3 types of coatings that should not be in the kitchen

Hygienic requirements for the site and territory of residential buildings during their placement

2.1. Residential buildings should be located in a residential area in accordance with the general plan of the territory, the functional zoning of the territory of the city, village and other settlements. 2.2.The site allocated for the placement of residential buildings must: - be located outside the territory of industrial and communal, sanitary protection zones of enterprises, structures and other objects, the first zone of the zone of sanitary protection of water supply sources and drinking water pipelines; - meet the requirements for the maintenance of potentially chemical and biological substances hazardous to humans, biological and microbiological organisms in the soil, atmospheric air quality, level of ionizing radiation, physical factors (noise, infrasound, vibration, electromagnetic fields) in accordance with the sanitary legislation of the Russian Federation.2.3. The land plot allocated for the construction of a residential building should provide for the possibility of organizing a house adjoining territory with a clear functional zoning and placement of recreation areas, playgrounds, sports, utility sites, guest parking lots, green spaces. walls of residential buildings to the axis of tree trunks with a crown diameter of up to 5 m should be at least 5 m. For larger trees, the distance should be more than 5 m, for shrubs - 1.5 m. The height of shrubs should not exceed the lower edge of the window opening of the premises of the first floors. It is necessary to provide an entrance for special transport to the sites of waste collectors. 2.6.The distances between residential, residential and public, as well as industrial buildings should be taken in accordance with the hygienic requirements for insolation and sun protection of the premises of residential and public buildings and territories. 2.7. When placing residential buildings, it is planned to provide them with engineering networks (electric lighting, domestic and drinking and hot water supply, heating and ventilation, and in gasified areas - gas supply). 2.8. On the land plots, entrances and passages to each building should be provided. Places for placing parking lots or garages for cars must comply with hygienic requirements for sanitary protection zones and sanitary classification of enterprises, structures and other objects.

It is forbidden to wash cars, drain fuel and oils, adjust sound signals, brakes and engines in the adjacent territories. 2.9. Areas in front of the entrances of houses, driveways and footpaths must have hard surfaces. When installing hard coatings, the possibility of free flow of melt and storm water should be provided. 2.10. It is prohibited to place any trade and public catering enterprises on the territory of the courtyards of residential buildings, including tents, kiosks, stalls, mini-markets, pavilions, summer cafes, production facilities, enterprises for minor repairs of cars, household appliances, shoes, as well as parking lots of public organizations. 2.11. Cleaning of the territory should be carried out daily, including in the warm season - watering the territory, in winter - anti-icing measures (removal, sprinkling with sand, anti-icing reagents, etc.). 2.12. The territory of the courtyards of residential buildings should be illuminated in the evening.Illumination standards are given in Appendix 1 to these sanitary rules.

PVC tiles

PVC tile (or vinyl tile) is a coating that resembles linoleum, only it is laid like a laminate or tile, that is, in small pieces. It can imitate a wood-like floor, and parquet, and ceramics, have patterns or drawings - the choice of design is huge.

The seams themselves can be viewed from two sides:

• on the one hand, it is very convenient if a separate section is damaged - a piece is cut out and a new one is glued, so it makes sense to buy several spare “parts”;
• on the other hand, moisture can get into the seams, which will lead to peeling of the plates at the edges.

But PVC floor tiles have a drawback: they require a perfectly even base, otherwise the tile seams may simply not come together. In general, the requirement for even floors is found in almost all coatings. The kitchen set is best placed on a flat surface.

Cork

This is one of the floor coverings, which, in terms of environmental friendliness and properties, approaches natural wood. In addition, the cork is quite soft and pleasant material that brings comfort to the apartment and brings joy to the people living there. The only drawback of cork is its ability to absorb moisture. However, modern technologies for laying such a floor make it possible to successfully deal with this drawback. Properly laid cork flooring is not only resistant to moisture, it does not leave stains from dirt and grease. Thus, this material may well be used in the kitchen. The coating has a beautiful natural color in yellow-brown tones and is warm to the touch, it will perfectly fit into a calm interior without a lot of decorations and bright colors.

