Wickes Lifestyle Kitchens Planning Guide
Planning for your new Wickes Lifestyle Kitchen couldn’t be easier. Our kitchens are designed for self-installation, making them perfect for anyone new to big home projects. Start by measuring your space, then follow our step-by-step guide to ensure every piece fits perfectly. Our detailed instructions will guide you through the entire process, from laying out cabinets to installing worktops and appliances.
Step 1 - Measure and draw up your space
All your planning - and therefore the success of your new kitchen is based on your measurements. Here’s how to get them right.
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Image A - This is where you should measure
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Have you made a note of where these are?
- Radiators
- Pipes
- Vents
- Switches
- Plug points
- Power outlets
- Drains
- Water and gas supplies
Step 2 - Plan what goes where
Now the dream can start becoming reality. There’s lots to think about, including what you’d like to keep and what you want to replace. Here are our practical tops. If you feel you need some advice at any point, our design consultants will be happy to work with you on drawing up a perfect plan. Just ask in-store. It’s free.
The Working Zones
Plan your kitchen around the idea of a working triangle of three zones, which we describe below. This is about having what you use the most in easy relationship to each other. Each zone should ideally be equal in distance from each other, and the things you use least can go furthest out of the triangle.
Food Storage Zone
Includes the fridge, freezer and dry storage
Consider the amount of storage you’ll need, including the size of the fridge and freezer. A worktop near the fridge is really handy for unpacking the shopping, and for cooking.
Cooking Zone
Includes the oven, hob, microwave and where you cook
It’s handy to have the cooking zone close to the sink so you’re not carrying hot things far. Allow worktop space for food preparation and utensils.
Washing Zone
Includes the sink and dishwasher
Plan everything that needs plumbing next to each other and/or along the same wall. Keep the fridge close to the sink for washing fruit and veg. Also, keeping the worktop above the dishwasher free of appliances leaves space for stacking and unloading dishes.
Think about your working triangle
Step 3 - Buy online or in-store
When you’re happy with your Wickes Lifestyle Kitchen plan and have chosen what you need it’s time to place your order. You can…
Step 4 - Install your new kitchen
Our flat-packed kitchens are designed to be easily fitted by you. But we can still help...
Call 0330 123 4123 for a quote or ask in store.
How To Guides
With Wickes, you don’t need to be a professional to create a kitchen that looks like it was installed by one. Our Wickes Lifestyle Kitchens are designed with ease of assembly in mind, so you can enjoy the satisfaction of building your own dream kitchen. Just follow our advice and you’ll see how simple and rewarding it can be to bring your kitchen plans to life.