How to make sure everything is in its place andalways at hand? Every housewife dreams of perfect order. Especially when it comes to the kitchen. We will tell you how to use the space under the sink in the kitchen and bathroom wisely Sponges, detergents, powders and cosmetics, lots of bottles, jars of shampoos and balms - where to hide all this? A good housewife has a whole arsenal of gloves, brushes and all kinds of cleaning products, but the issue of storing them sometimes becomes so acute that you have to rack your brains and invent something new. What if you look under the sink? For many, this space is simply empty, but it can be used to save space and as an additional organizer. We have collected the best ideas for you and decided to share some simple secrets.
Behind the curtain
In the kitchen, sinks most often have special onescabinets that come with the rest of the furniture. If there is none, you can order one from a carpentry shop (budget option) or choose ready-made options from a specialty store. If the kitchen is very small and you decide that it is better to leave the sink without a cabinet, you can cover the open space with a curtain. In this case, it is better to choose a material that is resistant to moisture, such as oilcloth. Such curtains are usually sold in hardware stores. This option is also quite suitable for bathrooms.
Perfect order: cabinet under the sink in the kitchen
If you do have a nightstand, then you canthink about how to properly organize storage systems in it. First of all, think about what you are going to store under the sink - dishes or household chemicals. Some even store vegetables under the sink. We learned about this after reading several housewife forums. But it is not recommended to store potatoes, onions or carrots under the sink, it is better to allocate a special place for them - we recently wrote about this. So, if you decide to designate a cabinet under the sink for household chemicals, brushes and other household helpers, then it is better to assign them to different compartments. For example, put sponges in a plastic container, and brushes in a small basket. Those products that you do not use often, put in the far corner so that they do not interfere with you taking those items that are constantly needed. Our opinion: - Hang gloves, rags and large brushes on small hooks inside the cabinet or even on the doors. If you are used to storing a trash can under the sink, choose a compact one so that there is room for shelves. Elena Krylova, interior designer: - The space under the sink is often wasted because not everyone knows how to organize it properly. A standard set should be placed under the sink: a trash can, a cabinet under the sink (with water filters and disposers), and a water heater in the far corner. Then, if space allows, organize storage spaces for household chemicals and other kitchen utensils. If the sink and the space under it are corner, it is preferable to choose an L-shaped cabinet. When using a trapezoidal corner cabinet, there is enough space left to use a "carousel" - a rotating section where you can put pots and pans.
Everything in its place: a cabinet under the sink in the bathroom
The space under the sink in the bathroom is also usedless often than in the kitchen, placing many jars on open shelves. But this is not always pleasant to see, and the number of shampoos, cosmetics and various accessories can increase. And by hiding many things under the sink, you will make the room more spacious, without cluttering it with unnecessary items. For the bathroom, we also recommend using compact plastic containers, both closed and open. They will help you distribute shampoos, conditioners and shower gels, and to avoid confusion, label each container. Our opinion: - Put cotton swabs and sticks in jars with a lid so that they do not become saturated with the smell of cosmetics. You can also store towels, paper rolls and even a first aid kit under the sink.
Organizers that will always help out
Now that you know how to organize your spaceunder the sink, you can look into a hardware store and look for several organizers that are designed specifically for storage in such small cabinets. Rails, it turns out, are also great for these purposes. For example, you can attach detergents to them. Some of the most convenient are metal basket organizers with ready-made compartments. They can be pull-out and mobile, they can be pulled out and moved to another place at any time without unscrewing the screws. Devices that are installed on the doors are also convenient. These are jars for storing toothbrushes, and metal baskets for sponges, and plastic storage systems with many pockets. An interesting and practical option is also considered to be a pull-out bottom. It allows you to get all the items without much effort, even those that are near the wall. Elena Krylova, interior designer: - When choosing between pull-out drawers or shelves with a hinged door, it is better to choose the first option - this will allow you to organize storage ergonomically. There are many additional storage elements that should not be forgotten: mesh pull-out baskets, stationary holders or containers that are attached to the walls of cabinets and doors.
On display: a solution for the brave or a forced measure?
There are bathrooms with completely openshelves under the sink. Some people save space this way, while others believe that there is nothing wrong with putting personal hygiene items on display. If this is your situation, do not overload the shelves with various items. Otherwise, you risk drawing attention to the disorder, and not vice versa. Remember that there should be a measure in everything. Yulia Borisova, decorator: - A common recommendation from a decorator is to close the shelves under the sink, since jars and bottles of different sizes, colors and brands look sloppy and create visual disorder. You can put fabric or leather containers inside the cabinet and arrange all the cosmetics in them according to themes.
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