Cleaning a pantry takes a bit of time but you could do it with just four easy steps.

However, twice a year is a good start.

Spills of wet or dry items should be cleaned up immediately.

Front view of an organized pantry

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Add an over-the-door shallow wire rack to hold spices and small items.

Tips to Keep Your Pantry Clean Longer

Materials needed to clean and organize your pantry

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Emptying out the pantry

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Vacuuming the shelves in a pantry

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Sorting pantry items

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Preparing to restock the pantry

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