Built-in electric cabinet, pros and cons, key features

Built-in appliances are gaining more and more popularity and demand among buyers. The advantages of embedding are obvious - this is the possibility of a convenient individual arrangement of furniture and appliances. At the same time, 100% compliance with geometry, room design, tastes and needs of the consumer is achieved. Furniture such as an electric built-in cabinet fully meets the requirements of design and consumer needs.

The main pros and cons

Experts note that the electrical equipment is easy to operate, absolutely safe, easy to operate, convenient for installation. Many models are equipped with emergency shutdown, the option of economical energy consumption, a child lock.

The main advantages inherent in the electrical principle of household appliances:

quick heating and cooling, the ability to control the heating temperature in the oven within 300 degrees;
maximum functionality, a variety of modes, options for cooking;
provided that the proportions are maintained and technology is observed in 100% cases, an impeccable result is achieved with regard to the appearance and taste of the dishes cooked by the oven;
the possibility of personal selection of dimensions within the standard / non-standard indicators.

Among the shortcomings, one can note the need for furniture to comply with the conditions for the placement of equipment for installation. According to the standards, the oven can be built into the niche of the kitchen set with the existing mounting spacing 5 mm from the walls on each side. The electric built-in oven is a powerful source of heat, so at least 85-90 mm should remain between it and the floor. The back wall of the device should have a free space in the range of 40-50 mm.

Types and Features

Built-in models are divided into dependent or independent, provided that they are installed in a set with other household appliances. Built-in electrical cabinets are divided into two groups:

dependent - in this embodiment, the built-in cabinet and the top hob have one control source. In most models, the control panel is located on the front, less often it is placed on top - on a gas or electric panel. The equipment is sold jointly, has the same brand, a kit usually costs less than two independent devices;
independent - in this case, each device is completely independent of the other. At the same time, the buyer independently selects the design and size of household appliances. Unlike the dependent set of devices, here, in the event of a breakdown, the devices fail without affecting each other. The consumer replaces a broken appliance - an oven or hob.

Some manufacturers provide consumers with a choice by releasing models compatible with several models of hobs.

Production material

Modern models of technology are a high-tech combination of a wide variety of materials. Differences may be in the type or quality of the internal coating, as well as in the external design of the devices.

Options and possibilities of internal coating:

easy-to-clean enamel is the most affordable option for the interior coating of the camera. Enamel repels moisture and dirt, so it is easily and quickly cleaned. The lack of enamel for consumers is the need for regular hygiene of this element of the embedded technique;
catalytic enamel - this surface has a ribbed structure, the pores of which are filled with a special chemical substance that promotes the splitting of any kind of pollution into simple compounds - organic residues, water, carbon. The catalytic system extends the useful life of the oven, but requires periodic cleaning;
biological ceramics - a bioceramic surface inherent in the oven is smooth to the touch, absolutely environmentally friendly, safe for health, resistant to mechanical, temperature influences. It provides the consumer with a long service life, easy cleaning without the need for chemicals, physical effort.

Built-in appliances manufacturers equip with a different number of glasses. Their number determines the safety, as well as the quality of the embedded equipment.

single glass doors are the cheapest option. Glass is very hot, therefore, it reduces the comfort and safety of using equipment, especially for families with small children;
two glasses - in such models the temperature of heating the front of the ovens is much lower. They provide optimum safety during cooking;
three or more glasses - the presence of triple glass in the door provides absolute safety against burns and durability of use. Four-layer glazing is rare, therefore it is considered in relation to each specific model.

Characteristics and Sizes

Technical specifications for built-in appliances are the first choice. Cooktops and ovens come in many sizes. - standard or non-standard. Residents of apartment buildings prefer the standard size; the compact size is suitable for people living in small-sized apartments. Owners of private houses or cottages prefer to build in large-sized appliances.

size - the standard dimensions of the width of the ovens are 50 or 60 cm. For compact models, the width can be from 30 to 50 cm, the size for large models is from 70 to 120 cm. The models also differ in depth - 55 cm (standard), 45-50 cm (narrow), 60-70 cm (deep). There is no such variety in height dimensions of built-in wardrobes - usually it is 45 cm;
internal volume - the useful volume of built-in appliances is in direct proportion to its size. Small models have a capacity of 36 to 44 liters, medium-sized ovens inside have a usable volume in the range of 45 to 55 liters. In large electrical cabinets, several dishes can be cooked at once, their internal volume is about 60-67 liters;
power - when buying household appliances, a consumer should not disregard the power indicator that she consumes during operation. The range of power consumption for different models is different, it fits into the range from 1 to 4 kW / h. Models of the middle price category, having the greatest popularity, have a capacity of about 2.5-3 kW / h;
control method - control of built-in cabinets, dependent or independent with the hob, is located on the front of the device. There are three possible options - mechanical, electronic, touch control. The choice is made individually, based on the preferences of customers;
set of options - manufacturers are trying to provide new models with the maximum number of useful and necessary functions. In determining the functionality of technology, the number of family members, culinary traditions, and the characteristics of people's nutrition are of great importance.

For a large family, an ideal model for 45-50 liters, with a set of baking sheets, skewers, equipped with a grill, convection, multi-cook function, and the possibility of self-cleaning will be ideal. For a family of 2-3 people, a smaller enough volume, a more modest list of options is enough.

Selection and placement criteria

Before buying built-in appliances, you should familiarize yourself with the proposed range, learn more about different manufacturers and models. It is better for the manufacturer to have a positive reputation, a famous name, and extensive experience in the development and production of household appliances.

New options significantly increase the cost of the model, before buying you should determine the need for an additional cooking mode, evaluate the frequency of its use.

Built-in equipment should be selected according to the following characteristics:

exact observance of the parameters of the equipment and dimensions of the kitchen set;
the ability to fine tune the temperature and cooking time;
the appearance of the equipment must match the style and palette of the entire interior;
the cost of a suitable model should correspond to the quality of the product.

The placement of the electric cabinet in the kitchen must comply with safety requirements and the rules of organizing the workspace. Only then will the cooking process bring joy and pleasure to all family members without exception.

How to position the built-in model of the oven:

the three key areas of the working triangle of the kitchen (cooking, washing, storage) should be as convenient and comfortable as possible. It should be remembered that the distance between them should not exceed six meters;
The correct location is determined by the dimensions of the kitchen and the wishes of the owners. Many adhere to the classical method of placement, but there are other options. It is important to consider that it is convenient for a person to use the control panel, which should always remain at eye level;
the proximity of appliances to the refrigerator or other household appliances is undesirable. The dense placement of devices adversely affects their operation, as well as their service life. The back wall of the built-in electrical equipment should be 5-10 cm away from the wall;
It is important that the outlet is in close proximity to the appliance.

Buyers traditionally consider the purchase of household appliances in terms of price, quality, functionality, design, ease of care, cleaning, cost-effectiveness, performance of different models. That's right, because built-in appliances are purchased for comfortable use for the long term!