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  "name": "How do I know if my kitchen has enough space for an island?",
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      "name": "How do I know if my kitchen has enough space for an island?",
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        "text": "To add a functional kitchen island, your room generally needs at least 36 to 42 inches of clear walkway space on all sides, with 48 inches preferred for multi-cook kitchens. This clearance ensures that oven doors, dishwashers, and low pull-out cabinets can open fully without blocking passage. If your existing room width is too narrow, an island will obstruct everyday movement. In tighter spaces, practical alternatives include a peninsula layout, which provides extra prep counter space and seating without requiring two separate walking aisles.",
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        "description": "You need at least 36 to 42 inches of open aisle space around all sides of an island so appliances and cabinet doors can open without restricting traffic flow."
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  "description": "You need at least 36 to 42 inches of open aisle space around all sides of an island so appliances and cabinet doors can open without restricting traffic flow."
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