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20 Walk In Pantry Ideas You’ll Want to Copy
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Let’s face it: kitchen cupboards and countertops only have so much room. For foodies, families, bulk shoppers, and kitchen gadget lovers, a walk-in pantry can be a real lifesaver. This small room offers extra storage for canned goods, dry foods, beverages, snacks, and kitchen supplies.
It’s time to beautify this storage space and maximize its usefulness with better pantry organization and storage. Your walk-in pantry is a good investment. Many homeowners want a walk-in pantry—it’s something you can enjoy now, and benefit from later if you ever decide to sell your home.
Keep reading for our 20 walk-in pantry ideas to help keep your kitchen clutter-free.
1. Wrap-Around Shelving Systemistockphoto.com
Looking for walk-in pantry shelving ideas? Organize your walk-in pantry with a shelving system that gives everything a place. When you know exactly where to find what you’re looking for, you don’t waste time looking for a particular item and you avoid re-buying items you already have. Better organization instantly makes a pantry look nicer and makes more efficient use of the vertical space that’s available. It’s a practical investment that enables you to store heavy or seldom-used items on lower shelves, and more commonly used items within arm’s reach.
2. Pocket Door
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Doors on hinges may do home chefs a disservice. Unless a door is closed, it takes up more room than it needs to. This walk-in pantry idea is to swap out a traditional door with a pocket door, enabling you to keep the doorway clear without a doorstop. With a door that simply slides out of the way, you can quickly pop in and out of the pantry while preparing a meal.
3. Stand-Alone Wire Shelvingamazon.com
Built-in shelving looks beautiful in a walk-in pantry, but it can be a little pricey. Small or narrow walk-in pantries may not require all-around shelving, and a standalone unit works very nicely, offering extra storage in a small space.
A wire shelving rack is easier to keep clean as well, as any crumbs or spice spills tend to slip through gaps and down to the floor. A quick dust and sweep keeps these shelves and the pantry looking their best. These sturdy, highly rated wire shelves are available on Amazon.
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How often do you use your rice cooker or electric mixer? If it’s not an item you use daily, it’s cluttering up your countertop or taking up valuable space in your kitchen cupboards. Relocate these small appliances to a dedicated space in your pantry instead. People who have kitchens with walk-in pantries will find this idea to be a fantastic storage solution for all your kitchen gadgets that need a home.
Related: 16 Foods You Should Never Store in Your Pantry
5. Lazy Susanscontainerstore.com
Spice jars, cooking oils, sprinkles, and other smaller bottles and containers can get lost on a jam-packed shelf.
Rather than having to pull out multiple jars, cans, and bottles to get to the product you need, make your walk-in pantry more user-friendly by displaying smaller items on a lazy susan. Rotate the turntable to swiftly locate and pull out the item you need without moving other items out of the way first. These lazy susans are available from The Container Store.
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First in, first out is how restaurants and grocery stores stock their perishables. Putting older items in front of, or on top of, newer packages of the same goods ensures you’re using up the products that expire first. This type of organization saves money and generates less waste as it encourages you to use up an open package before opening a new one. Sorting your walk-in pantry this way also makes it more efficient to clean out, as you know the items on top expire first.
7. Narrow Countertopistockphoto.com
For walk-in pantries that have the space, a narrow countertop is a convenience you won’t want to be without.
It also looks sharp, making your pantry resemble a kitchenette.
A countertop offers you a place for small kitchen appliances that may not be used every day, like toasters or espresso machines. It’s also a terrific place to collect and sort your items before bringing them into the kitchen, and it gives you a place to put grocery bags full of pantry supplies.
8. Cover Shelvesamazon.com
An affordable and easy way to freshen up the appearance of a walk-in pantry is to use a shelf liner or cover. Not just aesthetically pleasing, shelf liners can be practical too, offering a nonslip grip for your pantry items.
If you’re apt to frequently change up the look in your pantry, selecting a shelf cover that’s non-adhesive makes it easy to swap out different designs or materials. Adhesive laminate shelf liners, like this highly rated option available on Amazon, easily wipe clean with a damp cloth and brighten up the shelf space in the pantry.
9. Carry Over Your Kitchen Styleistockphoto.
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Think of your walk-in pantry as an extension of your kitchen. Creating a cohesive style that flows from your kitchen into the pantry makes a home look more elegant (and the pantry doesn’t look like an afterthought). Use the same colors, tiles, cupboards, handles, or lighting fixtures to tie the two rooms together. When your pantry reflects the same style, you’ll want to leave the door open to show off its beauty.
