How to Optimize Your Kitchen Space: 13 storage tips and steps to get organized!
by Karine Lemoine
At home, there are many tasks!
Between daily cleaning, meals, work, work, children, outdoor activities, the agenda is full!
We easily accumulate objects in places, in all rooms so that we start to be invaded.
As a result, you can quickly feel overwhelmed and frustrated due to lack of time. Besides, it's not necessarily on the list of our priorities.
Sometimes it's good to sit down and gather your courage in both hands to tackle a thorough cleaning. Especially in the kitchen, where you spend half of your time. But where do you start?
We can help you see things more clearly. We show you in this article how to organize your kitchen in a simple and effective way.
All you have to do is get down to it, cut off your phone and roll up your sleeves.
Rediscover the pleasure of simmering small dishes in a clean and tidy kitchen!
Once decided you will get pure satisfaction. You will even be surprised to see the benefits that you can derive from it on a daily basis in saving time and in comfort.
Discover13 storage tips to improve your daily life in the kitchen. These tips are valid for large and small kitchens alike. Without further ado, find our selection of the must-haves we love for optimize space in the kitchen.
We also share with you5 steps to follow to find a functional kitchen in no time.
Let's go!
The 13 kitchen storage tips to make your life easier and avoid clutter on a daily basis.
Tip 1: Save space in storage cupboards.
Tefal Ingenio Expertise Set of 2 Frying Pans 24/28 cm
The stackable pans and pots with removable handles can be a real space saver in the kitchen. No more closet clutter and Pans and pots that can be stored in any way! Each piece is integrated in order of size.
The handles are removable, they avoid taking up unnecessary space and allow a double function of using the pots and pans on the fire but also in the oven. So they can Replace oven-baked dishes! The containers can be used as fridge meal storage, it's an interesting 3 in 1 option!
Consumer reviews
- The heat from the pan is well distributed and it doesn't stick.
- They are sturdy and of good quality.
- Storage is easy and the space saving is significant.
- The non-stick coating requires you to be careful and not to use metal utensils.
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Tip 2: Free up space for circulation in the kitchen.
GROHE Indoor under sink trash can
Leave the sorting bins in the garage or outside near the kitchen if possible. They do not bring aesthetics to the kitchen and especially interfere with good circulation in the kitchen. Opt for a Food waste bin under the sink to Save space and for more convenience to throw away the peelings. No pedals to press, no lid to lift! This sliding trash can is really a daily comfort, it is more guaranteed cleanliness and an ease in changing trash bags. Just under the sink, we thus avoid trips and unnecessary dirt on the floor, it's great and with double compartment!
Consumer reviews
- This pull-out trash can is practical and functional, it takes up little space.
- It is easy to install.
- The amortization mechanism is practical.
- 30 liters is a bit tight for a large family.
Tip 3: Clear the work surfaces
Wall mounted microwave shelf
Small or large kitchen, you can very quickly clutter the countertops, which becomes impractical to cook with ease.
This wall shelf is a real storage solution for free up the worktop.
In height, you can place the microwave there, then below a sub-shelf and finally hooks to hang kitchen utensils or cutting board.
We dress the empty walls of the kitchen aesthetically and we gain in space comfort!
Consumer reviews
- The microwave shelf is a space saver for small kitchens.
- I don't like to see the microwave in the kitchen, it's not very aesthetic.
Tip 4: Organize the storage in your food cupboards to see more clearly and store well.
Pack of 10, Sealed Plastic Food Containers with Lid
These storage boxes will allow you to Store in an organized way your flours, oilseeds, legumes and many other foods. It is a must for organizing groceries in the kitchen! No more half-opened packages of flour or pasta that spills over in the cupboard. With the acquisition of these boxes, you have your groceries available and organized with the small labels included to note foods. They are plastic food boxes that are BPA-free (Bisphenol A, a chemical used in the manufacture of plastic) and therefore safe for health. They ensure the lifespan of your food because the boxes each have their own airtight lids. Ideally, it is convenient to assign the same box for each ingredient once and for all.
Consumer reviews
- These boxes are very pretty and practical.
- They are solid and above all airtight.
- They are lighter than glass jars.
- The plastic is not as transparent as in the photos.
- I prefer glass containers.
Tip 5:Organize your refrigerator and identify use-by dates just like in your cupboards.
Special fridge storage boxes
The “special fridge” storage boxes are very practical, with their handle, for compartmentalize foods by product family, yogurts with yogurts, cheeses together and so on. No more food that is piled up and ends up in the trash due to lack of visibility and the expired date. We organize ourselves in such a way as to find food more easily and save time. Your fridge will thus be tidy and more hygienic with these resin boxes without BPA (Bisphenol A, a chemical product often used in the manufacture of plastic). What a satisfaction to see your fridge tidy like in the supermarket!
Consumer reviews
- The storage bins can be stacked which is practical.
- The depth of the bins is ideal for fridge storage.
- The bins cannot be washed in the dishwasher.
Tip 6: Manage meal leftovers or opened product packaging for better hygiene in the fridge and better management of products that have a short-term use-by date.
Set of 10 Glass Containers with Locking Clips for Food Storage
More boxes you will say but it is really an essential part of your organization. Glass boxes with clip-on lids are perfect for storing leftover meals, pre-cutting vegetables and keeping them in the freezer by limiting disposable films and plastic bags. This set of 10 boxes is not too much for ensure a rotation of your stocks.