Ceiling finish

In modern conditions, you can decorate the ceiling surface in the kitchen using a much larger number of materials than was available a couple of years ago. But at the same time, the requirements that they must satisfy have not changed - to be easy to care for, resistant to high humidity.

• Paint has the necessary characteristics. It can decorate surfaces of various types - brick, concrete and plaster. It dries very quickly and is inexpensive. But such a coating remains attractive for a very short time, so it has to be regularly updated and cared for.
• Styrofoam tiles. This material is also usually classified as a budget solution for finishing the kitchen ceiling. It is popular among consumers because of the simple installation technology and at the same time does not change the height of the room in any way. This material is very resistant to moisture and does not require renewal for many years. Among its shortcomings, a not very aesthetic appearance should be noted, moreover, it cannot be called an environmentally friendly material.
• Drywall. This material for finishing the kitchen could become popular due to many advantages, among which the most relevant are fire resistance, ease of processing and installation, excellent sound insulation, the ability to eliminate ceiling irregularities and hide lighting wiring. The list of disadvantages of the coating is only that it can reduce the height of the ceiling of the room.
• Rack suspended ceiling. This material is also suitable for finishing the kitchen due to the fact that various communications and defects in the ceiling surface can be hidden under this design.It well withstands temperature changes and moisture, has hygiene and fire resistance, as well as excellent soundproofing characteristics. Of the minuses of this ceiling covering, it is worth noting the same drawback - as a result of its use, the height of the ceiling in the room decreases, moreover, certain difficulties may arise in the process of its dismantling.
• Stretch ceiling. This finishing material for the kitchen has a lot of advantages, thanks to which the demand for it has not fallen for several years. It does not create difficulties in care, perfectly tolerates moisture, has a long service life and is able to mask any communications and surface irregularities. This material is very practical, as it can withstand the flooding of neighbors from above. But it also has disadvantages - high cost, low resistance to mechanical damage, special skills and equipment are required for installation. If necessary, in the kitchen, you can install various variations of multi-level ceiling structures.

No. 4. Glass: unusual and spectacular

Glass has been used to finish kitchen aprons not so long ago, but in vain. This is an excellent material that meets all the requirements put forward for this area. Glass panels with a pattern printed on them are also called skinali. They are made of thick tempered glass and decorated in various ways: sandblasted, placed inside a 3D polycarbonate material or using UV printing.Sandblasting involves the impact on the glass surface of small abrasive particles under high pressure, as a result of which a three-dimensional relief pattern can be obtained, and for an even more effective result, some areas can be painted with colored enamels. With the help of UV printing, you can also get realistic beautiful images, and apply any ornaments and colors to glass.

The main advantages of this finishing method:

• high strength, because tempered glass is used, which is difficult to break, and even with a strong blow it cannot hurt anyone, because it shatters into fragments with blunt edges;
• practicality and ease of maintenance, resistance to aggressive detergents, while the appearance of the surface remains unchanged for many years;
• absolute seamlessness of the coating, which ensures excellent hygiene, because dirt will not accumulate in the seams and microorganisms will not develop;
• a unique appearance, because you can apply absolutely any image: even fruits, even a picture, even your own photo.

As you can see, glass panels, or skinals, are distinguished by high performance and external characteristics, but not used yet so often due to the high cost of the material and the work of organizing the apron in this way. Although the glass apron is easy to wash, it will have to be done regularly, because all splashes and stains are clearly visible on its surface. It will be very difficult to change the image if desired, and you will have to completely think over the interior in advance, because if it later turns out that you need to organize the railing in the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe working area, then this will not work. But the glass apron can be very effectively illuminated, and it will acquire a 3D effect.

