Cabinets and Cupboards

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Cabinets and Cupboards
Cabinet Measurements
Contemporary kitchens include three types of cabinet modules:
Upper or wall cabinets
Below-counter or floor cabinets
Large cabinets and pantry cabinets
Widths may vary, but other measurements must respect certain standards to ensure functionality and accessibility.
Upper or wall cabinets
Depth:
Standard is 12" to 18";
Microwave cabinets require 15" to 18";
Fridge cabinets, 24"
Height: standard heights are 12", 15", 18", 30", 36", 42"
Width: most common are 12", 15", 18", 30"
Hood cabinet height
Standard hood: 66"
Integrated microwave hood: 72"
Gas range: 72"
Floor cabinets and work surface
Depth: 24". Note that the height and depth of stoves and dishwashers is standardized.
Height: 34½" is standard, 36" including countertop (between 1¼" and 1½") and toekick.
Width: variable. Most common are 12", 15", 18", 30", 36", 42".
Toekicks are generally 3½" high and 3" deep.
Clearance of 18" to 24" is required between the floor cabinets and upper cabinets to accommodate small appliances on the counter.
Large cabinets and pantry cabinets
Depth: 12", 18", 24" and even 26" depending on where they are located.
Height: 84" to 90".

Island
Depth: 24" minimum
Width: 36" minimum
Height: 36" is standard. Note that a 30" work surface is preferred for some tasks, including pastry work.
Clearances
A corridor of 42" to 48" between the cabinets and island is comfortable and functional.
If a family member uses a wheelchair, allow for 60" of space to circulate freely.
Dining Area
There should be 12" between the seat of the chair and the eating surface.
Stools 24" high for a lunch counter and chairs.
18" for a standard table.
Lunch counter
Width: allow for 24" per person seated to eat
Depth: allow for 15" leg room under the counter
Bench and banquette seating
Width: between 65" and 80" for both bench and table
Table Depth: between 30" and 40"
Distance between the seat back and table: 15"
Clearance around the dining area
Wall: 32"
Passageway: 36"
Traffic space: 44"