and rust-resistant. Cleaning is easy since the surface has a high level of scratch resistance. The cupboard surfaces can be powder-coated steel, PVC or melamine. All three types are easy to clean and maintain.

The modular kitchen units with sink and cabinet combinations are more flexible and offer more space for storage. The conventional types are limited to the size of the cooking area and can’t be expanded easily.

Appliances are chosen or built to fit the unit space perfectly. The fridge, microwave oven, stovetop, and oven that come with the single or double cupboard combinations are integrated into the overall design for an improved aesthetic.

These designs enable customisation and cost savings because the pre-built cabinets and sink combinations feature standardised dimensions. Each of the sinks comes with its plug, waste and trap included. Installation can be done quicker, also saving you money in terms of labour.

 

How are modular kitchen units fitted?

Modular types are fitted in one of two ways:

• Pre-assembled
• Kits to assemble and install on-site

 

Pre-assembled

The components come already assembled in the desired combination. All you have to do is to place the unit of choice where you want it. This option saves a lot of installation time. If you want a quick and no-fuss solution, then opt for the pre-assembled types.

 

Flat-back types – kits for on-site assembling

The second type consists of all the components required to make up the complete unit. You need to fit the pieces together according to the instructions. If you’re a DIY enthusiast with some assembling experience or a contractor used to assembling products from kits, then this option will work well for you. It provides you with more control over the process but takes longer to construct and fit.

 

Single or double kitchen sinks

This depends on the space available. The single options provide larger draining boards, giving you more workspace whereas the double types have smaller bowls, but offer the convenience of two bowls for washing and rinsing at the same time. See an example of a double sink unit here.

 

Why buy the kitchen sinks and cabinet units from one supplier?

The product’s quality is important. You want the assurance that all the components will last and fit together perfectly with the other parts such as the cabinets, drawers, and storage cupboards. You can only have the assurance of seamlessly matching colours and designs when purchasing from one trusted supplier. In addition, it will save you money as you place one order. Furthermore, should you in future want to add to the sections, you’ll want products designed to fit with those sections. You can view our pricelists here.

 

Where to buy affordable kitchen units in South Africa

GEZA offers a comprehensive range of sinks, cupboards, cabinets and combination sets for modern homes. We offer complete units for quick and easy installation without requiring wet trades. Our products come with a minimum one-year guarantee. Our units feature standardised sizes, making it easier for you to calculate costs and plan layouts. The products have quality finishes, including stainless steel kitchen sinks. Visit our showroom at 6 Bartle Street, Malvern, in Johannesburg, or reach out to us online for more information and a quote. View all our kitchen units and other poducts here.

Kitchen Renovations – Space, Time and Money Saving Options

Kitchen renovations can add value to your property. However, if you spend more on the refurbishment than the value the improvements can add then you’re doing it wrong. Any improvements should be weighed against the cost of investment, the functionality added, durability factors and aesthetic appeal.

With the mentioned factors in mind, how can you benefit from kitchen renovations for small spaces?

The answer lies with buying from the right supplier. GEZA offers affordable single and double bowl sinks with cupboards featuring steel, melamine and PVC finishes. The steel option is great for space saving as the cupboard doors slide open instead of swinging open. The units are also perfect for durability.

The melamine finishes are superb for aesthetic appeal and are affordable to boot. These are well-suited for homes where water damage risk is low. If you plan kitchen renovations for affordable housing units, consider the risk of flooding, roof leaks and the like. For these, we recommend the PVC finishes. These are lighter, often more affordable, rust-resistant, exceptionally durable and water-damage proof.

How else can you benefit?

With the comprehensive range of products available from GEZA, you can refurbish an entire space without breaking the bank in the process.

We offer modular storage cabinets to single and double bowl sinks, as well as combination units. The combination units include microwave ovens and two-plate counter fit stoves to fridges along with single or double bowl sinks and cupboards.

