Is there anything worse than opening your pantry and having no clue what's inside? You start to dig through, only to have boxes come crashing down, containers of spices fall like dominoes, and the dog at your feet trying to snatch up the cereal that's covering the floor. Never again! You deserve the pantry of your dreams: clean, organized, and functional.
Here are four ideas that'll get you well on your way.
1. Invest in Clear Containers and a Labeller
Rather than sifting through cardboard boxes of various sizes, trying to read what's inside, transfer grains, breadcrumbs, rice, nuts, snacks and other bulk items into clear airtight canisters or glass jars. Not only will your food stay fresher longer, but with uniform, matching bins and visible labels, you'll be inspired by how orderly and tidy your pantry becomes.
2. Organize by Zones
Don't just throw things where they fit. Have a system for your pantry. Divide your space into zones, based on food and cooking categories. For each category, designate an area of your pantry. Make sure that the categories you use most frequently are the most accessible. Then, once you're happy with the arrangement, label each zone.
Here are some sample zone ideas to help get you started:
Quick breakfasts
On the go meals
School lunches
Kids snacks
Simple weeknight dinners
Food staples
Baking supplies
Entertaining
Tools and appliances
3. Assess Your Pantry Weekly
The key to keeping your pantry organized is staying on top of it! Every week, as you develop your meal plan, check your pantry's inventory. Repurchase ingredients as you start to run low, but avoid overstocking and buying multiples of the same thing.
4. Custom Design Your Dream Pantry
If you're at your wit's end and refuse to settle for a dysfunctional space, work with a custom cabinet maker to design a pantry and organization system that suits your unique preferences. From open shelves, rotating shelves, drawers, cubbies, wine cubes, and pull-outs, you can maximize your space with floor to ceiling storage and never lose items behind clutter again!
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