Cabinet storage ideas for pots and pans
14 Pots and Pans Storage Ideas
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Maria Sabella
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Published on 08/11/22
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Whether you have a spacious kitchen with a large island or a tiny kitchen that has very limited cabinet space, storing cooking pots and pans can be a challenge. They can be bulky and take up a lot of room, long handles can be hard to fit inside small cabinets and lids can turn into a messy pile before you know it. Read on for 14 creative storage solutions and ideas.
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Install a Pot Rail Above Your Stove
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For smaller pots and pans and kitchen tools that you use on a daily basis, install a pot rail above your stove. Rails come in different sizes, from small ones that can hold a couple pieces to much longer rails. They use hooks to hold pots, pans, colanders, strainers and other kitchen items and are not just a practical organizational tool but a beautiful decorative feature. They come in various finishes, from antique brass to polished chrome, so you can easily find one to complement your kitchen style and decor.
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Hang a Pot Rack On the Ceiling
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If space permits, hang a pot rack on the ceiling. They are available in various sizes and price points, and are an excellent storage solution that utilizes an otherwise unused area in your kitchen. It keeps your pots and pans easily accessible and also adds a traditional decorative feature, especially if you add a couple copper pots into the mix. A pot rack hanging above a large kitchen island is a classic and timeless look you can't go wrong with.
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Hang Them Above the Countertops
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For a simple and traditional look reminiscent of an English country kitchen, hang pots above your countertops. Not only are they easy to grab when you need them, but they also provide a nice decorative accent, especially if you use a coordinating collection of pots such as these copper pots.
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Use a Lazy Susan Inside a Cabinet
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if you have a built-in lazy Susan inside your kitchen cabinets, or are planning on installing one during an upcoming kitchen remodel, it provides the perfect spot for storing pots and pans of various sizes. The main benefit is that you can easily access them without having to rummage through packed cabinets or removing pots that are in the front to get to those in the back.
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Use a Peg Board
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Perhaps the image of pots and pans hanging on a peg board reminds you of Julia Child's famous custom designed kitchen. A peg board is a great way to use vertical space that would otherwise go unused, especially if there isn't enough room for a shelf or cabinet. It also allows you to fully customize the storage layout — simply hang it on the wall and place hooks exactly where you need them to accommodate your pots and pans as well as other kitchen items.
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Utilize Floating Shelves
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Floating shelves provide extra storage as well as a place to display decorative kitchenware. Store smaller, less heavy pots and pans that you use daily or on a regular basis on floating shelves so they're always on hand.
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Store Them In a Drawer
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More and more kitchens feature drawers in the lower cabinets rather than shelves, and for good reason. It is much easier to reach for and find items such as pots and pans in slide-out drawers, without having to strain your back or having to remove countless items to get to the one stockpot that's hiding in the back.
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Add a Freestanding Shelf
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If you're short on cabinet storage, consider adding open shelving. When working with a tight space, think vertically and use a piece such as a ladder shelf. It'll give your kitchen a utilitarian vibe and provides both much needed storage for pots and pans as well as a spot to display your favorite cookbooks and mug collection.
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Use a Pan Organizer
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Instead of baking pans piling up and being hard to find, use a handy organizer such as this one to store them neatly. Each one will have a designated spot, they won't get scratched and it'll be easy to locate the pan you're looking for.
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Install a Pot Rail On the Range Hood
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Some range hoods come with a built-in pot rail on the front and sometimes on the sides as well. It is not just for decorative purposes and while it may not necessarily be the best way to store larger pots, it works well for smaller saucepans.
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Add a Cabinet Door Shelf
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Maximize every inch of your kitchen cabinets with mechanical shelves such as this one. They can be added to existing cabinets and are a great way to store pots and pans and utilize negative space that would otherwise be empty.
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Store Them In the Pantry
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Store larger, heavier or less frequently used pots and pans in a pantry if you have one. This way they don't take up valuable space in your cabinets and make room for more regularly used cookware.
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Keep It On the Stove
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If you have a beautiful Dutch oven, display it on your stovetop! It'll add a sophisticated yet homey touch, plus you won't have to lift it out of the cabinet every time you need to use it.
