The pantry is often a small space, however, it has to function BIG! Typically used to store food, it may also be the home of small appliances, serving pieces, paper products, etc… That means it is important to maximize the space provided and organize it in a way that makes sense on a daily basis.
Here are some of my no fail pantry organizing tips!
- It’s good to give your pantry a good starting foundation. Foods of all kinds are stored in the pantry, and that can mean drips and spills. I started in our own pantry by adding pretty liner, which has provided us with super simple clean ups.
- Hanging a clipboard within the pantry will allow you to keep a weekly shopping list right at your fingertips.
- Tuck a step stool inside to help you reach the shelves up high with ease.
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- Tiered shelves and lazy susans are magical additions to the pantry since they don’t allow items to get lost in the back. They keep everything visible and easy to access.
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- A dry erase board mounted inside of the pantry is a great spot to manage meal planning.
- The addition of simple hooks allow you to hang linens within the pantry; everything from aprons to hand towels to oven mitts.
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- Label, label, label. Labels are great for determining food types {especially when similar in shape, color and size}. They also help ensure that things make their way back to their original home.
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- By using clear storage containers within the pantry, you can always see exactly what you have on hand right at first glance, and food stays fresher for longer.
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- The back of the cabinet or pantry door is always prime real estate for storage of all kinds. Over the door organizers, magnetic boards and hooks are all great items that will make the most of your space.
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- Divide your pantry into areas or zones that make the most sense to your daily routine. Keep like items together and categorize items by food type. Place frequently used items right within reach and less used items up high or down low.
- Another great way to maximize the space originally provided, is to invest in expandable organizers, which clip below shelves or stack above, to ultimately triple your storage.
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- Pantries tend to be designed a few feet deep, which means things can easily be forgotten in the back. A great solution is to install roll out drawers so that nothing shows up on the missing
personsfood report.
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- Baskets make a great, less expensive alternative option to the pull out cabinet drawers. They hold the same functionality of pulling all contents out at a time, but at a fraction of the cost.
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