Talk about space saving renovations and you’ll agree that these combination units are amazing space savers in the kitchen. Add to that the property value increase if the home is fitted with an oven, stove, fridge, microwave and durable sink unit, and you have a winning concept.

Kitchen renovations with the PVC finished products available from GEZA also help you to save money immediately, add a level of extra durability, and reduce the cost of maintenance and ownership over the lifespan of the unit.

Why buy from GEZA?

With superior quality and affordable pricing, we have developed a reputation for excellence over the years. Our products are made for the South African environment, and we understand the importance of durability.

Our products are well-priced and don’t compromise on quality. Our range is durable and exceptionally practical. We offer various units to meet your requirements for kitchen renovations. Visit one of our showrooms or give us a shout for expert assistance in choosing products to meet your space, budget and functionality needs.

How to Choose Kitchen Sinks for Small Spaces

With many types of kitchen sinks available, how do you choose one that fits in a small space and meets your washing requirements? One mistake to avoid is choosing a unit that looks great but is impractical in every way. If you have to spend hours cleaning it daily or preventing it from being damaged, it is hardly the type of bowl that you can use in a small space where the occasional bumps against the bowl will be a given.

Don’t fret too much though, as we share a few guidelines on choosing kitchen sinks for small spaces to meet your budget and functional needs.

Choose the right material

Nowadays, you can find bowls made from porcelain to cast iron, clay, hardened plastic and stainless steel. Porcelain looks great but can break if you add too heavy loads or drop hard items into the bowl. In addition, porcelain requires more cleaning to keep it stain-free and shiny for a long time. It’s best to reserve the porcelain bowls for the bathroom.

Clay is equally impressive but just as difficult to keep stain-free. It’s also heavy and can crack or suffer damage. Considering that the kitchen is not exactly an environment where everything is done in a considerate manner, the risk of damage should be weighed against the aesthetic appeal of the bowl. In addition, both porcelain and clay bowls are on the expensive side.

Cast iron is as durable as it gets, but then you have to consider the risk of rust. If not properly treated, you can expect rust issues. Since you will use the sink for years, it’s worth considering the cost of ownership of a heavy cast iron sink.

Stainless steel kitchen sinks offer the distinct advantage of being rust-resistant. If you live near the coast, you’ll know how quickly any type of steel product rusts. Not so when you buy a stainless steel kitchen sink from GEZA. These bowls are also lighter than the porcelain, cast iron and clay types, and more affordable.

If you’re looking for a durable material that can handle the knocks and bumps associated with cleaning dishes, then choose the stainless steel option. Also, the material is easy to clean and keep scratch- and stain-free. This is the low maintenance option that will be light on your pocket and time.

Single or double bowl kitchen sinks?

It depends on the available space. If you have a small area for washing up and cooking, then the single bowl is the way to go. It takes up less space and you can drain the load before rinsing the dishes. However, if you have space and want added comfort, then the double bowl unit works great. Keep in mind that, in most instances, the double bowl option consists of two smaller bowls whereas the single bowl type normally has a larger sink for bigger items.

The double bowl unit does offer two advantages. You can wash and rinse without first having to drain the water from the bowl. Also, you can use one side for your dishes and the other for rinsing vegetables.

Choose single or double based on available space as the price difference is not large.

Under-mount or drop-in kitchen sinks?

The under-mount types look stunning, especially because the bowls are hidden. But, other than the aesthetic appeal, you don’t have other benefits. It can even be more difficult to keep the bowl clean without causing damage to the work surface on top. The drop-in types are often moulded with no cracks or corners where dirt and grime can collect. In addition, these types often form part of a larger drain board system. Not only can you clean these types without having to worry about water damage to the cupboard surface, but you also don’t have to worry about rust and difficulty in cleaning.

Standalone or part of a combination unit?

A bowl with a drain board and cupboard already saves a lot of space. Now, if you want everything together, you can opt for one of our mini or maxi units that feature a bowl, drain board, cupboard and a combination of a stove, fridge and microwave – with several combination options available.

