How to Measure Your Kitchen: A Step-by-Step Guide
Accurate measurements are the first step to the right kitchen. Here is how to measure walls, openings, services and ceiling height step by step.
Taking your own measurements helps you explore designs and compare quotes. This is the method the ARVEX Mobilya team uses on site.
1. Sketch the room
Draw the kitchen from above and number the walls clockwise. Mark doors, windows, columns and service points.
2. Measure the walls
Measure each wall at three heights – near the floor, at worktop height (~90 cm) and at wall-unit height (~200 cm) – and use the smallest value.
3. Ceiling height
Measure in several spots; note suspended ceilings and beams.
4. Doors and windows
Distance from the left corner, width, height, sill height for windows, and the door's swing direction.
5. Columns, beams and radiators
Note width, depth and how far beams drop from the ceiling.
6. Services
Water and waste, gas, sockets, extractor connection and fuse box.
7. Appliances
Check the width, depth and height of every appliance – choose new models before designing cabinets.
Turn it into 3D
Enter your measurements in our free 3D planner, place cabinets, see clash warnings and download your PDF measurement list. ARVEX Mobilya always confirms measurements on site before production.
Frequently asked questions
Why measure a wall at three heights?
Walls are rarely perfectly straight. Using the smallest of three measurements ensures the cabinets fit.
Can cabinets be made from my own measurements?
Your measurements are perfect for planning and pricing; ARVEX Mobilya confirms everything on site before production.
