Storing spices in the kitchen # [95 Ideas for Order and Beauty]

Cleanliness Assistants

“Little” helpers will help maintain cleanliness and order, which can be placed on the internal or external surfaces of the cabinets:

plastic hanger-holder for waffle towels, which will look ergonomic and stylish in any kitchen. The accessory just needs to be hung on the door handle;
clip for a washcloth washing dishes. The mechanism is attached with a magnetic holder to the surface of the sink, and the sponge is always at hand, without interfering with washing dishes;
plastic container stand for storing washcloths and detergent;
spice bag holder, which is great for organizing spice packs of any size;
silicone pocket for brushes and washcloths, which is attached to the faucet and does not interfere with its operation;
hanging shelves that will help tidy up and fill empty space in the closet;
clip holders for towels and napkins, thanks to which you can place items on the cabinet without drilling holes;
a wall-mounted liquid soap dispenser, thanks to which the walls and surfaces of cabinets will not get dirty when washing your hands.

An audit of cabinets and kitchen shelves should be carried out at least once every month and a half. And ideas for order in the kitchen with videos can be found on the pages of many sites.

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Storage shelves

It is quite possible to use shelves in the kitchen for storage, in which there is no humidity and there is no direct sunlight. But for convenience they need to be slightly modernized. Options:

Make "steps". The step height of such an improvised ladder is approximately 1/3 of the height of the can. You can place spices along the steps, with those that are used most often placed closest.
Create a retractable system. It will require several vertical type guides. An open mini-shelf with spices will move along such a rail. The guides need to be mounted to the “ceiling” of the shelf.
You can use the original system. When the spices are not in standard jars, but in test tubes. Moreover, each will have its own small compartment, where it will be immersed to half or a third of its height.

Storage rules

In order for spices to retain their properties for as long as possible, the following conditions must be observed:

Spices should be stored at room temperature. A strong change in temperature will not benefit them. Therefore, storage areas for spices should be located away from heat sources, including stoves and heating radiators.

Humidity is a parameter that also affects shelf life. In the case of spices, moisture is not allowed at all. Keep spices away from places where moisture evaporates, including the stove where cooking is taking place. And don't pour seasonings directly from the container into the container. Moisture evaporating from hot dishes enters the packaging and causes gradual deterioration of the spice. In such cases, always use a dry spoon or knife.

Direct sunlight is good for spices as long as they are growing on the ground. The sun will damage already dry spices. Storage should be either in opaque containers or inside locked cabinets and drawers, or simply away from direct sunlight.

Glass containers or packaging are preferable. Jars made of ceramics and stainless steel are allowed. Plastic packaging is not recommended. Any type of container must have a hermetically sealed lid.

Remember that whole spices last much longer than ground spices. Therefore, purchase already ground seasonings in small quantities. Or grind just before use in the required volume and nothing more.

About the terms and conditions of storage of spices in the kitchen

The shelf life of spices is quite long, on average for different seasonings, herbs and herbs ranging from two to five years. However, this is true for completely sealed containers. For example, as soon as you open a sealed bag of red pepper, its shelf life is reduced to 10 months.

Spices and seasonings dry out over time, and also lose their taste from heat, cooling and humid air. Do not store them in direct sunlight. The ideal storage location is in a dark place at room temperature. That is, inside cabinets and kitchen cabinets, away from the stove and sink. However, for ease of use, small amounts of seasonings in compact jars with dispensers, screw caps and grinders can be stored in an open space, near the food preparation area.

Some herbs require storage inside the refrigerator.

Shelf life of seasonings

The length of time you can store spices at home depends on the type of product and packaging. In sealed factory bags and in suitable conditions, spices will last up to 3 years. Powders and crushed leaves from opened packages will have to be eaten within six months - after that, most lose their aroma and characteristic taste.

Approximate shelf life for certain types of spices ranges from six months to 3 years:

6 months dried vegetables;
up to 1-2 years, powdered leaves and seeds of aromatic plants in closed bags and up to 10 months in opened ones;
up to 2 years, ground roots, whole leaves and stems;
up to 3 years: whole dry nuts, seeds, peppercorns.

Since it is difficult to maintain ideal storage conditions at home, you should focus on the appearance and aroma before using the product. Both parameters should correspond to fresh spices. If the powder or whole spice has changed color, consistency, absorbed odors, or become damp, discard and replace with new ones.

Don't stock up on spices too much - it's best to refresh them as needed.

Solid storage options

To say that there are many ideas for storing spices in the kitchen is an understatement. It all depends on the volume of spices, the space available in the kitchen and the frequency of their use. If they are used very often, and there are always a lot of spices in stock, it is worth taking care of a thorough, spacious storage. You will have to spend time and not a lot of money to create it, but you will be able to create a system for storing spices in the kitchen with your own hands.

Niche in the wall

To create it, you can use a wall near the stove, but not too close, so that the spices do not overheat. The depth of the niche corresponds to the size of the jars used for storage. The height is a multiple of the height of the cans plus 4-5 cm on each shelf to make it convenient to reach.

Jars for storing spices in the kitchen using this method should be chosen from tinted glass or plastic, since there will be no doors in the niche. Those spices that are used most often can be stored in any jars, since they simply will not have time to spoil.