Where to get the best prices on kitchen sinks?

GEZA offers exceptionally affordable, yet high-quality kitchen sinks for small spaces. View our price lists and reach out for more information on our product portfolio.

Space Saving Solutions for Mini Kitchens

GEZA is associated with innovative space saving solutions for mini kitchens in South Africa. As a local manufacturer, we understand the space limitations with which developers must work when building affordable housing units. Private home builders often have the same issue. Apart from limited floor space, they need to save money on fixtures for the bathrooms and kitchens, but without compromising on quality.

And that’s where we come in with our exceptional range of products. Read on to discover our space saving solutions for mini kitchens.

All-in-one Space Saving Solutions for Mini Kitchens – Stove to Sink and Fridge in One Setting

Whether for student apartments, granny flats, self-catering units or affordable family homes, our combination units with sinks, stoves, and fridges with cupboards enable you to save money and make the best use of space.

One example is our white melamine or mahogany melamine finish unit that includes a 1000mm x 600mm stainless steel top for drying and food preparation. With it being stainless steel, you don’t have to fret about rust issues. The corrosion-resistant surface is superb for draining wet dishes while it can double as a workspace.

The unit also includes a single end sink with a swivel mixer fixed to the bowl top. The mixer has a goose-neck spout design, making it possible to move it out of the way for large pots. The goose-neck swivel mixer is also great for filling kettles or jugs with water. The sink comes with the waste, plug and trap.

We supply the combination units with the bowl on the left or the right side, ensuring we can meet your space saving requirements. Each unit features a two-plate stove, making it possible to cook food without requiring a separate workspace. Without the need to make changes to the main electricity supply for the stove, it’s possible to install these units without much red tape associated with fixed stove systems.

With the washing, drying, workspace and cooking facility already available, what else can you want? Of course, a cooling device would complete the picture, but where to put the fridge? Once again, we’ve shown that we understand space saving needs with our under-top fridge. The Defy 120 litre bar fridge or similar model comes with a small freezer compartment, thereby creating the ultimate all-in-one space saving solution for mini kitchens.

We’ve completed the picture with storage space underneath the sink. The hinged door cupboard offers two shelves of which the top one is height adjustable. Everything needed for a functional kitchen is included in this super space saving solution. Have a look at the combination unit here.

Other combinations

What if you need more functionality, but the same space saving solutions for mini kitchens as offered with the mentioned unit? Then you’ll appreciate the combination options available. These include a sink unit with a stove and no fridge to a sink and fridge combination, to name only two options. Of course, for slightly larger spaces, we offer more complete units with finishing options ranging from PVC to melamine and steel to meet client needs.

Maxi units for mini kitchens

Our range of maxi units includes microwaves, hobs, and ovens, as well as single or double sink units, fridges, and larger drain boards, in addition to storage cupboards. An example is the GEZA stove, sink, fridge and microwave maxi unit. It has all the bells and whistles of the earlier mentioned unit but comes with a sizeable microwave oven underneath the built-in top two plate stove with extra storage space underneath the microwave and the fridge set between the single cupboard and stove area. View the unit here to see how it allows you to save space while providing you with even more functionality and workspace.

What’s next?

Also, be sure to view our range of modular storage cabinets to add to the picture if you have the available floor area. Whether you want a combination unit for a bachelor flat or one of the maxi units for mini kitchens, you can rely on GEZA to deliver quality products. View our price lists and reach out for expert assistance in choosing solutions for mini kitchens to meet your specific requirements.

Smart Designs for Kitchen Cupboards

 

Although the tiny house movement is fast gaining ground across the world, it’s not yet as well-established in South Africa. However, affordable housing often comes with limited space. If you’re a first-time homebuyer and have bought a prefabricated home or have just paid for the structure of the home-build while the home’s fitments are up to you, then you’ll want to look at smart designs for kitchen cupboards. Let’s get you started.