Consumer reviews
- These containers are very practical and well airtight.
- The boxes are made of glass which prevents them from being impregnated with the smell of foods such as plastic.
- With these boxes, I avoid plastic film to protect the food.
- The containers fit the oven, freezer and In the microwave it's perfect.
- Glass containers are more fragile than plastic.
Tip 7:Avoid the mess with stoves, facilitate access and avoid damaging them.
Kitchen Storage with 8 Adjustable Compartments
You are already equipped with cookware but you accumulate pots and pans as best you can in the closet. Going for a frying pan becomes a real obstacle course to retrieve it at the bottom of the pile. With the storage of pots and pans, you will make your daily life easier and save time.
We take care of our equipment, We avoid coating scratches by organizing your pots and pans as you like since this rack is adaptable to the measurements of your utensils.
Consumer reviews
- You can adjust the space as you want, it's perfect.
- The rack is sturdy and easy to assemble.
- This rack is too big for my closets, I still need adequate space.
Tip 8:Organize your spices and make them accessible
Spice shelf
No more looking for spices in the back of the cupboard, with this shelf, Your spices will be available. This shelf can be hung on the wall but also on the inside of a door, which makes it very practical.
Consumer reviews
- You can put a lot of spice jars, it's practical.
- This shelf is a real space saver and spices are more accessible.
- The color is not great, too bad it's not wooden.
Tip 9: For smaller sinks or to save space near the sink
Dish Drainer, Two Tier Rack
A 7-in-1 rack is great! You can store your small dishes, your cutlery, store the knives, hang your utensils, store your detergents to free the sink, put away your cutting board, store some fruit. This rack is really very practical especially for small kitchens. In addition, it dresses the sink in an aesthetic way. Another accessory that Improves storage and organization in the kitchen. Attention, measure your sink and faucet dimensions carefully before considering the layout of a rack!
Consumer reviews
- This rack is useful and practical on a daily basis.
- The rack is sturdy and easy to assemble.
- The size of the rack is adjustable in extension, which is nice.
- You should check your dimensions carefully before buying this rack as it is not suitable for all types of sinks and faucets.
Tip 10: Organize the cans in the same place
Storage holder
This type of support is very practical for stacking cans or even plates. We recover space in height for more space in the cupboards. Once again, we optimize the space as much as possible, we give space back to the kitchen. Storage becomes clearer and everything is in its place, no need to search, you avoid wasting time.
Consumer reviews
- I am going to buy several because it is perfect for optimizing closet space.
- This rack is pretty discreet in the closet.
- The rack is not very aesthetic made of iron.
Tip 11: Gain storage on lost space
The door organizer
If you are lucky enough to have a grocery store to store your food and especially a door on which you can hang this shelf, you are certainly optimizing door space that is wasted unnecessarily.
Consumer reviews
- This shelf is very practical behind the door, it is a real space saver.
- It is very big, you can put a lot of things in it.
- The shelf should not be overloaded with weight.
Tip 12: Add worktops for better comfort in the kitchen
folding wall mount
This folding wall mount will bring you No more worktop for better comfort and better organization in the kitchen. This holder is waterproof and resistant to high temperatures. You can also fold it up on the wall when you don't need it. It is very practical!
Consumer reviews
- The work stand is very practical and can be folded up when not in use.
- It is a good way to save space for cooking, it is more comfortable for small kitchens.
- This support requires drilling holes in the walls.
Tip 13: Access closet heights with ease and make use of all your closets
The 2-step stool
The 2-step stool is practical for easy access to kitchen heights. To facilitate comfort in the kitchen, we will organize what we use most often available in the accessible cupboards. The objects that are used less often can be stored on heights, which are sometimes impractical because they are difficult to access. This type of stool will easily allow you to use yourself in the upper cupboards.
Consumer reviews
- This small stool is very convenient for accessing my kitchen cupboards and does not take up much space.
- Unfortunately, the 2 steps are not enough for my high cupboards.
The big day for the thorough cleaning in the kitchen has arrived. Let's go! Where do you start organizing your kitchen?
The 5 steps to get organized in the kitchen
1. Clear all the food cupboards on the table
Check the use-by dates in the process.
Am I going to use this product that has been stored in the closet for a while? I am planning a few menus to use the products that have been around for a long time.
2.I organize food products by categories:
- Breakfast, confectionery, drinks, tea, coffee.
- Tin cans.
- Cereals and starches.
- Seasonings and condiments.
- Spices.
3. Cleaning closets and drawers
4. The storage is reorganized according to the workstations. For example, next to the fire, all pots and pans are available.
The utensils that I use the least often I store them high up, the most frequent utensils accessible quickly.
5. I manage to clear the work surfaces as much as possible. There should only be a few electronic devices left, such as coffee makers, that we use every day.
Everything has its place and its place in everything!And that's it!
Rediscover the pleasure of simmering small dishes and preparing them in the kitchen more easily!
Storage and organization is a real space saver and a real gain in cooking time. especially when we have a busy agenda.
Working organized with space is more secure, and a work surface that is as clear as possible to be able to spread out, a less cluttered and more aesthetic kitchen, it is more motivating to prepare good meals for family or friends!
That's it, I hope that these tips will help you improve your comfort in the kitchen on a daily basis.
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