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Hang Pot Rails On the Wall
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If you have an unused wall in your kitchen that feels like wasted space because it's not large enough for a cabinet or shelves, consider hanging pot rails one above the other directly on the wall. You'll save cabinet space and utilize an otherwise wasted wall.
Kitchen Storage Ideas for Pots & Pans
Storage Solutions
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No matter how large your kitchen, there never seems to be enough room for all the cookware. Pots are bulky, their shapes and sizes vary, and those pesky lids seem to have minds of their own. Still, we don't have to sit back and live with the mess. We love the idea of upcycling materials like ladders and piping into pot storage racks; those less inclined to wield power tools will find plenty of readymade options here for corralling cookware, too.
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1. Go Over Board
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Sometimes the simplest solutions create the biggest "wow!" factor. With nothing more than a basic pegboard—and a few pegs and hooks—you can hang a whole lot of kitchen gear. If you want to jazz the display it up a bit, paint playful painted outlines around your tools and pots so you can remember what goes where.
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2. Roll Me Away
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Sometimes a store-bought storage solution, like this one from Lynk Professional=, is your best bet for keeping lids in line and sheet pans vertical. This heavy-gauge sliding wire rack glides out easily for accessibility and tucks out of sight for a clutter-free kitchen.
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3. A Different Point of View
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Those of us with small kitchens know that every square inch counts. In this modest space, a window is just the right size to accommodate a simple rack that's perfect for hanging handled cookware of all shapes and sizes. You may have to sacrifice the view, but you'll make up for it in convenience.
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4. Divide and Conquer
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This custom Dura Supreme cookware storage solution features a shallow compartment for lid storage that's installed in the upper section of a deep drawer. Arrange your pots and pans below, and you'll never again waste time hunting for lids.
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5. Upcycle Copper Pipes
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If you’re a DIYer who has more home improvement scrap material than you know what to do with (and you want to give your kitchen that “too cool for PEX pipe” vibe), use copper plumbing pipes to hang your cookware—or ask Etsy seller Johnnie and Suzie to make a custom rack for you. The copper piping is stunning, sturdy and fits right in with the ever-popular farmhouse-industrial aesthetic.
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6. Sliding into Home
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Another way to buy your way out of cookware clutter is this sliding system from SOYO. Made from heavy-duty stainless steel, the rack has a weight capacity of 150 pounds. Finally, a place we can hang those cast-iron Lodge skillets!
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7. Off the Rack
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Stacked neatly inside one another, pots and pans aren't the biggest obstacle to a tidy kitchen—it's the lids! Keep them in line by hanging them inside cabinet doors. The only hardware you'll need is a handful of adhesive Command hooks, spaced to fit each lid.
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8. Climb the Ladder
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If you can't trust your old, wooden ladder to support your weight, perhaps it can be repurposed to organize your pots and pans. A ladder plus cookware is a lot of weight to bear, so be sure to secure it to the joists in your ceiling before hoisting it up.
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9. Kick it Up a Notch
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Would you believe us if we told you that your kitchen had storage space that you didn’t even know about? Many kitchen cabinets have unfinished bases with decorative trim affixed to their front panels. Rather than leaving this space unused, consider installing toe-kick drawers, which are perfect for storing sheet pans and other cookware. While this project is doable for an experienced DIYer, it may be necessary to hire a professional in order to achieve a look that blends in with your existing cabinetry.
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10. Don’t Go in Blind
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Many kitchens are designed with blind corner cabinets, which feature valuable storage space that’s tricky to access. Make the most of every inch of your cabinets by installing a pull-out organizer that’s specifically designed for these difficult spaces. They’re perfect for storing pots and pans of varying sizes, and each shelf slides out independently for optimal convenience.
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11. Install Floating Shelves
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Many storage solutions for pots and pans are purely functional and don’t focus on aesthetics, but what if you have attractive cookware that you want to display? Enameled Dutch ovens and other bakeware come in fun colors and can be displayed as kitchen decor. If you have unused wall space, consider adding floating shelves that allow you to show off your favorite pieces.
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12. Stand Up
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If your kitchen lacks cabinet space but you’ve got an empty corner that’s going unused, consider a standing cookware storage rack. These standalone storage solutions feature several tiers, allowing users to stack their most used pots and pans so that they’re easily accessible. This particular model features eight tiers, measuring 68 inches high, and takes advantage of your kitchen’s vertical space.
