Integrated Appliance Housing Mansfield
Hi there! Michael from Kudos Kitchens here. In 2022, Emma and I started our little family-run kitchen business right here in Mansfield. We noticed lots of people had kitchens with appliances that stuck out like sore thumbs or wasted loads of space. That's why we became experts in integrated appliance housing - making your kitchen look amazing while working better too!
What is integrated appliance housing?
Integrated appliance housing means we build special cabinets that hide your kitchen appliances behind doors that match the rest of your kitchen. This makes your kitchen look neater and gives you more space to move around.
We custom-build these cabinets right here in our Mansfield workshop. When we started Kudos Kitchens, we saw so many badly fitted appliances that made kitchens look messy. People in Sutton-in-Ashfield, Worksop and even as far as Alfreton would come to us with horror stories about crooked cabinets and dodgy fittings.
Our customer Jane from Kirkby-in-Ashfield told us: "Before Kudos sorted my kitchen, my fridge stuck out past my counters and my oven was at a funny angle. Now everything is hidden away and my kitchen looks twice as big!"
Types of Integrated Appliances We Can House
Refrigeration Integration OptionsWe can hide away your fridge or freezer behind doors that match your kitchen perfectly. We've helped families in Mansfield, Clipstone and Rainworth turn big bulky fridges into sleek, hidden features. One tricky job we did was for a family in Clay Cross who had a massive American-style fridge. We designed special cabinets that made it look built-in, even tho it wasn't a true integrated model. They couldn't believe the difference! Our integrated fridge housing can work with:
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Dishwasher ConcealmentDishwashers can be ugly and break up the flow of your bottom cabinets. We make special housing that hides them away behind matching doors. "Emma helped us choose the right size dishwasher for our space and then Michael built a perfect cabinet for it. You can't even tell it's there!" - Mark from Heanor We made sure our dishwasher housing has:
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Oven and Microwave HousingOvens, microwaves and combi ovens need special attention. They get hot and need proper ventilation. Our oven housing units are built with:
We installed a gorgeous bank of 3 ovens for a family in West Bridgford last month. The mum is a keen baker and wanted everything at eye level. We designed a custom tower that held her main oven, steam oven and warming drawer all in one stunning unit. |
Coffee Machine and Specialty Appliance IntegrationGot a fancy coffee machine? We can build it in! "I never thought my coffee machine could look so good! Kudos built it into my tall cabinet at the perfect height. No more coffee corner taking up my worktop!" - Sarah from Ollerton We've integrated:
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Washing Machine and Dryer HousingKitchen-based laundry appliances need clever housing. We make sure washing machines and dryers have:
When the Smiths in Mansfield needed their washer and dryer stacked in their kitchen, we designed a tall cabinet that concealed both while making sure they had proper ventilation and wouldn't overheat. |
Design Considerations for Integrated Appliance Housing
Ventilation Requirements
This is dead important! Appliances need to breathe, and skipping proper venting is asking for trouble.
We've fixed many kitchens where other fitters ignored ventilation. One couple in Worksop had their integrated fridge packed in after just 6 months because the previous fitter didn't include breathing space. It overheated and broke down.
Our ventilation solutions include:
- Hidden vents in plinths
- Rear cabinet cutouts
- Special grilles disguised in the design
- Calculated air flow pathways
Access and Door Clearance Planning
We think about how you'll use your kitchen every day. Doors need to open without banging into things, and you need space to stand while loading the dishwasher.
"Michael spent ages making sure our integrated fridge door wouldn't hit the wall when fully open. The last kitchen company never even thought about it!" - Tom from Sutton-in-Ashfield
We plan for:
- Full door opening arcs
- Comfortable access space
- Logical workflow between appliances
- Future access for repairs
Heat Management Solutions
Ovens, microwaves, and even some fridges create heat that needs managing. Our heat management includes:
- Insulated cabinet sections
- Strategic air gaps
- Heat-resistant materials
- Heat dissipation design
Utility Connection Accessibility
Nothing worse than a leak or fault you can't get to! We make sure all connections can be reached without major dismantling.
For the Johnsons in Alfreton, we created a clever hidden access panel behind their integrated dishwasher. When they had a small leak, the plumber could fix it in 10 minutes without removing anything!
Future Replacement Allowances
Appliances don't last forever. We design our housing so you can replace appliances without ripping out the whole kitchen.
"When our integrated washing machine died after 5 years, we were worried we'd need a new cabinet too. But Michael had designed it so we could fit any standard size machine. Genius!" - Lisa from Mansfield
Integration Methods
Full Concealment Behind Matching DoorsThe most popular choice! We create or source doors that perfectly match your kitchen units, making appliances disappear completely. For Mrs. Wilson in Rainworth, we made her small kitchen look much bigger by hiding the fridge, dishwasher and washing machine behind doors that matched her sage green shaker style cabinets. |
Semi-Integrated ApproachesSometimes you want to show a bit of your appliance. Semi-integration keeps control panels visible while framing the appliance beautifully. We did this for a customer in Kirkby-in-Ashfield who had a fancy coffee machine he wanted to show off, but still have it built in. We framed it with matching cabinetry while leaving the front visible. |
Feature Framing TechniquesMake a statement with your appliances! Some high-end ovens and wine coolers look best when framed as a feature. For a kitchen in Somercotes, we used contrasting cabinet colours to frame their range cooker, making it the star of the show. |
Appliance Grouping StrategiesGrouping similar appliances together creates a clean, organised look and simplifies plumbing and electrical requirements. "We love our appliance wall! Kudos grouped our ovens, microwave and coffee machine together with our tall fridge. It's so practical and looks amazing!" - The Wilsons from Mansfield |
Eye-Level vs. Under-Counter PositioningWhere should your appliances go? We help you decide based on:
For an elderly couple in Pleasley, we raised their dishwasher to reduce bending, while a tall family in Clay Cross got extra-height worktops with under-counter appliances. |
Technical Requirements
Power and Water Supply Planning
Getting the utilities right is key to a successful integrated kitchen. We work with qualified electricians like Andy and gas experts like Nick to make sure everything's safe and up to code.
