I hate to confess it, but I'm one of those people that wait until the last minute to clean the kitchen. So I want those tasks to be as simple as possible when I eventually get around to doing them.
Fortunately, there are a ton of useful tools out there that make cleaning up quick and easy, so I can quickly put things away and still wake up to a spotless home. See my go-to advice and must-have things in the sections below to get the job done in every nook and cranny of your own kitchen.
Divide and Conquer Your Plastic Containers
You can get rid of your plastic containers by dividing them into different categories. This way, you will be able to declutter your kitchen in no time.
You can divide your storage containers into food storage and non-food storage. Food storage includes things like cereal boxes, cereal bags, pasta boxes, pasta bags, and many more. Non-food storage includes things like Tupperware, zip-lock bags, and many more.
Put Your Essentials Front and Center
The most important thing to do is to keep them in one place. This way, you will not have to spend time searching for them every time and you will be able to find them easily.
You should also make sure that you have enough of each item so that you don't run out at the wrong time.
Streamline Your Plastic Bags
The first step is to designate a place in the kitchen for your bag. You can use a drawer, shelf, or any other storage space.
The next step is to categorize your plastic bags into three groups: recycling, trash, and storage/reuse. This will help you keep your kitchen as organized as possible.
Clean Out Your Fridge and Add Clear Bins
The fridge is one of the most important parts of your kitchen because it stores everything from milk to leftovers, and all of these things can go bad if they're not stored properly.
The first step in keeping your fridge clean is emptying it out completely! Get rid of all the old food that you don't want, and get rid of any containers that are broken or stained. Next, line up all the bins you have and pick a place for each type of food. For example, put vegetables in one bin, meat in another bin, dairy products in another bin, etc.
Install Wire Racks
Wire racks are an excellent way to save space in your kitchen. They can be installed on the wall or on the floor, depending on your needs and preferences.
Wire racks are a great solution for those who don't have a lot of cabinet space. They can be installed on the floor or mounted to the wall depending on your needs and preferences.
Declutter Your Utensil Drawer
This is a simple task that you can do to make your kitchen feel cleaner and more organized. Start by taking everything out of your utensil drawer and sorting it into categories. Throw away any broken or unused items, as well as anything you don't use often. Once you have sorted the items into categories, place them in the appropriate spot in the kitchen so they are easy to find when needed.
Ditch The Traditional Knife Block
Knife blocks are a great way to store your knives, but they can also be a hazard.
A knife block is typically made of wood or stainless steel and can hold anywhere from two to ten knives.
The problem with these blocks is that they are not very stable and can easily topple over if the weight of the knives is not distributed evenly.
This makes them dangerous items in the kitchen as they could easily fall on someone’s toes or hands.
Opt for Open Shelving
Open shelving is a design trend that has been around for a few years now. It is becoming more popular as people are realizing its benefits. The following are some of the benefits of open shelving:
- It helps to declutter your space, which can be helpful if you’re living in a small apartment or house.
- It can make your room feel larger by giving off a sense of openness and removing obstructions from your sightline.
- You can easily see what you have and how much you have, which makes it easier to find things when you need them.
- You can display delicate glassware, cookbooks, plants, and even artwork on floating shelves.
Stow Large Appliances
To free up counter space, keep appliances in deep drawers or pull-out shelves. You may pick the appropriate tool for the job much more quickly by setting them up vertically, as seen in this image. While helpful, labels are not required. Aren't your kitchen drawers deep blessed? Blenders and other tall equipment can be disassembled to neatly fit in smaller places.
Create a Kid-Friendly Cabinet
Also, set aside a location in a lower cabinet for stackable food storage containers, plastic cups, and lunch boxes. It is simpler to get everyone out the door in the morning when similar items are kept together. Plus, it's a win-win for everyone because kids will always know where to store their school lunch supplies at the end of the day.
