1. Store your spices in a decorative jar on the countertop
Spices are a huge part of cooking, and can make or break a meal. But you may not have enough space in the cupboard to store every spice you own. If this is the case, you need to find another way to organize your spices. You could buy an expensive spice rack that hangs from the wall, but there's no need for that! Instead, just use some decorative jars on your countertop and voila! You'll have more room than ever before for all those delicious spices without taking up any extra space at all!
Spices play such an important role when it comes time to cook dinner, so it's important we keep them organized and accessible. We don't want our household full of clutter because we had to keep everything in the cabinets. This idea is just perfect for any kitchen, especially if you have an open floor plan!
2. Use a pegboard to hang your pots and pans
Pot hangers are great for keeping your cooking equipment accessible but space efficient at the same time! You can place them on a wall or cabinet that's dedicated to pots and pans. We love this idea because you can display your favorite cookware without taking up any countertop space! The best part is that it's okay if the pegboard isn't level or straight, since nothing will be placed on top of it.
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3. Get rid of the plastic drawers inside your cabinet and install some wood ones instead
If you don't have any countertop space to spare, you might consider getting rid of the plastic drawers inside your cabinets so they can hold up other items instead! These drawers are great for keeping spices, small appliances, etc. organized and out of the way so everything fits much easier than before.
You might also want to consider removing the drawers themselves if there's enough room inside your cabinets for them to fit! We love this idea because it gives you more storage space for larger items that just won't fit in those tiny plastic drawers. We also think the wood drawer fronts look much better than that cheap plastic stuff.
4. Use shower hooks to store your pots and pans inside your cabinet
The best way to keep your cookware organized is by hanging them up on a wall or inside a deep cupboard where you can't see all the mess at first glance! For this job, you could choose a pot rack but we think shower hooks are a much better idea. They're not as expensive and they store more than just pots and pans!
This is one of those genius ideas that anybody can do without having to hire a contractor or spend hundreds of dollars on complicated kitchen renovations. It's simply a matter of inserting the hooks into the inside of your cabinet and then hanging up all your pots and pans on them. It doesn't get much easier than that!
The best part about this idea is the fact that it's so versatile. Not only can you use shower hooks to hang up pots and pans, but you could also use some decorative scarves or ties to hang your spoons, spatulas and whisks. The possibilities are endless!
5. Install an extra set of cabinet drawers under your sink to store all the cleaning products
Cleaning supplies take up a ton of space in the cupboard under your kitchen sink because they're bulky and difficult to keep organized. However, there's no reason you should have to live like that! There are several ways you could choose to resolve the problem, but the best idea is installing a second set of drawers underneath your existing cupboards.
We love this idea because it's simple and effective. It doesn't take up much space (and it still allows you to put your cleaner bottles back in the same place, so you'll never have to look for them again). If you can't find a second set of drawers, you could simply add in some shelves or cabinets with doors instead.
6. Use a magnetic strip to hold knives and other metal tools
Another way to store your POTS AND PANS is by using a magnetic strip! You can buy these strips at any hardware store and you simply have to mount them inside the wall of your cabinet using screws. Since these strips are usually made out of metal, they're very effective at holding knives and other kitchen equipment in place.
There are several different designs available (some even include cute hooks for utensils) but there's no reason you couldn't DIY one of these on your own! All you need is a magnetic strip, some hooks and some basic tools.
7. Get rid of the drawers in your cabinets or buy different furniture
The first step to getting your kitchen looking spick-and-span is by removing all those unnecessary storage containers so you can make room for the things you really need. Most of those drawers and plastic containers are completely useless, so don't hesitate to get rid of them!
Another option is to go out and buy new furniture such as open cabinets, shelves or racks where you can store everything from plates to glasses right on your countertop. That way they'll be easy to see and you'll save lots of time looking for them!
If that's not an option, then just install some wall shelves or use repurposed containers or crates. The possibilities are endless!
8. Add extra hooks under your kitchen cabinets to hold pots, pans, lids and cutting boards
Once you've decided to get rid of the drawers in your kitchen, you're one step closer to having a much more organized space. Now that those useless containers are gone, you can use the area underneath your cabinets as extra storage for things like pots and pans, cutting boards, lids and other bulky items.
All you need to do is screw some hooks into the inside of your cabinets. It doesn't take much time at all and it will definitely enhance the functionality of your kitchen by keeping bulky items organized in one place.
9. Install a lazy Susan under your sink to get rid of that awful mess
This genius idea is probably our favorite on this list because it's so simple, yet so life-changing at the same time! A lot of people struggle with keeping their cleaning supplies organized under the sink because it's such an awkward space. However, if you get rid of all those plastic containers and opt for a stylish lazy Susan instead, you'll never have to live through another messy organizing session again .
Thanks to these kinds of rotating shelves, you'll be able to keep all the cleaning supplies organized in one place. But it's not only great for cleaning products. If you have a lot of bulky items under your sink, this space-saving trick will also come in handy!
So what are you waiting for? Go out there and get yourself a lazy Susan right now!
10. Use wire racks to organize your spices
If you're desperately in need of some extra storage space, then this last DIY project will definitely come in handy! This ingenious idea comes from the popular blog "At Home with Amy Sedaris" where they show us how to turn old cardboard boxes into beautiful spice racks by simply attaching them to the inside of your cabinets.
All you have to do is measure the size of your allotted space, cut out a piece of cardboard and attach it with hot glue or tape. Once the rack is ready, you'll be able to put all your spices on display which will allow you to find what you need without having to spend hours digging through piles of boxes!
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