Related: All You Need to Know About Butler’s Pantries
10. Use the Back of the Doorcontainerstore.com
Being smart about the available space you have in your walk-in pantry means you look at all opportunities for storage—especially if the pantry is compact. If you don’t have a pocket door for the pantry, there’s usable storage space on the back of the door.
This can be a great place to add some hooks for aprons or install a door rack, which turns the area behind the door into functional space. Install this over-the-door rack from The Container Store to help fit everything you need into the pantry.
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You’ve heard of a statement wall, but what about a statement door? Add some extra charm to the pantry with a decorative door to make it stand out from closet and washroom doors. Decorative doors come in a variety of styles and sizes, so before ordering a door, make sure it fits the doorway (also ensure you order a door that has the hardware on the correct side). One of our favorite decorative pantry doors is this one from The Home Depot.
12. Build a Closet in the Kitchenistockphoto.com
A kitchen with wasted space is a sign that an overhaul is needed. If there’s a nook, corner, or even unused space under the stairs, it can be converted into a kitchen closet, or a modest kitchen pantry. If you’re a serious DIYer, you can build a frame, install the drywall, attach the door, and all the little steps in between over a few days.
13. Cabinets and Drawerscaliforniaclosets.
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Shelving is practical, but cabinetry elevates the appearance of a walk-in pantry. Adding doors or drawers makes the pantry look less cluttered, while leaving your food supplies and kitchen gadgets easily accessible. Cabinetry that matches or complements the style in the kitchen creates a cohesive aesthetic through the home. The cabinets in the above photo are available from California Closets.
14. Don’t Overstockistockphoto.com
One of the great joys of a pantry is its visual nature. When preparing your grocery list, a well-organized pantry makes it easy to take stock of what you need and what you’re running low on. Organization reduces overspending and buying more than you require. Though pantries offer additional storage space, they still have limitations. Avoid stuffing your pantry with multiples of the same item to keep your pantry neat and clutter-free.
15. Clear, Stackable Food Storageamazon.com
Airtight containers help keep food, spices, and baking supplies fresh.
Investing in clear, stackable food storage containers is a worthwhile investment for two big reasons. One, you can see exactly how much of a particular item you have and can add any low-stock items to your grocery list. Two, stacking containers make the most of the space you have available while keeping the stacked items stable and secure. We like these highly rated OXO containers, available on Amazon.
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A true home chef has a vast collection of seasonings and spices to make their food memorable. But the one drawback of having so many flavors in a kitchen is having enough space for them. Storing every spice in a cupboard makes it tedious to find the one you’re looking for. Spices should be stored in a specialty spice rack so you can always find the seasoning you need. Midwest Classic Crafts’ door-mounted spice rack on Etsy enables you to store dozens of spice bottles in a convenient location in the pantry.
Related: Start Fresh: 10 Things in Your Kitchen You Need to Toss ASAP
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A versatile cart levels up your walk-in pantry game. Load it up with the items you need from the pantry to avoid going back and forth from the kitchen, use it as a serving caddy, or even as a makeshift drink cart when guests are over. There are a multitude of ways a pantry cart adds value and convenience to your home, and it’s one classy addition to your next dinner party. This sleek kitchen cart is available on Wayfair.
18. Ensure Adequate Lightingistockphoto.com
Dingy pantry lighting really puts a damper on this space. If you’re squinting to read labels, or it’s too dark to tell if the room is clean or dirty, it’s time to revamp the lighting in the pantry. It may be as simple as changing to a brighter bulb, or perhaps the entire fixture should be replaced with a stylish and bright ceiling light. Spending a little money to improve the lighting makes a tremendous difference in the pantry’s appearance.
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Corral Fresh Produceamazon.com
Having a supply of fresh produce on hand makes it easier to grab a healthy snack. Instead of overflowing the kitchen fruit bowl, store extra vegetables and fruit in the pantry. When you shop for groceries, bring along reusable produce bags to eliminate the need for plastic, and use these bags to store your bounty of produce neatly in the walk-in pantry (without the apples and oranges rolling away). You can find these reusable mesh produce bags on Amazon.
20. Keep a Step Ladder Nearbyamazon.com
Home chefs come in all sizes, and let’s face it, some of those higher shelves are even out of reach for tall folks. When you make the most of your pantry space, your shelving and storage may put some items up high. Tucking a small step ladder into the corner of your walk-in pantry ensures you’re always able to reach what you need. We like this Delxo aluminum ladder from Amazon because it has a high weight capacity, stability, and it only weighs 9 pounds.
