What should I check for a bench near a sink or dishwasher?

Identify where splashes and cleaning water will reach, including beneath the top. Confirm that the exact model's top, shelf, legs and reinforcement suit that exposure and your cleaning products. Follow the supplier's care instructions.

700mm Deep Stainless Steel Benches | Flat & Splashback Options for Commercial Kitchens

Choosing a 700mm-deep workbench

Check that a 700mm-deep bench leaves enough room to work and move through the kitchen. Measure the available length, delivery access and clearance around nearby doors before choosing a model.

Compare four 1200mm-wide options

These Modular Systems models all list dimensions of 1200 × 700 × 900mm (W × D × H). Their construction and configuration differ.

Same listed dimensions, different bench configurations
Model	Listed construction or configuration	Selection check
1200-7-WB	1.2mm 304 stainless steel top, galvanised steel undershelf and adjustable legs.	Check the undershelf material as well as the top when specifying the bench.
1200-7-WBB	Table with splashback; the product page lists 304-grade stainless steel.	Check the splashback height and its position against wall fittings.
WB7-1200/A	Stainless steel worktop, legs and reinforced solid undershelf; the worktop is 1.2mm thick.	Compare this construction with the galvanised undershelf on the 1200-7-WB.
WBM7-1200/A	Mobile workbench with a 304 stainless top, 201 stainless undershelf and legs, and galvanised top reinforcement.	If the bench needs to move, confirm castor locking and load limits for the intended use.

Plan the working sides and cleaning access

For a wall position, check whether you need a splashback. For an island, consider which sides staff need to reach across; an upstand changes that access. Confirm levelling and leave access for cleaning around and beneath the bench.

Before placing equipment on the top, confirm the exact bench's load rating and the equipment footprint. A matching depth or a reinforced shelf does not establish suitability for a heavy mixer.

Frequently asked questions

How much deeper is 700mm compared with 600mm?

A 700mm bench is 100mm deeper. Allow for that extra depth in the aisle layout, and measure your boards, bowls and equipment to check how they will fit on the top.

Should I choose a splashback for an island bench?

Decide which sides need unobstructed access. A splashback creates an upstand along one edge, so check its position against the way staff will use the island. For a wall bench, check its height against sockets and other fittings.

How much weight can a 700mm-deep bench support?

Confirm the exact model's rated worktop and shelf loads before ordering. Include the equipment, ingredients and stored items in your calculation. For a mixer, also confirm suitability for vibration and the way its feet distribute the load.

Does a 304 stainless steel top mean the whole bench is 304?

No. The 1200-7-WB lists a 304 stainless steel top with a galvanised steel undershelf. The WBM7-1200/A lists a 304 top, 201 stainless undershelf and legs, and galvanised top reinforcement. Check the component materials for the exact model.

Expert Insights

Technical depth from KW's commercial kitchen specialists.