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Did you know that clutter can contribute to depression, decreased focus, and overall tension in your household? So, if you want to stay attune with all things wellness, it’s important to keep your apartment home organized. This effort may result in several various projects – one being organizing your kitchen pantry. There’s no doubt that organizing a pantry can be daunting, especially depending on the type of space you’re working with. However, it’s an excellent way to inventory what you already have in your kitchen, all while decluttering your space. Here are three helpful ways to approach this effort.
Invest in clear containers and a labeler.
Clear containers are the gold standard, if you’d like to organize your belongings without losing track of what you have. This storage solution is especially helpful for bulk-bin items, like rice, grains, and nuts. With neatly labeled clear containers, gone are the days of having four partially open bags of quinoa. Plus, properly sealed containers keep out bugs and elongate the shelf life of your edible items.
Make use of household items to give your pantry more storage space.
You don’t have to buy specialty pantry storage items to make your space cleaner and more organized! From crates and pencil holders to magazine racks, household items can be a smart and inexpensive way to add even more storage to your pantry. If everything has a special place or holder, you’ll be less likely to mess it all up when rooting around for your dinner supplies.
Keep stock of your pantry’s inventory and update it regularly.
Keeping your pantry organized and in good shape doesn’t have to be a huge, time-consuming task. In fact, you can make pantry maintenance much easier on yourself if you take a few minutes to do a quick inventory each week. Knowing what’s in there is the best way to make sure you’re cooking and eating what you already have and avoid buying multiples of the same thing. This way, you can also make sure