Modular design for more flexibility

Built-in cupboards limit the options when it comes to remodelling or changing the layout to meet your changing needs. At first, you might be a single person and the small cooking area might be fine with an all-in-one basin, stove, fridge and drain-board unit. But, your family may grow and then you will all occupy the same space. Suddenly, you need more storage space, and this is where the modular design comes in. You can add stylish cupboards as you need to accommodate your new storage needs. Bottom line – smart designs for kitchen cupboards allow for adding, changing the layout and taking away to give you optimal flexibility.

 

Adjustable shelving

Nothing can be more frustrating than having to store cereal boxes on the counter because their height exceeds the available vertical space in the cupboard. Height-adjustable shelving solves the problem and is a key feature of smart designs for cupboards. Look at units where the bottom shelving is fixed as this supports the sturdiness of the cupboard. If the second and subsequent shelves can be moved higher or lower to fit your storage needs, you won’t have to put cereal boxes and other tall items on the countertop.

 

All-in-one units for compact spaces

Not only do you save money with a unit that includes from the basin and its mixer to the drain-board, fridge, stove-top, and microwave oven, you’ll have everything you, as a single person or couple starting out, will need. It takes up less space and is perfect for a linear layout. Some units also feature a drawer for utensils, adjustable shelving, and hinged doors. Others don’t have adjustable shelving but come with the space-saving design of a sliding door. These are especially well-suited for rooms where there is hardly enough space for a second person in the kitchen when you are washing dishes or cooking.

 

Where to find these units

At GEZA, we offer smart design kitchen cupboards and all-in-one units to save space, give you maximum flexibility and minimise the impact on your wallet.

Hot Trends in Space Saving Kitchen Renovations for 2022

True, you cannot remodel a kitchen every year just to be fashionable, but if you want to perform a few renovations in 2022, you might as well be part of the trendy group. Let’s get you started with an introduction to some of the hottest trends, including a few space-saving ones expected to last for at least a few years.

 

The linear layout is still the winner when it comes to space-saving Kitchen Renovations

More and more homes feature a linear layout with an island separating the wash-up and cook area from the dining room or lounge. With this layout, you can have the sink, cupboard underneath, the drainboard, a fridge, microwave or two-plate stovetop and an oven or another combination of the kind in one line. Everything is together, enabling you to move from the cooking area to the rinsing spot by taking only two or three steps. It’s ideal for an apartment, granny flat and even the minimalistic townhouse or smaller estate home. It’s also the perfect layout if you want to make a few foodie videos to share on your favourite social media platform.

 

Move away from all-white by adding colour to the walls and backsplash 

White will never go out of fashion, especially for small kitchen renovations as you need a light colour to make the space look bigger. Nothing does it better than white. But this doesn’t mean you should go all-white, although it could look great if done right. For 2022, the colour selected to be sizzling hot is nothing other than “very peri”.

Pantone, as the world’s trusted authority on colour, selected it. But, before you think it is all red or orange, they describe it as a blue hue with a bit of violet-red as the subtle undertone, which combines the passion and excitement that red brings with the reliability, hope and stability associated with blue. Now the “peri” might refer to the red undertone, but it can also play on the periwinkle-type blue that the company has noted as part of the colour. And since it incorporates a light splash of purple, it is an exciting idea to have a wall painted in a colour you wouldn’t expect to see in a kitchen.

It doesn’t imply that you should go all out and paint everything in very peri, but a backsplash or accent wall in the colour can do wonders to break up the white of the cupboards and guarantee that your kitchen colour renovations will be in style for some time to come.

Apart from Pantone’s selection, interior designers also seem to lean towards orange, lime and other colours to liven up the cooking environment.

 

Tiles are no longer out of fashion

For a while there, people thought tiles would never make a comeback for usage on kitchen walls. But, as with every design trend, we tend to go back to old styles that used to work well. Tiles still have a place because of characteristics like being easy to clean, hygienic and embodying the low maintenance standard. So, you don’t have to paint everything. Add tiles on the lower to the upper-middle section of the wall and backsplash areas. Choose the tile colour wisely to ensure it will not detract from the aesthetic appeal of the white melamine cupboards.

