Life Of A Modular Kitchen

Planning to revamp your old kitchen? Looking for something unique for your kitchen design? You can definitely try installing a modular kitchen in your home, as it elevates the value of a property to a great extent.

It is true that there are many advantages of modular kitchens and one of the most important one among them is that these kitchens have a long life. If installed in the right manner, your modular kitchen can go on year after year without any kinds of problems.

Another benefit of these kitchens is that they can be repaired part by part. It means that if there is a problem in a particular part, only that part needs repair. The whole kitchen is not affected due to the same problem.

Proper care and maintenance for long life of modular kitchens

Modular kitchens are pretty expensive to install. The price is high because each product that is used in the kitchen is branded and of high quality. It becomes obvious that these need to be taken care of well so that they remain in good shape year after year.

Maintenance is very important for a modular kitchen, as without that the whole impact of the kitchen will be gone. Most of the people who have modular kitchens in their homes have maintenance contracts with companies which offer services regarding the same. They come for regular servicing of the appliances like kitchen hoods, cooking ranges, gas ovens, refrigerators and other appliances.

In case there are minor problems in the appliances, they can be repaired at the same time of the servicing. With the appliances working fine, one part of the modular kitchen is ensured of having a long life.

Noting electrical and plumbing connections along with floors and wall colors

Many people tend to ignore the electrical and plumbing connections in the kitchen. But for the long life of a modular kitchen, these have to be checked to ensure safety. Dripping pipes or loose electrical lines will hamper the safety of these kitchens massively. So make sure that these settings are checked at regular intervals.

The floors and the walls of the modular kitchen are done in a special manner. It is obvious that with constant use, these areas are highly affected and need regular maintenance. Ensure regular cleanup sessions for these places so that there are no chances of dust, dirt or oil accumulation. Keeping these things in mind will help in enhancing the life of modular kitchens considerably. 

Modular Kitchen, the new hub in your home

Kitchen was never the space considered for renovating or refining the interior. However decorative the home interiors would look, the kitchen still remained a civil basic space given to you by the builder. But thanks to the innovations in technology and open mind learned consumer thinking, that now the size of the family, methods of storage, frequency of family gatherings etc. are the factors considered for a suitable modern kitchen design.

Today's kitchen is the hub of the home, where families and friends gather to cook, eat, entertain, and share daily life. Your Sleek kitchen, if planned and executed well, can make socialising truly enjoyable whether it is two people sitting down for a midnight snack after a weekend night out, the daily family meal, the birthday celebrations, thanksgiving get-togethers etc.

The social kitchen has an important role to play in the home every day. These days the concept of the kitchen getting socially famous is expanding constantly. The latest evolution in kitchen design incorporates research where the application of the ideas, innovations and concepts helps to increase the sense of wellbeing and social interaction in the modular kitchen. This type of modular kitchen design plan is called the Active Living Spaces.

Get entertained and mingle with your guests while preparing meals by adding a breakfast bar or a dining table to the end of the kitchen, if it has enough space. It is a trendy concept and can be well adapted to the Indian kitchen, especially in nuclear families living in the cities. It can be done by carving out a corner where a small table with two or three bar stools or even chairs can be placed around the table. It helps in socialising or helping the kids with their studies, homework, projects etc. while continuing to work and cook in your kitchen.

Our Sleek kitchen designers too are creating layouts that encourage comfortable interaction. The kitchen island is the perfect place to balance gatherings ensuring that hosts can cook, have fun, clean while they socialize with their guests.  The Indian consumer today is choosing a simple yet elegant kitchen design with straight lines, cleaner design and subtle sophisticated colours. Some of the recent changes which have been observed are curved doors & kitchens in cylindrical design.

The kitchen is truly become the heart of the home. Socially celebrating and fun filled get-togethers in the modular kitchen is the new vogue in the market.

What is a modular kitchen

What is a modular kitchen

Modern Indian Kitchen

One can forget its space for few hours, but can’t forget a room when hunger calls. These days, though everyone has a room for themselves, but a kitchen where food is cooked and served remains close to the heart, be it’s a man, woman or child.

The kitchen has an important role to play in every day’s household chores. Hence the idea of planning the Indian kitchen should be given as equal importance as interior décor.

Indian kitchens always have space constraints, but one smart step will lead to the maximization of the space. If you consider joint families in India, there are a lot of people who become a part of the kitchen. The size of the kitchen should be planned and designed by considering size of the family. A large kitchen should be remodeled in such a way that there should be sufficient place for movement. A very important aspect of the modular kitchen design is the use of the principle “Work Triangle” which calls for easy movement between the 3 focal points of your kitchen, namely, the sink, refrigeration and hob. This principle forms the basis of every Sleek kitchen for ease of accessibility. The kitchen usage is divided and hence 2 people working in the same modular kitchen makes cooking easy and faster. 

