Overview of key categories of embedded technology

Actual varieties of built-in appliances are characterized by common advantages - high functionality, increased operational resource, impressive reliability, versatility and compactness. Refrigerators, ovens, dishwashers and washing machines, hoods, coffee machines, microwave ovens and much more are “hidden” in furniture.

Ways to introduce household appliances into the interior

Key types of technology:

fully integrated;
semi-recessed.

The second ones are universal, they are often supplemented with decorative panels, they are also more economical and convenient. Home appliances mount:

in the upper or lower module of the cabinet;
into the column (in this case, the equipment is located one above the other);
under the countertop;
in a box (in particular, small equipment).

Below will be a brief overview of the most popular options - stoves and ovens, refrigerators and freezers, range hoods, dishwashers and washing machines, small appliances.

Cooktops and Ovens

Varieties of equipment location:

independent (disconnected) - such a design is more convenient, since it allows you to install equipment in any areas, even located at a considerable distance from each other;
dependent (combined).

Built-in hobs can be:

gas;
electric;
combined.

The latter are chosen for the arrangement of private country houses in case interruptions in the supply of electricity are possible.

Refrigerators and freezers

The main criterion for the classification of refrigerators is the number of doors. By functions and capacity, built-in models are no different from free-standing rulers. Ways to combine a refrigerator with a freezer:

in the form of a single unit (such equipment attracts with loyal prices);
spaced - in this case, one of the devices is usually placed under the countertop.

The second option is more practical and durable.

Design features of hoods

Built-in rulers have:

retractable models - they are completely immersed in furniture, if necessary, they are pulled out and retracted after use;
fully recessed (or modular) instances - they are placed in the upper cabinets so that only the filter and the dashboard are visible.

Both categories need specific care, as microparticles of dirt and grease settle on their surfaces.

Washing machines and dishwashers

The washing machine can be mounted under the countertop or in a cabinet. Its functioning will not affect the integrity of the furniture in any way, since in the built-in models vibration suppression systems are provided. All devices of this class have a front loading type. Dishwashers are found:

open - the control panel is on the front side;
fully integrated - to adjust the operating mode, you must open the door.

The first ones are easier to manage; it is more convenient to load dishes in them.

Small household appliances

For this category of technology, the general patterns of placement are traced:

it is customary to mount a built-in microwave in a column or in one of the upper cabinets;
oversized devices such as coffee makers and double boiler are also placed in the column;
for a grill and deep fryer, they select a place in the countertop.

Specialists involved in the installation and repair of embedded equipment, emphasize that the most rational distribution of the workspace is formed when using the technology of one brand. In this case, the functionality of each unit will be used to the maximum.

Rich color palette

When studying catalogs and rulers of leading manufacturers of household appliances, you can notice that the built-in variations have an expanded, in comparison with the usual stand-alone instances, choice of shades. This feature allows you to offer the following types of equipment:

white glossy and matte;
black mirrored, standard and matte;
brown;
silver matte;
shades of “ice mirror” and “champagne”.

Colors are selected in accordance with the planned style of the interior of the kitchen and the taste of the owners. Specialists note that some of the above variations require specific care. For example, even light touches are clearly visible on mirrored and matte silver surfaces; they need to be thoroughly wiped daily.All black textures collect dust, they also require increased attention. When choosing a built-in technique, it is important to consider the future load during operation and the frequency of regular cleaning.