Standard Dimensions for Cabinets and Furniture

Carpentry, Design and Decor, Kitchens and Baths by Ben Erickson

Dimensions for cabinets and furniture have been standardized over the years to fit the average size person. While you can customize furnishing to fit your own personal needs, here’s a list of commonly used dimensions to help you when planning your next project.

Kitchen Cabinets

  • Countertop: 25” deep x 36” high
  • Base cabinet: 24” deep x 34½” high
  • Base cabinet kick space: 3” deep x 4” high
  • Drawers: 4” high and up
  • Hanging cabinet: 12” deep x 30”- 42” high
  • Space between countertop and hanging cabinet: 18” high
  • Space between range top and hanging cabinet: 24” high
  • Distance between island and cabinets: 42” wide
  • Distance between island for walkway: 36” wide

Bathroom Makeover

Bathroom Vanity

  • Sink: 30” - 36” high
  • Vanity: 21”- 24” deep

Today’s Addition Project Completed

Furniture

  • Chair seat: 16”- 18” high
  • Coffee table: 18”- 28” wide x 16”-19” high
  • Desk: 24-30” wide x 28”- 30” high
  • Desk knee hole: 26”- 28” wide
  • Dining table: 36”- 42” wide x 29”- 32” high

Mattress Sizes

  • Single (twin): 75” long x 39” wide
  • Single (twin) extra long: 80” long x 39” wide
  • Double (full): 75” long x 54” wide
  • Queen: 80” long x 60” wide
  • King: 80” long x 76” wide
  • California King: 84” long x 72” wide

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