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Leslie Pantry April 15th, 2018 - 14:53:30
After you have installed your pantry shelving, take a look at what you store in your pantry and think about additional ways to organize them. Keep items you use closer to the front and items you do not use as often to the back. Consider purchasing a few storage containers to contain those smaller items that seem to scatter easily. If your pantry also serves as storage for a broom or mop, consider installing holders on the back of the door designed specifically to hold these items. As you are organizing, be sure to keep similar items together. For example, designate one shelf for small kitchen appliances and another for the cans of food. Many people tend to ignore organizing their pantry since it is most often hidden behind closed door and out of sight. However, organization of your pantry does not just make it "look good" - it can add additional storage space to your home. By adding the right type of pantry shelving and organizing the items on the shelves, you can maximize your space without building a bigger house.
First of all: If you have a pantry, you are so blessed. Pantry organization will be easy for you. If you dont have an "official" pantry; not to worry, dedicate a nearby closet for kitchen supplies, pantry staples and storage. You will probably need to buy some sort of shelving for this "personally-designed" pantry. Of course, as with all de-cluttering and organization; you will need to remove all the items in your pantry first. Sorry, but pantry organization follows all the same organizational rules, but take it in small, do-able steps and you will be organized in no time. 1. Throw away the old and/or relocate those items that found their way into your pantry that dont belong there.
While you have all items removed from your pantry, take a second to wipe down all the shelves and sweep the floor. After your pantry is clean and all items have been categorized, consider what pantry organizers would be beneficial. If you have a lot of pots and pans with lids, a lid organizer may be a good choice. There are a variety of pantry organizers available for essentially any type of kitchen item. Taking the time to consider and investigate various pantry organizers will save you time and possibly your sanity down the road. Once you are ready to put all your items back in the pantry, start with the least used items first and put those on the top shelves and keep your frequently used items at eye level. Make sure that all items are easily visible and easily accessible to the people you use them most in your household. To maximize space, place taller items in the back and smaller items up front. Finally, after you have replaced all of your items, make sure the lighting in your pantry is adequate, which will make locating items easier in your day to day life. Small, battery operated lights can be purchased at a relatively inexpensive price at most hardware stores if your pantry has little to no lighting.
If you cant get everything into the pantry neatly, you might store non-essential items in a more "remote" storage location such as the garage or basement. Basic Pantry Staples: Baking Soda Baking Powder Corn Starch Flour Sugar (Powdered, Granulated and Brown) Yeast Stock (Chicken, Beef, Vegetable) Maple Syrup Cooking Wine Milk Butter Eggs Mustard Lemons (or Lemon Juice) Mayonnaise Garlic Hot Sauce Onions Parmesan cheese Other Handy Pantry Items: Dried Beans Pastas Spaghetti Sauce Canned Soup (Cream of Chicken or Mushroom) Various Cheeses Sour Cream Cream Cheese Frozen Vegetables (usually frozen taste better) Potatoes Celery Carrots.
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