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Abstract

To provide a counter capable of preventing water from dropping from a user's side while improving design.SOLUTION: A counter 1 has: a flat first flat surface part 21 which has a front end 10a to be an end part on the side where a user is positioned when using and a rear end 10b opposite the front end 10a and extends from the front end 10a backward at a prescribed distance D1; an inclined surface part 4 which extends from the first flat surface part 21 backward in succession and inclines downward; and a second flat surface part 3 extending from back of the inclined surface part 4 to the rear end 10b side. Preferentially, the inclined surface part 4 inclines within a range from 1 to 5 degrees with respect to the first flat surface part 21 from an inclined surface front end 4a to an inclined surface rear end 4b.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 3

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a counter.

Background Art

[0002] Conventionally, a sink is provided in a counter such as a kitchen cabinet and is configured to perform work using water. In order to prevent water splashed on the flat surface of the counter around the sink from dripping downward from the edge of the counter, a bulging portion for blocking water is provided at the front end of the flat plate-shaped counter (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0003]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] If the counter is composed only of a flat surface without a bulging portion, water is likely to fall forward. However, if the bulging portion is formed at the front end of the counter, a barrier feeling that makes it difficult to reach the working surface of the counter is generated. For this reason, there is a demand for a counter that improves the design so as not to generate a barrier feeling and is difficult for water to fall.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0005] The present invention relates to a counter having a front end that is an end on the side where the user is located during use and a rear end facing the front end, the counter having a flat first plane portion extending rearward from the front end by a predetermined distance, an inclined surface portion continuously extending rearward from the first plane portion and inclined downward, and a second plane portion extending from the rear of the inclined surface portion toward the rear end side.

Effects of the Invention

[0006] According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a counter with improved design while preventing water from dripping downward from the counter. [Brief description of the drawings]

[0007] [Figure 1] FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing the counter of the present embodiment. [Diagram 2] FIG. 2 is a plan view showing the counter of the present embodiment. [Diagram 3] 3 is a cross-sectional view taken along line AA in FIG. 2. [Figure 4] 3 is a cross-sectional view of FIG. 2 taken along line B-B. [Diagram 5] FIG. 2 is a side view of the counter of the present embodiment. [Figure 6] FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram illustrating a state of use. [Figure 7] FIG. 13 is a plan view showing a counter according to another embodiment. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0008] Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. The counter 1 of this embodiment is a counter 1 that constitutes the upper surface of a system kitchen that is placed in a kitchen or the like. In this specification, "front" refers to the side of the counter 1 where a user is positioned when using the counter 1 and that is closest to the user, and "back" refers to the side opposite to the front. Furthermore, "left and right" refers to the left and right directions as viewed from the front of the counter 1. As shown in Figs. 1 and 2, a sink 7 and a cooking device 8 are placed on the counter 1. In Fig. 2, the faucet is omitted. Although not shown, the counter 1 is placed on the upper surface of a cabinet that can store tableware, foodstuffs, etc., and is supported by the cabinet.

[0009] The counter 1 has a rectangular top panel 10 in plan view, and a plywood reinforcing plate 11 (see Figs. 5 and 6) arranged on the underside of the top panel 10. As shown in Figs. 1 and 2, the top panel 10 has a front end 10a, a rear end 10b, an outer periphery 2, a working section 3, an inclined surface section 4, and a step section 5. The front end 10a is the end on the side where a user sits when using the counter, and is one side edge extending along the longitudinal direction of the top panel 10. The rear end 10b is the end opposite the front end 10a, and is the other side edge extending along the longitudinal direction of the top panel 10. The top panel 10 is formed of, for example, artificial marble.

[0010] As shown in Fig. 2, the outer periphery 2 is a flat surface that extends a predetermined distance inward from the outer edge of the counter 1 and is formed in a frame shape on the upper surface of the counter 1 along the outer edge. As shown in Fig. 5, the outer periphery 2 is formed approximately horizontally and approximately parallel to the installation surface. The outer periphery 2 has a front outer periphery 21, a rear outer periphery 22, a left outer periphery 23, a right outer periphery 24, and a front hanging portion 25 as a first flat portion.

[0011] FIG. 3 is a partial cross-sectional view of the top plate 10 taken along line AA in FIG. 3, the front outer periphery 21 extends rearward from the front end of the tabletop 10 by a predetermined distance D1 in a vertical cross-sectional view of the counter 1. The predetermined distance D1 is, for example, about 20 mm to 30 mm from an imaginary line extending vertically from the front end of the tabletop 10. The front outer periphery 21 extends inward from the outer edge of the tabletop 10 by a shorter distance than the rear outer periphery 22, the left outer periphery 23, and the right outer periphery 24. 3, the rear outer peripheral portion 22 extends forward from the rear end of the tabletop 10 by a predetermined distance D2. The predetermined distance D2 is, for example, about 100 mm to 400 mm, and may vary depending on the size of the tabletop 10 and the like. This is subject to change depending on the design. 2, the left outer periphery 23 and the right outer periphery 24 extend inward a predetermined distance D3 from the left and right ends of the tabletop 10. The predetermined distance D3 is, for example, about 100 mm to 400 mm, and can be changed as appropriate depending on the size and design of the tabletop 10.

