Appliance space, general storage, and unit installation
600 mm
Design specifications should account for standard appliance depths, typically 600mm, even if appliances are not supplied
Design specifications should account for standard appliance depths, typically 600mm, even if appliances are not supplied. Facilities for laundering and general cleaning can be located outside the main kitchen area. Adequate general storage, including for clothes, linen, and bedding, is required, with airing cupboards being necessary in homes without central heating. Kitchen units and shelving must be securely installed to a suitable substrate, ensuring shelves are level and units follow manufacturer's guidelines.
Basis in regulation
How to check it on site
Confirm correct allowances for appliance spaces, general storage provisions are adequate, and all units and shelving are level, secure, and installed per manufacturer instructions.
Common failure
Incorrect appliance space dimensions, insufficient storage, or poorly fixed units and shelving leading to instability or damage.
Last updated 23 August 2026. This is our editorial summary of publicly available regulation, not building control approval or a warranty determination.