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👆 Storing pots and pans in the kitchen: ideas and hacks
Storing pans in the kitchen becomes a problem when there are a large number of them. Pots are also added to them, which also need to be placed somewhere. Dishes should always be at hand, but at the same time not interfere with the hostess. The problem of storage is solved by special systems.
Pot and pan storage features
Contents
- Pot and pan storage features
- How to store pans in the kitchen
- How to store pots in the kitchen with the ceiling module
- How to store pots and pans in the pull-out baskets
- How to store pans in the kitchen with rails
- How to store pans in the kitchen with racks 0 0 0 0 0 Storage frying pans in drawer
- Pan storage shelves
- Pan organizer
- Table side
- Window storage
- Built -in panel
- Councils of housewives
- Options for storing pans and pots in the kitchen
- drawers
- Ikea Boxes
- on the hooks
- under the jobs in the cabinets in the cabinet in the cabinet in the cabinet in the cabinets surfaces
- On the wall of a staircase
- How to store pans: 10 fresh ideas
- 1 Shelf with hooks
- 2. Drawer
- 3. Perforated panel
- 4. Office of the Organizer
- 5. Multi -tier organizer
- 6. Organizer for a drawer
- 7. Table Organizer
- 8. Ceiling module
- 9. RALILING
- 10. PLASS 9000 9 Storing pots and pans in the kitchen
- Where to store pots and pans
- Ways to store pots and pans
- Storage for pots and pans
- Preparing for proper storage of pots and pans
- Conclusion
Housewives love to buy new dishes, but it's a pity to part with old pans and pans. Over time, a huge mountain accumulates, often falling out of the closet after opening the door. In addition to each kitchen item, there are lids. They create an even bigger problem. If you can stack kitchen utensils of different sizes, then such a number does not work with lids. There are many life hacks for storing pans and other utensils on the Internet, but first you just need to clean up the mess.
In the kitchen, only the necessary utensils are left at hand
Only pots and pans that are used are kept in storage. There are no "rubber" systems that can accommodate a dimensionless amount of dishes. The first step is sorting. With the old, not used for a long time kitchen utensils are parted without regret. Throw away dishes with chips, badly burned, with dents.
After the first sorting, counting is carried out again. There are a lot of frying pans left - another part is being cleaned in the pantry. The most necessary items are left for quick access.
Tip! When sorting dishes, they immediately discard the fear that all the products will not fit in the remaining items, however, pans or pots are not intended for storing dishes.
Cooked food is poured into containers, sent to the refrigerator. The vacated pan can be reused for its intended purpose.
After the second sorting, the situation is reassessed. When only the necessary items are left, their number is counted. Based on the results, they are already considering the best method or device for storage.
How to store frying pans in the kitchen
There are various ways and tools to make storing frying pans easier. Most often, special systems are used. They are located in the kitchen, choosing an empty space. Sometimes drawers of cabinets are taken under them.
How to store pots in the kitchen with the ceiling module
Taking up useful kitchen space is not a good idea. Here, every centimeter is important for the hostess. Only the space under the ceiling remains free and useless. Here it just can be used to store kitchen utensils.
The dishes can even be hung over the dining table.
Frying pans can be hung from the ceiling module. The fixture is a frame, usually in the form of a stainless steel frame with many hooks. The module is suspended above the work surface and even the dining table. Hanging pans are not bad taste. Similarly, kitchens are designed in the style of "chalet" or "rustic".
How to store pots and pans in pull-out baskets
Special pull-out systems have been devised to keep dishes out of sight. Their inner part resembles a basket. Here, frying pans are usually stored vertically, that is, they are installed sideways in the cells of a metal grid.
Drawer systems built into kitchen cabinets
Each system has its own characteristics. A basket with movable dividers is considered convenient. The element is moved by hand to the desired distance to make a cell that fits the size of the pan or pan. A vertically standing object is securely fixed, does not create a roar while using the basket.
There are systems for a certain set of dishes, as well as baskets where pots, pans and lids can be stored together. Embed the baskets inside the kitchen cabinet. Fastening is carried out from the inside to the facade. A popular option is a pencil case in the kitchen, where a basket, oven, and microwave are built in. A good place for the system is considered to be a cabinet located next to the sink.
