What Is Standard Height For Pantry Door Handle?
The kitchen is the place in the home where we spend a lot of our time. It’s usually one of the main gathering places for family and friends, and it often doubles as an office space or homework area.
The kitchen has some key pieces that make up its functionality like sinks, ovens, dishwashers, and even pantry door handles.
Do you know standard height for pantry door handle?
We are currently changing our pantry door from a pocket door to a regular swinging door. The opening is 36″ and the handle will be centered on the edge of the door. The knobs we have now are about 9″ off the floor, which I consider too low for an adult. Is there a standard height for pantry/closet doors?
Is it common to switch from one type of handle to another in this scenario?
We want to put pulls on both sides if possible – do you think that will work? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
First, see how high your current handles are mounted. Looking at the photo below, they would be fine with a 36-inch opening or even a 42-inch opening. Possibly they were put in by the previous owner of your home and are not standard.
Your choices for new handles will be less than 36 inches high. The ones you show below would work, but the height is close to that where most adults would have to stoop too much to open or close the door one-handed. You might consider using just one handle instead of two knobs on each side.
With only one handle it can be centered anywhere on the door within limits, including off-center which could be both right or left hand depending on which way it opens onto a hallway or kitchen countertop
Do not switch from pocket door hardware to regular swinging, unless this was built with what is called interchangeable (or reversible) hardware.
This means that the pocket door hardware can be changed to a regular swinging door in the future if needed by simply changing the hinges from one side of the door to another, and swapping out handles. One more idea is to use pulls on only one side since you already have them on both sides now.
Find a local supplier of pantry hardware and measure their products.
If you don’t know, ask what height they recommend for a 36-inch opening. Make sure you get back with us so we can see what YOU finally decide on!
I removed all of our knobs because my kids kept closing themselves inside!! I replaced all 20 knobs/handles with simple deadbolt-style locks. Each kid has their own key for when they have friends over or are just out with someone. It works great!! I’m now searching the web to see if there are any “decorative” locks that will look nice – because right now they’re all black. The same knobs/handles would be fine, but the deadbolt ones work better at keeping kids out
I’ve heard of some parents getting a bar-type lock installed across their pantry doors which comes in real handy when you need to keep your kids out of stuff…but not sure where you can buy it? Maybe home depot?
As far as replacing existing hardware on an existing door, I don’t think that is possible. You are probably stuck with either a pocket or swinging. Unless you can get the door off of its hinges, or have a local pocket/pantry door installer come out and change them for you.
Standard Height For Pantry Door Handle?
Pantry door handle dimensions
The dimensions for a pantry door handle are very similar to those of a bathroom or kitchen towel cupboard because the same layout is essential.
A single hand-applied to the horizontal part of the handle at waist level should allow you access immediately in front of you, and the same applies when closing.
What types of doors can be used in a pantry?
It is advisable not to use double-glazed sliding doors as these will lock together with any condensation between them. It may be worth checking whether there is a rebate for this type of fitting on your French door unit(s) if they have been installed before today’s toughened safety standards came into force. Sliding folding doors are probably your best choice if your existing wardrobe has this style of fittings.
A plain hinged door is perhaps the most practical for a pantry, giving access to hinges to both sides, allowing storage behind the door. The door depth should be 36mm less than the actual width of the opening. Allow 15mm on each hinged side for fitting into the frame. A separate fixed panel at latch height will enable you to keep items stored on that section of the floor without having to move them each time you open or close the door.
The top hung type is used where cupboard space must fit over nearby skirting boards, with only 12-15mm available above before tiles or wallpapers are affected, so it’s vital to own or have made an accurate upstand plan to make sure the cupboard depth will be correct for your needs.
A self-closing door can be a great help in a pantry but bear in mind that this must open easily and close quietly because these doors get opened and shut very frequently.
It should grip the frame at the top and bottom to prevent rattling or swaying when it’s windy or you’re having to use your body weight to pull it closed.
Self-closing doors are often fitted with magnetic catches which help hold them securely closed while still allowing access without having to wrestle with them every time they need opening. This is particularly important if young children will also use the space for their school work or crafts projects once they move into their new home.
If high humidity (and therefore greater potential for condensation) will be an issue in your pantry, you may prefer to have a vapor-proof door fitted. This also saves on heating costs by trapping the inside heat more effectively than solid wood or standard metal-framed door.
Standard Height For Pantry Door Handle?
A pantry is really only large enough for one person at a time to contain cupboards, shelves, and worktops which are designed to take heavy kitchen utensils without any chance of weakening over time. Do not assume you can use this space as part of another room because it’s just “not big enough”. You should treat it separately where appropriate.
When planning your installation, think about whether there are any electrical sockets near the floor level which would need protection from any potential leakages.
