Everyone wants to upgrade their kitchen into a luxurious space because it can be one of the most used rooms in the house. Not only is it used to cook nutritious meals to feed your family, but it is also the go-to place for socializing. While it is important to create a beautiful design, it is also important to make sure it is safe and secure. Unfortunately, the kitchen is filled with safety and security hazards, and as it is one of the most used rooms, these need to be dealt with properly.
If you’re not sure what upgrades you should make, here are a few suggestions to help you get started.
#1 Lighting
Making your kitchen safe doesn’t have to be complicated. A simple upgrade such as increasing the amount and quality of lighting can make a huge difference. Sufficient lighting will ensure you can see everything, which is particularly helpful when handling objects such as sharp knives.
#2 Flooring
Spills and slips are a common cause of injury in households around the world. You should take steps to prevent spills and slips by taking care of what you are doing, clearing up as soon as you notice a spill, and upgrading your flooring. You can purchase non slip flooring, such as wood, which can decrease slipping hazards. You may also wish to add small slip-resistant rugs in places where spills are common, such as below your sink.
#3 Sharp objects
The kitchen is likely filled with sharp objects, such as knives. You must learn how to use them properly, to prevent any problems. You should also find the best place to store them in your kitchen. This will ensure there are no accidents, and they cannot be accessed by children.
#4 Ventilation
A kitchen needs good ventilation to minimize any risks when you are cooking food. You should upgrade your windows and doors so not only are they safe from intruders, but they also allow for fresh air to enter the kitchen and don’t block the necessary ventilation needed to keep your kitchen safe, for example, with secureview screens.
#5 Emergency exits
As the kitchen is prone to accidents and hazards, you must have an adequate plan in place, including what to do in the case of a fire, and make sure your family knows where to exit the home. Write up a plan, share it with your family, and keep it visible so any guests who enter your home can see it.
#6 Layout
The layout of your kitchen can have a direct impact on safety. If you have an impractical kitchen, filled with clutter and cupboards opening onto each other, it is going to create more risks. Instead, you should think about upgrading the layout of your kitchen, to ensure there is sufficient space to maneuver around, good lighting to see what you are doing, installing safe smart shelves so you can access items easier, removing sharp corners, and keeping hazardous items out of reach from children.
Making a few upgrades to your kitchen can make it a much safer and more secure space to spend time in.