Important! The American system for the domestic cabinet may not be suitable due to size mismatch.
How to store frying pans in the kitchen using roof rails
The railing system is an analogue of the ceiling module. The device is similarly a frame with hooks. However, it can be just a single crossbar, reminiscent of a clothes hanger, or additionally equipped with shelves. Rails are convenient for storing pans and lids. Fix the system on the wall, closet. A place in the kitchen is usually chosen near the stove.
Railings are conveniently placed on the kitchen wall near the stove
However, the place for railings can be not only the kitchen wall. If the house has a staircase to the second floor, then even this wall along the march is sometimes used to hang dishes. Only smoked pans look ridiculous in public. Beautiful expensive dishes are hung here, and decorative elements are attached between adjacent rails.
How to properly store pans with coasters
Housewives are accustomed to stacking kitchen items in the kitchen. This storage method saves space, but the dishes deteriorate. When it has a non-stick coating, scratches will appear on it if you put it in each other.
Stands allow stacking, but do not submerge the smaller item inside the larger item. Kitchen items are placed on a kind of shelf. Such stands are usually made of rods forming cells. Each pan is located on top of each other, only they do not touch each other.
Stands are also called dryers, as they are convenient to dry wet dishes after washing.
Place the stand in a cabinet or on a countertop. There are models fixed on the cabinet door from the inside. It is advisable to put a napkin or towel under the stand so that drops of water flowing from the dishes are absorbed.
Storing pans in a drawer
Modern kitchens are equipped with special cupboards for storing kitchen items. Furniture is a set of drawers. Platforms slide on special guide elements. A feature of the drawers is the presence of a high facade.
If desired, a separating basket can be installed inside and a tray underneath. Pans, lids, pots are placed separately in the separator cells. Moreover, they can be installed vertically, horizontally or at an angle, depending on the design.
Cabinet with drawers can be located under the hob
Pencil cases are created similar to pedestals. The kitchen attribute is narrow, but high. The pencil case is convenient for a small kitchen, as it allows you to store a large number of items due to its height.
Inside the pencil case there are shelves, stands, hooks and other accessories
The inside of the pencil case is equipped for storing various dishes. There may be stands, shelves. There are hooks, holders of covers. Combined cases are popular, where the upper part of the compartments is reserved for storing kitchen utensils, and a dishwasher or oven is built in from below.
Shelves for storing pans
Shelves are considered the simplest device for dishes. They are mounted not only inside cabinets, but also on the kitchen wall. Similar ideas for storing pans have been known for a long time. However, in a modern kitchen, everything should look harmonious.
Shelves look stylish on the walls of the kitchen, harmoniously combined with common furniture.
Shelves should preferably be matched to the overall style of the kitchen. It's good when they are the same color as the wall. The shelves become invisible, unload the space. Creates the effect of frying pans floating in the air.
Organizer for frying pans
An organizer is an analogue of the stand. The holder for storing kitchen items is usually made of stainless wire. The support is the stand on which the cells are located. A frying pan and a lid are vertically placed inside each compartment.
The organizer is installed on the countertop or inside the cabinet
This way of storing allows you to keep a set of dishes in one place. The organizer is placed in a free space on the countertop or placed in a closet. Under the stand spread a towel or napkin to collect the flowing water.
Table side
Handy frying pan holder in the form of a bar with hooks attached to the side of the kitchen table. In fact, this is a normal railing. Pans are hung on hooks by handles. Covers can be inserted between the crossbar and the table wall.
You can hide a decent amount of frying pans on the side of the table
The downside of the idea is the rapid wear of the furniture. Frying pans hitting the wall of the table upholster the coating. Scratches appear. In addition, flowing water adversely affects chipboard. Over time, the side shelf of the table swells and begins to collapse.
Storing dishes in front of a window
Usually there is free space in the kitchen in front of the window. Here, similarly, you can fix the railing on the entire window opening. A garland of kitchen items will replace the blinds. A jumper with hooks is hung at such a height that it is convenient to get the dishes, in addition, it should not cling to the head.
A row of frying pans above the window will replace the blinds
Built-in panel
In the kitchen cabinets are sometimes placed so that there are gaps between the side walls. A small space is unlikely to be useful for anything. If you think about it, you can store pans here too.
