The Sneaky (And Stylish) Way To Add Even More Storage To Your Cabinets

When you have a small kitchen or your cabinets have become cluttered, finding ways to neatly store your supplies and appliances can seem impossible. Luckily, you can sneak some extra space into your kitchen with one clever storage idea to utilize the space above cabinets. This space typically stays empty, but you could use baskets instead to add even more storage to your kitchen. This is a simple, stylish option for stashing away clutter, items you don't need often, and extra supplies. Additionally, you'll fill that unsightly, empty space above your cabinets, adding to your decor.

Though this hack secretly adds more storage to your kitchen, you'll need to choose baskets that match the aesthetic of the room. Depending on the color and style of your cabinets and the rest of your kitchen, you may want to use different baskets. Fabric, wire, and wicker baskets (like this pair of StorageWorks wicker baskets for $44.99) can look amazing, though wire versions may show a bit of what's inside unless you line them. Before choosing your baskets, make sure to measure the gap between the top of your cabinets and your ceiling to ensure they will fit nicely. You'll also want to consider the size of the objects you want to store. When using the space above your cabinets for storage, you should ensure you're not putting anything too heavy up there that could harm your cabinets or fall and hurt someone. With a few baskets, you can create additional kitchen storage while making your space look chic and organized.

If you prefer your storage to be more hidden and sneaky, try choosing baskets that match the color and style of your cabinets. For example, with white cabinets you might set white wicker or woven baskets above them. This will help your storage to blend into your space, rather than drawing your eye to it. With this method, you'll also be able to easily hide what's inside your storage as well. You might fill a basket with tools you don't use much, seasonal dishes, baking supplies, or extra paper towels and kitchen rags. Now, you can fill awkward gaps in your kitchen with a sneaky storage solution and keep unused objects out of sight. Utilizing the space above your cabinets could also help to free up some room inside of them and on your counter.

Dark-colored wire baskets (like these JUNCHU CHERRY wire baskets on Amazon at $17.95 for three) may look best and stick out less when placed over cabinets that have a darker color as well, though if you use a liner you'll want to match that to your cupboards too. For those who want to add a bit more decoration to their space, woven and wicker baskets can be an easy way to add some texture and color. With this option, you'll want the color of your cabinets to go with your cabinets, but not be the same hue. Rather than using white baskets for white cabinets, you could use light brown baskets for a little contrast.