Marie Kondo has made cleaning and tidying a new trend. Her KonMari method involves tidying the home by focusing on specific categories of items, rather than areas of the house. The goal is to find, keep and highlight items that spark joy. DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Schaumburg, a kitchen renovation expert, has tips to help you tidy up in the kitchen using the KonMari method.
Focus on Joy
The KonMari method is not about throwing items away. Rather, it’s about recognizing what’s important to you. It’s about keeping or adding things to your home that spark joy. You can think of tidying your kitchen as an assessment of how you cook, how you eat and how you store food. Start by assessing your kitchen tools, move on to your cutlery and plates, and then work on kitchen storage. Keep the items that make your life more convenient and happy.
Minimize Visual Clutter
Labels and ad-covered packaging can be an eyesore, particularly if they are grouped closely together. Consider transferring ingredients to transparent containers instead. You’ll see exactly what’s in the cupboard when you open it, and the interior will look more visually calm.
Use Shelf Extenders
Shelf extenders are convenient for stacking glassware or plates because they use the dead space above where items usually sit. Don’t be afraid to adjust shelving so you can store things more conveniently. If you use custom shelving, then have extra shelves made and make these extra shelves as small as you can. Keep items close to where they are most used.
These tips can help you make your kitchen tidier. However, they are not the ultimate solution to a small, cramped or unappealing kitchen. Sometimes, a kitchen remodel is in order. A kitchen remodeling project can upgrade your kitchen’s aesthetic, make its layout more functional and make it more convenient for you to cook.
DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Schaumburg is the top kitchen remodeling company in our area. You can count on us for all of your kitchen remodel needs. Call us at (847) 973-5097 to learn more about our services and products, or to schedule a consultation.