Built-in panel for dishes between the side walls of cabinets
Built-in panel in the empty space. Guide elements are required. The panel is a drawer, only it is not horizontal, but vertical. Frying pans, lids and other items are fixed on the wall of the panel with the help of hooks.
Tips for housewives
When storing dishes, it is important to follow the basic rule: kitchen utensils are placed as close to hand as possible, but do not clutter up the space. When using shelves, coasters and other devices, housewives are advised to buy pans not arbitrarily, but as a set. They are designed so that they fit into each other in size, forming a small stack. This method of storage is called "matryoshka".
Kitchen utensils are best stored if purchased in one set
When hung on the wall, all frying pans are visible to all. In order not to spoil the interior of a modern kitchen, old worn items are thrown away or hidden in a closet. Only new kitchen utensils are left in sight.
If the non-stick coating does not allow you to make "matryoshka", there is another trick. Each pan from the set is covered with a lid, but only turned over with the convex side inward. It is now safe to stack items in a stack. Each pan above will stand on a lid.
Options for storing pans and pots in the kitchen
You can't do without a pan in the kitchen. Moreover, in each house there are several of them. For everyday use, pancakes, stewing, plus wok, stewpan. All this needs to be organized somehow.
Consider today the storage of frying pans in the kitchen in drawers, in front of the window, on hooks and all other possible ways. Bonus - accessories for organizing order.
Drawers
Kitchen designers make special drawers for large dishes. It is important not to miss this point when ordering a headset. It is advisable to pre-calculate the height of the boxes, the depth. It is wiser to order one large box under the pans than several small ones. We recommend that you immediately specify the presence of separators, hooks.
Storage methods:
- nesting doll . Classic folding into each other. It has many disadvantages - it is difficult to get the lower pans. Often only the upper utensils are used. Soot remains inside the containers;
- vertical storage . The inside of the box resembles a basket with dividers. The most convenient option. All the pans are in plain sight, it is easy to get the right thing. Pot lids are also inserted into the dividers, there is a place for removable handles, coasters.
Pan drawer
You can make your own kitchen drawer. A great option for furniture bought a long time ago. The advantage of this method is the ability to accurately calculate the size, think over the location of dividers, hooks, taking into account the amount of your dishes.
Short answer. To store frying pans in the kitchen, built-in drawers, cabinets, Ikea baskets, roof rails and hook bars are used.
Can be stored hanging under or above a window, on the side walls of the headset, wall shelves.
IKEA drawers
Ikea storage systems allow you to compactly arrange a huge number of items in the kitchen. Cutlery, pots and pans do not take up much space. We recommend to take a closer look at the boxes and baskets.
Ikea also offers a wide variety of holders and dividers. The retractable organizer deserves special attention. It is a bar with hooks and a special mechanism. She goes forward, makes it easy to get the desired item.
Hooked
The vertical storage system is now at the peak of popularity. Therefore, roof rails are often used for dishes. They are mounted inside the furniture, outside, on the wall. It is important to correctly calculate the length and height. Frying pans with long handles should fit, do not touch horizontal surfaces. Hooks can be nailed directly to the wall.
How to store pans on the wall
How to properly store pans on hooks:
- pure only . In addition to washing, you need to dry. Otherwise, the walls will get dirty from water droplets;
- one piece . Do not hang multiple items. It looks ugly, makes it difficult to search;
- alternating . We recommend mixing containers of small and large diameter, with short and long handles.
The roof rails are placed above the stove, the working surface of the headset. A non-standard solution is to hang it from the ceiling. Depends on the height of the kitchen. Removing the frying pan should not turn into an obstacle quest. Sometimes real forged hooks are hung from the ceiling. Only they do not fit into every interior.
Adhesive plastic hooks are not suitable for frying pans. It is necessary to firmly nail, screw metal analogues to the wall.
On wall shelves
Kitchen shelves are often occupied by vases, figurines, crystal glasses. This is great when there is a lot of free space. If not, you need to use practical surfaces. Wide shelves are chosen for pans. The bottom, sides, handles should not hang down.