 

Go all combination

Newly built homes often have smaller kitchens. Perhaps renovations are not yet on the horizon, but you can still make a few changes to ensure you save space, enlarge the available walking space and save money in doing so. This is possible because of the latest trend of modular kitchen cupboards and combination units. These units feature the fridge, stove, microwave and sink units in one for optimal space-saving.

 

Mirror, mirror on the wall – which kitchen renovations are the fairest of them all?

Mirrors help to create the illusion of more space. If you have a large mirror on one of the walls, it can add a feeling of openness. In addition, the mirror adds aesthetic flair. Although not essential for space-saving when it comes to renovations, it does give the impression of a kitchen expansion or another room.

 

Get the products you need

Now that you’re inspired by the hottest trends in space-saving renovations, make your way to our product section to choose the units that will help you save space and upgrade the functionality of your kitchen or contact us.

Clear Up Clutter with Smart Space Saving Kitchen Sinks and Storage Units

The kitchen is the heart of your home. It’s where you prepare food for your family, entertain guests, and share meals with loved ones. Since it is the place where we spend a lot of time cooking, cleaning and eating, it is also the area of the home that often has the most clutter. If you are looking for ways to make the cooking area more usable and reduce clutter, then this article shows you some great ideas for maximising the available room area and making it more functional with smart space-saving kitchen sinks and storage units, along with a few other useful ways to get the most value from one of the busiest rooms in your home.

Keep it neat with all-in-one modular kitchen sinks and storage units

The first thing to consider is the choice of storage units. You want to utilise every possible way for storing plates, cutlery, pots and pans, appliances, and groceries. If room area is limited, you need to create ways to store items that don’t need to be on display all the time. For this, we recommend one or more of the cabinets in our range. With these, you can store groceries in the upright cupboard, items such as spice bottles or glasses on the open shelving, and dinnerware in the cupboards beneath.

At the same time, you’ll have countertop areas for appliances, such as a kettle or toaster and to prepare food on. With the units being modular, you can mix, and match as needed.

3 Ways to maximise your kitchen space

For a small area, you may not have the luxury of adding extra drawers, an island and other means to get more work and storage facilities. As such, you need to be a bit more creative, by:

• Using a wall as a shelf for cooking tools
• Building a cabinet around the stove-top
• Installing shelves under the sink

However, for truly smart ways to save floor and wall space, opt for the combination space saving kitchen sinks and storage units. We offer sinks and storage unit combinations. Let’s introduce you to the concept below.

Related reading: Starting guide on compact modular kitchen units.

Kitchen Sink, microwave, fridge and cupboard maxi unit 

Combine the cooking, cooling, washing and storage functionalities with this smart concept. The compact design helps to minimise floor area usage. It comes with a 1500mm x 600mm stainless steel top, which also implies not having to deal with the risk of corrosion.

With the drop-in sink bowl on the end, featuring a swivel head goose-neck tap and the draining board to the side, you have ample workspace. It comes with an electric two-plate plug-in stove, 23L 800-Watt microwave and 120L Defy fridge. In addition, the unit features a cupboard underneath the sink with two sets of shelving, giving you ample storage area.

We also offer the particular unit with its white melamine finish as a stove with oven, sink, cupboards and microwave without the fridge. View the combination unit’s information here. With our maxi-units, you get everything needed for a complete kitchen with minimal floor area usage.

Combination storage units with space-saving kitchen sinks

Talk about smart space saving kitchen sinks and storage units, and our modular cabinet units come to mind. For instance, start with the drop-in sink with a swivel head tap that has a double door cabinet beneath and a stainless-steel drainboard.

Add a two-door, two-drawer unit next to it and you have more work area together with a cabinet for storing kitchenware. Make the most of the available area by adding the counter-top open shelving for items you want to showcase or don’t mind being on display. You still have the counter-top area for placement of an appliance and to work on, but you can also make maximum use of the vertical area above it. Store cutlery and the like in the drawers.

