Keeping your kitchen tidy is much more manageable when you pair cleaning regularly with a smart organization strategy. Whether you have ample cabinet and shelf space or are working with limited room, there are plenty of clever organizing hacks to help you make the most of the storage space in your rental home’s kitchen.
The first thing to know about organizing a kitchen is that there should be a clear separation between the items you keep in your upper, lower, and shelves. Upper cabinets are perfect for storing pretty dishes or glassware, and you could even display them on open shelves for a decorative touch. When it comes to food storage, it’s essential to organize all your food items by grouping items according to food or container type. Heavier items such as pots and pans, or cleaning supplies, belong in the lower cabinets, and don’t forget to install cabinet locks for safety.
Maximizing Space with Organizers
Once you’ve sorted out where to place your items, the next step is to create an effective organizational strategy. The simplest approach is often the most effective. Invest in silverware trays for utensils, knife blocks, and spice racks to help organize your kitchen. Keeping your spice cabinet in order ensures that your favorite spices are easily accessible while pushing lesser-used items further back.
Repurpose Everyday Items for Storage
If standard kitchen organizers are too limiting or expensive, consider repurposing other types of organizers for use in the kitchen. For example, a simple magazine holder can also be used to store random items. They could also be used to organize cleaning supplies, with the most frequently used items placed in the front.
Another office-to-kitchen crossover item is the file folder. If you can locate an inexpensive large metal file organizer, it could be placed in a cabinet to keep baking pans, lids, and other loose items neat. Use a rubber-backed shelf liner or hook-and-loop tape to keep the file rack in place.
Creative Canned Food Storage
It can be hard to keep things neat and easy to see when it comes to canned foods. Wire shelves made for closets can be used to organize canned goods. Wire closet shelving usually has a lip on the bottom that, when turned 45 degrees, can be used as a great cabinet rack. As a can is used, the ones that are left will move down, making it easy to quickly check your stock. No more looking for lost cans or wondering what’s in that jumbled cabinet with this easy hack.
Use Tension Rods and Repurposed Items for Cleaner Cabinets
To help keep cleaning products organized, install a tension rod inside your lower cabinet. You can hang spray bottles and other items, which keeps your items off the cabinet floor and makes them easily accessible.
By focusing on organizing kitchen shelves and cabinets, you can create a functional, efficient space that also prevents you from buying unnecessary items. With the right techniques, it’s easy to design the organized kitchen you’ve always wanted.
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