Organized Living: Creating Harmony in Your Kitchen
As much as you love your kitchen, you may find yourself wishing it were organized a little better. Do you have problems finding the right pots and pans when cooking? Maybe you feel like you never have enough space to put away all the dishes you wash. Not only can this affect the way you feel about your kitchen, but it can also leave you feeling frustrated and annoyed. Add harmony to your kitchen with some handy kitchen organization tips.
Add a pantry
A hidden pantry is a solid choice if you have the space. Many stores sell pantry cabinets that give you more organization space. You can put one together in under an hour and tuck it away in a corner or put it against the wall. A cabinet with adjustable shelves allows you to change the height to accommodate big pans, spice jars, bakeware, and much more. Companies like 365 Renovations can help if you decide to build a new pantry, too.
Change the positions
One reason you have a hard time finding the right item in your cabinet might be that you put things wherever they fit or wherever you find room. Change things up by changing the positions you use. Clear out the cabinets, and set things into different piles. Use one pile for dishes, utensils, and anything else you use every day. The other piles can include formal or party dishes and other things that you use once a week, once a month, or less often. Put these items on the higher shelves and in the back of cabinets, reserving the space in the front for your everyday essentials.
Use wasted space
The chances are good that you have some wasted space in your kitchen, like hard-to-reach areas. Turntables are a great option for corners. They are easy to install and spin to help you find things hidden in the back. Add containers inside the cabinet doors for pot and pan lids or add the lids to storage containers. Your ideal kitchen may even include a hanging rack in the center of the room for pots and pans.
Consider organizers
Kitchen organizers come in multiple colors, sizes, and even shapes. Choose glass containers for cereal, crackers, and other things your family eats daily. They also work well for dry goods like sugar and flour. Larger bins fit on lower shelves and help you store special occasion items. You can even move those bins to your garage or basement to make your kitchen look cleaner. Talk with local experts like those at Closets and More about how you can use every space in your kitchen with the right organizers.
Don't settle for a kitchen that lacks the space and functionality you need. Use any of these tips to create harmony and usefulness. Check us out on Instagram and Facebook to discover even more tips on how to renovate and organize your kitchen.