"What impressed me most was how Kudos coordinated with other trades. The plumber and electrician knew exactly where to put connections for our integrated appliances." - David from Derby
We plan for:
- Correct electrical outlets and loads
- Water supply and drainage positioning
- Gas connections where needed
- Future access points
Ventilation System Integration
Beyond basic appliance venting, whole-kitchen airflow matters too. We consider:
- Extractor fan placement
- Air circulation paths
- Moisture control
- Heat distribution
Weight Support Structures
Integrated appliances can be heavy! Our cabinets are built strong, with:
- Reinforced bases for heavy appliances
- Proper wall fixings
- Load-distributing designs
- Anti-tip features for tall units
Heat Shielding Techniques
Protecting your kitchen from appliance heat is something we take seriously. We use:
- Heat-reflective barriers
- Insulated panels
- Strategic air gaps
- Heat-resistant materials
Maintenance Access Provisions
Every integrated kitchen we build includes thoughtful access for maintenance:
- Removable panels
- Access doors
- Pull-out frames
- Clear documentation of access points
Custom Housing Solutions
Non-Standard Size AccommodationGot a weird sized space or unusual appliance? No worries! Our team is up for any challenge. For the Taylors in Mansfield, we fitted an extra-tall American fridge into a space that was supposedly "too small" according to other kitchen companies. With clever cabinet design and some custom woodwork, we made it fit perfectly. |
Multiple Appliance GroupingsCreating banks of appliances takes skill and planning. We've designed beautiful appliance walls combining:
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Specialty Appliance SolutionsUnusual appliances need special attention. We've created custom housing for:
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Vintage and Unusual Appliance IntegrationLove your retro fridge but want it integrated? We can do that! "I thought I'd have to get rid of my 1950s style Smeg fridge, but Kudos built it into the kitchen so beautifully, it's now a feature!" - Lauren from Chesterfield |
Smart Appliance Connectivity PlanningModern smart appliances need data connections and sometimes special access. We plan for:
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Installation Process
Precise Measurement Requirements
Getting the sizes spot on is the difference between a perfect fit and a disaster. We take detailed measurements of:
- Appliance dimensions (not just the ones in the manual!)
- Space allowances for ventilation
- Clearances for doors and drawers
- Service access requirements
Cabinet Preparation Techniques
We prep all our cabinets properly in our workshop before they come to your home:
- Pre-cutting all service holes
- Reinforcing where needed
- Adding ventilation openings
- Fitting any special hardware
Secure Mounting Methods
Our integrated appliance housings are fixed securely in place:
- Wall fixings where appropriate
- Floor fixings for stability
- Inter-cabinet connections
- Anti-tip brackets for tall units
Door Alignment Procedures
Making those cabinet doors line up perfectly takes skill:
- Multi-directional hinges
- Fine adjustment procedures
- Custom spacers where needed
- Proper door balancing techniques
"The doors on our integrated appliances line up perfectly with the rest of the kitchen. Michael spent ages getting them just right!" - Jenny from Mansfield
Testing and Adjustment
We don't just fit and run. We test everything:
- Door swings for clearance
- Appliance function
- Ventilation effectiveness
- Stability under load
How much does integrated appliance housing cost?
The price depends on a few things:
- Size and number of appliances
- Materials chosen
- Complexity of integration
- Any special requirements
For a standard single appliance integration in Mansfield (like a dishwasher or fridge), prices start from £350 for the housing work (not including the appliance).
For custom solutions or multiple appliance banks, we provide detailed quotes after a free home visit. Most of our full kitchen projects in Mansfield with 4-5 integrated appliances range from £15,000-£25,000 total.
What are the benefits of integrated appliances?
Our customers love their integrated kitchens because:
- Everything looks neater and more streamlined
- The kitchen feels bigger and less cluttered
- It adds value to your home
- Appliances are protected from knocks and bumps
- The kitchen feels more custom and high-end
Are integrated appliances hard to repair?
Not if they're installed properly! We design all our integrated appliance housing with maintenance in mind:
- Easy access panels
- Proper service clearances
- Removable parts where needed
- Clear documentation
We've seen some terrible examples where other fitters essentially built appliances into walls with no way to service them. That's not how we work!
Do integrated appliances add value to a kitchen?
Absolutely! Estate agents in Mansfield tell us that integrated kitchens are a big selling point. Buyers love the clean, high-end look.
According to local real estate experts, a well-designed kitchen with quality integrated appliances can add 5-10% to your home's value.
Get Your Integrated Appliance Housing Quote
Ready to hide those bulky appliances and get a sleek, streamlined kitchen? Here's how to get started:
- Give us a call
- Book a free visit to our Mansfield showroom
- Arrange a home visit for detailed measurements
- Get a clear, detailed quote with no pushy sales tactics
"From the first phone call to the final inspection, Kudos Kitchens were brilliant. Michael and Emma really know their stuff about integrated appliances!" - The Jacksons, Mansfield
Visit our showroom in Mansfield to see examples of our integrated appliance housing, or check out our gallery for inspiration. We serve Mansfield, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Worksop, and surrounding areas.