Also, if you look at today's scenario the kitchen is like the hub of home. An open kitchen is encouraged by families and friends to cook, eat, entertain, and share daily life story. Your kitchen usage, if planned, designed and executed well, can make socialising truly enjoyable; whether it is two people sitting down for a midnight snack after a weekend night out, the daily family meal or a birthday celebration etc. Our Sleek kitchen designers too are creating layouts that encourage comfortable interaction. The kitchen island is the perfect place to balance gatherings ensuring that hosts can cook, have fun, clean while they socialise with their guests. 

The latest evolution in kitchen design incorporates research where the application of the ideas and concepts helps to increase the sense of well-being in the kitchen. This type of open modular kitchen design plan is called the Active Living Spaces. It is a trendy concept and can be well adapted to the Indian kitchen, especially in nuclear families living in the cities. It can be done by carving out a corner where a small table with two or three bar stools or even chairs can be placed around the table. It helps in socialising or helping the kids with their studies, homework, projects etc. while continuing to work and cook in your kitchen.

So now select your type of kitchen, or just walk into a Sleek outlet where you can view and understand the efficient ways of kitchen usage.

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Vastu for your Modular Kitchen

Vastu for your Modular Kitchen

Your kitchen is the most important place in your house. If redesigning your kitchen is what is in your mind, then to bring a positive energy in the kitchen, the kitchen design can be planned according to Vastu Shastra. Believers say that a well-planned and a well designed modular kitchen through the principle of Vastu Shastra attract health and happiness. Also it helps the entire family to live a prosperous life.

Here are some pointers for a Vastu-planned kitchen. Vastu Shastra sets down definite basic rules for a healthy kitchen and decides a place for everything in it. Here are the best rules to ensure a healthy and happy life.

• The best direction for a kitchen is the Southeastern corner of a house. A kitchen located in North or North East can affect your profession. The second best choice is the Northwest side of a house.
• The kitchen should never be below or above a bathroom/toilet, and should not share a wall either. It can affect a person’s health.
• The kitchen must never face the main entrance of a kitchen. The kitchen door must not be in any of the corners.
• The hob / stove must be a little away from the wall, and should not be visible from outside. It should be placed in such a way that the person who is cooking faces the east direction while cooking.
• The best and suitable colour of the walls should be in shades of yellow, rose, orange, red and chocolate.
• The modular kitchen platform in an ‘L’ shape kitchen should be near the South wall.  The day to day appliances like a mixer, microwave, oven, grinder etc. can be placed there. It is believed to be auspicious. View the photos too to get a clear picture.
• Everyday essential groceries like grains, spices, pulses, packed products should be placed either in South or West direction.
• See that the gas burner is not in the front of the main kitchen entrance.
• Utensils that are light in weight can be placed in the East or the North direction of a modular kitchen.
• While cooking, one should ideally face towards the East. For clear understanding view the modular kitchen photos.
• Place the kitchen dining table in the North-West or the West direction.

Building your kitchen with Vastu Shastra helps in preserving a hail and hearty atmosphere. The effects of Vastu Shastra are tremendous and with the help of this the design of a kitchen can reveal a healthy positive kitchen ambiance.

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Residential Kitchen with High-end Appliances

The modern consumer has gone tech-savvy with modern kitchen appliances in Mumbai that have taken the art of cooking to a new level. A lot of company’s sell kitchen appliances in Mumbai, but none can match the quality of what Sleek Kitchens offers. Built-in kitchen hobs, kitchen chimneys, kitchen ovens, cooking ranges, induction cookers, etc. There is no end to kitchen appliances.

Hob: The traditional kitchen hob has given way to modern-day hobs in SS or toughened glass. Sleek offers four burner hobs in toughened glass and steel, with baffle filters for soot-free cooking. View an array of kitchen hobs and their features before you choose any.

Chimneys have become an essential part of a kitchen, to eliminate smoke, smell and grime. While the earlier chimneys made a lot of noise and were cumbersome to clean, Sleek’s world renowned chimneys boast of lowest noise levels, higher suction and practically no maintenance.
These chimneys do not have any filters hence there is no hassle of cleaning the filters from time to time. They have a detachable oil collector that collects the oil particles. They also have an aluminium non-stick turbine blower to prevent clogging. The motor also uses a non-sticky material so no need of periodic servicing. A built-in microwave is installed in a cabinet. Built-in microwaves free up the counter space in the kitchen. Installing a built-in microwave is a good idea as it not only consumes less energy in the kitchen, but also saves your hard earned money. Built-in or an integrated kitchen oven is designed to give your kitchen a seamless, sleek look. It is built into your existing kitchen units. Built-in kitchen ovens free up counter space in the kitchen. Sleek offered built-in ovens include features that save the energy in your kitchen assuring a great cooking performance. These models tend to be slightly more expensive. These are ideal for small kitchens where space is at a premium. Also for singles or couples who wash a limited amount of dishes everyday.