45 Gorgeous Walk-In Kitchen Pantry Ideas (Photos)
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Welcome to our walk-in kitchen pantry design collection.
There are 2 main types of kitchen pantries. They are:
First, there are walk-in pantries, which is usually what people mean when they refer to a pantry. It’s a designated room off the kitchen used for storing dry goods, appliances and anything else typically used in the kitchen.
The second type is a built-in pantry which is in the kitchen and is a floor to ceiling set of cupboards designed for storing dry goods.
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Large kitchen featuring hardwood flooring and a large center island with marble countertop lighted by pendant and recessed lights.
There’s a walk-in pantry as well.
A close up look at this pantry with a white finish and a hardwood flooring.
Large walk-in pantry with navy blue counters topped by a thick plank. The hardwood flooring matches well with the white walls.
Large kitchen pantry featuring tiles flooring and a brick pillar.
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A closet pantry with white cabinetry and shelves along with a hardwood flooring.
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This walk-in pantry features white walls and cabinetry along with hardwood flooring.
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A small walk-in pantry with gray doors matching the kitchen’s gray finish shade.
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Large walk-in pantry with a hardwood flooring and smooth countertops.
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A small walk-in pantry with a thick plank countertop and white cabinetry and shelving.
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Large walk-in pantry with white walls and cabinetry. The white counters are equipped with a smooth white marble countertop.
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A small walk-in pantry featuring a French door and a pendant lighting.
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This large walk-in pantry features rustic finish counters with granite countertops. This pantry is lighted by a glamorous pendant lighting.
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A small walk-in pantry with an espresso finish hardwood flooring and door together with white walls and shelving.
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This walk-in pantry features a wooden sliding door along with rustic finished counters with granite countertops.
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Large walk-in pantry offering multiple cabinets and shelves, along with white counters with black granite countertops. The checker flooring looks stylish as well.
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This narrow walk-in pantry features hardwood flooring that matches the wooden counters and shelving.
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This walk-in pantry features hardwood flooring along with a ladder. White walls fit well with the white cabinetry and shelving.
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A rustic kitchen with a stylish center island along with a walk-in pantry with espresso finished shelves and countertop.
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This small pantry features white counters and rustic shelving matching the hardwood flooring.
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This pantry boasts pretty countertops with a lovely indoor plant. The white cabinetry looks just perfect for this room.
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A close up look at this pantry’s white shelving and cabinetry.
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Large pantry with a hardwood flooring topped by yellow striped rug.
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This pantry boasts walnut finished shelving together with stylish tiles flooring.
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Large walk-in pantry featuring white shelving, white tiles flooring and a white fridge.
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A narrow walk-in pantry featuring white shelving, white counter and a white countertop.
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This beautiful kitchen also features a walk-in pantry with white walls and shelving along with hardwood flooring.
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This pantry offers white shelving together with hardwood flooring.
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Large pantry featuring tiles flooring, white counters and rustic countertops.
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This kitchen features a small pantry with a yellow door.
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This pantry features very beautiful backsplash. This add style to this pantry with white shelving and counters with marble countertops.
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This kitchen features a small pantry with white shelving and counters.
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This pantry boasts a green finished shelving along with the hardwood flooring.
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This pantry with white shelving and a counter also features a marble countertop. There’s a ladder too, set on the hardwood flooring.
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Large walk-in pantry with navy blue counters topped by a thick plank. The hardwood flooring matches well with the white walls.
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Large walk-in pantry with white walls, white shelves and white counters along with its white countertops.
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This kitchen features a small pantry with white doors and shelves.
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This kitchen features a uniquely designed pantry. This idea is an absolute genius.
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A narrow walk-in pantry lighted by track lights.
This walk-in pantry features a counter with white countertop and a sink. The flooring looks like a perfect fit with this pantry.
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This modish pantry features white shelving, walls and counters along with a rustic shade from the hardwood flooring and the door.
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A large walk-in pantry with reddish tiles flooring along with walnut finished cabinetry and shelving. There’s also a wine cellar on the side of the room.
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Large walk-in cabinetry featuring white counters with black countertops. The walnut finished shelves match with the hardwood flooring.
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This walk-in pantry features white cabinetry, white shelving and smooth white countertops. It also features recessed lights installed on the shelving.
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This pantry offers stylish counters and shelves along with an elegant pair of ceiling lights.
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Large walk-in pantry with walnut finished shelving. The marble countertops look absolutely gorgeous.