Arranging storage if you already have a niche is not difficult. To do this, you need to install the shelves at the correct height. If the depth of the niche is slightly less than the diameter of the can, then you can stretch a rope, an elastic band, or nail thin strips of wood with a small indentation (up to 2 cm). If this option does not fit into the style of the kitchen, then metal strips will do. You can buy them in the store.

If the depth matches the size of the cans, then no limiters need to be installed.

Stylish spice storage option for modern kitchens

Boxes

You can create convenient storage space using drawers and baskets. Moreover, both horizontal and vertical ones are suitable.

The first option is horizontal, that is, ordinary kitchen drawers. In order for spices to be conveniently placed in them, the drawers must be deep enough. Storage options:

In order for the jars to be placed comfortably “lying down”, you need to make steps for them, but not at a right angle, but at a sharp angle. This way the contents of the jars will be easy to see.
Use special plastic boxes with handles that fit into the kitchen drawer.
If the jars are small, then they can be placed in a box. And for easy identification of the seasoning, stick a sticker with a signature on the lid.

One drawer can store spices in jars and open ones.

Vertical drawers are often included in modern kitchens; they are also convenient for storing spices. Such a box looks like a long, deep storage without side walls. Sides or metal strips prevent cans from falling. This box moves along guides located at the bottom, so there is no need to overload it.

The same type of box, although it will most likely be a pull-out wall, can be made behind the refrigerator if there is a distance of 15-20 cm between the wall and the household appliance. It will have certain modifications:

One wall is covered with fiberboard and plywood.
It is necessary to have low sides, approximately 1/3 of the height of the shelf.
Pulls out on wheels.

IKEA spice drawer design

Non-standard version of a spice box

Ideas for storing spices in the kitchen, systems and devices

It’s good when only a few types of spices or ready-made mixtures are used in cooking. And they are bought as they run out. But many housewives (and owners) are really passionate about cooking and canning. Their kitchen “collections” contain dozens and sometimes hundreds of different aromatic items, which are ordered from India, Uzbekistan, Turkey and other countries in much larger quantities. And this is where every “working” idea for storing spices in the kitchen comes in handy! You can make many of the options offered here with your own hands or buy them ready-made (in Ikea, Leroy, Fixprice, Wildberries and other stores).

Shelves for storing spices

For those items that are used most often, it is better to purchase special shelves for storing spices. They can be plastic, wooden or metal, with fastening to the wall and kitchen apron.

Very often, such designs are offered for sale as beautifully designed gift sets. You can take a look at the design and implement the idea of storing spices in the kitchen with your own hands. This option will be much cheaper.

You can make wooden shelves for storing spices with your own hands, if you have the skills to work with wood (timber, furniture panels, plywood) and the available hand tools.

You will need:

A sheet of plywood 8-10mm thick. The thinner the material, the more elegant the wooden shelf will look.
A template of the carved sidewalls, the top bar and the shelves themselves to scale (you can draw it yourself in a vector program and print it out).
A jigsaw with a wood saw for cutting out workpieces, a grinding machine, sandpaper with different grains for processing the edges of the cut.
Fasteners (furniture dowels are most often used), an electric drill with drills of the required diameter, universal glue.
Water-based finishing varnish, primer, acrylic paints if desired.

Making a wooden shelf for spices with your own hands is an incredibly exciting creative process. Its design can be quite concise and simple. Or you can cut out figured patterns on the front parts, and after assembly, decorate them using decoupage, carving, and wood burning.

Table carousels and stands

If the kitchen itself is spacious and there is no shortage of work surface, organizing the storage of spices in the kitchen may involve placing containers on the countertop. Tabletop carousels and multi-level stands with the ability to rotate to find the right jar are convenient and practical.

Life hack: when purchasing such a structure, make sure it is stable. The base of a tabletop spice storage system in the kitchen should be quite heavy. And the higher the carousel, the “heavier” the center of gravity should be. Often the base is additionally fixed with silicone suction cups.

Containers and boxes

It is certainly more convenient to store spices in glass, ceramic and plastic jars. And the only question is how beautifully and conveniently to place these containers in a common storage system. However, many housewives use paper and vacuum bags, as well as hand-sewn linen bags. And here you need to organize a fundamentally different storage of spices in bags in the kitchen.

Containers, baskets and boxes of the required sizes and with the required number of divisions will come to the rescue.

Also on sale you can find convenient storage systems for tea bags, office organizers and adapt them to a new task.

You can buy the simplest and most laconic rectangular container options for inside kitchen cabinets. The main thing is that the internal size is designed to accommodate spice bags in one row, and also corresponds to the depth of the shelf. Similar containers with a lid can also be used for storing cereals - very practical!

If the task is to organize the storage of spices in the kitchen in the interior, take boxes that match the design, designed in the form of baskets and drawers. By the way, you can decorate simple plastic containers to match your kitchen interior with your own hands! Use leftover wallpaper, napkins and fabrics with different textures that match the color of your kitchen.

For a modern-style interior, stainless steel mesh baskets are more suitable. As well as special narrow bottle holders built into kitchen cabinets and special organizers that go down to eye level for convenience.