Glossy kitchen - disadvantages:

finger visibility, furniture easily dirty

The biggest disadvantage of a glossy kitchen is the visibility of fingerprints on the furniture and the ease of surface contamination. Unfortunately, almost every trace, dirt or grease is visible on them. Therefore, this is not a good solution, especially in homes with small children. It is worth noting that the marks are most noticeable even on smooth surfaces. Wooden and lacquered fronts are easier to clean.

susceptibility to sunlight and moisture

Glossy kitchens are also more susceptible to sunlight and moisture. As a result, this can lead to discoloration and bulges, and in some cases even peeling of the film.

possibility of scratches

Unfortunately, glossy kitchens are also very susceptible to scratches, which are very visible. Therefore, be careful not to accidentally damage the furniture with the sharp edges of a knife or other kitchen items.

Opponents of glossy furniture - especially in light colors - say that they look too cold and lack coziness (not that the furniture is wooden or matte). However, this disadvantage can be quickly eliminated by choosing comfortable and bright accessories or by combining lacquered fronts with wooden elements (for example, with a floor).

glitter is not suitable for all styles

They say that a glossy kitchen doesn't suit all interior design styles. While it looks good in a modern or minimalist interior, matte finishes will work best in a classic or rustic kitchen.

matte kitchen

You have a choice of furniture covered with various types of laminate and solid wood furniture - the latter guarantee you long-term use due to their high resistance to mechanical damage.Wooden furniture should not be associated with heavy, classic modules - manufacturers offer a huge range of massive furniture in a modern form and with an original line.

What should you know about this type of furniture before you decide to buy it? Firstly, the raw materials from which they were made are natural and environmentally friendly. Their care does not require much effort - it is important to use the right care products for wooden furniture.

The great advantage of wooden furniture is the visible structure, thanks to which dust and dirt will not be visible, as in the case of glossy surfaces.

Matte furniture covered with laminate has its supporters and opponents. As in the case of glossy furniture, it is characterized by low resistance to mechanical and chemical damage. If improperly maintained, the surface of the facades can be damaged and its resistance to scratches reduced. Dust and dirt that settle on matte furniture are not as noticeable as on glossy furniture, unfortunately, when it comes to greasy stains, they are very clearly visible on matte surfaces.

Matte or semi-matte kitchen fronts are a solution that seems more friendly and practical. This finish on furniture fronts will work where the emphasis is not on spectacular brilliance. Interestingly selected compositions of furniture facades will be beautiful and useful. Those in light colors with a small amount of dark colors especially find their supporters. The lack of gloss on the fronts of the kitchen cabinet "soothes" the kitchen decor.Both matt and wooden fronts with a wood texture look great on matt and semi-gloss surfaces.

If it happens that you are not satisfied with the selected kitchen facades, that's okay. Painting the wood fronts of kitchen cabinets with chalk paint will allow you to change the color and even get the effect of aging furniture by changing the style. Kitchen cabinet fronts painted with paint will be matte unless you additionally protect them with wax - then we get the effect of a semi-matt finish.

No. 7. Plastic panels

Plastic panels are an excellent material for kitchen wall decoration. Under this prefabricated name, they usually mean PVC lining with a width of up to 12.5 cm and a length of up to 3 m, wall panels with a width of up to 50 cm and PVC sheets with a width of 80 cm up to 2 m and long up to 4 m. Each of these types of materials has its own advantages in terms of ease of installation and appearance of the finished finish. In terms of performance, they all boast the same advantages:

• ease of installation and ease of construction;
• ease of care, because plastic can be washed using even detergents, except for abrasive ones;
• moisture resistance, so the panels are not afraid of contact with water, and fungus or mold will never start on them;
• panels perfectly tolerate temperature changes, can withstand temperatures up to 120C, but still it is better not to use them right next to an open fire;
• profitability;
• a huge range of possible colors, so you can create almost any kitchen interior.

At the same time, plastic panels also have some disadvantages, including low strength and not very good wear resistance.In addition, with prolonged contact with direct sunlight, the previous color of the finish may be damaged.

When buying such material, it is important to make sure that there are certificates confirming the safety of products.

Self-leveling floors

Self-leveling floor is a good choice. No screed is needed here, since it has the property of self-leveling on the surface (find out more in the article “Is it worth making self-leveling floors in the kitchen?”)

