1800-Remodel July 24, 2015

1800-REMODEL BLOG 5 Easy Ways to Revamp Your Kitchen Maximize your space and get organized with these five clever kitchen hacks!

By Saba Ayinehsazian

Whether you live with in a house, apartment, fraternity, or even a co-op, chances are the kitchen is one of the busiest and most important spaces in your home. The kitchen is an essential part of a well-kept and enjoyable home atmosphere regardless of the style or size of one’s home. In order to provide the best experience and cuisine for yourself and your guests without having to spend thousands on remodeling expenses, check out a few simple kitchen hacks that will help you maximize your storage space, keep your kitchen organized, and revamp your home!

1. Labeling System

Labels are an efficient way to keep your kitchen clean and organized while saving hours of time looking for that one exotic spice or mixing up the salt with the sugar. Chalkboard labels are easy, convenient, and inexpensive. If you don’t have time for anything else, pick up a few chalkboard labels to get a head start on re-organizing your kitchen for only a few dollars and minutes of your time.

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“If you can’t stand the heat, get out of the kitchen.” -Harry S.Truman

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2. Roll-Out Pantry

If you have any unused space around your kitchen, for example between the refrigerator and the wall, a roll-out pantry is a great option to maximize storage for canned foods and boxed goods. You can either start a DIY project building your own pantry, or call 1-800-Remodel and get a free quote from contractors in your area who can build you a custom made roll-out pantry. Either way, this pantry will be sure to impress your houseguests with its sleek and almost invisible design while maximizing your kitchen space. image via pinterest.com

3. Hack Your Decorative, Un-openable “Drawers”

Running out of space in your cabinets and drawers happens more often than we’d like. For those with small kitchens where expansion is simply not an option, try creating more space by making use of the ornamental, un-openable drawers beneath your sink and cabinets through adding hinges to open them up and store your sponges and cleaning supplies. Another option could be to completely remove these drawers and repurpose them as paper towel racks. Images via thediyclub.com

4. Hang Pots & Pans from the Ceiling

A great way to save cabinet space and maximize organization in your kitchen can be through hanging pots, pans, and cooking utensils from the ceiling. This can also serve as a unique centerpiece for your kitchen, improving both the decor and organization of your home simultaneously! Popular ceiling rack models are available for purchase at Amazon, Walmart, and Bed Bath & Beyond. image via lifehack.org

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5. Stay Lazy (& Organized) with a Lazy Susan

A Lazy Susan is a rotating tray placed on countertops, in cabinets, refrigerators, and pretty much anywhere in the kitchen. This device allows the utmost maximization of storage by enabling you access to hard to reach pots, pans, plates, and food. Instead of digging through your cabinet drawer for hours trying to match containers with their tops, you can now easily find what you’re looking for by simply spinning your Lazy Susan and checking out your inventory. As a bonus, you can get an eery reminder of your childhood days spinning around the merry-go-round! Lazy Susans are available for purchase at Crate and Barrel, Target, World Market, and almost all home-appliance stores, or call 1-800-Remodel for a quote on a custom made Lazy Susan! images via organizeit.com

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“Good food and a warm kitchen are what makes a house a home.”

-RACHEL RAY