Storage containers make it easy to group groceries, baking supplies, and small items into fixed categories, bringing calm to your kitchen. Choose the same series for consistent sizes that can be stacked and fit in cabinets, drawers, the refrigerator, and freezer. Start with the areas you use every day, and slowly build from there. See our selection of storage containers.
Storage containers for the kitchen
Use containers for dry goods and everyday foods that quickly create clutter. Divide the cabinet into simple zones: baking, pasta-rice, snacks, and breakfast. Put lids on the containers so they can be stacked on the shelf. Stick to 2-3 sizes for a calm look and easy refilling.
Examples:
- Small containers: snacks, nuts, berries in the fridge.
- Medium: flour, oatmeal, rice, pasta.
- Large: muesli mixes, larger vegetables, or baking items like bags of sugar.
Stackable containers for the refrigerator and freezer
Storage containers work in both the refrigerator and freezer. Use lids and stack by height to maximize space. Pull out the container, see its contents, and put it back – this keeps the system running. Place containers according to your family's routines, e.g., breakfast items at the top and dinner components in the middle. Small containers are good for berries and snacks. Medium ones fit dairy products. Large ones can hold bigger fruits and vegetables. When refilling, place the oldest items at the front so they are used first.
Step by step - how to create zones in the refrigerator
- Choose 1-2 shelves for containers.
- Decide what goes where: breakfast, cold cuts, snacks.
- Close the containers with their respective lids and stack them.
- Apply labels to the front of containers or jars, if desired.
Dry goods in containers and jars
Combine containers and storage jars for an organized cabinet. Use containers for larger quantities like flour and oatmeal, which you often pour, and jars for pasta, rice, and beans for a clear overview. Glass containers protect against pests, and the transparent front makes it easy to see the level. Place the tallest at the back and lower ones at the front so you can see everything at a glance. Keep original packaging with cooking times at the bottom of the container or cut the instructions from the bag and place them on top of the contents in the container.
Spices in consistent containers
Give spices a permanent place. Fill them in uniform containers such as spice jars and sort by use: everyday spices at the front, special blends at the back. Label the lid or front for quick identification. Store them in a dark and dry place, preferably grouped on a small shelf or in a drawer. Avoid mixing loose sachets and tins – consistent containers make cleaning and refilling easier.
Overview in cabinets and drawers
Create calm by grouping everything into containers and giving each group a fixed place. Work in layers: heavy containers at the bottom, light ones at the top. Place what you use most within easy reach and rare items higher up. For corner cabinets and deep shelves, you can use turntables for easy access to what would otherwise end up at the back. Stick to a few consistent colors and materials so the cabinet feels harmonious and easy to maintain.
Maintaining the system
Agree on a fixed day for quick refilling and tidying. Check dates, move the oldest items forward, and keep categories tight. Refill using the same logic every time – this way, the system maintains itself without requiring extra time in your daily life.
