With all those shiny new electrical appliances jostling for prime benchtop space in a kitchen renovation, correct power-point placement is far from a haphazard art. Careful planning is paramount.
Electrician Craig Degruyter says that when you begin thinking about a kitchen renovation you should start with placing power points for the three main kitchen appliances - the microwave, dishwasher and rangehood.
"Quite often, there's also a power point near the pantry for a kettle and toaster. Then there are generally two or three double power points above the benchtops for general use, depending on the size of the kitchen. It's a good idea to put a power point on the side of an island bench, too, so you have the flexibility to use any appliances you wish."