6 Storage Solutions for Your Kitchen Remodel

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If you are like many homeowners, you probably have a growing list of things that you love and hate about your current kitchen. Getting by with a kitchen that is not ideal does provide you with the opportunity to learn exactly what you do want in your space when you are ready to start your kitchen remodel. Two common problems in the kitchen are disorganization and lack of storage space. While certainly being an inconvenience now, on the upside of things you can better prioritize the wants versus needs list for your kitchen remodel. Here are a few storage solutions to help get your kitchen organized and running efficiently.

1. Knife Storage – Knives are one of those necessity items that you cannot operate without having nearby when preparing meals, however storing them properly is a different story. The run of the mill, sit on the counter knife block takes up much needed counter space and if you are an avid cook chances are you have put some money into your knife set. You won’t want to toss them in a drawer carelessly. When discussing your cabinetry layout with your remodeling contractor ask about a pull-out drawer design specifically for proper knife storage.

2. Pots and Pan Storage – How easily assessable are your pots and pans currently? Problems finding the corresponding lids? Your general contractor can factor in pull-out drawers where you can hang your pans, roll-out drawers for your larger pots and smaller ones for the lids to keep everything nice and tidy.

Trash Can Storage
3. Trash Can Storage – Adding in the built-in trash can drawers into your cabinetry keeps your garage out of sight and out of mind. There are models on the market that will accommodate one larger trash can and others that will accept two so that you can keep your recycling separated with ease.

4. Utensil Storage – Are you tired of your overflowing utensil jar being on the counter top taking up space? You can get pull-out drawers that have custom storage built in for oddly shaped utensils.

5. Dishwasher Storage – Varying models on the market offer different storage capabilities. Splurge for one that has a separate utensil drawer that slides in above the top rack. This will enable you to still utilize the top rack for cups, bowls and smaller items without taking up space in the bottom rack where your plates, pots and pans need room.

Wine Storage
6. Wine Storage – Are you an avid wine drinker? Adding a wine cooler into your base cabinetry has become one of the hottest trends. While not only keeping your beverages separated from your food, it also keeps them safe from any unnecessary vibrations that they would receive in your fridge. Chilled to perfection, you and your guests can then enjoy your favorite vintages.

How many of these storage solutions do you currently have in your kitchen? If some of these are on your wish list, your next solution is to hire a reputable general contractor like TWD. Since 1996 they have been helping homeowners just like you fall in love with their home again. Whether you are in the marketing for a few small upgrades such as these or for a complete kitchen make-over, they have a skilled design team that will design your kitchen around your needs while staying within your budget. Take a look at their website by going to www.TWDAZ.com and you will quickly notice the TWD Difference. Give them a call at (623) 544-1211 to schedule your free consultation in their full home remodeling showroom. They service surround areas in Arizona such as Surprise, Sun City, Goodyear, Buckeye, Glendale, Peoria, Phoenix, Paradise Valley, Scottsdale and further, so what are you waiting for? Call (623) 544-1211 today.