THE IDEAL WORKING HEIGHT FOR THE KITCHEN
The height of the countertop should be determined individually for good ergonomics. This is the only way to make kitchen work easy. Goodbye back pain!
WHY CORRECT POSTURE IS SO IMPORTANT IN THE KITCHEN
Back pain is now one of the so-called widespread diseases. They are often caused by muscle tension or incorrect posture. Anyone who spends several hours a week working in the kitchen should therefore attach importance to good kitchen ergonomics. The height of the countertop in particular influences posture when preparing, cooking or washing up. If the working height is set too low or too high, the kitchen user must adopt a bad posture: If the countertop is set too low, it is necessary to bend forward. Working in a bent position can quickly lead to tension or even strain the intervertebral discs. A countertop height that is set too high is also problematic and causes increased effort and overstretching of the spine, e.g. during cutting work.
HOW IS THE ERGONOMIC COUNTERTOP HEIGHT DETERMINED?
When planning the kitchen in cooperation with a kitchen planner, the individually adjusted working height is essential in order to protect the back during daily kitchen work. The height of the countertop is adjusted to the main user of the kitchen.
The individual elbow height as a benchmark
In the past, the optimum working height was determined by body height. However, this method is now considered outdated and should no longer be used for kitchen planning. Today, the ideal height is determined by a qualified kitchen professional using the individual elbow height. This is done by measuring the distance between the angled elbow and the countertop. If this is between 10 and 15 cm, the working height is felt to be appropriate and one can stand comfortably when working.
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