Hanging storage systems

A convenient storage system in the form of a railing with hanging modules is also adapted for storing spices in the kitchen. The range of possible attachments includes spice jars with a special hook that wraps around the railing, and convenient baskets in which similar containers can be placed.

An interesting storage of spices in the kitchen from IKEA is a magnetic board. The principle is simple: compact jars with transparent lids are attached to a metal base using magnets. This is an interesting principle to use in your own variation, created by yourself. It is enough to acquire the required number of magnets and containers of suitable size.

An almost similar magnetic spice board is implemented in the Bulthaup Function Boxes kitchen system, but in a slightly different interpretation.

You can provide for the storage of spices and shallow cutlery in the kitchen apron at the design stage of the set itself.

Life hack: you can do it yourself by hanging spices in the kitchen! Simply screw or glue the lids of the jars onto the bottom of the wall cabinets and screw them in. Such jars will always be at hand and will not take up your work space!

Storing spices in drawers

Many housewives love drawers for their excellent visibility: no need to bend over and look behind other items stored in the closet. Therefore, the most natural and intelligent solution is to allocate upper narrow drawers for storing spices in the kitchen.

The main task is to think of some kind of fixing restraints that will not allow jars, boxes and bags of spices to roll and move around the box when it moves.

Partitions can help with this. You can purchase special plastic dividers in Leroy. They can be used to make cells inside a drawer of any size.

A set of containers tightly adjacent to each other can also serve as limiters. This is a convenient way to store spices in bags and pouches.

Using partitions made of plywood and other thin sheet material, you can create an organizer for storing spices in a kitchen drawer at different angles.

Tiered bottle holders are also a great organizer for storing spices in the kitchen.

We recommend reading the article “How to make a bottle holder for the kitchen with your own hands.”

Storing spices on walls, doors and other places

There are ideas for storing spices in the kitchen with your own hands that are not found in ready-made form. They can only be repeated, modified to suit your size and the “spare parts” found.

For example, such organizers with transparent pockets are mainly used to equip closets and bathrooms. However, they are also ideal for storing spice packets and bags! They can be hung on the back of the door.

You can also use the inside of doors and sides of wall cabinets using plastic and metal organizers for various purposes.

In the wardrobe systems of Elfa and IKEA, there are also wall mountings of various baskets on special rails. They will come in handy here too - look at the photo, it looks quite comfortable!

There are many ways to organize a storage system for spices and seasonings in the kitchen. It all depends on the budget, free space and your own desire to do something with your own hands. You can always use ready-made solutions - their choice is huge. And there is an option to adapt some solution “to suit yourself” and your understanding of convenience.

Decoration with photographs on a backing

Large forms with real images will turn the hall, hallway, kitchen into an art space. You need a little imagination and:

good quality photos (resolution from 300 dpi);
plastic base;
wall hooks;
double-sided tape.

Choose a photo with meaning. Black and white or color doesn't really matter. Determine the size, add about 5 cm to it on all sides for hems. Print the photo. Wrap light plastic (thin foam is allowed) to the desired area, secure the edges with tape. You can use glue, but choose transparent one. Add fasteners to the inside. Now the happy moment of your life will be repeated again when you look at the canvas.

Look deep

We've sorted out the width, but what depth is a suitable sink? For proper use, a washbasin with a depth of 48 to 61 cm is considered the most acceptable. When choosing the depth of your own sink in the bathroom, you can rely on the length of your own arms. We extend them over the washbasin; if the edge of the sink on the opposite side reaches the middle of the palms, then the depth is optimal.

Bathroom sink with cabinet Note

Remember, an important criterion is how deep the washbasin bowl is. If it is large, there will be less splashing from the water coming from the mixer. Surely you have come across a washbasin that sellers call “tulip”. Here is a striking example of a washbasin with a deep bowl.

Magnetic board

This storage method is more suitable for spices - after all, large containers will look a little strange, and placing small containers on the board is much easier.

The essence of the technique is quite simple: a canvas with magnetic properties is attached to the wall in a convenient place. Then small jars with metal lids or magnets on the walls are selected. Then everything is simple: attach them in a random or strictly defined order, depending on your taste.

It is not necessary to purchase special containers for this. Clean jars of tick-tock dragees, signed in a beautiful font, look original. Simply attach a ribbon with an inscription to one part and a small magnet to the other.

For a large kitchen: If you want to use this technique for cereals, you will need a lot of space, a magnetic board and more powerful magnets. Select containers that are not too heavy and think about the location so that it is convenient for you to reach each jar.

Storage of food supplies in the kitchen

Any self-respecting housewife has a supply of food in the kitchen: canned food, spices, cereals and other groceries

It is important to organize storage correctly - both so that it is convenient and so that it does not spoil. Let's take a closer look at storage ideas

The most difficult thing is with spices. Firstly, if stored improperly, they quickly lose their taste and aroma. Secondly, spice bags are very difficult to keep in order. It's no surprise that there are many ideas for storing spices.

One of the most convenient is a magnetic board with small jars. This option is ideal for a small kitchen where it is necessary to use as many vertical panels as possible. This board is easy to install on the refrigerator or attach to the wall.

