6 Kitchen Storage Ideas to Maximise Space

Space in a kitchen is always at a premium. Between storing all your kitchen appliances, cookware and everyday kitchen utensils, bowls, plates and cups, it’s a room in your house that really works hard and packs a lot in.

Add to that the fact that you and your family will likely use the kitchen every day. This means that not only does the space need to be able to store all your kitchen essentials, you need to ensure the space can be used efficiently and everything is easily accessible. With this in mind, we’ve pulled together our top 6 tips to help you make the best use of your kitchen space.

1. Opt for Pull-Out or Pull-Down Shelves

Install pull-out or pull-down shelving in cabinets or pantry spaces. These shelving options make it easier to reach things at the back without bending down or stretching. This savvy space-saving solution also means you can utilise more of the shelves you might normally avoid putting stuff in – such as the higher up, hard-to-reach cabinet areas – since they’ll now be more easily accessible.

2. Install Pull-Out Trash Bins

Instead of a bulky rubbish bin taking up floor space in your kitchen, install a pull-out bin inside a cabinet for a cleaner look and not to mention hidden, who wants to see your rubbish bin anyway?. There are several options available on the market depending on your needs. For containing general household garbage, a single pull-out rubbish bin may be your best option. But, if you want to save space when it comes to your recycling needs as well, opt for a double pull-out bin that separates rubbish for landfill and recyclable trash.

3. Use Corner Cabinets Effectively

Corner cabinets can often be tricky when it comes to storage. Install rotating or pull-out shelves in corner cabinets to make the most of those hard-to-reach spaces. Whether the chosen storage solution uses a swivelling, pull-up or swinging mechanism, these are game-changers if you’ve relied on your standard fixed shelves up until now.  Alternatively, use a corner cart or shelf to organise cooking tools or pantry goods to cleverly make use of the available space and room layout.

4. Maximize Drawer Storage

Say goodbye to the token junk drawer! Use drawer dividers or organisers for separating utensils, cutlery, and tools. By doing this, you can keep things tidy and avoid wasting space in deep drawers. Creating a specific place for everything also helps make maintenance more manageable and avoids clutter because you will be able to see instantly whether you own duplicate items.

5. Install Adjustable Shelves in Cabinets

Adjustable shelves inside your cabinets allow you to customise the height for different-sized items, making better use of vertical space. This is helpful, because you’re not locked in to using the existing space and can create a tailor-made solution to suit your specific storage needs, ideally fitting in everything you need to hold.

6. Install a Retractable Range Hood

Range hoods are necessary – but often bulky – additions to any kitchen. Consider a retractable range hood that can be tucked away when not in use, freeing up overhead space. These often sit below cabinets for a seamless look and can be pulled out while cooking then retracted again while not in use.