Complete the picture with the tall grocery cabinet and you have a stylish, yet affordable and space-saving kitchen.

Final thoughts on how to make the best use of a small cooking area

Use the vertical space wisely for shelving and hanging pots or pans. Also, utilise the wall as an added place for shelving or hooks. Minimise floor usage with a selection of modular storage units, along with one of our smart space saving kitchen sinks.

See how it all comes together with our selection of modular sinks and storage units.

If you still do not have enough space, think about hiring a self storage unit for extra items and seasonal clothes etc.  The price of a storage unit is reasonable on a monthly basis.

The Basic Components of Compact Modular Kitchen Units: Your Starting Guide 

Cooking has become a social event. And even with the smallest of spaces, you’ll want to create a cooking area that’s functional, compact, and inviting. Keep it in mind when you shop for modular kitchen units. To get you started, let’s look at the basic components required, whether you need solutions for a studio apartment, bachelor flat, or self-catering holiday accommodation.

Cooking appliances

Whether you opt for a microwave oven, one- or two-plate countertop stove, an oven with two plates or a complete stove and oven, you need something to warm, cook and prepare meals. With combination kitchen units, you can have the stove, microwave, and sink in one area to save space.

An example is the Maxi stove, sink, fridge, and microwave oven. It’s one of the all-in-one space-saving solutions for people on the go who have small cooking spaces. Of course, this option also works well in self-catering cottages or guest flats. With people not likely to bake and roast when on holiday or when they’re visiting, there’s less need for an oven. In this case, the microwave acts as an oven too. It’s neatly fitted into the space that would have been taken up by the conventional oven. On top is a two-plate stove, also built-in, giving you a full stove unit that takes up less space.

The unit also includes a stainless-steel top area that can be used as the dry board area of the sink or a workspace to prepare food. The single drop-in sink comes with a swivel goose-neck spout and on-deck design. The spout can be moved out of the way to fit large bowls.

Underneath is a hinged two-door cupboard with fixed bottom shelving and adjustable upper shelving. The fridge fits in between the sink cupboard and the microwave section. With the microwave not giving off the amount of heat that a built-in oven does, you don’t have to worry about heat surrounding the fridge.

It comes fitted with a 120L Defy fridge, giving you ample cold food storage space. The Samsung 23L, 800-watt microwave is also sizeable. Have a look at the maxi stove, sink, fridge and microwave oven.

Wash space

The area is rather useless if the dishes pile up with nowhere to get washed. As such, sinks are important components in modular kitchen units. If you have a separate fridge and stove, and only need a sink to complete the picture, consider the double bowl sink to allow for a wash and rinse space in one. With two bowls, you can use the one for vegetable rinsing and the other to rinse the detergent residue from dishes without having to wash, drain and then rinse in the same sink bowl.

These sink and cupboard units offer ample storage space with three cupboards underneath the stainless-steel sink and dry board area. In addition, it includes a drawer for utensils. Also fitted with a swivel goose-neck spout that serves both sink bowls, the unit type saves space while giving you a work area, dry space, and double sink in one.

Storage

Unless it’s a kitchenette that doesn’t allow room for adding more cupboards, you’ll want a grocery cupboard, shelving for the cups or spices, drawer for holding utensils and a cupboard in which to store appliances and dinnerware. Depending on the available space, you can add more modular kitchen units to meet your storage requirements.

Have a look at examples of kitchen storage units here.

Cooling

Keeping fresh produce cool is essential to preserving its freshness, saving money, ensuring food safety, and improving hygiene in the kitchen environment. If you don’t have enough space for a large fridge, consider purchasing a combination solution that includes a fridge. The stove, fridge and sink mini and maxi solutions work well for this purpose. These include the sink, dry board area, cupboard, fridge, and stovetop with two cooking plates. The maxi unit features two additional cupboards along with the single sink unit.

