A clean kitchen is a happy kitchen, but let's be honest: Keeping a kitchen clean isn't always the happiest job. Few people love to cook or get excited about organizing their spice drawer, but having the right products can make this process more bearable and maybe even fun. There is even. Daily Meal was at The Inspired Home Show in Chicago this weekend, where we scoured his list of kitchen cleaning and organizing products that we think are the best of 2024.
To stand out in this category, we looked for products with a unique edge, such as sponges that claim to last forever and spice racks that can be adjusted to fit different sized bottles. All of these items are specifically designed to make your life a little easier in the kitchen, and everyone can understand their mission. So whether you love the act of cleaning and want to make the experience even better, or you're just looking for a product to boost your motivation, Daily Meal has got you covered.
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Forever Sponge by Rescue LLC
The biggest problem with regular kitchen sponges is that they start to smell after a week or two, become less effective at cleaning, and are quickly thrown away. Forever Sponge solves these problems. This sponge is cut resistant, has excellent soap retention, and is designed to be safely placed in the dishwasher for disinfection. This product is not only practical, but also sustainable. Forever Sponge can be used on a variety of surfaces and can even clean stubborn and dirty aluminum pans.
As Anthony Tranquida, the company's co-founder, told The Daily Meal, “The Forever Sponge was designed to eliminate all the waste and problems that come with regular messy kitchen sponges. Forever sponges are antibacterial and don't break down over time.'' Tranchida only needs to buy one sponge. Emphasize that the product is true to its name claims.
YouCopia Adjustable SpiceStack Spice Bottle Organizer
While the spice rack itself isn't a revolutionary item, YouCopia's SpiceStack has a few extra touches that completely elevate it as a product. The spice organizer's drawers pull out and then lower so you can see what spices are inside, and it's equipped with height-adjustable separators to keep your spices safe. This organizer holds up to 24 bottles and includes a set of labels. This compact unit can easily be placed on a shelf and streamlines the spice selection process. Even better, this spice rack is easy to clean.
SpiceStack is YouCopia's first product and the company was “very fortunate to be able to bring SpiceStack to Bed Bath & Beyond,” said Mark Greenwood, co-founder and vice president of marketing development. states. [that] This success has given YouCopia the basis to expand the range of products currently available.
nelly's dish butter
Nellie's Dish Butter is a semi-solid dish detergent that comes in a container that prevents the detergent from getting dirty or mushy over time. To use Nellie's Dish Butter, dip a sponge, cloth, or dish brush into the soap and scrub. (As we all know, it's always good to have dish detergent on hand, even if you have a dishwasher.) This product's innovative storage design makes it a great value for your money. , and when you run out, you just need to buy a new block. . The company boasts that one block of dish butter is equivalent to three bottles of major brand dish detergent.
Paula Grigg, marketing director for the company, explains: “The great thing about it is that it's semi-solid so you can easily pick it up with a brush or sponge. What makes it a little better than similar products on the market is that it comes in a reusable container.” And we always say you can reuse or reuse before recycling, so even if you don't buy another plate of butter, you'll still have a nice looking container. ”
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