Add Instant Extra Storage To Your Kitchen With An Easy Dollar Tree Hack

With all of the essentials you must keep tucked away inside of a kitchen, it's not easy to maximize storage space, especially if you have a small home. You might be one of the many homeowners with overcrowded countertops, full drawers, and only a few cabinets. In this case, how on earth do you make more room to store things? Well, you can add instant extra storage to your kitchen with an easy Dollar Tree hack. Just glue a few flat extra strength magnets onto rectangular baskets, such as the Mini Flex Storage Bins from Dollar Tree. You can then stick the bins on the outside of your refrigerator doors or on the side of the fridge and place items such as small packaged snacks or coffee pods inside.

This is a smart way to turn an often overlooked spot in your kitchen into unconventional storage. You should be able to keep your countertops free of clutter by adding a few items to your new baskets as well. Just keep in mind that some magnets cannot be used on a stainless steel refrigerator, as they could scratch the surface. If you have a stainless steel fridge, invest in magnets that can be safely used on your appliance. You can also customize this DIY by replacing the Mini Flex Storage Bins with containers of a different size or color to better suit your preferences. Don't be afraid to make this project your own by switching out products as needed.

To assemble storage baskets for your fridge, start out by heating up a hot glue gun. Next, glue four of the magnets on each corner of one side of your basket (or less, if the magnets are larger). If you aren't a fan of the Mini Flex Storage Bins, you could also use the Wire Mesh Desk Organizers from Dollar Tree. Add two more magnets in the center of the four evenly-spaced magnets as well for extra security. Remember that the magnets you choose should be smooth and free of sharp corners so that they do not scratch the material but also strong enough to hold the baskets. Consider using the Towjug Round Magnets with Adhesive Backing. Though they're adhesive, you may still want to use hot glue to adhere them.

After allowing the glue to dry, go ahead and stick your basket to your refrigerator and load them up. If you have crammed cabinets, consider transferring some items from there into your new baskets to get the most out of your small cabinet space. Just avoid placing anything too heavy inside. This DIY is easy and affordable, but there are other alternatives for those who would still rather just buy an already assembled option instead. The WOCHUANGSI Magnetic Shelf is one product worth considering. Simply stick it right onto your fridge — there is no need to glue magnets on. These shelves can hold up to 16 pounds each.