If you can’t avoid these, you should fit an RCD (residual current device) which will cut the power immediately if it detects any leakage from faulty appliances or cables.
The floor should ideally be made of a waterproof sheet material that is sufficiently rigid not to buckle under heavyweight, although chipboard sheeting is also suitable up to around 20mm thick. Use separate panels rather than trying to make one big sheet because this could warp over time once the weight of kitchen appliances has been placed on it repeatedly.
Ideally have additional lighting installed for your pantry so that you can see what you’re doing while you’re still inside the cupboard(s). A bank of low-energy LEDs lit above eye level, pointing down onto the shelves or work surfaces can make all the difference when you need to choose a jar of spaghetti sauce from a dark corner.
Have confidence in yourself and trust your own judgment. Don’t allow friends or other family members to have an influence over what you put where simply because it’s their opinion that counts. All storage spaces serve a particular purpose.
Standard Height For Pantry Door Handle?
What is the standard shelf height in the pantry?
Shelf Spacing & Depth: Aisle Widths and Heights
This question comes up a lot, what is the standard pantry shelving height? There really isn’t a single answer. The truth is that there are many answers. Many people choose to have deeper shelves with less spacing between those shelves because it allows for more storage of smaller items on those shelves. It also allows you to store taller items as well as everyday things like cans and cereal boxes.
When you use different sized baskets or bins with your shelving it has an even bigger effect on how much storage space is available in that pantry.
If you read this blog post from my sister-in-law “How To Build a Pantry Organizer in 3 Easy Steps” you will see that she stores her extra-wide pasta boxes in one of the upper baskets so they are not banging around on the shelves.
This makes it much easier to see what supplies she has and also saves space out on the pantry floor for other things.
Are deeper pantry shelves better?
You could certainly say yes, but if you have a narrow pantry then perhaps less depth is more for you.
Look at your items and try to decide how much room you need between each shelf, consider what you store there and which size stacking containers would work best with that amount of storage space.
Then after all that do some measuring because standard pantry shelving height really isn’t any particular measurement. It’s whatever works best for you.
Shelf Spacing & Depth: Aisle Widths and Heights One of the most common questions we receive is “What is standard pantry shelf spacing?”
This question isn’t easily answered because every home has different items stored in them, but there are some general guidelines to help you plan your storage space better if needed.
There are many variables that go into how deep a pantry shelf should be; width of your cabinet, the height of stock-piled items, contents on shelves (we’re looking at your collection of half-consumed bottles of olive oil), and other tall items stored in the kitchen pantries. As a general rule, 1″ to 3″ spacing between shelves is preferred for most storage needs.
In standard base cabinets with an 8″ to 12″ depth from the front face of the cabinet to the back wall, those measurements allow for plenty of room for tall or wide items as well as smaller stock-piled goods. In many instances, deeper cabinets aren’t always better unless you have tall equipment – mixers and blenders – that need space behind them.
Pantry shelving should allow for easy access to stored items so be sure your space can accommodate a variety of sizes and shapes without overcrowding.
It’s best to measure your pantry and draw up a plan before you start installing cabinets or organizing supplies because it will give you an idea of what size shelves you need.
Most commercial shelving comes in 12″ depth, but keep in mind that standard pantry cabinet depths are typically 8″, 10″, 12″. In some cases 16″. The cheapest way to get the look is to install new plywood boards which can be painted or stained for a fresh look every time you restock items on the shelves.
Don’t forget about air circulation when planning your next DIY built-in kitchen pantry project.
Be sure to leave a supply aisle at least 6″ for proper airflow between rows of cabinets so that hot and humid air has room to escape. Circulation is key to keeping any storage space, but especially the pantry, running smoothly and reducing mildew or mold that can be absorbed by boxed goods or bags of flour
Reaching for items in the back of deep cabinets is always a struggle. If you’re like us and don’t like to waste space, consider installing lazy Susans in your pantry (you can usually find inexpensive ones at thrift stores).
The spinning shelves make it easy to access items on deep or tall pantry walls without overcrowding.
Plus, the more uniform your storage needs are, the less time you’ll need to spend digging through boxes of junk trying to find that one thing you’re looking for (you know…the one that always seems to get pushed to the back of the shelf?).
Standard Height For Pantry Door Handle?
Pantry Shelves:
Just Keep Going Another option for standard depth cabinets is stacking shelves on top of each other instead of side by side so they take up less room.
This allows you to stack more items vertically in the same amount of space. This works particularly well if your base cabinets are deep enough to accommodate taller objects without them hitting the back wall.
The only thing you’ll need to watch out for with this design is making sure that shelves are sturdy enough not to bend or bow underweight so be sure to use nails or screws through the metal brackets on each shelf for added support.
