7 Tips for Organizing a Small Kitchen

Do you often stare at your small kitchen, wondering how to make the most of it? If you have a tiny kitchen you wish to creatively expand, take a peek at these 7 tips for organizing a small kitchen. When you utilize these tips in your own space, you will find that making your kitchen look and feel larger is easier than it seems. Oh and by the way, no sledgehammer is required!

1. Use the “in between” space.
Use the in between space that falls directly under your wall cabinets between them and the counter. Many storage items have been designed to attach directly under the cabinets. You can attach paper towel rolls, small appliances, and other small storage bins in this area which then in turn frees up your counter space. Check your local Bed Bath and Beyond or other home supply store for these storage devices. If you wish, you can even stick battery operated lighting in this area, which offers a pop of light without taking up any extra space as well.

2. Utilize door backs.
Just like storage devices have been designed to attach under cabinets, they have also been designed to attach to the backs of doors and cabinets. Use these devices on cabinet doors, pantry doors, and anywhere else they may fit when the door is closed. These are perfect for storing spices, cleansers, dry goods, and more. The best part is these devices are removable, so you can shuffle them around as you need.

3. Try out the magic of magnets.
Store often used utensils, spices and more with the help of magnets. Just super glue or hot glue the magnets to these items and attach them to a metal surface. This way they will always be at your fingertips yet won’t be cluttering the counters and cabinets. This works best with smaller, lighter objects of course. You can find small metal tins at most craft stores, perfect for storing spices in.

4. Get crafty with canisters.
Canisters come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. Gather a few and display them on a counter for decorative yet practical purposes. They are great for hiding spices, sugar, and flour as intended. Or, you can store linens, utensils, and other kitchen items in them as well! They hide these items nicely while still bringing some style into your space.

5. Utilize your refrigerator.
Refrigerators have large, lovely sides just begging to be used. Get magnetic clips and hooks that you can attach utensils and even linens to. This way they will always be out where you need them, yet this method frees up some more drawer space.

7. Take “command”
Command hooks are a brilliant way to organize a small kitchen. With a simple peel and stick, you can create a hook anywhere. Place them in closets, on door backs, on walls, or anywhere you can use extra storage. They come in stylish finishes and can help store everything from pots and pans to oven mitts.

Give these 7 tips for organizing your small kitchen a try and see how simple it can really be! In no time, you can be enjoying a kitchen that feels roomy yet is functional at the same time.