Kitchen

When organizing your kitchen, look for ways to store items related to each other, such as mugs near the coffee station, as shown here.

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Place cutting boards and knives at a midpoint between the sink and refrigerator so you can easily access items from the refrigerator, cut and chop as necessary, and dispose of the remnants to the sink center, which holds the refuse containers.Find kitchen drawer organizers

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2. The Sink Center The sink center should be between the refrigerator and the range center, or cooking area, for maximum efficiency. Since sinks get the most use and traffic of any spot in the kitchen, centrally located sinks and dishwashers work best. Plan to have the most uncluttered countertop space in the sink center. The area in and around sinks is used for food-preparation tasks involving cleaning and cutting, as well as washing and cleaning up after meals. Place trash and recycling containers strategically so that tidy disposal happens effortlessly.Storage at sink centers includes places for everyday flatware, dishes and glassware, as well as activities involving waste management, dishtowel placement and storage, cleaning supplies, polishing and drying.

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3. Vertical Drop ZoneIf you just need a small landing space for a purse, briefcase and phone, a small drop zone may be the answer. An end cabinet is a handy spot to create an efficient storage system. Don’t forget to make use of the back of the cabinet doors, perhaps for hanging a whiteboard for notes or calendars, hooks for keys or a magnetic organizer.Find kitchen organizing products

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