Types and criteria for the selection of mounted dryers for dishes

When planning the interior of the kitchen, you should correctly place all the necessary accessories. This also applies to the dryer for dishes, because it is necessary not only for drying, but also for storing kitchen utensils. Considering all sorts of options, it is important not to lose sight of mounted models. They are not inferior to the traditional location in the kitchen cupboard and have a lot of advantages.

Under the hinged should be understood dryer, which can be mounted on the wall or any other suitable vertical surface. Moreover, such a kitchen accessory can be attached directly to the wall, the bottom of the upper cabinet or hung on special devices - rails. It all depends on the weight of the product, the location and the wall, which should not only be suitable for fastening, but also able to withstand a long load.

The mounted dryers have a lot of positive features that distinguish them from other types (embedded or desktop). Among the advantages are the following factors.

• Reasonable expenditure of time and effort. In the open drying dishes dry quickly without wiping. At the same time drying is suitable also for storage.
• Ease of use - no need to make a lot of manipulations.
• Saving space. The internal space and surface of the tabletop remain free for storage and cooking.
• The possibility of fixing in any convenient place (most often in the immediate vicinity of the sink). Mounts to the railing are also convenient because they can be easily moved, swapped.
• A wide range of products that allows you to choose the option that meets your requirements - strength, reliability, and affordability.
• Easy to install and subsequent maintenance.
• Use as a decoration of the kitchen interior.

Since the wall-mounted dryer is not limited to the interior of the furniture or the surface of the table top, its dimensions can be absolutely any. You can find very modest copies of a width of 25 cm, which can be placed almost anywhere. But there are wide shelves (80-90 cm), the placement of which should be coordinated with other items. In this case, sockets, pipes, gas stove and other objects should not interfere. Yes, and attachment to the wall should be sufficiently reliable for such a load.

The most popular sizes of mounted dryers are 50 and 60 cm. This size is enough for an average family. In addition, they look commensurate with the standard dimensions of other kitchen furniture and appliances - after all, symmetry and harmony in everything is important in the interior. For accessories that are mounted on rails, and not screwed directly to the wall, a slightly smaller shelf width is used - within 45 cm.

The dimensions of the dryer must correspond to its position among the furniture. As a rule, it is placed on the working wall - directly above the sink for washing dishes. A slight shift to the right is allowed, but in such a way that it is not necessary to take several steps with each washed object.Dishes should be easily placed on the upper level - for example, so that the top wall cabinets do not interfere with this. For plates, this distance should be at least 25 cm, 15-20 cm is enough for glasses.

The distance from the sink, if it is located directly under the dryer, should be sufficient so that the splashes do not reach and are not restricted by hand movements. The design should not interfere with the work, as cooking often requires quite a lot of activity.

Most often in the drying room there are compartments for plates (with a ribbed surface) and glasses (a flat trellised shelf). Some models have additional compartments for cutlery and other kitchen utensils. Among the accessories for railings you can find both combined options and those intended for only one type of cookware. - for example, with holders for glasses or a glass for knives and forks.

All mounted drying differ in the number of levels.

• The surface of models with one level usually combines different types of holders.
• Two-level more roomy. As a rule, the upper level is intended for cups and glasses, and the lower - for other items.

In addition to the device, the dryers are different and depending on the material of manufacture.

• Metallic. The most common option for drying, as it is considered more reliable and durable. It is preferable to purchase a product made of stainless steel - it is quite durable and not subject to corrosion. There are many metal dryers with different coatings, but they are mostly inferior to stainless steel - they can rust and bend. To maintain the style of the interior, you can find products made of brushed metal, enameled, in bronze.
• Wood. Such a material is easily processed, it is distinguished by external beauty, and can be decorated with carvings and patterns. Over time, excess moisture can deform. Therefore, it is better to keep dry dishes here or replace the lattice part with a metal one, leaving only the wooden case. Most often, these items are used more to decorate the interior, especially if it requires a style in which it is sustained.

Plastic is used only for the manufacture of individual parts (for example - the outer casing, pallet). Plastic parts can be transparent or colored, which makes them attractive. But the strength of the plastic will always be inferior to the metal, especially when it comes to connections and fasteners.

At the choice of hinged drying must take into account several factors.

• The size. Drying should contain as many dishes as necessary, and at the same time fit in the designated place. Small drying is suitable only as a temporary container, from which the dishes will have to shift all the time in the cupboard. Most, and even two-tier, not everywhere you can mark. Therefore, it is necessary to estimate in advance the amount of dishes and measure the appropriate segments on the wall.
• The material of manufacture. First of all, you need to evaluate its practicality, and only then the appearance. Since the drying will be in a prominent place, the material must be able to maintain its appearance in a presentable state. Any frame, especially shiny, will often have to polish, wash off traces of water and dust.
• Mounting option. If, in addition to the dryer, you need various holders and shelves, you can install a railing system that will look complete. The drying screwed to the wall will be more difficult to remove and even more so to move to another place. However, in the case of the railing you need to calculate the load correctly.
• Filling. Not every dryer can put all the available dishes. Here the main thing is to calculate not only the number of kitchen utensils, but also their size. Even for large-sized dishes, lids, wine glasses and other items that usually do not fit in a regular dryer, there are options.

Different models of dryers will differ from each other in their content and convenience. Of course, small nuances will be revealed only in practice, so it is worthwhile to get acquainted in advance with the reviews and evaluate the experience of other people.

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