Not everyone has the “luxury” of an extra room for storage or a large cellar. However, even the smallest cabin can accommodate provisions. With a few tricks and tips, it’s relatively easy to set up an emergency supply even with limited space.
When space in the kitchen is limited, organization is key. This naturally requires a lot of self-discipline - and that can certainly be learned. Even small routines can lead to big changes. For example, those who empty the dishwasher right away won’t accumulate piles of dirty dishes anymore. Those who don’t have a dishwasher should get into the habit of washing up right away - even if it’s sometimes annoying. Likewise, groceries should be put away immediately.
Those with limited space should make optimal use of it. For the kitchen, for instance, there are utensil holders that can easily store cooking spoons, cups, pots, or other items. This also frees up space in the cabinets, which can then be used for storage.
In the Smantry App, you have the option to assign specific storage locations to food items, such as the kitchen cabinet. This helps you keep track of where you have stored or sorted items and how much of each food product you still have at home. You should always move older supplies to the front and use them up when the expiration date is approaching. Our app can help you keep an eye on the date.
By the way, food does not necessarily always have to be stored in the kitchen. Maybe you have some space under the bed, in the wardrobe, or in other cabinets. Even in the smallest storage unit in the basement, there’s often a little spot, and possibly the attic or loft can be used for storage as well. Even behind doors or on top of cabinets, supplies can be stored.
Of course, cans and the like don’t necessarily look decorative. These can, for example, be hidden in stacking crates and then stored on top of a cupboard. There are also special stacking cabinets that can simply be placed on top of an existing cupboard. This allows you to utilize the full height of the room. You might also be able to hide your supplies behind a curtain or a door. There are also suggestions to stack cans behind the sofa or to build a can tower behind cabinets. But that’s definitely a matter of taste - it’s not for me. After all, I want my apartment to look like a home, not like a food storage.
Keep track of supplies, groceries and durable products before small price increases turn into unnecessary extra costs.
Or try it right in your browser — no install neededAs I mentioned earlier, different storage locations can be assigned in the Smantry App.
Our app can help you establish a good organization and storage system. Usually, maintaining order is quite simple once a proper system is in place.
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