A kitchen is the heart of a home, a space where we spend lots of time in everyday life. A kitchen can be used for cooking, engaging with family, doing homework, or preparing for a party. When it comes to storage solutions in the kitchen, functionality, durability, and easy cleaning are top priorities. Usually, thoughts turn to storage solutions when there is a major renovation coming up, but you can also make your current kitchen’s storage function better with just small changes. You can for example keep your old cabinets and just create better storage solutions inside them.
A kitchen renovation or renewal is usually the kind of thing that is hoped to last for years to come, even decades. What should you keep in mind when planning an update in kitchen storage systems? How can you make sure the solutions that you choose stay clean and functional for a long time?
Functionality first when it comes to kitchen storage
One of the key points in planning storage solutions for a kitchen is functionality in everyday life. It’s important that your kitchen storage supports the core functions that are present in your everyday life, meaning that the solutions are situated in a logical way for you to use. Also, pay attention to quality and how the storage solutions can be used. For example, wire baskets that slide all the way out of the cabinet are handy as you can see with just one glance what is in them. Quality wire baskets do not have the risk of falling out of the cabinet on their own. Soft closing sides add a bit of extra comfort to everyday use.
Functionality is also related to what you want to store in each cabinet: heavy dishes need a sturdier option compared to light weight food packages. Go through your kitchen and consider what kind of storage needs you have in your home, where it would be most appropriate to store different things and what you would possibly like to change in your current storage systems. Even an old kitchen can easily be reorganized to function better for your everyday needs.
Keeping things clean is key
With food supplies, cooking, and fragile items, it’s not a surprise that there is more mess created in the kitchen compared to many other rooms in your home. Wire baskets are an especially tempting storage solution for kitchens, thanks to their very easy maintenance. A wire basket has an airy structure, which makes it easy for any dirt and dust to fall through the basket onto the bottom of the shelf, where it’s easy to wipe off. The basket itself is easy to clean with a moist rag and mild washing liquid.
The airy structure of the basket has another advantage as well: food supplies are stored in an airier way compared to a drawer or packed shelf, which saves you from unpleasant surprises lurking in the back of the cupboard. As wire baskets slide all the way out from the cabinets, you can see what is in them with just one glance. This way your cabinets stay cleaner, and you will avoid making unnecessary food waste as you don’t accidentally buy something you already have.
Focus on quality and durability
A wire basket’s coating and way of manufacturing play a big role in its quality, even when many wire baskets may look the same on the outside at first glance. A quality wire basket is at its best in an environment where it’s put to active use. A quality wire basket’s coating can stand the bumps and scratches of everyday life, while also being safe and not rubbing off on the surface of dishes. For example, all the coating on our dish washing racks is designed to stay fresh long even when wet. The coating also does not scratch the dishes during drying.
Slides play an important role when it comes to quality wire baskets – especially in kitchens, where heavy pots, pans and dishes are stored. Quality slides are safe and pleasant to use, without having to wonder if the slides will suddenly fall out of place. On the other hand, quality slides make it possible to lift the wire basket easily away for cleaning. Soft closing slides are especially pleasant to use.
What other qualities does a quality wire basket have? Read more here: How do I know when a wire basket is good quality?
Pay attention to waste sorting and recycling
Waste sorting and recycling is one of the areas in a kitchen that can be made more efficient with small changes. Innovative thinking and a few basic rules will get you far when it comes to waste sorting. The key is to design your waste system to match your household’s everyday habits. When choosing a waste system, it’s good to think about the number of waste sorting bins, attachment options for the waste baskets and possible accessories.
Read more about waste sorting systems here: A functioning waste system makes everyday life easier
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