Every housewife wants her kitchen to be functional and equipped with the latest technology. Modern manufacturers of kitchen furniture annually offer a wide variety of fittings that allow you to optimize the free space in tables and wall cabinets. This article provides an overview of a useful and convenient device like a bottle holder for the kitchen.
Bottle holder - ease of use and optimal use of free space
What is a bottle holder and is it needed in the kitchen?
The bottle holder, or cargo, is a functional element of the kitchen set. This is a metal basket made of thick steel wire, mounted on telescopic guides and equipped with a furniture front. The storage system built into the set allows for more efficient use of free space for placing various bottles, jars, containers for spices and much more. Bottle holders come in several levels and are narrow structures, usually installed near the stove.
The kitchen bottle holder can store almost everything from spices to pots and baking trays
Advantages and disadvantages of cargo bottles
Compact bottle storage systems installed in the kitchen have their advantages and disadvantages. The first include:
- space optimization;
- the most necessary items are always at hand;
- ease of use;
- compactness;
- simplicity and durability of the design;
- the ability to fill voids that may form when installing a standard kitchen unit;
- installation of the façade ensures that the structure blends in with the rest of the furniture and provides an excellent appearance.
With a bottle holder in the kitchen, everything you need will always be at hand
Most consumers consider the high price of a bottle holder for the kitchen to be a small drawback, which largely depends on the material, the complexity of the design and the retractable mechanism.
Many people recognize the high cost of construction as the main disadvantage.
Selection of accessories
For self-assembly you will need guides. If you need to save money, take regular ones with ball bearings. If comfort is a priority, you need to choose one with a built-in system for finishing and automatic opening (by pressing) - a more expensive, but convenient option. You may also need handles for the façade.
Dear manufacturers whose products are available on the domestic furniture accessories market:
- Bloom. The country of registration of the brand is Austria. The company produces retractable mechanisms and assembled cargo modules. The range includes both inexpensive models and systems with closers.
- Vibo. Italian company, manufacturer of luxury fittings. Compact guides occupy a minimum of usable space in the base frame. There are different versions of mechanisms available for sale, suitable for the implementation of complex projects.
- Hettich. One of the leading German manufacturers of furniture fittings. Most factories are located in Germany. The products are famous for their reliability and durability.
You can also consider buying budget fittings from Boyard.
Types of kitchen bottle storage systems
Such a convenient and useful accessory as a bottle holder for the kitchen differs according to several criteria: design, methods and location of installation, number of levels, as well as material of manufacture.
The bottle maker, or cargo, is a very complex item
Built-in bottle storage modules
Built-in bottle holders are designed for installation in the lower and upper modules of kitchen units, as well as in cabinets. When choosing such a design, you should take into account the depth and height of the furniture. You don’t even have to make a separate wardrobe for cargo, but integrate it into an existing one.
Autonomous structures
Freestanding bottle holders are rather traditional designs that can be installed almost anywhere in the kitchen. As a rule, they act as a separate element of furniture and can be placed on the wall or in the dining area.
Useful additions
Some additional accessories can make using pull-out baskets even more convenient, enjoyable and safe.
One of these important additions is door closers. A bottle holder for the kitchen 150 with a closer will cost slightly more than budget models, but will allow you to store glass objects with maximum reliability.
If you push the box even with a little force, you can be sure that it will still slam shut. Thanks to the closers, closing occurs quietly and smoothly, without the sound of a slamming door. The device moves at a moderate speed, which slows down as it approaches the body and becomes minimal at the end of the movement.
Bottle separators , which can be included in the kit or sold separately, will also be a useful addition These are metal half-rings that are installed between the side walls of the bottle holder. Thanks to them, glass containers will be securely separated from each other, and the likelihood of them accidentally falling, even with a sharp push, will be reduced to zero.
Necessary accessories may also include a section for storing baking sheets and towel holders.
Where to place kitchen models: photos of models and options
The placement of kitchen cargo depends largely on what will be stored in them. If the bottle holder is intended for detergents, powders and towels, then it is wiser to install it near the sink cabinet. Installing cargo near a stove or hob is justified if you plan to store bottles of vegetable oil, jars of spices and tins of tea.