Care for him is absolutely minimal, such a floor is washed well. Also, it is not afraid of moisture, is not afraid of bumps and scratches, but at the same time it cannot be called very hard to the touch.

The self-leveling floor is not cold, therefore, it is much more pleasant to walk on it than on tiles.

Another big plus of such floors is the ability to choose very non-standard colors. Here you can think of anything. Although the image of a volumetric aquarium with fish, with a full 3D effect.

But self-leveling floors are still a novelty, and therefore the price for them is not the most loyal.

Also of great importance here is the skill of the stacker. Some may do this very sloppily and the floor will look uneven. And considering that it is mostly glossy, then every dot and bubble will be visible in the sun.

Therefore, before deciding on a self-leveling floor, look for the masters and see photos of their work, and also read reviews about this company.

And so, the self-leveling floor is very durable, they say that it has been serving for more than fifty years, while maintaining its original appearance. To be honest, we have doubts about this, since no one has canceled abrasion and micro-scratches. And, if even ceramic tiles wear out after 50 years, then how can a self-leveling floor be preserved if it is softer by definition?

Our article has come to an end and we hope you have decided a bit on which floor is better to make in the kitchen. We wish you all the best!

Choice

When choosing a kitchen table top, not only personal preferences play an important role, but also the countertop itself, as well as the design of the kitchen. No one will cover an expensive stone base with self-adhesive.

When working with wood yourself, creating a new countertop or reconstructing an old one, you can choose oil-wax compositions to protect it. They will protect the wood from moisture, high temperatures and scratches. To date, paint coatings are inferior in popularity to oil formulations.

Those who want to create a masterpiece in the kitchen with their own hands can fill the countertop with liquid glass. Such a choice is capable of realizing any flight of fancy. Everything is poured - wood, shells, sea pebbles, herbarium, branches. Glass can be tinted and made multi-structured.

Wall decoration in the kitchen: options for finishing material

1. Paint

The most versatile and unpretentious type of wall decoration. Today, manufacturers offer special paints for the kitchen.

Advantages:

• ease of application: you can hire workers, or you can paint the walls yourself;
• easy care: kitchen paint can be washed with a sponge and delicate detergents;
• durability: the coating will serve you for decades;
• wide range of shades: here you are only limited by your imagination. Our advice: if you want the kitchen facade and walls to be the same color, first choose the facades of the headset, and to them - a shade of paint. But not vice versa.
• different price range: the cost of finishing can be selected depending on your budget.Paint for the entire kitchen can cost from a few thousand for Russian material to tens of thousands for English or American brands.

Flaws:

the need to prepare the walls: the surface for the paint must be perfectly aligned. Exception: if walls with defects are part of the design.

Project author: Irina Trubina

Project author: Irina Trubina

2. Decorative plaster

Decorating the walls in the kitchen with decorative plaster is an option that designers choose quite often. It creates a uniform coating that can withstand not the most comfortable temperature conditions and looks stylish.
Advantages:

• versatility of application: you can use plaster on almost any walls - wooden, concrete, brick, plasterboard;
• ease of care: the walls can be vacuumed and washed with a sponge;
• protection against fungus and mold: mineral impurities are responsible for this;
• wear resistance: the coating will serve for decades;
• no need for perfect alignment of the walls;
• ease of repair: if part of the coating becomes unusable, it is not necessary to completely redo the repair, it is enough to replace the deformed part.

Flaws:

high material cost.

Design: Cartelle Design

Design: Cartelle Design

Design: Studio Sven

Design: Studio Sven

Project authors: Victoria Vitkovskaya, Anna Gnatenko

Project authors: Victoria Vitkovskaya, Anna Gnatenko

3. Wallpaper

Not every type of wallpaper is suitable for use in the kitchen: paper ones can be deleted immediately - too delicate material that will quickly become unusable. Non-woven and vinyl wallpapers are more suitable for the kitchen.This is a popular kitchen wall decoration: on the one hand, modern print ideas, on the other, a relatively budget option.
Advantages:

• moisture resistance: both types of wallpaper can be washed;
• resistance to direct sunlight: wallpaper does not fade in the sun;
• a large selection of designs;
• the possibility of repeated staining: it will be easy to update the interior.

