How to Measure Your Kitchen
Measuring your existing space prior to visiting your Kitchens Made Simple Designer will help to get the process started. Print the forms out on your computer, fill in the measurements and include them in your kitchen file. Your personal Kitchens Made Simple Designer can answer all your questions regarding options, sizes and availability. We will quickly turn your measurements and ideas into a beautiful rendering of your new kitchen. This service is free of charge and is just one more example of the personalized attention provided by Kitchens Made Simple.
Click here for printable measure forms (PDF 449KB - Right Click the link then Click "Save Target As" to download and save the form to your computer. Or, Right Click the link then Click “Print Target” to send the form to your printer. )
WALLS

- Measure the room wall to wall
- Record each dimension on your grid
- Measure walls at ceiling, center and floor to insure accuracy
WINDOWS
- Record the height, width and distance from the floor of each window
- Window measurements should be from the outside edge of trim
- If mounting window treatments on the outside of the window, allow for 3" (7.5cm) on each side
DOORS
- Measure doors in the same manner as windows
- Show the direction of door openings
- Note placement of door hinges and whether the door swings in or out
CEILING
- Measure the ceiling height
- Measure depth and height of soffit/bulkhead if applicable and record it on grid
APPLIANCES
- Clearly note the center locations of all appliances and fixtures on your grid
- Complete the appliance planner provided in this planner
OUTLET/PLUMBING
- Clearly note the center locations of plumbing, ventilation and natural gas supply (if applicable)
- Clearly note the center locations of telephone jacks, electrical outlets, cable locations and light fixtures
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