host posted on January 19, 2009 17:56
Ergonomic Tips
Ergonomics - The study of how a workplace and the equipment used there can best be designed for comfort, safety, efficiency and productivity.
Below are some tips that we have put together to help you think about your space and how to best place and arrange your room for maximum safety and efficiency.
Lower Cabinet Storage
To reduce strain when reaching for objects in lower cabinets, consider adding rotary shelves, a lazy susan or a 3-bin recycle center to base cabinets.
Wastebasket Height
The top edge of a waste receptacle should be no higher than 36". Wellborn has a variety of wastebasket and recycle bin options that comply with these standards and increase accessibility and functionality in your kitchen.
Counter Height
At least two counter heights should be offered in the kitchen (28"-36" and 36"-45" above the floor) to make the kitchen more convenient for cooks of different heights. Wellborn offers cabinets in many different sizes, as well as options such as void toe kick, to make this possible.
Countertop Storage
Using tambour units as appliance garages are a good way to bring heavy objects to countertop height.
Storage
Heavy objects should be stored at the safest and most convenient height. Placing dishes in wall cabinets on the floor with an added toe kick makes access easy and convenient for everyone.
Accessibility
It is important to take into consideration all of the possible individuals who will use the kitchen because their needs will determine knee space height and counter depth. This is why Wellborn offers sink and range base cabinets in a wide range of heights and depths as well as accessibility options.
Decorative Storage
Using mullion doors, decorative door frames or open shelving can not only create an elegant bath, but they also serve as a visual aid for locating items – this is especially true in guest baths where the user may be unfamiliar with the space.
Task Lighting
Be sure to consider task lighting for any space. No space is functional without good lighting and Wellborn offers several options for the bath and kitchen.
Alternative Bath Storage
Consider placing kits in the bath area that are traditionally used in the kitchen, such as sliding shelves, lazy susans or tambours, for easy storage of toiletries or small appliances
Universal Reach
The shallow shelf depth of the easy reach corner cabinet allows items to be stored within the universal reach range of 15"-48".