[0012] The front hanging portion 25 hangs down from the front end of the front outer periphery 21. The front hanging portion 25 is inclined slightly outwardly and forward from the front end of the front outer periphery 21. The angle of inclination θ1 is approximately 2 degrees or less with respect to the vertical direction. Since the front hanging portion 25 hangs down while inclining outward, it is formed so that even if water were to spill from the front outer periphery 21, the water would not get inside the cabinet located below the counter 1.

[0013] As shown in Figs. 2 and 3, the working unit 3 is disposed inside the outer peripheral portion 2, and is a surface that extends substantially horizontally and substantially parallel to the installation surface such as a floor. The working unit 3 constitutes the second flat surface of the present invention. The working unit 3 is located below the outer peripheral portion 2, and specifically, for example, is located approximately 3.5 mm to 2.5 mm vertically below the outer peripheral portion 2. As shown in Fig. 2, a cooking device 8 is disposed on the left side of the working unit 3, and a sink 7 is disposed on the right side, and the space between the cooking device 8 and the sink 7 provides a cooking work space.

[0014] The inclined surface portion 4 is located between the outer peripheral portion 2 and the working portion 3, and is formed in a frame shape on the inner circumference of the outer peripheral portion 2 as shown in FIG. 2. The inclined surface portion 4 is continuously inclined downward from the end portion on the inner circumference side of the outer peripheral portion 2. The inclination angle θ2 of the inclined surface portion 4 is, for example, within a range of 1 degree to 5 degrees, preferably 2 degrees to 4 degrees, and more preferably about 3 degrees. The inclined surface portion 4 is formed with a distance D4 from the end portion of the inclined surface portion 4 that contacts the outer peripheral portion 2 to the end portion on the working portion 3 side. As shown in FIG. 2 and FIG. 3, for example, the distance D4 from the inclined surface front end 4a of the inclined surface portion 4 that contacts the front outer peripheral portion 21 to the inclined surface rear end 4b on the working portion 3 side is about 30 mm to 50 mm, preferably 35 mm to 45 mm, and more preferably about 40 mm.

[0015] 3, the inclined surface portion 4 at the front of the tabletop 10 extends rearward continuously from the front outer periphery 21 and is inclined downward. Between the inclined surface front end 4a of the inclined surface portion 4 and the inclined surface rear end 4b, the inclined surface portion 4 extends while inclining at the above-mentioned range of 1 to 5 degrees with respect to the outer periphery 2. From the rear of the inclined surface portion 4, the working unit 3 extends toward the rear end 10b of the counter 1.

[0016] The step portion 5 is disposed between the end of the inclined surface portion 4 on the working unit 3 side and the working unit 3, and connects the inclined surface portion 4 and the working unit 3. The step portion 5 is formed in a frame shape on the inner circumference of the inclined surface portion 4. The step portion 5 is inclined at an angle θ3 larger than that of the inclined surface portion 4. Specifically, the step portion 5 connects between the end of the inclined surface portion 4 on the working unit 3 side and the working unit 3 while inclining at an angle of 40 degrees to 50 degrees, preferably about 45 degrees. The step portion 5 is formed with a difference in height H of about 0.5 mm to 1.5 mm, preferably about 0.8 mm to 1.2 mm, between the end of the inclined surface portion 4 on the working unit 3 side and the working unit 3. FIG. 4 is a cross-sectional view showing the left outer periphery 23 of the top plate 10, the inclined surface portion 4, and the working unit 3. As shown in FIG. 3 and FIG. 4, the inclined surface portion 4 and the step portion 5 have the same configuration in the rear and left and right directions of the top plate 10, so a description thereof will be omitted.

[0017] 5, the side surfaces of the tabletop 10 and the reinforcing plate 11 are covered with a covering member and the ends are processed. For example, the same material as the tabletop 10 may be cut out and attached to the side surfaces of the tabletop 10 and the reinforcing plate 11.

[0018] With reference to FIG. 6, the state of use of the counter 1 will be described. If the counter is constructed only of a flat surface as in the past, water will drip from the front side. Also, when a cutting board 91 is placed on the flat surface of a substantially horizontal counter and work is performed, the water that has flowed behind the cutting board 91 will splash around or the cutting board 91 will move. If a bulge is provided at the front end of the counter to prevent water from dripping, the hand will reach the working part over the bulge, creating a barrier feeling as if there is an obstacle in front. Also, when the cutting board 91 is placed on the bulge, the inclination becomes steep and the sense of stability is lost. In this embodiment, the front outer periphery 21 is flat, so no barrier feeling is created. Since the inclination angle of the inclined surface portion 4 is very small, the cutting board 91 can be stably placed from the inclined surface portion 4 to the working part 3. The gap G formed between the inclined surface portion 4 and the working part 3 allows the water that has flowed behind the cutting board 91 to move, so water does not splash around the periphery of the cutting board 91. When the cutting board 91 is placed on the inclined surface portion 4, water on the cutting board 91 falls onto the working portion 3 due to the inclination, making work easier.

