No matter how much clutter you’ve built up, there are kitchen storage ideas for every space and budget. Whether you’re a clean machine or tend to sweep your clutter under the rug we've gathered a range of kitchen organisation ideas to get everything in order.
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We’ve scoured the internet for our favourite kitchen storage ideas and organisation tips that will make the most of your space, whether you have a small kitchen or very little storage room in your house…
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Genius kitchen organisation and storage hacks 2021
Wall organisation: pot rack and hooks
Free up limited counter space by going up the wall. Wall-mounted hooks, knife racks, and pan shelves can give you much-needed breathing space, making your kitchen feel bigger and making the most of every bit of your room.
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We love the extra space these shelves and pan hooks add to the kitchen. Not only is there a bar with hooks to hang your utensils and frying pans, but you can also store larger cooking pots on the shelf above. It could even be used as a handy nook for cookbooks and has two installation options.
Flexible freestanding shelving
If your kitchen is on the smaller side, freestanding shelving can be a smart solution. Look out for ones on wheels for added flexibility.
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This trolley is perfect for all those small things that you want close at hand in the kitchen. It's easy to move, fits almost anywhere, and is available in several colours.
Kitchen drawer storage: drawer organiser
Keep everything in its place in your cutlery and utensil drawers with a cutlery tray. They're great for keeping everything in its place so that you don't have to rummage around to find a knife or fork.
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This stylish bamboo cutlery tray is expandable, so if you have larger drawers you can stretch it out to its full capacity, but it will also fit smaller kitchen drawers if you want to chop and change where you put it. Why not buy two and have one drawer for cutlery and the other for kitchen gadgets and utensils. You could even use it elsewhere in the house for storing makeup, bathroom products, or stationery.
Plate storage: wire plate racks
Make the most of every bit of your cupboards with wire plate racks to help your cabinet organisation. It makes it easier to take things out without a cascade of crockery too.
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An essential for anyone looking to expand their kitchen cabinet storage, this cupboard shelf helps you utilise your space. A clever design, crafted from robust steel and coated in anti-rust chrome to boost its sturdiness and longevity.
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Pan and baking tray racks
No more stacking pots and pans on top of one another, or using the oven to store all those baking trays, baking sheets, cutting boards, saucepans and pan lids. If you can't find purpose-built racks, magazine storage racks work just as well. Who says storage can't be multi-purpose?
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Tidy up your cupboard space with this multipurpose storage rack. Perfect for oven trays, cutting & chopping boards, bakeware or even frying pans. Rather than stacking them in an unstable pile stand them upright for easier access.
Foil storage
This makes clever use of the wasted space on your cupboard doors to store those rolls of foil and cling film that never seem to have a home.
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This functional, wall-mounted hanging basket offers a good amount of kitchen storage space for common kitchen products and accessories such as foil, cling film and baking parchment.
Under sink storage
A small adjustable shower pole or curtain rod is the perfect place to hook cleaning sprays and frees up space for handy baskets underneath.
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Easy to install and remove, each tension rod can bear 1-2kg. Suitable for many DIY projects such as kitchen, bathroom, cupboard, wardrobe, small window, bookshelf, wardrobe pole, separated kitchen items, hanging trigger-type cleaning products under sink area. It can even be used to collect and organise kitchen utensils.
Magnet fridge shelf
Now, this is really handy – a shelf that utilises the wasted space on the side of your fridge. if you can't find a magnetic one you could also attach a similar shelf or spice rack by using picture hanging strips, or magnets fastened on with strong double-sided tape.
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This kitchen organiser comes with magnets, meaning it can adhere to the side of your refrigerator or washing machine. Scews are also supplied if you have a handy wall it would make good use of.
Clear glass storage jars
These are not only useful, but they also look pretty too. Rows of these on open shelves add a homey feel while still looking organised. Use a white marker to add a label – you can also buy printed ones ready to stick on if you're not confident of your penmanship skills.
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This set of glass storage jars are all 1.2L and come with labels and pens for practical organisation.
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Maximise cupboard space with turn tables
If you're guilty of finding things tucked at the back of the cupboard that is long past its sell-by-date, using turntables could be a game-changer. Rather than having to pull everything out, just give it a swivel. It's particularly handy for spices and condiments.
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This lazy susan storage solution provides a simple way to keep bottles and jars neatly organised. There is a silicone anti-slip pad on the bottom so it will be secure in your cupboard. The ideal pantry storage solution, or even for your countertop or refrigerator.
Cookbook storage
If cookbooks are taking up your counter space, then this is the storage solution for you. Bookcases on the end of your cabinets won't take up any of your room but will provide a much-needed spot to put your books. They'll be easier to see too.
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Display your favourite cookbooks with these stylish floating shelves. You could also store spices or small tins or pots of cupboard essentials such as rice and pasta.
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