Cargo at the kitchen stove
Lower and upper bottle cabinets for the kitchen
Placing cargo in the lower tier is the most popular option used in the manufacture and installation of kitchen units. Bottom bottle holders are considered convenient because they allow easier access to all the necessary items, since they are literally “at hand”.
Cargo bottles mounted in the upper sections of the headset are usually intended for things that are used infrequently. Such items include foil or baking sleeves, alcohol, various containers, napkins, etc.
Pencil case for tall bottle holders
Cargo for bottles, installed in pencil cases, have from three to five tiers with openings of different heights. In addition to standard shelves with sides inside the bottle holder, there are many additional options: hooks, trays, etc. Connoisseurs of free space prefer to choose such models, since high cargo is a spacious structure for storing necessary items.
Prices
The cost of cargo varies depending on the manufacturer of the fittings, internal design, and the availability of additional accessories. The better the materials and the wider the functionality, the higher the price. For example, models with door closers will be rated an order of magnitude higher than those without them. However, it is recommended not to skimp on quality. Closers will ensure smooth opening and closing of the kitchen unit door, helping to maintain the integrity of items. The most budget options are from Chinese manufacturers. But it’s better not to neglect quality and buy cargo from European companies - they will last much longer.
Standard sizes of bottle holders for the kitchen
The choice of bottle size depends largely on its placement and purpose. By size, cargo is divided into large, medium and standard designs. The width of the bottle holder in a kitchen set is usually 100-200 mm in increments of 50 mm. The depth and height are selected in accordance with the dimensions of the box in which the cargo is mounted. However, there are kitchen baskets with a width of 300-600 mm, but they are intended for larger items than a bottle.
Bottle holder for the kitchen
Bottle holder from 200 mm with closer for the kitchen
Large bottle holders have a width of 200 mm. These sizes allow you to store more different items: lids, trays, trays, etc. Even pots and pans can be placed in cargo with this width.
Medium bottle holders for the kitchen with a 150 mm closer
The 150mm wide kitchen pull-out bottle holder with closer is mainly used for storing cereal and breakfast cereal boxes, food containers, coffee and tea containers, etc. You can also place cups and utensils in quite compact sizes.
Standard bottle holder 100 mm with closer for the kitchen
The most popular cargo width for bottles is 100 mm. These dimensions allow you to rationally use free space and fill voids that may arise when installing a standard kitchen unit. Cargo with this width is mainly used for storing bottles of vegetable oil, alcoholic beverages and jars of spices and seasonings. You can also place containers with cleaning products, washing powders and other household chemicals in the basket.
The simplest option of all is a wine rack made of plastic pipes.
For this you will need:
- PVC pipes (with a diameter slightly larger than the diameter of the bottle);
- old bedside table.
Process:
We start by upgrading the old cabinet. In order for it to look attractive, you need to sand the edges of the bedside table and cover them with the color you like or just varnish.
Then we cut the pipes to the appropriate size. We treat the resulting “nests” for wine with acetone and also paint them in the color we like, but using paint sprayed from an aerosol can.
You can fasten the pipes using any available means: rope, tape, chain, glue and much more.
How to choose a bottle holder for the kitchen
The best option is when the presence of a bottle holder is provided for at the design stage of the kitchen set. However, if the furniture is already ready and you decide to buy and install cargo, then when choosing a design you need to take into account several basic criteria, which we describe below.
Bottle holder in island cabinet
Choosing a bottle holder in a kitchen set by size and number of shelves
When choosing cargo, you should take into account the dimensions of the structure and the box in which it will be mounted. The basket should be smaller than the internal width of the front, work cabinet or top cabinet. If this is a freestanding wine bottle holder, then you should take into account the dimensions of the room. The most popular baskets are with a width of 100 to 300 mm.
The choice of basket largely depends on the dimensions of the cabinet
It would be a good idea to decide on the required number of shelves for the bottle holder, which largely depends on the height of the structure. The most common options are retractable two or three-tier cargo. Baskets with two shelves are generally placed at the bottom. Tall bottles and containers are placed on the lower tiers, while the upper tiers are most often used to store small jars of spices and low containers.
