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5 things that make your kitchen look messier than it is

Are you guilty? - by Diana Moore
  • 18 Jan 2019
5 things that make your kitchen look messier than it is

It can get you down if every time you walk into your kitchen it looks untidy and full of clutter. However, things may not be as bad as you think. Here are five simple habits to avoid to ensure your kitchen always looks tidy (and is easier to cook in!).

1. Letting dishes pile up in the sink

This looks unsightly and makes the dishes, pots and pans harder to clean later, as food will dry and harden. Soak pots and pans immediately and always pack the dishwasher, clean up and wipe down surfaces after a meal.

2. Using your fridge as a bulletin board

A simple, tidy art gallery can look lovely if you keep items rotating regularly, however, when papers pile up with artworks, invitations and shopping lists, it just looks messy (and doesn't help your home organisation either!).

White and grey kitchen

3. A place for everything

Make a designated space for your appliances that you use every day. Clean and return the item there each time you use it. Other appliances used less often should be stored away in a drawer, cupboard or pantry.

4. Untidy shelves

If you have open shelving, organise like with like items and stack neatly on your shelves. Only display items that are used regularly. Display pretty jugs, bowls or vases in small vignettes to compliment your daily-use pieces.

5. Using your kitchen as a multi-purpose space

Designate separate areas for activities other than the preparation and eating of food.

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Content expert, florist and interior decorator Diana Moore has been passionate about helping others make the perfect home ever since she moved into her own. From styling her local bar to feel like your best friend’s lounge room, to randomly restyling people’s bookshelves, Diana is a firm believer in making the best of what you have in front of you.

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