Organize Your Kitchen

The kitchen is one of the busiest places in nearly every home. With so much of life and activity taking place here it is important to keep this area organized. If things have gotten out of hand it can be a daunting task, but the rewards and increase in your efficiency will leave you with more time to enjoy yourself.


It is best to tackle things section by section. Don’t try to do everything all at once. This allows you to continue to use your kitchen while you are reorganizing and prevents frustration.

Break things down into activities you will be performing such as, storing, cooking, baking, serving, and cleaning. Have one area only for dishes and plates, another for pots and pans, and another for appliances. Cleaning products and dish rack under the sink. Think about the normal flow of activity as a starting point. Combine similar items as much as possible. Certain types of foods should go together as well. Avoid putting something in an area just because there is space there or it seems to fit best there.


Keep the counters as clear as possible. This creates a feeling of orderliness and space. Smaller kitchens need all they space they have for food preparation. Multi-tiered wire shelving for cup boards is a great way to avoid excessive stacking of small items. Be wary of purchasing too many “handy” organizers for the kitchen. These things may help you out, but often become one more thing that needs organizing. It may be a sign that you should downsize. Do you have items you do not use anymore? If you cannot remember the last time you made waffles then maybe it is time to say goodbye the waffle maker.


If cabinets and drawers are already full you can create more space by hanging larger items on the wall from hooks or metal hangers. Another way is to install a metal or wooden rod and dangle hangers for pots, pans, and baking utensils.


A scattered, messy kitchen can be a nightmare. A well organized kitchen can be a great place of enjoyment for the whole family. Not only will you will feel a lot better about things once everything has a place, but you will save enormous amounts of time. When things are streamlined all of the sudden washing this dishes or cooking a meal becomes a pleasure instead of a chore.


About the Author: Ron Maier is the President of Everything Hangers, a leading online provider of clothes hangers. For more information, please visit http://www.everythinghangers.com.

Create Some Space in Your Home

Let’s face it, in every home space comes at a premium. No matter how many closets, cabinets, and shelves you have there never seems to be enough places to put things. It is a constant struggle to maintain an elegant home while still having space to put everything. We all have a dream of how our homes ought to be. “If only the builders had put this wall over here, or a built-in shoe rack under the stairs it would all work out”, we think. Unless you are ready for expensive renovations to have that wall added or removed here are a few relatively low cost ways to increase the storage capacity and classiness of you home.

In an entry way consider adding a storage bench. This really maximizes the value of your furniture. For smaller entry areas you can even get a triangular corner bench that will tuck away nicely off to the side. Shoe racks come in almost any size and are an essential for a closet in this part of your home. Wall hung coat hangers, or a coat tree can free up even more valuable space in closets.

If kitchen cabinets are chockablock full get some of those bigger pots and pans out of there and hang them up. If there is wall space you can use hooks or wall hangers. A quick look through any kitchen design magazine will fill you with space saving ideas in this area.

Install track lighting and get rid of floor lamps. Track lighting is available in a myriad of styles and colors to fit any taste and match any home. Being able to direct light anywhere you want can also help create a better atmosphere in a room.

Get a few more towels on the wall by adding another towel hanger or two as wall space allows. You could also hang an extra storage cabinet. Smaller size cabinets made especially for bathrooms are available at most home stores in stock with a variety of styles to choose from. These cabinets are great decorations with glass doors or mirrors and more importantly help keep bathroom counters clear of hair products, mouthwash, deodorants and perfumes.

A cluttered life does not lend itself to enjoyment. In the end if may be best to just let go of some things. With a little effort and creativity you can have a clutter free home and that is better than being surrounded by mountains of possessions.


About the Author: Ron Maier is the President of Everything Hangers, a leading online provider of clothes hangers and bamboo hangers. For more information, please visit http://www.everythinghangers.com.