narrow space solutions
Organizing your kitchen in a small space can pose a huge challenge. These cozy kitchens are the heart of the home for cooking, doing schoolwork, and even managing bills, but space is limited. Don't be discouraged. There are plenty of small kitchen storage ideas that will work like magic in even the smallest galley. Think outside the box.
“If you're working in a small space, remember that not everything will fit in that space, so you'll have to find ways to get creative,” says Professional Organization Company says Hoardly founder Jamie Hoard. First task: Start with a clean slate and get organized. Remove everything from drawers and cabinets. Evaluate what you really need to keep by putting things into different piles to keep, store, dispose of, or donate. Once you have everything grouped by category, you can start exploring new horizons and different kitchen storage ideas. Here are some expert-approved tips.
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Install a gliding shelf
If your existing cabinets don't have pull-out shelves, you can retrofit them with gliding shelves to enhance the functionality of your kitchen. Heavier but rarely used appliances can be easily unfolded, and pantry items can also be organized for easier viewing. Adding a double shelf drawer system increases cabinet capacity.