In addition, you can buy or make your own shelf for spices, and pour the seasonings themselves into containers of suitable size. Another interesting method is a hanging bracket with hooks. In this case, the spices can remain in their original packaging (in order to preserve the aroma, this method is not particularly recommended) or poured into zip-lock bags.

It is also not recommended to leave cereals, flour and pasta in factory bags. Firstly, they deteriorate faster under the influence of moisture and temperature changes. Secondly, they can harbor food moths, which are very difficult to get rid of.

In addition, it is quite difficult to ergonomically place many bags. First of all, remember that cereals, salt, flour and other groceries should not be stored above the sink or stove. Moisture and constant heating will not have the best effect on their quality. You should not leave supplies in the refrigerator - they will become damp there. The shelves of the refrigerator are usually already crowded, why aggravate the situation? A good option is a pull-out panel with several shelves. Place groceries into suitable sized jars and boxes.

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Square, stable containers can be placed alone in a cabinet - if they are stable enough. If you prefer open shelves, choose beautiful jars that will serve as additional decoration.

By the way, conservation can also serve as decoration. To do this, you need to wrap the lids in paper and tie them with tape. This decor is perfect for a country or Provence style kitchen. Saving space? Hang the magnetic board already mentioned in the article to the bottom of the hanging cabinets. Attach jars with metal lids to it - now your supplies are completely visible.

The issue of storing vegetables and fruits must be decided depending on the recommendations for each product: some feel better in the refrigerator, some need warmth and dryness.

It is better to leave the greens in a glass with a small amount of water - they will stay fresh longer. Choose a beautiful vase and turn onions and parsley into an unusual bouquet. Wire or wicker baskets for vegetables look good - you can store potatoes, onions and other root vegetables in them. Attach the panel on which you hang the baskets to the wall. This way, all supplies will be visible and will serve as an additional decoration for your kitchen.

You can also purchase a special rack for vegetables. Choose sizes depending on your needs and kitchen area. Kitchen cabinets can also be used for storing vegetables and fruits. However, if they are wooden, you will have to replace them with wire ones - plants need free air flow.

Finally, the storage of vegetables and fruits can be organized in any old cabinet, having the foresight to make “windows” in it with wire mesh. These windows allow air to circulate and allow you to see what's hidden inside each compartment.

It is also necessary to resolve the issue of storing bread. It is not recommended to put it in the refrigerator - this causes it to quickly dry out and become bland, “waddly”. On the other hand, if you have a microwave, you can cut the loaf and put it in the freezer - 2 minutes at 800 watts and the baked goods look like they just came from the bakery.

If you decide to opt for a bread bin, you need to decide where to put it. You can order a set with a built-in niche for bread. It's quite expensive, but convenient. Do you use baskets to store kitchen equipment? A bread box decorated in a similar style will fit perfectly into the interior. A metal box is also good - it will keep the bread fresh longer.

However, no matter what option you choose, remember that bread bins cannot be placed on the refrigerator or microwave - due to constant heating and condensation, the bread quickly deteriorates. And a plastic bread box can even melt.

We hope our recommendations will help you organize convenient storage of everything you need in the kitchen!

Basic storage options: create a spice storage system in the kitchen with your own hands.

Niche in the wall

If the depth matches the size of the cans, then no limiters need to be installed.

Stylish spice storage option for modern kitchens

A niche in the wall with shelves for storage is an option - for those who do not use spices so often

Boxes

You can create convenient storage space using drawers and baskets. Moreover, both horizontal and vertical ones are suitable.

The first option is horizontal, that is, ordinary kitchen drawers. In order for spices to be conveniently placed in them, the drawers must be deep enough. Storage options:

In order for the jars to be placed comfortably “lying down”, you need to make steps for them, but not at a right angle, but at a sharp angle. This way the contents of the jars will be easy to see.
Use special plastic boxes with handles that fit into the kitchen drawer.
If the jars are small, then they can be placed in a box. And for easy identification of the seasoning, stick a sticker with a signature on the lid.

Bright eclectic kitchen with lots of jars and cones for storing spices

Convenient double-door kitchen cabinet with shelves for storing spices

One drawer can store spices in jars and open ones.

Small convenient cabinet with a pull-out shelf with spices

One wall is covered with fiberboard and plywood.
It is necessary to have low sides, approximately 1/3 of the height of the shelf.
Pulls out on wheels.

Advice! In this spacious storage you can store not only spices, but also canned goods, sauces, and useful kitchen utensils.

Convenient vertical drawers with shelves for spices

Modern kitchen with spice storage drawers

IKEA spice drawer design

Non-standard version of a spice box

Ideas for storing spices in the kitchen

The amount of spices in homes varies. For some, 2-3 seasonings are enough. For other housewives, ten is not enough. Regardless of the assortment, spices need to be stored within reach. Usually they choose cabinets near the stove, work surface, where cereals in jars, beans and other products are often placed. We have collected interesting ideas. We will be happy to share how you can store spices in the kitchen.

Carousels and coasters

The choice of housewives who cook a lot, often. Always have aromatic additives on hand. It’s inconvenient to constantly open cabinets, drawers, and look for the right option. All kinds of stands help out. It's good if they are carousel type. The rotating mechanism makes searching much easier.

Other advantages:

spectacular look;

convenient to use;

nothing is lost.