Flaws:

• cladding with a textured surface collects dust and grease;
• non-woven wallpaper scratches easily;
• vinyl wallpaper is difficult to glue: the glue must be applied to both the canvas and the wall, and after gluing the canvas can “sit down”.

Project author: Irina Shevchenko

Project author: Irina Shevchenko

Design: Virginia Cheek Design

Design: Virginia Cheek Design

MDF panels

Another easy and quick way to make repairs is to decorate the walls in the kitchen with MDF panels. They are also mounted on the crate, but they are much more expensive than plastic ones. One way to trim an apron without tiles is to use MDF boards. In addition, the rest of the walls can be decorated with this material. It is made from waste wood crushed into flour, which is splashed at high pressure. The resulting boards are then laminated with foil. MDF can have a lot of colors, but the most popular ones are imitation of wood of different breeds and shades.

There are different color schemes for decorating walls in the kitchen with MDF panels:

• Choose the same color as on the countertop.
• Make an apron that matches the facade, and make the walls a different color.
• All walls and an apron in the kitchen are made in the same color, but it does not match the color of the furniture (contrasting or in the same range).

The disadvantage of this method of finishing kitchen walls is that MDF reacts to high humidity (a little, but expands). To reduce the effect, during installation, open sections are treated with a sealant.

Matte or glossy kitchen?

Young people who have equipped their first apartment are most often supporters of modern style. When they start living on their own, they often make decisions related to the choice of kitchen furniture, taking into account only visual and financial aspects. However, it is worth analyzing all the pros and cons of glossy and matte kitchens.

glossy kitchen

Before you decide to buy it, you should know that this product is characterized by low resistance to mechanical and chemical damage. Due to the coating (e.g. acrylic, polyester film, laminate), they are exposed to sunlight and moisture, which can lead to bulges, discoloration and increased susceptibility to scratches.

When it comes to keeping facades clean, unfortunately they require much more attention than matt facades. It is true that manufacturers of furniture care detergents have special products in their range designed exclusively for this type of coating, but the fact remains. In addition to these negative aspects associated with the use of glossy furniture, it is worth paying attention to their location features.

Manufacturers use materials that will adapt such a kitchen to any already partially furnished interior. What's more, by using custom fronts, you can achieve additional decorative elements, such as a shimmering rainbow effect (glass fronts), create individual and unique fronts with special laminates, etc.

decorative brick

Decorative brick is used to decorate the walls and backsplash of loft-style kitchens.It goes well with furniture. Advantages:

• unaffected by high temperatures
• easy to take care of
• does not change its original appearance under the influence of cleaning agents, temperatures and moisture.

Clapboard made of wood

Lining is a traditional finishing material with high aesthetic data. Has several advantages:

1. Possibility of installation to any surface.
2. Hides wall imperfections.
3. The fixation of the lock of the lamella is dense, which prevents the penetration of moisture.
4. Environmental friendliness.

For repairs, you need to use well-dried wood treated with antiseptic and water-repellent agents.

General provisions and scope

1.1. Sanitary rules and regulations (hereinafter - sanitary rules) are developed in accordance with the legislation of the Russian Federation. 1.2. These sanitary rules establish mandatory sanitary and epidemiological requirements for living conditions in residential buildings and premises, which must be observed when placing, designing, reconstructing, constructing and operating residential buildings and premises intended for permanent residence. 1.3. The requirements of these sanitary rules do not apply to living conditions in buildings and premises of hotels, hostels, specialized homes for the disabled, orphanages, shift camps. 1.4 Sanitary rules are intended for citizens, individual entrepreneurs and legal entities, whose activities are related to the design, construction, reconstruction and operation of residential buildings and premises, as well as for bodies authorized to exercise state sanitary and epidemiological supervision.1.5. Control over compliance with the requirements of these sanitary rules is carried out by bodies authorized to exercise state sanitary and epidemiological supervision in accordance with the legislation of the Russian Federation.