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Highlights:
- only solid shelves. Wooden and metal structures are used. No plastic, glass;
- it is important to pay attention to the reliability of fastening to the wall. The shelf must withstand heavy objects;
- no clutter. You can not stack pans in large piles, as in lockers. Falling is fraught with injuries, damage to the floor, furniture;
- pan lid. A kind of protection against dust. You do not have to look for a native or suitable cover throughout the kitchen;
- regular cleaning. The current problem of open storage. Even in a perfectly clean room, dust accumulates. In the kitchen there is also grease, splashes of water, food.
Ikea shelves are a good solution for the kitchen. The store offers interesting multi-level models, ready-made storage systems. There are options with hooks, rods under a horizontal surface. They are used for ladles, strainers, colanders. But you can also hang light frying pans of small diameter.
Under the desk in cabinets
A common storage option in the kitchen. Used by most hosts. Just not always right. Often lockers are clogged to capacity. Frying pans, pots are mixed with lids, molds. To maintain, maintain order, it is important to properly organize.
Main points:
- after washing the frying pan, dry it and wipe it dry. Drops of water damage furniture over time, leaving stains, stains;
- frying pans can be stored together with pots, cauldrons, other kitchen utensils. Do not keep near glass, plastic utensils for food;
- we recommend covering the bottom with film, foil;
- Modern non-stick frying pans cannot be nested inside each other. The surface will scratch and wear off.
To save space, you can replace the shelves with Ikea pull-out baskets. Such designs allow you to accommodate a large number of items. We recommend using all sorts of separators. They will prevent mixing of items, help maintain order.
Special drawer for frying pans
In front of the window
An interesting storage solution for small kitchens. It allows you to use the wall under the windowsill in the absence of radiators. The disadvantage is that at a low location a lot of dust settles, animal hair gets in. We recommend hanging higher.
Suitable options:
- in front of a window. Suitable only for bright kitchens. A bar with hooks is screwed to the slopes. Sometimes an additional open shelf;
- on the sides, openings between windows. Hooks, wooden slats, rods are placed on the walls in a chaotic manner. Suitable for storing ladles, sieves, colanders, and other kitchen items.
The method is more suitable for windows with blinds, compact roller blinds. Any moving species will quickly get dirty.
Do not place pans in front of windows for ventilation. Street dust will settle.
On the surface
Sometimes there is no space in the lockers. Then the kitchen utensils are placed on top of them or left on the work surfaces. For accuracy, we recommend purchasing special stands. They are miniature shelves.
Open storage in the kitchen is a good choice for pans that are used daily. The method is not the most hygienic. Frequent washing required. Dust settles on the surface, splashes fall. It is advisable to cover the countertop with cloth, paper. A good option is cling film. It does not spoil the view, reliably protects the furniture.
Benefits of open storage:
- space saving;
- easy search;
- is easy to get.
Cons:
- create visual noise;
- is not suitable for every interior;
- requires perfectly clean dishes;
- dust accumulates.
On the wall of the stairway
The wall of the closed staircase is a usable area. You can hang a shelf. But space doesn't always allow. Therefore, single hooks, railing, wooden slats are more often attached.
A great way to store - wooden grate, hanging panel. In addition to pans, decor is placed on it - beautiful plates, interesting Turks, spacing with handles. The place of storage turns into a highlight of the interior.
When using suspended structures, wall protection is required. Well, if it is painted with washable paint. Otherwise, we recommend sticking a film, moisture-proof wallpaper.
How to store pans: 10 fresh ideas
1 Shelf with hooks
Shelf with hooks will help you to conveniently and compactly organize the placement of frying pans, pots and stewpans. It will also perfectly fit into the concept of open storage and will suit those who resolutely refuse the upper closed cabinets of the kitchen set.
2. Drawer
The deep, roomy drawer is a great place to store essential utensils. To make it easy to find the right frying pan (and also to keep it in order it was not at all difficult), provide special divider inserts.
3. Perforated panel
Perforated panels (pegboards) are an up-to-date, flexible and multifunctional solution that allows you to organize your own storage system for almost any purpose. They can be supplemented with hooks, containers, roof rails and other accessories.
Why not use this move to place frying pans in the kitchen? You can fix the pegboard on the wall surface or supplement it with a retractable headset element (using even a very narrow space with maximum benefit).
