Compact kitchens
For landlords and specifiers in social housing, there is a constant quest for balancing budgets with longevity throughout their properties – particularly when it comes to kitchens. Bob Andrew of Elfin Kitchens explains how the latest pre-built compact kitchens offer long-lasting quality, without breaking the bank
councils, where budgets are often tight, yet products and facilities are required to stand the test of time. Even though some properties are being rented on a temporary basis,
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sometimes for short tenures, the shadow of maintenance and repair always looms large – particularly over shared kitchens, which are in constant use and at frequent risk of suffering damage. This has led to durability becoming an essential factor when specifying a kitchen in rented accommodation, especially when there are numerous fire and electrical safety regulations to consider. The last thing landlords want to do is spend essential funds on replacement
cupboards and appliances. Taking money off the bottom line causes a rental property to become more labour and cost intensive than it needs to be; with this in mind, it is wise to avoid traditional, timber-based kitchen cabinets, which are not always built to last. Similarly, towards the bottom end of the market, doors
ccording to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), there are over 4.5 million households in the private rented sector in the UK. This includes properties owned and run by housing associations and local
When looking for something that’s practical, durable, and stylishly designed, pre-built compact kitchens tick all the right boxes
and drawers are regularly constructed from low grade materials (such as chipboard) leaving them open to water ingress and other damage.
PRE-BUILT KITCHENS So, having identified some potential pitfalls, what is best kitchen option available to landlords and social housing managers? When looking for something that’s both practical and durable, as well as stylishly designed and easy on the eye, pre-built compact kitchens tick all the right boxes. Not only will
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