The Space-Saving Solution That Prevents Soap Bottles From Cluttering Kitchen Counters

Do you find yourself knocking over the soap bottles surrounding your kitchen sink anytime you try to wash your hands or prepare a meal? This is not only inconvenient, but having all your favorite soaps and cleaners out on your countertops can make the space feel cluttered. One simple DIY hack to decluttering kitchen countertops is to ditch the bulky bottles and opt for a built-in soap dispenser instead. This solution will maximize space in the area and keep a clean appearance without having to sacrifice on fundamental things like hand soap that we reach for multiple times a day.

Before getting started decluttering your kitchen, you'll need to determine if your sink has a pre-drilled hole for a soap dispenser. Start by looking for any caps or covers located beside your faucet. These are removable and the best-case scenario for this project. Generally, sinks with two pre-drilled holes and four pre-drilled holes are equipped for soap dispensers. Faucets with one or three pre-drilled holes are designed to accommodate different faucets with no accessories. Once you know what kind of faucet you have, it's time to gather materials and get to work decluttering and installing the dispenser.

The materials you'll need for this project include the new soap dispenser, pliers, a washer, plumber's putty, and, in some cases, a drill. The first step for this soap dispenser hack is to turn off the water supply and make sure there is space to work under the sink. Next, you'll drill a hole in the sink, if necessary. The drilling process can be complicated, and some types of sinks require very specific tools to complete this portion. There are even some materials that cannot be drilled into at all. If you're at all unsure about whether or not you can drill into the sink itself, contact a professional for assistance. You don't want to risk causing any permanent damage and having to replace it.

Once the sink is prepared and ready to go, use your pliers to remove the cover's mounting clamp. Place the dispenser's pump and straw into the hole, and then use a combination of the washer and plumber's putty to make sure there are no small gaps where water can leak through. Then, all you have to do is make sure the soap bottle fits properly, and you should be good to go. You can fill the bottle with your favorite soap and have it ready to use without the bottle cluttering up your countertops. You can store any leftover soap out of sight, or go outside the box and make a homemade lemon soap for your new space-saving dispenser.