4. Pull-out organizer
By complementing the headset cabinet with a special pull-out organizer accessory, you can neatly and stylishly solve the problem of storing frying pans. It also makes better use of the available space.
5. Tier Organizer
If you prefer to store your pans in a horizontal position, a special tier organizer is for you. It is not very expensive and allows you to abandon stackable storage in favor of faster access to the right dishes.
6. Drawer Organizer
If the idea of drawer dividers isn't to your liking, there's another way to organize pans in the drawer. A special organizer allows you to quickly find and get the dishes you need without rearranging everything from place to place and without wasting time looking for the necessary things among the stacked utensils.
7. Desk organizer
If there is absolutely no place in the headset cabinets to store frying pans, a desk organizer can help out. By the way, it is not necessary to place it on the countertop (especially if it does not please the area anyway): it can be placed on a wall shelf, on a microwave, refrigerator or windowsill.
8. Ceiling module
An idea for the brave - a special ceiling module designed to store frying pans, stewpans and other utensils. It would be especially appropriate to look above the kitchen island. Minus: such an element of decor visually clutters up the space. Therefore, turning to it, it is better to minimize otherwise open storage and not get carried away with wall decor.
Ideally, if the ceiling module and selected dishes look like a single whole and serve as a highlight of the interior.
9. Railing
Roof rails familiar to many housewives can help organize and place pans. By the way, you can use them not only for open storage, but also for organizing space inside headset cabinets.
10. Pull-out baskets
Pull-out baskets will help turn the lower cabinets of the headset into a place for comfortable placement of frying pans and other utensils. You can find them at almost any manufacturer of kitchens and storage systems: you will see how much more convenient and faster it will be to find what you need with such an accessory.
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Pots and Pans Storage
Choosing the right storage space will not only save space in your kitchen, but can also complement your kitchen décor by keeping dishes in plain sight. The most common storage options for pans and pots:
- in wall or floor cabinets,
- in large drawers,
- vertically on the wall with organizers,
- on open racks and shelves.
The pull-out system is often used in large kitchens where pans are lined up and covered with lids. The downside of the pull-out system is that the dishes take up a lot of space. This slows down the time to find the right pot or pan during cooking.
Open storage is popular today. Full height shelving and hanging shelves are the most common and modern alternatives to kitchen units. The disadvantage of this method is dust. The big plus is that you choose your dishes more carefully. Open storage promotes minimalism.
Metal lids should preferably be stored separately from pots and pans. The railings installed on the cabinet doors are perfect for this. Glass lids should be especially protected from damage. Any careless movement can ruin the cover. The use of cracked and chipped lids in the cooking process is unsafe for the health of households. Therefore, organize a separate place for storing lids from pots and pans.
Ways to store pots and pans
Where to store the pots in the cupboard or on the wall depends on the space in the kitchen. In a small room, it is better to place dishes in a cupboard like a “pyramid” or “matryoshka”. The principle of this method is that a smaller pot is placed inside a larger pot.
The most practical way to store pots and pans is to arrange them in alternating pan-pot, pan-pot or vice versa. The pot is placed in the pan. The whole regiment is forced by such pairs. With such storage, it will be much easier and faster to get the dishes. The lids are stored separately in the rails, or you can use the plate dryer.
One way to store pots is hanging storage. It is necessary to place hooks on the ends of the cabinet or shelves. Pots need to be hung by the handles on hooks. You can place them in sequence from the largest pan to the smallest. In this version, the pots are not only a practical item, but also a decoration of the kitchen. This storage option saves space and time for choosing the right thing for the hostess. All elements are in plain sight.
Pot and pan storage
One of the most convenient ways to store pots and pans is on rails. They can be homemade or purchased. Furniture stores sell a range of organizers that save space and hold the entire kitchen set:
- small hanging vertical pan rails,
- vertical metal holders,
- variable compartment organizers,
- specialized pan storage systems,
- dish dryer.
Keeping things organized will be easy and fun. In the most popular stores like ikea and hoff, you will find plenty of options for placing pots and pans for kitchens of any size. Moreover, these organization options can be used not only in boxes, but also on open racks. Do not store damaged utensils as they may be harmful to health.
