A small kitchen can be frustrating, especially if you love to cook or entertain.
From behind-the-door storage to lazy Susans and stackable bins, here are helpful storage ideas for your small kitchen.
Clear storage assures you don’t forget about what you already have.
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They create so much storage space in an accessible way.
Organize Your Refrigerator
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Even the smallest refrigerator can get afridge organizationmakeover.
Use Drawer Dividers
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Make your drawers do more by adding dividers.
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This way, everything has a spot andthe drawer is less likely to get stuckon stuffed-in tools.
Add a Spice Storage Drawer
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Even small kitchens can have a designated spice drawer.
When you get matching pieces, everything nestles together whether it’s in a cabinet or drawer.
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Here, white canisters add storage and style while a lazy Susan in the cabinet keeps everything easily accessible.
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Don’t leave any space behind in a small kitchen.
Turn Your Cabinets Into a Pantry
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No pantry?
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Use it to cull your collection and invest in matching dishware.
You’ll only keep what you needwhich is key in a small kitchen.
Choose accessories in neutral shades for a cohesive rather than cluttered look.
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Maximize Cabinet Space
It’s hard to believe this stunning kitchen is in a garage.
White cabinets make the space airy and bright, and smaller appliances mean more counter space.
And, because it’s movable, storage can be added wherever it’s needed at that moment.
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Put it to use by turning this part of your cabinetry into narrow shelving for ingredients or cookbooks.
The additional storage space this will provide may be all you should probably keep your kitchen in order.
Make it less chaotic by using small drawer organizers to ensure every item has a home.
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Awell-placed buffetwith some attached shelving can provide plenty of extra storage for your too-small kitchen.
(It will be cheaper than adding new cabinets and countertops, too.)
The hanging cutting boards in the kitchen above show off how good this can look.
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Additionally, the airier look of wall shelves works better than bulky cabinets in an already-cramped kitchen.
Add Cookbooks to Your Counters
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Don’t keep your cookbooks hidden away.
Pick decor-forward jars to ensure this setup doesn’t look or feel utilitarian.
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Consider installing your knife rack near your most-used food prep area.
Instead, install shelves to provide extra storage for whatever you need.
Other things that fit well in the pantry include small kitchen appliances and seasonal dishware.
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Use them in all kinds of kitchen storage, from your pantry to your spice cabinet.
When kept clean, they look high-end, giving your kitchen cabinets a straight-from-the-professional-organizer look.
Consider nesting pots and skillets to save space and protect cookware from scratches.
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Make a Snack Drawer
Want to keep your snacks easy to access?
Consider adding a snack drawer.
Add drawer dividers, bins, and baskets to keep items separated and neatly organized.
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Instead, put them to work as storage for kitchen knives and scissors.
Use a specially-made drawer knife rack to keep things safe and tidy.
Use a narrow pull-out spice rack to give your spices a space-saving new home.
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you could even frame the nook with trim to add character.
These add storage to tall cabinets or shelves with otherwise unused vertical space.
you’ve got the option to add a few hooks to the rack for other storage needs.
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Finally, the fun part: put everything back and enjoy your newly-organized kitchen.
It’s important to arrange things well in a small kitchen.
Consider nesting or stacking cookware and dishware, and use shelf risers to give your cabinets extra space.
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If you’re short on counter space, only keep the bare minimum on your counters.
Hang spice racks, knife strips, and open shelves to create storage space wherever you’re lacking.
This keeps your items more organized than they would be thrown in a drawer.
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