Your kitchen is the heart of your home. It’s the place where you cook meals for your family and gather with your loved ones. There’s no doubt that the kitchen is one of the busiest rooms in your home, which means that it can quickly become the messiest.
That’s where innovative kitchen cabinet accessories come in. In this blog post, we’ll explore six things you can add to your custom cabinets to help you stay organized, no matter how chaotic your life is.
1. Hidden Trash Cans
One of the most popular kitchen cabinet accessories is the pull-out trash can. Not only does a hidden trash can give your kitchen a cleaner look, but it also mitigates odors, prevents kids and pets from getting into the garbage, and frees up space for other things. Plus, there’s typically room to stack the cans two deep, making it simpler than ever to sort your trash and recycling.
2. Spice Drawer
Chances are, your spice drawer causes you frustration when cooking. Without any sort of organization system in place, it can definitely be challenging to find the ingredients you’re looking for. Plus, all the little jars look so similar, it’s hard to tell the difference between oregano and basil at a glance.
There are two kitchen cabinet accessories that can help your spices stay organized. The first is a standard shallow drawer, but with slanted inserts that keep your spice containers in neat rows, making it easy to find what you’re looking for. The other option is a tall, multi-tiered pull-out cabinet with open shelves that allow you to see everything at a glance.
3. Drawer Organizers
Drawer organizers are one of the simplest kitchen cabinet accessories out there, but they are an incredibly effective tool for organizing small items. The small sections are perfect for sorting silverware and cooking utensils, preventing them from shifting around every time you open or close the drawer.
The best part is, you can add organizers to any existing drawer — no need for a custom build. You can buy drawer organizers almost anywhere, and they’re typically inexpensive. Simply insert the organizer into the drawer, place your items in the sections, and you’re done! Your junk drawer has never looked better.
4. Tray Dividers
Cooking trays can be cumbersome and awkward to store, especially if they’re on the larger side. When you store them stacked on top of each other, it’s hard to pull one out without the rest tumbling down.
Tray dividers are an innovative way to store your cookie sheets, muffin pans, and baking trays. They are inserted into a cabinet to create vertical sections for your baking trays. Think of it like a filing cabinet for your cookie sheets, allowing you to find exactly what you need without pulling everything out of the cabinet.
5. Pet Food Sections
Many people keep their pets’ food in the kitchen. The problem with setting up a feeding station on the kitchen floor is that things can get messy. Whether it’s tripping over an ill-placed bowl, an overzealous eater flinging kibble all over the place, or ants looking for a tasty snack, the floor does not make an ideal dining table for your furry friends.
One of the most helpful kitchen cabinet accessories for pet owners is a pet food section. Adding a low shelf, cut-out space, or pull-out drawer for Fido’s food and water bowls is an excellent way to keep your space neat and tidy while still treating your pet like part of the family.
6. Lazy Susans
Lazy Susans, also known as revolving or rotating trays, are a staple when it comes to kitchen cabinet accessories. This simple solution makes it easier to access items stored in a corner cabinet — all you have to do is rotate the tray, and you can bring items from the back of the cabinet within easy reach.
Lazy Susans aren’t just for corner cabinets. You can add them to any deep cabinet so you don’t have to strain to reach items in the back, making it more convenient to stay organized and helping you maximize your space.
Kitchen Cabinet Accessories from Rasmussen
At Rasmussen Custom Cabinetry, we are proud to offer a comprehensive range of kitchen cabinet accessories designed to make your life easier. Whether you’re a master chef or a busy parent, we can help you create a kitchen that fits your lifestyle and meets your unique needs. Contact us today to get started!