Be sure to leave enough room between shelves so you can reach what’s stored on each one without everything falling off onto your head when you reach up high (the number one cause of pantry injuries). Standard spacing between shelves is usually 12″ but it depends what you’re stocking and storing. If there’s a chance item will pile up over 10″ then you might want to consider staggering shelves so things stay a little more organized and accessible.
More pantry shelving tips remember
If you have small children, invest in a safety latch to keep them out of the kitchen until they’re old enough to know not to put holes in boxes of cereal with their dinner forks.
Kitchen lighting is another design option you may want to consider. Features like under-cabinet lighting or task lamps can make it easier to see what’s stored away in dark corners (like the bottom of the pantry).
Built-in Kitchen Pantries Used To Be Like The Jetsons We remember when built-in kitchen pantries were all the rage in homes during the late 1950’s early 1960’s but quickly fell out of favor after that…until now.
Today, homeowners are once again discovering that having additional storage space for stuff can be a huge benefit. These days, pantries are being built into kitchens of all sizes to accommodate expanding storage needs even in homes with limited space.
They’re also being installed as standalone options so homeowners can have additional storage away from the kitchen to eliminate clutter.
Some homeowners are even taking it one step further by including a breakfast bar or cafe seating area so they can take advantage of this outdoor kitchen to serve snacks and refreshments without always having to pull up a chair at the formal dining table inside.
These kinds of storage systems are not just for pantries anymore, they’re being used in other rooms throughout the home too! The same kind of racks and slide-out drawers are now available for use in mudrooms, laundry rooms, basements, garages, craft rooms, or even workspaces. They make it easier than ever to stock up on cleaning supplies under your bathroom sinks or organize sweaters and socks inside your closets.
Standard Height For Pantry Door Handle?
What size are pantry shelves?
The agreed best depth of pantry shelves is 16 inches to 20 inches deep. However, if you have tiny pantry space, shelves the depth of just one in – four to five inches – will still be useful. Bear in mind that shelves that are too deep will require constant restacking to ensure items don’t become out of date.
The normal height of a pantry shelf from floor to top is usually around 76cm or 30 inches. However, some homes may have different heights.
In that case, you can adjust your shelf accordingly. At least it has to reach shoulder-length level if you are an adult.
For a children’s room, it may need a shorter size depending on the children’s stature. And for hallways, it can be much lower.
There are actually no industry standards for the height of pantry shelves.
It’s just a preference or opinion that it has to be at least 30 inches high. Because most people are fine with what they have, there is no need for an industry standard.
But if you choose one lower than 30 inches, make sure it can resist your weight and your children’s weight. You also need to check the stability before making the decision. The same goes for any other type of furniture too.
The reason why I chose 30 inches as my minimum height requirement is because it provides enough space for items storage but not too much space to allow dust to build up under the shelf or on top of them where you can see them easily even without looking for them. This is the optimal height in my opinion for pantry shelves because it’s just right, not too high, and not too low.
How high should pantry shelves be?
The bottom-most shelf is typically 20 to 24 inches from the floor.
If you need to raise it even higher, do it. This will give you room to store bulk items like pet food, paper towels, or even crates on wheels.
It is a good idea to have your pantry shelves at about shoulder height.
This means that you do not need to reach up or bend down too far to reach the food and other items stored on these shelves.
If they are too high, you can fall and hurt yourself if there is nobody else around to help you. If they are too low, this can cause problems with your back and shoulders as well as causing cramps in your legs and feet.
Pantry Cabinets
– Organizing Ideas for Pantry Storage When designing the layout of your kitchen pantries, make sure that you keep some basic design principles in mind such as having the most used items within easy reach of one another (for example, spices and cooking oils close to the stove) and having items that you do not use frequently on higher or lower shelves.
You should also consider your height when designing your shelves as well as the heights of other members of your family. A good idea is to place a step ladder in one pantry so that everybody can reach things easily without having to bend over too much (and hurting their backs).
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What pantry organization ideas will work for me?
There are lots of tips and tricks that you can use to keep your cabinets organized. These include such things as using baskets, organizing containers, and slide-out drawers. It is a good idea to organize items together so that you know where they are without having to waste time looking for them when you need them (for example, spices in one basket and canned goods in another).
You can buy or make these storage units out of various materials such as wood or plastic. They usually attach to the inside of the cabinet door providing easy access while helping to keep your kitchen organized.
You should also consider using shelf dividers to make sure that your foods do not get crushed or dented. They are easy to attach and detach as needed, without leaving any marks or damages on the cabinet surfaces. See also: The Ultimate Pantry Clean Out – Part 1
When would I use baskets?
There are lots of instances when you can use baskets in the kitchen pantries to organize food items inside them. For example, for bread, you can buy bread bins that fit into your cabinets better than other methods (such as hanging bread bags).
These bins come with holes that allow air through while also keeping insects away (and stopping bread from getting stale too quickly). Some people find it easier to store their baking goods this way too (for example, flour and sugar).
