Small kitchens can certainly be a challenge. Make use of these ideas to set up a kitchen that lets your inner chef shine. Many homes include kitchens that are less than ideal. The lighting could be terrible, the appliances old, the floors grimy … and counter space? Well, that’s a nice idea.
Taking advantage of Space in a tiny Kitchen
Get the most out of the kitchen space you do have using these tips.
Make room
You can create extra space, regardless if it seems impossible. Over-the-sink covers, cutting boards and colanders help increase your workspace.
Burner covers for your stove along with a large cutting board or tray can produce extra counter space when you’re entertaining and would like to set out snacks (provided you don’t need to use your stove).
Fold-up tables (attached to the wall or stand-alone) offer extra space when necessary. If there’s room, a butcher block or island instantly create food prep or storage space.
Another simple technique to create space? Pare down your belongings – especially on the counters – and just keep the necessities.
Go vertical
A wall above the stove may be perfectly suited for a pegboard where you can hang pots, pans and utensils. Magnetic knife and spice racks can fit into small wall spaces under cabinets or above sinks.
Refrigerators may serve as storage space for magnetic spice racks, towels, pot holders, or dry-erase boards or chalkboards, which are both useful and decorative. And over-the-cabinet hooks and towel racks add extra storage easily and quickly.
Use bookcases
Small bookcases are a kitchen’s best friend. They are usually perfectly narrow, they are available in many heights and they offer numerous storage options.
In addition to keeping cookbooks tidy, they can also hold pots, pans, dishes, food items, storage containers and baskets.
Add hooks to the side of your bookshelf to store aprons or other lightweight tools.
Add art and color
Art and color are fast methods to personalize a tiny kitchen. Color-coordinated kitchen accessories become art in and of themselves, and a simple color palette lets the eye rest in a tiny space.
When using every inch of space, don’t forget to leave room for a couple decorative elements. Hang attractive tea towels with pushpins for a practical splash of color. And fresh flowers on a shelf or table instantly brighten the space and add life.
For those who have a windowsill, an herb garden is a wonderful way to use the space and bring vibrancy. You could possibly even consider installing a vertical garden.
Cover eyesores
Every older kitchen has at least one eyesore: an ancient microwave, a scratched-up refrigerator or a hideous vinyl floor. If you’re not prepared to put down the cash for a remodel, cover these as best you can.
Cover exposed sink pipes with curtains connected to the bottom of the sink (bonus: extra storage space). Store your old microwave or replace it with a newer, more attractive version.
As for scratched or just plain ugly refrigerators and appliances, adhesive vinyl can produce a like-new look in a couple of minutes.
Cover unsightly floors with kitchen-friendly mats that also make standing at the counter easier on your feet, and refresh old cupboards and drawers with patterned or plain drawer liners.
Upgrade lighting
Lighting in any kitchen is hard to get right. Many fixtures make the space feel dated, and upgrading bulbs and cleaning light covers will make a big difference immediately. Consider installing adhesive under-cabinet lighting to better illuminate your workspace.
If you can direct your lighting, including track lighting, ensure that it points to the kitchen triangle – that well-worn path from the stove to the sink to the refrigerator.
If overhead lighting is scarce, think about using table lamps and even floor lamps. A floor lamp in a kitchen may seem odd initially, but put it at the end of a counter or tucked behind a table, and you’ll be thankful for the additional light.
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