From Clutter to Clean: Kitchen Cabinet Organization Tips

Though many of us hate to admit it, we all have issues when it comes to kitchen cabinet organization. A lot of older kitchens just aren’t designed for the modern way of life — and all of the kitchen gadgets and new products that come with it! Whether you are trying to make more storage space in an existing kitchen or building a brand new home with a custom kitchen, we’ve got some tips that will help you maximize storage space!

Kitchen Storage Solutions that Don’t Require a Remodel

Sometimes remodeling just isn’t in the cards. Even a simple cabinet upgrade can be a bit difficult, particularly when you can’t find a new kitchen cabinet to match your existing cabinetry. If you aren’t ready for a remodel, then here are some things that you can do to make the most of existing space:

• Put empty wall space to use. Install floating shelves or hangers for pots and pans to clear some of the clutter out of your cabinets.
• If wine glasses are taking up space in a cabinet, then consider a stem glass holder. This is a great solution that frees up some space and adds a decorative touch to your kitchen.
• Drawers are notorious for clutter because plates, pots and pans slide around each time you open and close the drawers. Pegged drawer organizers help you make sure that there is a place for everything and everything stays in that place.

Think About These Kitchen Cabinet Solutions When You Remodel

If you are remodeling, then this is a great opportunity to replace existing cabinets with new, more functional cabinetry. There are lots of things that you can do. For instance, Aristocraft’s base pantry pullout cabinets give you a way to organize food, cleaning supplies or any number of other necessities. You could also consider installing floor-to-ceiling pantry cabinets or base cabinets with innovative solutions such as open end caps that allow you to display recipe books and other useful and beautiful kitchen tools.

Make Kitchen Organization a Top Priority when Building a New Home

When you are building a new home, you’ll have a excellent opportunity to build a kitchen that fits your needs perfectly. Choose the size of the kitchen, the layout, and then start adding the kitchen storage that best fits your needs. This is also the best time to think about appliances and how that relates to storage:

• Will you go with a built-in refrigerator or a freestanding model? Built-ins are a bit more expensive, but you’ll have additional cabinetry above the refrigerator.
• Think about your range hood and what you plan to do with space above it. This area makes a great nook for decorative items or you can use a small wall cabinet above the hood for items that you don’t access often.
• Rather than devoting lots of floor space to a standard oven and range, as well as counterspace to a microwave, you should definitely consider built-in ovens and microwaves. Not only do built-in appliances take up less space, but they give you the advantage of extra cabinetry above and below the appliances to store pots and pans. Check out the Aristocraft oven and microwave cabinet to see what we mean.

As you can see, kitchen cabinet organization ideas are endless. Whether you are looking for a quick upgrade or you are building a brand new kitchen, there are lots of ways to tailor kitchen storage to your lifestyle.