You could also use baskets for vegetables and fruits to keep them fresh and organized. You could add a piece of dry ice to the bottom of these baskets every few days to further help with this task. It is also easier to clean up when you have used all your food items thanks to the fact that they are in clear containers.
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Standard height of pantry table?
Actually, 24 inches is very high for most pantries. With today’s fashions (short skirts, short dresses) 24 inches is higher than the average person needs to be when seated on a toilet.
The National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) recommends that the height of the bottom shelf of your pantry table should be 34-36″ above the finished floor.
So, for example, if you are using 36″ high base cabinets with countertops at 34″, then theoretically you could place the lower shelves at 32″. For standard 8′ ceilings, this would result in a 22″ high tabletop which can accommodate bar stools up to 26″. With taller ceilings (say 9′), you may need to adjust the height down by 2″-4″, but not below 20″.
However, there are many factors that affect the actual height of a tabletop in a pantry.
1) the chair height – the taller the chair, the lower you can have your table.
Standard kitchen chairs are usually 24″ high, with 26″ being more comfortable for an average person. Most barstools are 30″ to 32″ high, but they go up to 36″, and higher if it has back support. So if you want people to sit while using your pantry, then base your tabletop on the taller chairs. Some manufacturers offer adjustable stools which come down lower than regular ones and can help create more space between the tabletop and finished floor.
2) For people who may not be so comfortable with standard height tables (like seniors), some pantries incorporate a lower section in the tabletop with a step or half-step, which provides a more comfortable height to rest their arms on or place items.
3) For older people or anyone who has difficulty bending over repeatedly when working in the pantry, adjustable legs for the table can be helpful so that they do not have to stoop as low when placing things on the tabletop.
In this case, you may want to add an additional 2″-4″ above 34-36″ standard NKBA recommendation.
4) Lower shelves of your pantry will also affect the height of your tabletop.
As mentioned earlier, if you are using 36″ base cabinets with countertops at 34″, then 32″ would be ideal for lower shelves of your pantry table. If you want to place lower shelves at 24″ (good for deep drawers), then go higher with your tabletop, or consider having an adjustable tabletop which will move down lower than standard height.
5) The diameter of the table matters
– if you are combining several items on one 4′ table (like chopping board, trash bin, compost container, etc.), make sure it is big enough not to look too crowded and small enough not to look like an obstruction. For example, standard kitchen countertops are 36″, so anything that goes into that space should be restricted by about half its size (18″ round). Keep in mind that the recommended minimum clear work/prep area of a kitchen countertop is 30″. But again, depending on your needs, you may want to have more space. Generally speaking, a 4′ round table will accommodate a mop bucket and a small trash can on one side and a roll of paper towels at the other end with room to spare.
6) The height of your openings for drawers or doors underneath your tabletop is another factor.
24″ is standard for most pantry cupboards, but adjust as needed.
7) For door-type pantries shelves inside drawers, make sure they are adjustable so that you can move them up and down as per need.
8) Do not forget to include a 12″-18″ radius from the wall when deciding tabletop height – if IKEA cabinets are used, this would mean 36″ instead of 34″ for the standard height.
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9) Do not forget to include a 12″-18″ radius from the wall when deciding tabletop height – if IKEA cabinets are used, this would mean 36″ instead of 34″ for the standard height.
10 ) Sliding pantry doors can be adjusted easily to accommodate taller items underneath your tabletop (34″), but make sure you have enough space so it does not scrape against other objects while opening and closing.
Most manufacturers recommend at least 4″-6″ clearance between the door and any adjacent objects in order to ensure smooth sliding operation.
11) If you plan on installing a glass or solid surface backsplash above your countertops, be aware that a shelf under a window or a table will eat into the space
. It is a good idea to have a cutout or extension for this kind of shelf or have it higher up so you can still use the window as an emergency exit.
12) If your pantry is well-lit by natural light coming from windows and doors – great!
But be aware that those big windows create high traffic areas which may need protection from breakage. You can either cover them with sturdy UV-blocking blinds or shades or use tempered glass instead.
Enhancements like lighting under cabinets and plinth blocks (painted to match wall color), baseboard heaters, stained or painted cabinetry with warm-toned countertops can also improve the functionality and esthetics of your pantry transforming it into a beautiful functional kitchen nook.
13) Again, this is just an example.
There are other ways to do it and ways that suit your needs better.
However, it should give you some insight on how you can use these principles for designing your pantry design with standard base cabinets to accommodate all the stuff you will be storing in there without compromising the functionality or esthetics of your kitchen room.
Conclusion
Pantry door handles come in a variety of heights, from 3.5 inches to 8 inches high. It’s important to measure your space and figure out what size will work best for you before making a purchase or ordering an installation service.
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