Disadvantage: dust settles and droplets of fat get in. With regular use, fingerprints remain on the jars. Open storage requires constant maintenance of order. Therefore, only frequently used seasonings are left on the kitchen counter.

Special shelves for spices

It is inconvenient to organize storage on regular kitchen shelves. Containers fall, get mixed up, and it’s difficult to find the right name. It is better to purchase a special shelf for spices. The main difference is the width. More often it does not exceed 5-8 cm and is intended for installing cans in one row.

There are designs for storage in a lying or semi-lying position. Often the shelves are accompanied by containers. You don't have to look for the right size dish. We recommend buying everything at once.

Storing spices in glass jars

When using regular cans, do not forget about the labeling. It is important to label content, especially similar content. It’s convenient to use stickers. You can buy or order from a printing house.

Hanging storage systems

In addition to standard shelves, there are special hanging analogues. The use of vertical surfaces significantly saves space in small kitchens. Sometimes such designs become the highlight of the interior. Hanging systems are convenient for storing lids from pots or pans in the kitchen.

Mounting options:

directly to the wall;

on the rails there is a movable structure;

to the cabinet walls, fittings inside or outside.

When storing outdoors, we recommend choosing hanging systems made from easy-to-clean materials. Metal and plastic elements are easier to clean than untreated wood.

Drawers for spices

Don't throw a dozen different packets of seasonings into a drawer. It won't take long for things to get messy. It is necessary to immediately transfer bulk products into a rigid container and close tightly. Next we lay out or arrange. If necessary, use separators. The use of bubbles of different sizes requires zoning. Drawers also store kitchen cutlery.

For convenience, we put rarely used spices in the depths. We keep standard seasonings and spices close to the handle. We also think about the volume of containers in advance. There is no point in taking a half-liter container for hot pepper or pouring delicious salt into a miniature bowl.

Storage on doors and other places

You can also hang miniature shelves for spices on the doors. It is only important to provide for the filling of the cabinet itself. A convenient idea is special holders. They take up minimal space. Filled containers are easy to take out and put back in. The only condition is that we think about the diameter of the dishes for storage in advance.

Budget Ideas

An experienced housewife has a lot of economical ideas in stock that help her organize the kitchen efficiently and neatly, thereby speeding up and simplifying the process of preparing dishes.

Bakeware

It is rational to keep baking dishes and grill grates vertically in the lower compartment with compartments. This arrangement is convenient because you no longer need to rearrange everything, creating noise throughout the house.

Hanger

You can put rolls of foil, cling film or napkins on an old hanger in the kitchen. Thus, getting to them and using them will be much more comfortable and faster than before, when they were hidden in a distant drawer.

Drink shelf

Many drinks in the form of alcohol or compote are used only on holidays, so they can be stored in a hard-to-reach place, for example, on top of a kitchen unit on a special shelf.

Hanger under the sink

In stores you can purchase a special plastic or rubber stand for sponges and brushes necessary for washing dishes.

Sauce stand

The long, narrow stand takes up little kitchen wall space and is great for storing sauce bottles and cooking oils.

Spice organizer

It is difficult to hide a large number of spices in the kitchen in special glass jars, and leaving them in a bag is also not an option. You can use Tic-Tac packaging.

Important! Such homemade containers should be signed in advance

Multi-level stand

In a kitchen utensils store you can purchase a multi-level stand, which has proven itself to be a convenient and useful thing. It is used to preserve pots, pans, and food.

Magnetic strips

By equipping a wooden block on the wall with a magnetic strip, you can create an excellent holder for knives that will remain sharp for a long time.

Plastic containers and lids

Plastic food containers are perfect for storing small appliances, spices, and packaging. From them you can make large boxes that will be distinguished by functionality and convenience.

Magazine shelf

In the kitchen, it wouldn’t hurt to have a place for magazines with interesting recipes and tips for housewives, various souvenirs and beautiful kitchen appliances in the form of a small open wall shelf.

Pegboard

This board looks great on the kitchen wall. It needs to be painted in the desired color and equipped with hooks and small shelves.

Pull-out rack

With the help of retractable shelves, you can organize a secluded place in the kitchen for detergents, attaching them to the cabinet from its inside.

Table stand

You can store spices, small jars, and decorative dishes in the kitchen in a two-story tabletop stand. It will save space in the drawers of the closet.

DIY rack

There are a large number of varieties of racks that differ in shape, design and size. It depends on the place where he will be located. You can design it with your own hands, having decided on the size and further arrangement of things on it.

Everything should be harmonious: solving the problem of storing spices in the kitchen

Seasonings and spices are the soul of a dish, its character and personality. To prevent them from turning into useless garbage ahead of time, they must be stored correctly: in closed containers, protected from moisture and foreign odors.

Multiple storage options

Pour the purchased seasonings into sealed bags, place them on the rail using clothespins, or place them in the transparent pockets of a special organizer. There is an even simpler way: fold the edge of the opened bag and secure it with a plastic paper clip.

Many modern seasoning manufacturers produce their products in beautiful, conveniently sized jars, usually with screw caps. Such a container can be used repeatedly, provided that the same type of spices is stored in it. And if necessary, you can even take a small box of jelly beans with you - to a picnic or to the country, for example.