A three-tier bottle holder is less practical, but it can store more different items. Some manufacturers offer designs with adjustable shelf heights.
There are also cargo with the number of shelves from 3 to 5 pieces. Similar designs are intended for cabinets.
Two-tier design
Cargo installation method
Kitchen bottle holders, in addition to the number of shelves, sizes and placement, also differ in the method of fastening. There are 3 installation options:
- Side. The most popular method of fastening cargo, which allows you to securely fasten the structure and adjust the facade. It is used at the stage of assembling a kitchen set and is more suitable for installing narrow baskets with a width of up to 250 mm. The side retractable mechanism is the most affordable option. Side cargo mount
- Lower. This mounting option is suitable for heavy baskets with a width of up to 600 mm. A bottle holder with a bottom mounting method is a roller platform on which cargo is installed. The option is, of course, expensive, but such a storage system can be installed in any suitable kitchen cabinet. Attaching the base of the bottle holder to the bottom of the cabinet
- Rotary . It is used when it is necessary to install the structure in a corner trapezoidal cabinet or cabinet. The disadvantage of this option is the high price, which is 2-3 times more than traditional mechanisms.
Cargo with swivel mechanism
Load capacity
When choosing cargo, you should consider what load it can withstand. For example, narrow bottle holders are designed to weigh up to 12 kg, and baskets with a width of 300 mm - up to 40 kg. Therefore, it is very important to take this criterion into account when purchasing a structure.
Pay attention to the load capacity
Construction quality and façade type
When purchasing a bottle holder, you should pay attention to the joints of the structure and the chrome plating of the basket. There should be no cracks or chips.
The welded joint must be free of cracks and the coating must be free of chips
It is also necessary to take into account the type of facade: framed from a profile or solid. The second option is preferable because it is more reliable and easier to install.
A solid facade is much easier to install than a frame one
Additional options
Of course, additional options increase the cost of the design, but also increase the comfort of use. These could be hooks, towel holders, borders, clips, dividers, etc. It is best if the basket is equipped with closers. These mechanisms allow the basket to move smoothly and silently.
Additional option in the form of separators
The manufacturer is also important, but it doesn’t always make sense to overpay for a brand. Now you can purchase designs from little-known companies that are just entering the market. In an effort to win the trust of consumers, they pay great attention to the quality of their products.
You can save money if, when ordering a set, you ask the manufacturer to make a block for the bottle holder, but do not fill it with the appropriate fittings. Subsequently, you can purchase and install the cargo yourself.
Design features
Bottle holder - a basket for storing containers. Most suitable for plastic and glass bottles. Made from metal rods with anti-corrosion and decorative coating. With high sides and dividers. The bottom is made of metal rods, but cargo is also available with chipboard. With anti-slip coating.
Another key detail is the façade with handles (for retractable models). Handles are made in the form of staples, semicircular, round, inconspicuous mortise.
Simple baskets are single-level. More spacious - include several sections. In specialized stores there are also multi-section kitchen bottle holders for tall but narrow cabinets.
Built-in
Popular models are with guides, that is, retractable. They are built into standard kitchen cabinets, columns, cabinets, sideboards, and wall furniture. Essentially universal. You can make your own cargo base from chipboard or other material.
Roller or ball guide systems are responsible for extension and return. The former are cheaper than the latter, but lose in load-bearing capacity and reliability.
If you buy a kitchen basket to be built into furniture, be sure to make sure that the kit includes a retractable system and fastenings to it.
The mechanism is complemented by a damper that smoothly retracts the cargo.
There are also bottle holders for criminal sets, rotating and retractable.
Autonomous
Free-standing multi-section modules. From several baskets and shelves. Less in demand than retractable ones. Because they require a separate space, not the best solution for small kitchens. However, they are mobile. The structures can be moved around the room, for example, during wet cleaning.
Making your own bottle holders for the kitchen
If you decide to take the advice and make a bottle holder with your own hands, then we suggest using step-by-step instructions. From it you will learn how to make a box and install the cargo itself. Laminated chipboard will be used as the material for the bottle holder cabinet.
Wooden tabletop bottle holder
