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  • Kitchen Storage Tips
  • From "DIY Home Repair & Remodeling"
    episode DIR-123


    One easy way to add storage space to your kitchen is to install a tilt-out storage tray behind the false-front drawer in front of your sink (figure A).

    You can also install a dishtowel rack on the cabinet door below the sink (figure B). Another towel-bar option is the extension bar (figure C), which attaches to the wall under the sink.
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    Figure A

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    Figure B

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    Figure C


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    A spice drawer (figure D) comes in handy for organizing your spices.

    If high shelves are a problem, you can install a three-tier organizer in your cabinets (figure E). It'll allow you to see what's in the back of your cabinets.

    Flatware organizers (figure F) put an end to the jumbled silverware drawer.
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    Figure D

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    Figure E

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    Figure F


    For deep base corner cabinets, consider installing a lazy Susan. Freestanding lazy Susans are also good for organizing spices (figure G).

    To make recycling and trash chores easier, install pull-out containers on a track (figure H) inside a base cabinet.
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    Figure G

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    Figure H


    To organize cookie sheets and platters, install plywood separators (figure I) so you can store them on their sides.

    Install an under-cabinet wine rack along with a rack for wine glasses (figure J). Tape the rack in place while you install it to prevent it from falling.
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    Figure I

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    Figure J




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