A kitchen table drawer can serve as a convenient organizer for storing spice jars. Each container should be labeled to facilitate retrieval at the right time.

If the drawer is narrow and high, then you can put bottles of vegetable oil and vinegar in it.

To save space on horizontal surfaces, you can use the inside of kitchen cabinet doors to store spices. It happens that the shelves are installed on them initially, otherwise you will have to do it yourself. It is important to remember that you should not keep seasonings in close proximity to heat sources (stove, radiator), as this may negatively affect the aroma and taste of the spices.

A small cabinet with drawers or a mini chest of drawers are suitable options for storing spices.

How do you like this shelving unit with many square compartments? Similar cabinets can be seen in post offices, where they are used to sort correspondence. The one we see in the top photo is actually made from bottle crates. A very interesting solution!

Test tubes adapted for storing seasonings will create in your kitchen the mysterious atmosphere of an alchemist’s laboratory from the Middle Ages and at the same time ensure the freshness of spices.

Jars with magnetic bottoms are a great solution for storing spices! Attach them to the refrigerator and any seasoning will always be at hand.

A stepped shelf is a real lifesaver in a cramped kitchen.

We are ready to listen to your ideas for storing spices in the kitchen! Share them in the comments.

Alchemy laboratory

Probably, almost everyone dreamed of becoming a wizard in childhood. Now you can at least partially realize your dreams! Small narrow test tubes with spices and wide flasks with cereals and pasta will look very impressive on a hanging shelf.

You can also add mystery bottles of vinegar and vegetable oils. This design looks very interesting and mysterious. However, be careful not to hang it over the stove, even if your beakers are heat-resistant: constant heating does not improve the properties of the food.

An interesting technique: Containers with glass of different colors can add originality to an already interesting idea. If you decide to place vegetable oils on this shelf, make them aromatic - add herbs or berries to them. This will make your shelf look even more like the shelf of a wise wizard.

Take care of the cereal!

If the phrase “cereal container” makes you associate with a round tin can with polka dots, then you were born in the USSR. Fortunately, the modern home goods market offers customers much more pleasant and elegant storage dishes: ceramic, glass, plastic. Tin cans also look more elegant and elegant than their Soviet “grandmothers”.

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For flour, semolina, salt and sugar, glass jars with well-ground lids or plastic containers with rubber gaskets are best suited. Tin containers and boxes in most cases are not completely airtight, but they are also suitable for storing pasta, buckwheat, lentils and peas.

Even if your jars are very beautiful, you should not store them on open shelves, especially above the stove or sink. Sunlight, heat and moisture rising from pans can spoil bulk products ahead of schedule.

Storage rules

Spices have a pleasant aroma, but in order to preserve it, you need to follow certain rules, which include several key points:

Place and storage conditions.
Duration of storage.

Place and conditions

Since food preparation takes place in the kitchen, it must also be stored in the kitchen. This way the seasonings will be at hand, and where exactly to place them depends largely on convenience. You can pour aromatic mixtures and herbs into different containers:

packages;
jars;
plastic containers.

Small glass jars with a lid on a clip are a convenient and popular option.

Tin jars work well for spices that need to be hidden from natural light

Plastic spice jars don't last long

But at the same time, it is worth considering how “convenient” the spice is in the allotted place and whether it will lose its taste and aroma properties. Here are some aspects:

Most spices do not tolerate ultraviolet radiation, that is, they should not be exposed to direct sunlight. The optimal place is in a kitchen cabinet where the door closes.
Heating and temperature changes cause spices to lose their aroma and beneficial properties, so placing them near a stove or radiator is also not the best option.
Humidity is also destructive. The spices will become damp, clump, and the only thing you can do is throw them away. You cannot store spices for long-term storage in perforated containers that are used for convenience.

Storage duration

Whole spices (not ground) can be stored for years if the conditions are met. Ground and crushed quickly lose their properties, so it is better to grind them immediately before use.

A small cabinet with shelves for storing various spices

In addition to the fact that when ground they quickly become exhausted, they also become a “delicacy” for insects.

As for fresh herbs, they can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Dried leaves and stems - about 2 years, provided normal humidity. The roots and seeds will delight you with freshness and aroma for 4 years. And nut fruits, such as nutmeg, last up to 3 years.

Where to store spices

Proper storage of seasonings will allow them to retain their qualities for as long as possible.

Spices lose their properties under the influence of:

sun rays,
daylight and artificial light,
ultraviolet.

Therefore, they are kept in closed kitchen cabinets , pencil cases, and table drawers.

Some housewives find it more convenient to have the seasonings just on the table or on a shelf, but in this case you need to make sure that they are located far from the stove and other sources of heat and moisture. Also, the spices should not be exposed to direct sunlight.

When heated, spices lose their aroma and beneficial qualities, so temperature fluctuations and high humidity should not be allowed.

Too humid air is detrimental to spices. Spices become damp, which leads to loss of taste. If spices are in factory packages, you need to seal the packages tightly after each use. Many people simply fold the cut corner of the package twice and secure it with a paper clip or clip. There are many ways to fix it, and everyone can come up with their own. The jars are simply sealed with a lid.