[0019] According to this embodiment, the following effects are achieved. The counter 1 has a front end 10a, which is the end on the side where the user is positioned during use, and a rear end 10b opposite the front end 10a. The counter 1 includes a front outer periphery 21 extending rearward from the front end 10a by a predetermined distance D1, an inclined surface portion 4 extending rearward continuously from the front outer periphery 21 and inclining downward, and a working portion 3 extending from the rear of the inclined surface portion 4 toward the rear end 10b. The flat front outer periphery 21 extends from the front end 10a of the counter 1. This allows easy access to the working portion 3 without creating a sense of barrier. In addition, since the inclined surface portion 4 is inclined downward continuously from the front outer periphery 21 to the rear, water is less likely to fall from the front outer periphery 21 to the front. This improves the design while making it less likely for water to spill.

[0020] According to this embodiment, the inclined surface portion 4 is inclined within a range of 1 to 5 degrees with respect to the front outer periphery 21 from the inclined surface front end 4a to the inclined surface rear end 4b. The inclination of the inclined surface portion causes water to flow toward the working unit 3, but since the inclination angle is extremely gentle at 1 to 5 degrees with respect to the front outer periphery 21, there is little discomfort caused by the inclination when placing the cutting board 91 on the inclined surface portion 4 or processing ingredients. This increases convenience.

[0021] According to this embodiment, the inclined surface portion 4 is configured so that the distance from the inclined surface front end 4a to the inclined surface rear end 4b is within a range of 30 mm to 50 mm. Since the length of the inclined surface portion 4 in the front-to-rear direction is within a range of 30 mm to 50 mm, it is possible to secure a large area for the flat working portion 3, making cooking work on the counter 1 easier.

[0022] According to this embodiment, the inclined surface portion 4 is disposed between the inclined surface portion 4 and the working portion 3, and further includes a step portion 5 that connects the inclined surface portion 4 and the working portion 3. By disposing the step portion 5 between the inclined surface portion 4 and the working portion 3, it is possible to make the inclination angle of the inclined surface portion 4 gentle while increasing the height difference between the end of the inclined surface portion 4 on the outer periphery portion 2 side and the end on the working portion 3 side, which makes it easier to flow water from the inclined surface portion 4 toward the working portion 3 side.

[0023] According to this embodiment, the counter is formed including the front outer periphery 21 and further includes a flat outer periphery 2 formed in a frame shape along the outer edge of the counter 1. The inclined surface portion 4 is formed in a frame shape inside the outer periphery 2. With the outer periphery 2 formed in a frame shape along the outer edge of the counter 1 and the inclined surface portion 4 formed inside the outer periphery 2, water is less likely to spill outside the counter 1, improving workability on the counter 1. The design is such that the outer periphery 2 and the inclined surface portion 4 form a double frame, providing excellent design.

[0024] The present disclosure is not limited to the above embodiment, and modifications, improvements, etc. within the scope of achieving the object of the present disclosure are included in the present disclosure. FIG. 7 is a plan view showing a counter 1A of another embodiment. As shown in FIG. 7, the rear peripheral portion 22A is formed to have a larger area than the embodiment described above. The dimensions of the counter 1A itself, and the ratios and dimensions of the peripheral portion 2, the inclined surface portion 4, and the working portion 3 may be changed as appropriate. In addition, the widths of the left peripheral portion 23 and the right peripheral portion 24 may differ depending on the design. The counter 1 is not limited to only kitchen counters, and may be used for washstands, etc. In addition, although the material constituting the top plate 10 has been described using artificial marble as an example, there is no particular limitation as long as the material can realize the above shape. [Explanation of symbols]

[0025] 1 Counter 2 Outer periphery 3 Working part (second plane part) 4 Slope section 5 Step 4a Front edge of inclined surface 4b Rear end of inclined surface 10a front end 10b rear end 21 Front outer periphery (first plane part)

Claims

1. A counter having a front end which is an end portion on which a user is positioned when in use, and a rear end opposite the front end, A flat first planar portion extending rearward a predetermined distance from the front end; an inclined surface portion extending rearward continuously from the first flat portion and inclined downward; a second flat surface portion extending from a rear of the inclined surface portion toward the rear end side, A counter, wherein the front-to-rear distance of the inclined surface portion is longer than the distance of the first flat surface portion, and the inclined surface portion is inclined within a range of 1 degree to 5 degrees with respect to the first flat surface portion between the front end of the inclined surface and the rear end of the inclined surface.

2. The counter according to claim 1, wherein the inclined surface portion has a distance from the front end of the inclined surface to the rear end of the inclined surface within a range of 30 mm to 50 mm.

3. The counter according to claim 1 or 2, further comprising a step portion disposed between the inclined surface portion and the second flat surface portion, the step portion connecting the inclined surface portion and the second flat surface portion.

4. The counter further includes a flat outer peripheral portion formed to include the first planar portion and to have a frame-like shape along the outer edge of the counter, The counter according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the inclined surface portion is formed in a frame shape inside the outer periphery.

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