Organizing Appliances 101

If your kitchen is cluttered and disorganized, there are three steps to manage your kitchen space. This will vary depending on the type of cook you are and what you eat. A pressure cooker front in center may be more optimal for a vegan, while a blender could be more useful for a raw food lover.

Group Your Appliances. Sort out your appliances by their frequency of use. Split every appliance into one of the following categories: frequently used, rarely used and never used. Consider appliances that can have multiple purposes. A high-quality blender can double as a food processor, leaving you more kitchen space.

Rid the Never-Used Appliances. This may be obvious, but do away with the appliances you aren’t using. Think about those rice cookers, juicers and egg poachers. Your kitchen space is valuable and should be reserved for appliances you’ll be using constantly. If you’re having trouble getting rid of an appliance, allocate 30 days to consistently use it. If it becomes a habit, keep it.

Organize Cabinet Spaces. Now that you’ve cut back on appliances, it’s time to organize what you have. Take time to wrap cords around appliances before storing them. This will decrease clutter and look more organized. Cut back on paper clutter by accessing manuals online or saving them to your computer. Gather all the smaller parts in your kitchen, such as appliance attachments, and organize them in bags with the proper labels.

Store Less Used Appliances. The appliances you use infrequently like a waffle maker or slow cooker, should be stored in harder to reach places. Reserve optimal cabinet space for the appliances you use the most. You can also swap these around if your needs change over time. For example, an ice cream maker can be moved down from the top shelf when it’s summertime.

Source: the Spruce