In order to store spices for a long time, containers for ground spices with holes in the lid are not suitable. Spices will quickly “fade out” and lose their rich aroma. It is strictly forbidden to use such jars over boiling water. The steam will absorb into the seasoning, causing it to become lumpy and lose flavor. For the same reason, you should not handle spices with wet hands or wet cutlery.

Ground seasonings should only be taken with a completely dry measuring spoon.

It is advisable to sort through the spices available in the house 1 – 2 times a year and check them for compliance with their shelf life. It is better to throw out expired spices - they may appear in an unexpected way in the finished dish.

Storage rules

Spices have a pleasant aroma, but in order to preserve it, you must follow certain rules, which include several key points:

Storage space.
Storage conditions.
Duration of storage.

Storage space

Since food preparation takes place in the kitchen, spices should also be stored in the kitchen. This way the seasonings will be at hand, and where exactly to place them depends on convenience. You can pour aromatic mixtures and herbs into different containers:

packages;
jars;
plastic containers.

Small glass jars with a lid on a clip are a convenient and popular option that costs only 200 rubles in IKEA stores.

Tin jars work well for spices that need to be hidden from natural light.

Plastic spice jars don't last long but are the cheapest option.

Seasoning storage conditions

It is important to consider how “convenient” the spice is in the allotted place and whether it will lose its taste and aroma properties, because some spices require certain conditions. Here are some aspects:

Here are some aspects:

Most spices do not tolerate ultraviolet radiation, that is, they should not be exposed to direct sunlight. The optimal place is in a kitchen cabinet in which the door closes.
Heating and temperature changes cause spices to lose their aroma and beneficial properties, so it is not recommended to store spices near a stove or radiator.
Humidity is also detrimental. The spices will become damp, clump, and the only thing you can do is throw them away. Therefore, you cannot put spices for long-term storage in perforated containers that are used for convenience.

The storage option in the refrigerator is not the best, of course: the aroma will be preserved, but there is moisture, and cold, in addition to everything, weakens the taste.

Advice! You should put no more than a couple of teaspoons of spices into the pepper shaker; the rest should be stored in an airtight container. This way you can prevent an increase in humidity during use. Only the red pepper family, including paprika and chili, keep well in the refrigerator. Fresh herbs can be frozen rather than dried; such storage will be optimal for them.

Storage duration

Whole spices (not ground) can be stored for years if the conditions are met. Ground and crushed quickly lose their properties, so it is better to grind them immediately before use.

In addition to the fact that when ground they quickly become exhausted, they also become a “delicacy” for insects.

Important! If spices are scooped up with a spoon, it should be clean and dry. But you cannot pour seasoning directly from the jar where it is stored into a boiling dish.

Firstly, you can overdo it, and secondly, the spice will absorb moisture and spoil.

Open storage

To make seasonings look beautiful and neat, they need to be stored in identical jars.

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Storing in original packaging and jars of different colors, sizes and shapes does not look attractive and is unlikely to decorate the kitchen: no matter how beautiful a shelf or stand they are placed on, the different packaging will still create a feeling of untidiness and disorder. The same applies to labels - if you are signing jars, all labels must be made in the same style
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Shelves for spices in the kitchen set

- This is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and convenient solutions for open storage. If you are in the process of choosing kitchen furniture and want to store seasonings on open shelves, then the best option is to order them as part of the set.

The only thing you should pay attention to when ordering is the height at which the small drawers will be located (if they are present in the project). Make sure you are tall enough to easily look into them

Two of my friends had the same funny situation: they both had to stand on a stool for this purpose. Only one friend has drawers that can be pulled out freely, so she doesn’t have any particular problems using them. But another friend has them firmly mounted into the base, so she cannot use them normally.

Open shelves

also a great solution for storing spices. They delightfully transform the kitchen if you successfully match them with the rest of the interior. The use of shelves gives unlimited scope for imagination: you can find a beautiful ready-made option, or you can make them yourself or beautifully decorate the purchased product.

There are interesting collage shelves on sale that can give the kitchen a unique coziness and charm.

The main secret to conveniently storing spices on shelves is that they should be very shallow - literally enough for one jar. Otherwise, the seasonings will stand in several rows, covering each other. Needless to say, every time the required jar will end up in the farthest corner, and in order to get it, you will have to “dig up” the entire shelf? And this is long, inconvenient and instantly creates a mess.

Railings

quite often used for open storage of seasonings in the kitchen. They are convenient and functional, take up minimal space and can be made in a wide variety of styles and designs. In addition to the usual matte or chrome roof rails made of white metal, the modern market offers collections in gold, bronze, brass, black and brown, etc. Thanks to a wide variety of styles and shades, beautiful and comfortable rails can be easily matched to any kitchen.

Another popular way is to store seasonings on a stand.

. The large number of commercially available options makes it easy to choose the product that is optimal in size, functionality and appearance.

This solution provides another additional benefit - the ability to easily move spices from place to place, which can be very useful from a practical point of view. For example, if you want to have all your seasonings at hand while cooking, but you don’t like the idea of open storage due to dust and dirt settling on them, then storage on a stand will be the best option for you: before you start cooking, just put it’s next to the hob, and then just put it in the closet.

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Magnetic jars

for spices - this is a very convenient, functional and quite original way to openly store seasonings in the kitchen, making it possible to place them on any metal surface.

