Stay organized, cut down on clutter, and create more kitchen storage with these easy solutions.
Kitchen storage is a must-have on any home wishlist to keep your home functioning smoothly.
Bring in a Kitchen Island
Add some extra counter space to your kitchen by including aportable island.
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It’s a flexible kitchen organization idea that can be used wherever needed.
Plus, it’s perfect for smaller kitchens that can’t accommodate the size of a built-in island.
This kitchen organization idea will help streamline your space and free up cabinet space.
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Save Counter Space
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Get rid of aknife blockand install a magnetic knife holder.
Line up your cutlery from biggest to smallest, including everything from a butcher knife to a paring knife.
Organize Your Refrigerator
Keep the space insideyour refrigerator in orderwith a few easy kitchen organization ideas.
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Start by grouping foods by pop in, such as beverages, dairy products, leftovers, and produce.
Remember that you might adjust refrigerator shelves to accommodate different-sized items better.
Here, homeowners removed the corner door to make it easy to see what’s in the cabinet.
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Nestled next to the oven, it’s a perfectspot for pots and pans.
Or use a lazy Susan to store staple ingredients like sugar and flour for easy access when baking.
Look for Bonus Storage
Turn unused spacelike the roomy spot over your sinkinto extra storage.
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Anearby beverage fridgecompletes this wet bar area.
Add Open Shelves
Open shelving is a pretty and practical kitchen organization idea to utilize wall space.
Line the shelves with cookbooks, displays of attractive serving bowls and dishes, or stemware.
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Outfitting cabinets with pullout shelves is a smartalternative to a full-size pantry.
The raised edges on these shelves keep boxes and bags upright, organized, and accessible.
Upgrade an Island
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Boost kitchen storage by adding shelves or niches.
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The side of an island or cabinet is a prime spot fordisplaying kitchen collectiblesor storing cookbooks.
Adding onto an existing island will also extend your available prep space.
Tension rods are a great way to hang bottles and sprays.
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This freestanding armoire houses delicate dishware in a transitional kitchen while lending warmth and charm.
The piece fits into a corner niche, so it doesn’t impede traffic flow.
Store China in Drawers
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Here, a drawer has been outfitted withpegboard inserts.
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Don’t Forget Inside Cabinet Doors
Attach racks to theinside of cabinet doorsto boost kitchen storage.
Be sure to allow enough clearance to activate the doors to close completely.
A narrow rack like this one is ideal for keeping small jars in order.
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Put Walls to Work
Turn a bare section of wall into a storage center.
Pegboard provides an easy way to keep kitchen tools handy.
Use a combination of hooks and pegs to hang cookware,cutting boards, utensils, and more.
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Use the Toe-Kick
This narrow strip between the cabinets and the floor is called a toe-kick.
Typically, this spot amounts to wasted space.
Put this area to work by installing a shallow drawer.
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Use this kitchen organization idea to house kids’craft suppliesor serving dishes and baking pans.
Build Storage into Seating
Turn unused space belowa built-in banquetteinto storage.
Deep drawers are a convenient spot to store extra table linens, placemats, and napkins.
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For an open storage option, build cubbies or shelves into the area below the seat.
Sort Your Freezer
Sort your freezer with ideas that make use of every inch of shelf space.
Keep small adhesive labels and a permanent marker on hand to label individual containers.
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This simple DIY project creates instant organization and utilizes small, otherwise wasted spaces.
Streamline a Coffee Station
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Make mornings easier withan all-in-one coffee station.
If you don’t have a drawer to spare, consideroutfitting a cabinet with pullout shelvesthat function similarly.
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Add Function to an Island
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Would a smidge of extra work space be helpful?
Choose adjustable inserts for added flexibility, orcreate custom drawer organizersthat fit your drawer’s exact dimensions.
Consider a two-tiered system to double the storage capacity.
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Keep small baking supplies likecookie cutters, cupcake liners, and sprinkles in baskets or nearby drawers.
Organize a collection of nesting mixing bowls orsmall applianceswith a system of cubbies.
Add baskets or bins to hold items and create a streamlined look.
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Tuck in the necessary attachments and manuals for each appliance so everything is on hand.
Use Labels
For at-a-glance organizations, rely on clear containers andeasy-to-read labels.
Store dry goods in clear containers so it’s easy to see what you have.
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Put similar items, like packaged snacks and bread, together and keep them in baskets with labels.
A two-tier system works well for storing lids near their corresponding pots.
Alternatively, slide in a movable cart with shelves to accommodate cooking equipment.
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Shallow drawers keep tablecloths, placemats, and napkins organized.
Keep these items out of the way until your next big gathering or family holiday.
Round Up Your Recycling
A two-bin unitlets you sort recyclablesand trash, then conceal them behind doors.
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Blending cabinetry with a surrounding fridge or dishwasher allows you to hide your appliances in plain sight.
Utilize open shelves to display your favorite dishware or kitchen decor.
A floor-to-ceilingkitchen cabinetis divided into shelves so nothing gets lost in the back of the cupboard.
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Keep Dish Towels Nearby
Keepdish towelsin a cabinet close to the cleanup zone.
Use a pullout rack with multiple bars to air-dry and store towels.
Add another removable bar to load and reload with paper towel rolls.
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Addundercabinet lightingto help with cooking and cleanup.
Label Drawers
Never rummage through your kitchen drawers again.
Save time looking forcooking utensilswith this kitchen organization idea.
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This custom pulloutcutting boardfeatures built-inknife storagebelow.
Locate one near your prep area for easy cleanup.
Create a Spice Drawer
Bottles of spicescan often lead to chaos and clutter.
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Avoid wasting time searching for spices by organizing them in a drawer.
Lay them with their labels facing upward.
Otherwise, take advantage of a metal island or refrigerator door by turning the outside into instant storage.
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