Follow these pantry organization suggestions to make your kitchen pantry seem professional.
Organizing the pantry is no easy task. First, you’ll need patience and a sharp eye to sort through the piled-up baking supplies, cereal boxes, snack pouches, and canned goods. After that, you’ll need the entire family’s help to tidy your pantry.
But first, you’ll require a system, which is where we come in. Here are ten easy actions for systematizing your pantry and our favorite tips to get you started on your journey to your dream pantry!
What to Look for in a Pantry Organizer
Transparency: While matte black or glossy ivory canisters are appealing, we recommend sticking with transparent containers as much as possible. The clear sides let you see your supplies and track what’s available. Clear containers are also easy to mix and match, making your room appear more consistent.
Stackability: In a pantry, every inch of space matters. Consider how food storage containers will fit together while selecting them. Containers with square or rectangular lids stack effortlessly and allow you to fit more goods on the same shelf.
Functionality: Your organizers should be appropriate for the entire family. (Keep in mind that if they’re simple to use, your partner or children will be more inclined to keep the pantry tidy.) Look for large open bins or containers with simple pop or flip-up tops if you have little children. Choose containers with locking or screw-top lids for an airtight seal if you have tweens or adolescents.
The Process of Organizing Your Pantry
1. Start with an Empty Slate
Before you begin the organizing strategy, empty and entirely clean your pantry. Inspect expiration dates and pitch everything that has passed its prime or is no longer beneficial. Culling old items will free up room in your pantry and keep things tidy for longer.
2. Conduct an Inventory
After removing outdated food items, you can readily identify what remains to be organized and begin assigning storage containers. Next, list your pantry necessities and keep them up to date. Finally, take your grocery list with you when you go shopping.
3. Classify
Next, group similar things together. For example, a lazy Susan makes it simple to hold oils, condiments, quick snacks, and baking supplies all in one area, making it easy to find what you need.
4. Make use of clear containers
Complex packaging might make your pantry appear crowded. Instead, decant dry ingredients into transparent canisters after removing plastic bags or cardboard cartons. For example, chip bags and root veggies fit beautifully in bins rather than being heaped haphazardly on the shelf. To keep everything appearing coherent, use transparent food storage containers.
5. Label
Label boxes, containers, and shelves so everyone in your home knows where things are. For rapid labeling, use a Bluetooth label maker or blackboard labels that you can readily update when necessary.
6. Make Use of Doors
If your pantry has doors, put organizers on the reverse side to free up shelf space. Canned foods, spices, oils, and jars are typical candidates for these organizers.
7. Create a Kid-Friendly Area
Fill a bottom shelf with cereal dispensers, snack bins, and water bottles so your kids can help themselves easier and help when putting groceries away. Use containers with built-in partitions (like crackers, fruit gummies, and protein bars) to provide a range of healthful options. Visibility and labeling are essential for children to maintain their order.
8. Make Use of Any Available Wall Space
If you have it, wall space may be a game changer regarding pantry organization. Non-food items like reusable grocery bags, aprons, and brooms can be hung on hooks. Wall-mounted bag dispensers may also be used to keep garbage bags and conveniently replenish what’s in the container.
9. Install Shelf Liners
Shelf liners can help keep food from falling through wire shelves and boxes from overturning. Liners may also prevent moist items, like oils and sauces, from falling off shelves and leaking onto the floor.
10. Continue Maintaining Your Beautiful Pantry
After a time, your pantry may get disorderly. Always put objects back in their appropriate place to help preserve your home, and get the whole family on board by keeping food accessible and visible. Schedule a quick cleaning two times per month to ensure everything is current and in its suitable place, so you don’t have to spend hours organizing again.
Let’s Tackle that Pantry!
The kitchen is the heart of the home, and it should be a place that you feel proud to show your guests. By following these simple pantry organization tips, you can make your kitchen seem like a professional space where you can cook up culinary masterpieces. If you need help getting started or keeping on track with your organizational goals, contact Clean Heart Maids for assistance. We’re here to help make your home look and feel its best!