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### How to Maximize Storage Above Your Fridge
Here are some tips to make the most of those cupboards above your fridge:
#### 1. **Store Items You Use Less Frequently**
The cupboards above the fridge are perfect for storing items you don’t use on a daily basis, such as seasonal kitchen tools, extra appliances, or rarely used serving dishes. This keeps your more frequently used items easily accessible while still giving you storage for bulkier or seasonal items.
Examples:
– **Holiday decorations**: Store festive plates, platters, or seasonal baking tools that only come out a few times a year.
– **Specialty appliances**: If you have a slow cooker, bread maker, or juicer that you don’t use all the time, the cupboard above the fridge can be a great place for them.
#### 2. **Use Bins or Baskets for Organization**
Since the space above the fridge is often deep, it can be difficult to find what you need when everything is stacked loosely. Instead of allowing the space to become a cluttered mess, use **bins**, **baskets**, or **storage boxes** to organize items. Label each container to make it easy to identify what’s inside. This will allow you to make better use of the space without the hassle of digging through everything.
Examples:
– **Plastic bins**: Store extra canned goods, snacks, or dried goods in clear plastic bins so you can easily see what you have.
– **Baskets**: Use woven baskets for a more aesthetically pleasing option to store linens, napkins, or baking supplies.
#### 3. **Install Pull-Out Shelves or Drawers**
If you’re doing a kitchen remodel or a minor upgrade, consider installing **pull-out shelves** or **drawers** in the cupboards above your fridge. These sliding shelves can make it much easier to access stored items without having to reach up and stretch to the back of the cupboard. With pull-out shelves, you can store items neatly and retrieve them with ease.
#### 4. **Store Bulk Items or Extra Supplies**
The space above the fridge is often a great place to store **bulk items** or **extra supplies** that you don’t need to access regularly. This could include extra paper towels, cleaning supplies, or non-perishable foods that you buy in bulk when they go on sale. Using this space in this way will help you free up valuable kitchen cabinet space for everyday essentials.
Examples:
– **Bulk pantry items**: Store extra bags of rice, pasta, or grains.
– **Cleaning products**: Keep extra dish soap, cleaning sprays, or sponges neatly stored above the fridge.
#### 5. **Use It for Extra Kitchen Tools**
Another idea for the space above the fridge is to store those **extra kitchen tools** you don’t use every day but still need occasionally. For example, specialty baking equipment, like cake pans, cookie cutters, or large mixing bowls, can easily be stored in high cupboards. If you’re an avid cook or baker, you might also store a set of extra kitchen gadgets, serving utensils, or even extra cookware.
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### Creative Storage Ideas for the Cupboards Above Your Fridge
If you’re looking for more innovative ways to organize the cupboards above your fridge, here are some creative ideas to consider:
#### 1. **Install a Spice Rack or Shelf**
If your pantry is cramped or your spice cabinet is overflowing, the space above the fridge could be a great place to store your spices. Install a **spice rack** or small shelf to keep your spice collection neatly organized. This keeps them easily accessible but out of the way of more frequently used items.
#### 2. **Store Kitchen Linens**
Many kitchens are short on space for storing towels, dishcloths, and other linens. If that’s the case in your kitchen, consider designating the cupboard above the fridge as a linen storage spot. Roll towels neatly and place them in bins or baskets, or fold dishcloths and stack them in a way that makes them easy to grab when needed.
#### 3. **Store Extra Cookbooks**
If you love collecting cookbooks but don’t use them often, this is a great storage option. Place your cookbooks in neat stacks or on a shelf inside the cupboard above the fridge. This will keep your counters clutter-free while still keeping your books accessible when you’re ready to try a new recipe.
#### 4. **Create a Beverage Station**
If you have a collection of extra beverages like bottled water, juices, or cans of soda, the cupboard above your fridge could serve as an ideal place to store them. Use bins or clear boxes to group similar drinks together. When guests come over, it’s easy to grab a drink without opening up your main pantry or refrigerator space.
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### Final Thoughts: Making the Most of Your Space
The cupboards above your fridge may seem like a neglected, hard-to-reach space, but with a little creativity and planning, they can be transformed into a functional storage area that helps keep your kitchen organized. Whether you use the space for storing less-frequently-used items, bulk goods, or kitchen gadgets, there are plenty of ways to maximize the potential of this often-overlooked area.
So, if you have those cupboards above your fridge, take a moment to evaluate how you’re using them and consider some of these organizational tips and tricks to turn them into a space that’s both practical and efficient. You may just discover a new favorite storage spot in your kitchen!
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