Another original solution could be the placement of seasonings under wall cabinets. Technically, this is done in 3 ways: magnetic strips for metal containers or lids, a metal sheet for magnetic jars, or regular rotary lids for screwing jars of seasonings into them (for example, baby food) are attached to the bottom surface of the wall cabinet.

It is very important to choose beautiful identical jars so that this original solution does not look cheap and sloppy

To organize open storage of spices, you can adopt a few more unusual ideas:

Storage in a special chest of drawers

, which combines the advantages of both open and closed methods.

Storage in test tubes

. To prevent the test tubes from falling into the holes in the wooden shelf, rubber O-rings are placed on them. And the test tubes on the stand can be stored either openly or closed - inside the cabinet.

Storage in bags on railings

Exercise “Fresh Look”

Do you want your kitchen to be a place where you can enjoy yourself while you cook, eat, or just look out the window? Sit on a chair and imagine that you have never been here before and know nothing about those who come here.

What does the state of this room tell you? Write down your impressions. Two things you might want to note are problem areas and creative ideas for the future.

For example, I once noticed that the window in my kitchen is very deep and that this allows me to put a box on it for growing herbs. I really liked the idea of always being able to add fresh greens to my meals. What comes to your mind? Take eight minutes and write down your ideas. After this exercise, you'll be more focused when you start cleaning that wonderful (not scary) room.

How to properly store spices

Since we prepare food in the kitchen, we have to store spices there so that all the seasonings are at hand, and where exactly to place them is a matter of taste and personal comfort - some keep spices in bags, others in glass or ceramic jars, others in plastic containers. Has anyone ever wondered what they “like” and “don’t like” about the seasonings themselves?

Spices are sensitive to ultraviolet radiation, so it is better to store them in dark places, such as kitchen cabinets or on the table. If you prefer to keep savory additions on a counter or shelf, make sure they are not exposed to hot sunlight. Heating spices and temperature fluctuations deprive them of their fragrant aroma and beneficial properties, so placing jars of spices near the stove and heating radiators is not a good idea.

High humidity is detrimental to seasonings, which become damp and change their taste, so the ideal “house” for spices is a container with a tight-fitting lid. Jars with holes for sprinkling the finished dish are unsuitable for long-term storage, and even more so, you should not pour spices into the prepared dish directly from the jar, or take them with wet hands or a wet spoon. Steam enters the container, causing the seasonings to become soggy, lumpy, and tasteless.

Some housewives store ground spices in airtight containers in the refrigerator, which allows them to stay fresh for a long time, but cold and high humidity weaken their flavor. The only spice that does well in the cold is the red pepper family, including paprika and chili. Fresh aromatic herbs can be frozen for the winter and kept in the freezer.

Where to store

Most powders are stored at room temperature. The organizer is placed on the table or hung on the wall. If there is no special container for storing spices, then you can simply put jars and bags of spices in the kitchen cabinet.

Spices include vinegar, soy sauce, mustard, fresh ginger and other ingredients. Although they can be kept at room temperature, I prefer to store these spices in the refrigerator. This does not affect their shelf life in any way.

Where will we place the jars?

We have decided on the containers for the product, now we need to think about where to put them. There are also several ideas for this, and which one to choose is up to you.

Kitchen drawer

The most common way is to put our jars in a drawer. This way you won’t have to look for them for long. In addition, they will always be protected from direct sunlight and moisture.

Railings

A railing is an iron tube fixed to the kitchen wall. You can hang anything on it: souvenirs, mugs, cutlery. Therefore, if your spices are stored in containers with a hook or in bags, the rail will be an excellent assistant for storing them.

Multi-level rack

A multi-level rack is several narrow shelves with holes into which jars or test tubes are inserted. This design will not take up much space and will always look laconic in any interior.

On the side of the door

This option will save you from worrying about the safety of spices. Being on the inside of the door, they will always be in the shade and will not deteriorate for a long time.

Now you know the basic ideas for storing in the kitchen, you can stylishly arrange your spices in different containers.

The system is the best solution

The main reason why great plans to clean an entire room in one day fail is the fear of a large amount of work.

You start cleaning the stove, tidying up the floor, looking at the closet... And you give up! Don’t reproach yourself—such burnout is considered an absolute norm.

It is much easier to put a neglected kitchen in order using a certain cleaning system - for example, a fly lady.

The name of the American technique is simply translated as “fluttering woman.” Its essence is to put the apartment in order not in one jerk, but gradually. This way you won’t get tired, and you will be able to achieve stable maintenance of order. Let's take a closer look?

1. The first rule will please lazy people and those who are constantly busy at the same time - do not spend more than fifteen minutes on cleaning. To do this, you should set a timer that will stop you with its signal. There is a certain logic in this - it is impossible to get tired in such a period of time, and you will have time to do quite a lot if you are not distracted.

An important point: of course, you can break this rule and add more time to cleaning. However, we still recommend using fifteen-minute intervals, since this time is considered optimal - a person can concentrate extremely and not react to distractions. Don’t forget to take breaks between sets if you want to change the fly lady system to suit you.

2. Cleaning is carried out in stages, so the second rule is to clean only one zone at a time.