Island chimneys are apt for island kitchens, they hang over the cook top.

Auto Clean Chimneys Microwave Freestanding Microwave. A freestanding microwave is a stand-alone kitchen appliance that sits on top of a kitchen counter. Free standing microwaves are generally less expensive when compared to built-in microwaves. These models require no special installation and are simple to replace too. Built-In Microwave Oven Freestanding Ovens. The most popular type of oven is freestanding. As the term suggests, these models stand free from a kitchen unit or cupboard. They can be placed anywhere, on your kitchen counter top or on a cabinet or table.   

Built-In kitchen ovens Dish washer Built-in. The built-in dishwasher is the largest selling type of dishwasher in the market. These built-in dishwashers are customized as per your kitchen space. Compact Built-in Freestanding freestanding dishwashers fit into a similar 60cm space as built-ins. The difference is that these rest on the floor and are portable. They are preferred by rental people who are expected to be moving frequently. The benefit of Sleek modern day appliances is that they create comfort and excitement in the kitchen. The kitchen appliances list, Sleek offers is never-ending. 

Modular kitchens, the new vogue in market

A kitchen is the soul and heart of a family, the place where delicious food is prepared and memories are cooked. Most of the family’s time is spent in the dining area next to the kitchen. There are diversified types of Indian kitchen designs and kitchen decor available just for you. 

Moreover, modular kitchen is a well planned kitchen with space management techniques and Sleek Work Triangle. This scientific research helps in fast and effortless cooking. This theory helps in an organized kitchen and adds to the consumer’s delight where everything you need is within an arm's reach. Sleek also considers many factors at the time of kitchen designs, such as family size, food preference, area of kitchen etc. 

The secret to a disciplined kitchen is proper planning with the use of new and innovative kitchen solutions. Sleek is the Kitchen Specialist and it claims to provide you with its best quality. You can totally rely on Sleek’s modular kitchen cabinets and have an extra ordinary kitchen. Normally, modular kitchens have base units which are useful for heavy kitchen storage like big kitchen utensils, cooker, etc. Marine Ply is the best option for base units as it is BWR (Boiling Water Resistant). Modular kitchens usually contains steel or wooden cabinets, counter tops, modular kitchen appliances like chimney, built-in-oven, hob, sink with drain board. Sleek also provides refrigerators, built-in waste-baskets, cooking range, microwaves, ovens, dishwashers, sinks, etc. for an easy and effortless kitchen life. View the modular kitchen photos for more understanding.

There are plenty kitchen manufacturers but only the Kitchen Specialist will understand the exact kitchen requirement and give you great value for money. Many people come up with the query that how to renovate a kitchen in a more efficient way.

Remaking a kitchen is not an easy task. There are many things to consider before you take the plunge. Storage choices, material options, right price... it takes time, energy and good thinking. The Kitchen Specialist takes care of all your worries. From the planning to final execution... Sleek makes the process a beautiful experience.

• Understanding your requirement.
• Personally assessing the space.
• Assessing your storage needs and design concerns.
• Designing the kitchen as per the needs.
• Working out a budget and planning with the same.
• Your kitchen manufactured and sourced.
• Installing your kitchen in 30-40 days.
• Quality check by expert team.
• Customer relations and after-sales service.
• 1 Year free kitchen warranty against manufacturing defects.
• Signing a 5-year AMC Contract (Optional paid service).

Sleek gives a whole range of ingenious ideas to increase the storage space in your kitchen. Modular kitchen accessories like innovative corner units, spice pull outs, etc. that makes good use of your wasted kitchen space. Hence choosing a Specialist designer to design your kitchen is the right choice.

Get a site visit done

Sleek offers a site visit of Rs. 1000 (Kitchen cover charges, which will be deducted from your total kitchen amount.)

• “The kitchen specialist will visit you house with site supervisor”, for understanding the kitchen planning and taking the measurements.
• You can discuss about the requirements-budget and give suggestions on the same. Designer will show the required design and quotation after 3-4 days.
• We will assure that you get the best service and design as per your requirements till you finalize your kitchen.
• After you book your kitchen, do not forget to ask for Extended AMC contract as it is necessary for your valuable kitchen.

Get a professional team of Specialist who are dedicated to create a better lifestyle for you.
 
Sleek is truly the Kitchen Specialist.

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