{"id":78621,"date":"2024-06-05T17:03:15","date_gmt":"2024-06-05T10:03:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/?p=78621"},"modified":"2025-01-24T09:22:01","modified_gmt":"2025-01-24T02:22:01","slug":"most-people-think-these-cupboards-are-pointless-heres-how-to-properly-use-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/most-people-think-these-cupboards-are-pointless-heres-how-to-properly-use-them\/","title":{"rendered":"Most people think these cupboards are pointless. Here&rsquo;s how to properly use them"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Small kitchen cabinets located above your refrigerator can be a hidden gem of storage potential when utilized effectively. These often-overlooked spaces can help you declutter your kitchen, keep items organized, and maximize your kitchen&rsquo;s storage capacity.\n</p><p><img fetchpriority='\"high\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"aligncenter' size-full wp-image-109247 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/justmetalking.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2024%5C/06%5C/Most-people-think-these-cupboards-are-pointless.-Heres-how-to-properly-use-them.jpg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"512\"' height='\"640\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Most-people-think-these-cupboards-are-pointless.-Heres-how-to-properly-use-them.jpg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n</p><h3>In this article, we&rsquo;ll explore various ways to make the most of those cabinets and offer practical examples of how to use them efficiently.\n<h4>1. Store Infrequently Used Appliances\n</h4></h3><p>One of the most common uses for the cabinets above your fridge is storing small kitchen appliances that you don&rsquo;t use daily. Examples include:\n</p><ul>\n<li>Food Processor: If you only use your food processor occasionally for chopping or slicing, store it here.\n</li><li>Blender: Keep your blender out of sight but easily accessible for those occasional smoothie cravings.\n</li><li>Waffle Maker: Reserve this cabinet for appliances like a waffle maker that are used less frequently but are still essential\n</li><li><img decoding='\"async\"' class='\"aligncenter' size-full wp-image-78776 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/justmetalking.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2024%5C/06%5C/003_thumb2.jpeg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"640\"' height='\"480\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/003_thumb2.jpeg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n\n<h4>2. Organize with Bins or Baskets\n</h4><p>To make items more accessible and keep the cabinets tidy, consider using bins or baskets. Examples of items to organize this way include:\n</p><ul>\n<li>Baking Supplies: Group items like measuring cups, rolling pins, and pastry brushes in labeled bins.\n</li><li>Canned Goods: Use clear plastic bins to organize canned goods like soups, sauces, or vegetables.\n</li><li>Cookware Accessories: Keep pot holders, oven mitts, and trivets in a basket for easy access.\n\n<h4>3. Utilize Vertical Space\n</h4><p>Make the most of the vertical space by installing additional shelves or adjustable racks. Here are some examples of what you can store:\n</p><ul>\n<li>Cookbooks: Place cookbooks vertically to save space and showcase your collection.\n</li><li>Spices: Install small shelves to store your spice jars, creating a compact spice rack.\n</li><li>Glassware: Store seldom-used glassware or wine glasses vertically on shelves.\n\n<h4>4. Bulk Items and Kitchen Linens\n</h4><p>Small kitchen cabinets above the fridge are an excellent place to store bulk items and kitchen linens:\n</p><ul>\n<li><strong>Bulk Staples: Keep extra pantry staples, such as flour, sugar, or rice, in airtight containers.\n<li><strong>Paper Towels: Stock up on paper towels and tissues in this space to free up other areas.\n<li><strong>Kitchen Towels: Store kitchen towels, dishcloths, and cleaning rags here for easy access.\n\n<h4>5. Seasonal Items and Special Occasions\n</h4><p>Use the cabinets to store items that you only need during specific seasons or special occasions:\n</p><ul>\n<li>Holiday Decor: Keep your holiday-themed serving dishes, table linens, and decorations here until needed.\n</li><li>Picnic Supplies: Store picnic blankets, outdoor dining accessories, and reusable plates for warm-weather outings.\n</li><li>Special Serving Dishes: Reserve space for special occasion dishes, like fine china or elegant serving platters.\n</li><li><img decoding='\"async\"' class='\"aligncenter' size-full wp-image-78777 src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/justmetalking.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2024%5C/06%5C/4b99a5a998e8cf60db6990d292c0baa4.jpeg%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"390\"' height='\"640\"' srcset='\"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/4b99a5a998e8cf60db6990d292c0baa4.jpeg' https: sizes='\"(max-width:'>\n\n<h4>6. Regular Maintenance and Safety\n</h4><p>To ensure the cabinets remain functional and safe, remember to: Periodically review the contents of the cabinets and declutter items you no longer need.\n</p><p>Use a sturdy step stool or ladder when accessing items, ensuring your safety.<br>\nBe cautious with heat-sensitive items, as the space above the fridge can get warm due to the appliance&rsquo;s heat.\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"</p><p>Small kitchen cabinets located above your refrigerator can be a hidden gem of storage potential when utilized effectively. These often-overlooked spaces can help you declutter your kitchen, keep items organized, and maximize your kitchen&rsquo;s storage capacity. In this article, we&rsquo;ll explore various ways to make the most of those cabinets and offer practical examples of\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":109247,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"none","_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"","_seopress_robots_index":"","_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[410],"tags":[738],"class_list":{"0":"post-78621","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-life-hacks","8":"tag-lifehacks-hometips"},"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Most-people-think-these-cupboards-are-pointless.-Heres-how-to-properly-use-them.jpg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/78621","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=78621"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/78621\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":109248,"href":"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/78621\/revisions\/109248"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/109247"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=78621"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=78621"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/justmetalking.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=78621"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}</p></li></ul></strong></li></strong></li></strong></li></ul></li></ul></li></ul></li></ul>