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A small walk-in pantry featuring white shelves and a hardwood flooring.
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A modish kitchen featuring beautiful tiles flooring and a stylish center island with a pair of pendant lights. There’s a pantry on the corner as well, featuring white counters and marble countertops.
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Large walk-in pantry with white walls, white cabinetry and white tiles flooring.
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Simple or Luxurious
Like many rooms, a pantry can be simple with basic wire shelving or it can be luxurious with custom built-in cabinetry, nice lighting, and top-flight flooring.
While luxurious is nice, having even a bare-bones pantry is a super nice too. Storage of any type is a premium feature.
You want good lighting that does not get in the way. Recessed lighting is a very good option because it can be bright and it doesn’t hang down so you won’t whack your head on anything.
What should you store in a kitchen pantry?
That’s the beauty of it. You store whatever you like. Most people use it for dry-goods storage. But you can also store small appliances or anything else.
Best location?
If you have the option, you want to place your pantry right off your kitchen. We have a walk-in pantry, but it’s down a small flight of stairs (we live in a split-level) so it’s a hassle to get to. Don’t get me wrong, we love having it, but in a perfect world it would be right off the kitchen.
Open or closed shelving?
I strongly recommend open shelving. This makes it so much easier to place items away and find them. It also allows you to place more cabinetry in a tighter space because you don’t have to account for swinging cupboard doors.
How much space should you place in between shelves?
It really depends on what you plan to store. If you’re into canning, for instance, and you plan to only store smallish cans/jars, you can get away with 6″ to 10″ in between shelves. However, if you’re going to store larger containers, you’ll want at least 12″ or even more in between the shelves.
Adjustable height shelving is best
One thing to consider is using an adjustable height shelving system. This way as your needs change you can adjust your shelving spacing. We don’t have this, but it would be a very nice feature to have.
Worth the expense?
Yes, absolutely a pantry is worth the expense and cost in space. A cluttered kitchen is not fun to work and it can be frustrating to not have sufficient storage for food and/or small appliances.
With a properly planned pantry, you can ensure you always have plenty of food on hand for any occasion making your weekly shopping a bit easier because you need only get fresh food (milk, eggs, meat, veggies and fruit).
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Closet-pantry in the kitchen: photo examples - WikiStroy
Closet-pantry in the kitchen: photo examples In very many kitchens in Western countries, you can find such an interesting piece of furniture as a pantry cabinet. It can be freestanding, in the form of a small niche or part of the entire headset. In Russian kitchens, a pantry closet is still a rarity, the RMNT website will show you how it can look like. https://www.wikistroi.ru/story/furniture/shkaf-kladovaia-na-kukhnie-fotoprimiery https://www.wikistroi.ru/story/furniture/shkaf-kladovaia-na-kukhnie-fotoprimiery/@@download/image/WSdgaCKu.jpg
In very many Western kitchens you can find such an interesting piece of furniture as a closet. It can be freestanding, in the form of a small niche or part of the entire headset.
In Russian kitchens, a pantry closet is still a rarity, the RMNT website will show you how it can look like.
In the understanding of the inhabitants of our country, a pantry is a separate, cramped room without a window, which usually turns into a warehouse for various things. How can you equip such a pantry, a portal RMNT.RU already wrote . For food storage, such typical pantries, always found in "Khrushchev", are also used. But for the most part, only for preservation. It is inconvenient to store salt, sugar and stocks of cereals there - too far from the cooking zone in the kitchen.
In the West, this problem has long been solved simply - a whole cabinet or a niche in the kitchen is allocated for a supply of products that do not need to be stored in the refrigerator.
Traditionally, a closet-pantry has lower drawers for vegetables, fruits and bottles, and the upper part is occupied by shelves on which anything is stored - cereals in jars, pasta, canned food, cookies .
.. Sometimes they put a bread box here - why not.
In order to save space in pantry cabinets, doors are almost always used. Shelves, roof rails for small packages and bottles are also equipped on them.
The closet-pantry can be very small. It all depends on the size of the kitchen itself and the needs of the owners. Someone is accustomed to keeping a strategic supply of food not just for a week, but in case of unexpected guests or cataclysms. And someone is purchased as needed and does not use a lot of space for food storage.
What can you compare a western pantry closet to? Of course, with our traditional buffet! Now they are perceived as retro furniture , but regularly perform their functions of storing food and utensils.
Closets-pantries are usually hidden behind doors that allow them to become part of the kitchen set. Of course, if the closet does not stand separately, at a distance.