Preparing for proper storage of pots and pans
Many housewives do not realize that careful handling of the pot affects its life. Here we will talk about the basic rules for the proper use of pots and pans.
After washing, before putting the pots back into the cupboard, dry the dishes thoroughly. Leave them in the dryer until completely dry or dry them with a towel. So you will avoid quick damage to your utensils.
Preferably cook food on medium or low heat and be careful not to burn the food. So dishes made of any material will last for many years. If, nevertheless, the dishes are burnt, do not immediately scrape them with a sharp object, otherwise you will damage the structure of the enamel or Teflon coating. In this situation, it is necessary to let the pan stand in a soapy solution for 1-2 hours. Then, with smooth movements, without pressing hard, you can clean off the burnt layer using a metal brush.
Conclusion
Cooking pans in the kitchen can be stored inside the oven when not in use. Many modern gas stoves have a drawer at the bottom. He, too, will go under the kitchen utensils. You just need to look closely, find these empty places and use them for their intended purpose.
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Ideas for storing pots and pans in the kitchen: convenient, practical and beautiful
Contents:
- Look around the space
- Perforated wall panel
- Stands, stands
- Railing system with hooks
- Sections in a drawer cabinet
- Where to put the covers
Storing pots and pans in the kitchen can be creative. You have to use your imagination when there are too many utensils and not enough space. It's good that the manufacturers have already thought of everything and provided us with the opportunity to quickly improve our home.
Look around space
Pots and pans are stored in the kitchen shelving along with cereals, flour and a range of other foods and spices. If everything you need does not want to fit in one place, then you should reconsider the contents of the cabinets. Surely some items are rarely used or completely forgotten. Move them to the pantry, donate them, unusable ones - throw them away. Put the most necessary utensils in the foreground.
Organizations require not only dishes, but also products. It makes sense to prepare containers, attach additional hooks, gratings and shelves. And in order for the placement of pots to be not only convenient, but also aesthetic, pay attention to the methods described below.
Perforated wall panel
This fixture is simply indispensable for small kitchens. A sheet of perforated steel or plywood is mounted on the wall. Holders for pots, pans and other utensils are attached to it. It is possible to store metal appliances without hooks, but with the help of magnetic systems.
Pegboard looks very appropriate in the kitchen, do not be afraid of such design decisions. Models are available in different colors and shapes. It is not only original, but also very functional. The board is suitable for any area: its dimensions are adjusted. The most budgetary and miniature variety is magnetic tape.
Advice
It is recommended to mount all accessories at the height of your height so that you do not expose yourself to chairs and ladders every time.
Stands, stands
Many housewives found the pot rack system very convenient and attractive. A special organizer has several slots, including for covers.
The Swedish IKEA store offers a wide range of tools to better organize your kitchen. There you can buy additional coasters that fit in cabinets, hanging baskets, racks and more.
Railing - system with hooks
Shelves with hooks for hanging culinary utensils can be placed anywhere. The most convenient location for the railing is next to the hob. This makes cooking convenient and fast. By the way, this system can have not only hooks, but also various stands.
Not all housewives approve of the placement of rails near the stove, as during cooking, drops of fat get on the dishes.
Other options for placing rails and hooks are on the side of the cabinets and inside, above the window and even under the ceiling if it is high enough. Pretty pans in plain sight - this is an original solution for a country-style interior. Important: when installing the hanging system, make sure that it does not interfere with walking.
Miss Clean magazine advises keeping pots and lids in good condition if they are placed in plain sight. Thoroughly wash them from soot so that they shine.
Tip
If there is no space for a railing, simply drive a couple of nails into the wall or shelf, or glue special decorative hooks with good glue.
Sections in drawer
If you're lucky enough to have a large drawer that can hold all your pans and pots, including their lids, here's an idea. It will simplify this organization as much as possible: make a division into sections for each individual utensil and at least two tiers so that the cabinet is filled to the brim, and not just at the bottom. Items will not be mixed, each will have a soybean niche. You can build partitions and shelves from thin wooden boards. It is worth adding hinges so that the shelves open, revealing the lower tier.
Where to put covers
Pot and pan lids can sometimes be more difficult to place than the dishes themselves. They are all different, with convex handles that do not allow stacking utensils normally.
The best option is an organizer on the cabinet door.