Armed with a knowledge of the basic components required, view our range of products, which include several modular kitchen units and order your desired kitchen unit today to be delivered to your home.

Space-saving Tips for Using Kitchen Cupboards in a Small Space

If you have a small kitchen, then you know how difficult it can be to fit many kitchen cupboards and devices into the space. We make it easier with compact cabinets and all-in-one units. Apart from these solutions, you can save more space and keep the area organised with the tips shared below.

The best layout for a small kitchen

The U-shaped layout for kitchen cupboards works best for small spaces, but if the room is too small and you only have space for a single line, rather opt for an all-in-one unit. This will make it possible to fit a drop-in sink, dry board, cupboards underneath it, stove or microwave, and fridge in the area.

If you have a slightly larger room, maximise the space with the single all-in-one maxi unit on the one side and one of the storage units, such as an option with double doors and a grocery storage unit. You can opt for a drop-in sink unit together with the grocery storage unit and open shelves.

How to maximise storage space in a small kitchen

Combination units that include a stove to a sink, a fridge, and a dry area, as well as cupboards, are the best solutions for maximising storage space. In addition, you can do the following:

• Fit hooks for hanging cloths, cups, utensils and pans on the walls.
• Invest in a space-saving spice rack.
• Don’t let the windowsill go to waste – add a rack for drying or your dishwashing equipment.
• Pegboards can be used for keys and other small items that can be hung up.
• Use the countertop space available on the cabinet storage units.
• Get a small fold-up table that you can store next to the sink unit to use when you need an extra workspace.
• Fit hooks and hang up small, folding chairs to use when needed.
• Use the space on the top of the shelves and storage units to store items you don’t often use.
• Make the most of under-sink storage space using stack bins to categorise and store sponges, scrubbers, bottles and cloths.
• Buy or make a drawer divider for the cupboard drawers and organise the utensil placement accordingly as this will help to reduce the risk of stuck drawers.
• Use the grocery cabinet door’s inside as an extra storage space – just add small shelves to them and place small items on the shelves.
• If you don’t have countertop space for spice bottles, add a drawer organiser and lay the bottles on their sides in the drawer.
• Hang a towel bar with hooks on the wall where you can place pots, pans and utensils.
• Fit open shelves or planks to any open wall areas for placement of pasta, biscuit or oil containers.
• Add spice bottle clips to the inside of cabinet doors to store bottles.
• Get a wire rack with shelves to store canned food in the cupboards.
• Reduce the size of light fixtures by adding small under-lights to cabinets and shelves.
• Utilise the backsplash of the cabinets and over the sink all-in-one unit to hang items or fit small shelves.
• Add risers to shelves to stack items in pavilion style, helping you to find what you need quicker.
• Purchase smaller appliances and avoid opting for the largest stove or microwave.

With the all-in-one units available from us, you can save space because the stove and fridge are smaller, and the overall design of the unit is compact. We offer modular kitchen cupboards enabling you to change the room layout according to the available space. Our storage units include:

Grocery unit to add to your kitchen cupboards

It boasts a stylish melamine finish with a width of 500mm x 555mm and a height of 2020mm.

Two door storage unit

It has the same features and dimensions as the mentioned grocery unit, but without drawers.

Two drawer and two door unit 

Maximise space-saving options with the two-drawer and two door grocery unit with melamine finish. It has a height of 930mm with a width of 1000mm x 600mm.

Get it all with the cabinet and sink unit in one

The unit includes a drop-in sink with its waste, trap and deck sink mixer. It has a sleek melamine finish and measures 930mm in height and 1000mm x 600mm in width.

Top unit

Finish your unit off with a top melamine unit with dimensions of 1000mm x 300mm and a height of 1085mm.

It is also more affordable than you might think to purchase these units and save space. View our range of kitchen cupboards and all-in-one products. Also, view our competitive prices and you’ll agree that we make it possible to outfit your entire kitchen, including cupboards, at an affordable price. Place your order for delivery anywhere in South Africa.