When it comes to kitchen design, taking the time to visualize your pantry setup may make daily activities more convenient and efficient. Using cabinets and shelving effectively will keep this storage area organized, clean, and useful. If you’re undergoing a remodeling project, here are a few tips for making your pantry come together neatly.

How to Set Up & Organize Your Kitchen Pantry

1. Use Doors to Maximize Space

The inner sides of cabinet doors can be used for storage. To make the most of your pantry, install hooks and hanging door organizers on these surfaces. This will provide extra space and easy access to items like aluminum foil, plastic wrap, or sandwich bags that you use on a regular basis. 

2. Prioritize Shelving

Pantry and kitchen cabinets tend to get overcrowded and messy when they don’t have enough space. To avoid this, incorporate a variety of shelving options into your design. Create shelving of various heights to store jars and containers of all sizes. Before packing your pantry, you can line the shelves with contact paper to easily wipe spills with water without damaging the wood.

3. Invest in Containers

Once you’ve set up your shelving, lay out all the essential pantry items you have. This can include cooking oils, baking ingredients, dry pasta, cereals, snacks, and nuts. Get a sense of how many belongings you will want to keep handy before investing in storage containers and labels. Buying containers all at once will help you maintain a beautiful, uniform look. For specialty items that you don’t always keep in stock, use baskets or bins to stay organized. 

4. Create Built-In Spice Racks

When you’re cooking a dish for your family, you may need to use a combination of dry herbs and spices. Digging through your pantry to find these items can be frustrating and time-consuming, so facilitate meal preparation by creating a designated area for these items. If your spice collection is extensive, a kitchen designer will create a built-in spice rack under your cabinets or inside the pantry for your convenience. 

If you’re looking for a kitchen remodeler to help you create efficient pantry cabinets and shelving, DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen is the right company for the job. Based in Newington, CT, this locally owned and operated business believes in offering residents throughout Hartford County quality craftsmanship and innovative designs at fair prices. Visit their website to view examples of their traditional and modern kitchen projects, or call (860) 680-8745 to schedule your no-obligation consultation.