Why A Cheat Sheet Might Be The Trick To Perfectly Organized Cabinets

When it comes to your kitchen's organization, nothing is more frustrating than when things don't return to their correct spot. Suddenly, one misplaced item can lead to a scavenger hunt, or worse, an entire cabinet becoming a disorganized mess after you just cleaned it last week. Rather than having to constantly remind your family members or roommates exactly where things should go in each cabinet, try this "cheat sheet" trick.

The cabinet "cheat sheet" is a fairly simple idea that involves creating a visual aid to show where each item in your kitchen should be. Start by doing what kitchen designers call inventory mapping. Essentially, print a detailed outline of your kitchen including all of the storage spaces or create a simple drawing. Now, think about the items you have and where they are most used in the space. For instance, it would make sense to put pots and pans next to the stove instead of next to the sink across the kitchen. If you are designing your own kitchen with a contractor, you can get more detailed and measure the size of your current kitchen items to ensure that they will properly fit in each of their designated spaces. Once done, get inspired by these perfectly organized kitchen cabinet ideas and begin organizing your own kitchen.

There are some simple ways to make your kitchen look organized without spending a dime, and this "cheat sheet" is one to add to the list. After you have organized your cabinet and it looks exactly the way you want it to, take a photo. Make sure all of the dishes are in their place and not in the dishwasher or the sink. Then, print the picture, and if you can, laminate it. You can use a self-sealing pouch, clear packing tape, or even a sheet protector. Next, using a little sticky tack, a command strip, or another form of adhesive that won't damage your cabinets, stick the paper on the inside of the cabinet. Any time someone opens the cabinet, they will be able to see exactly where each item in the cabinet goes. For drawers, stick a smaller image of each individual item on the inside of the organizer to show exactly where the item should go. This cheat sheet can also help visitors to your home, like a babysitter or a vacation renter.

Tired of reminding kids where their items should go? This idea can easily work around the rest of the house! Print out a picture of shoes to show where they need to put them after school or print pictures of their toys to show where they should go when they are done playing. This can help make any playroom or closet more organized. With simple tips for a perfectly organized kitchen like this "cheat sheet" trick, no one will have an excuse when saying "I don't know where this goes."