Generous worktop surfaces close to the hob and oven always give you somewhere to unload hot pots and dishes quickly and safely, preferably on a sturdy trivet. If you’re in the planning stages of a new kitchen, also make sure to place the sink and the cooking unit on the same side to avoid hot spills.

Mounting these latches on cabinets and drawers keeps curious children away from what’s inside. This is especially important for storage where you keep knives, dangerous liquids and other harmful things. Still, they’re easy enough to use for adults, so they won’t disrupt your flow too much when you’re cooking.

Remember to keep electric appliances and cables out of reach for small children. It’s also a good idea to plug any wall sockets you’re not using at the moment. These safety plugs are easy to install and remove with the enclosed tool and you can use them both in earthed and unearthed sockets.