Or does not represent a niche. In this case, you can even use a curtain or a barn door that is fashionable today.
The advantage of having a pantry closet in the kitchen is obvious - all the products are in one place. It's easy to make a list of what you need when you go shopping, it's easy to put everything in place without running around the kitchen. And the stock of food has not interfered with a single family, there is no need to go to the store every day.
Closets-pantries, of course, allow you to maintain order in the kitchen. Ergonomics experts advise placing them near the refrigerator to create a comfortable storage area for all, without exception, products in the house.
By the way, not only products can be stored in storage cabinets. Here you can put, for example, microwave oven and other small household appliances.
When planning the decor of your future kitchen, think about whether there is a place for a closet-pantry.
This is a useful addition that allows you to properly organize the space and get ample storage space.
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Whether you're building a new pantry, remodeling an old one, or just looking to adapt your kitchen, the following pantry ideas are worth considering.
Practical Positioning Plan
Practical Positioning PlanChoose the ideal location within your kitchen space for maximum benefit and ease of use. A well-placed pantry should be right next to your refrigerator or stove so you don't have to travel far to get your essentials. Consider also placing it next to workspace elements such as an island or table to make unpacking a little easier!
Look for smart solutions for small kitchens
Look for smart solutions for small kitchens Pantry-style storage is still entirely possible, even if your kitchen is small. See how to organize a small kitchen to maximize space by adapting your wall space to serve the same function.
Think long, narrow shelves, just enough depth for two jars or a sack of flour. Maximize space by using wire baskets to store any jars horizontally.
Consider drawer height
Consider drawer heightFloor-to-ceiling drawers may look great online or in interior magazines, but they're not always useful. They are only practical up to a certain level, because after a certain height you cannot see into them. Lower level boxes are preferable as you can easily access them.
Use space with floor-to-ceiling shelving
Shelving that goes all the way to the top is especially useful in buildings with high ceilings and can really help you make the most of your available space. Using the full height of the room and the depth of the cabinets means every inch serves a purpose.
To make it easier to access higher compartments, designers suggest using a special ladder or stepladder, which will not only help you reach higher shelves, but also complement the interior of your kitchen.
Consider sliding doors to hide the clutter
Think sliding doors to hide the clutterUsing sliding or retractable doors in an open plan pantry has two main advantages. Doors help the space blend in with the overall design of your kitchen, and installing them also means you can close your storage door—we all know it won't always be clean.
Fit special bottle sections
Install dedicated bottle racksBottles can be inconvenient to store given their height and fragility, so installing storage just for them can really save space. It also means you can see your best drinks or condiments at a glance without having to move things around, which can lead to accidental spills and breakage.
Add some color
Use the accent kitchen paint color idea to make your pantry stand out in style. A pantry is a practical advantage for your kitchen space, but it can also be beautiful. If you want your pantry to stand out, make a bold statement by adding some color or integrating that color with your cabinets.
The simple addition of color can make what is a purely efficient space appear more elevated.
Consider all your storage needs
Consider all your storage needsWhen planning and decorating your dream pantry, remember that this doesn't necessarily mean one size fits all. The space can include more than just pre-packaged food in aesthetically pleasing glass storage jars, it can fit all your storage needs in one place.
Consider having shelves and compartments tailored for specific alternative storage. For example, why not put a plate rack and some glassware storage in the middle to meet all your needs in one space? Don't limit your design to a standardized layout, aim for something small. Compartments and wider spaces for everything you need to fit your pantry to your personal needs.
Repurpose a chest of drawers
Repurpose a chest of drawers If you're dreaming of a chic freestanding pantry but don't have the budget to buy custom furniture, you can create your own pantry look by repurposing a kitchen display chest of drawers.
A simple chest of drawers can be instantly transformed into a pleasant pantry, with stylish jars and storage baskets neatly arranged on the shelves to provide stylish storage for your kitchen essentials. If you're choosing a glass-fronted cabinet, make sure your internal storage looks cohesive, so choose the same color or material to unify the look.
Look for smart pull out shelving
Look for smart pull out shelvingTransform your tall cabinet with smart pull out pantry, which is simply a metal frame that attaches to the inside of the door with internal storage baskets that automatically slide out when the door is opened. This thoughtful solution can double your storage space and make it easier to access groceries at the back of your cabinet.
Tall drawers or pantries are ideal for storing non-perishable food, and the wipeable bottom is easy to clean in the event of a spill. Internal drawer designs are also handy for smaller items and allow you to quickly and easily open the contents while cooking.
