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I'd like to tell you my kitchen is organized. I'd like to. But here are some ways that can help you get an handle on it:
Use cabinet pull-outs and risers - Cabinet pull-outs allow you to organize pans, platters and other items neatly, and they give you easy access to cabinets. Cabinet risers allow you to elevate certain items like bowls or mugs (almost like a loft bed) so that you have room underneath to store even more things.
Keep everyday items within arm’s reach - That way, you don’t have to search through different drawers and cupboards to find the things you need.
Use drawer dividers for items besides cutlery – like a junk drawer
Store similar items together - Storing items randomly makes it difficult to locate the things you need, causing you to take everything out of your cabinets just to find a jar of peanut butter.
Make use of door storage - Don’t forget that you can hang things on the back of cabinet and pantry doors.
Keep items on the counter in baskets - Make use of metal baskets, tiered stands or hanging baskets to store these items so that, although they’re in plain sight, they don’t make your kitchen look messy.