Small kitchen is not a verdict it’s the reason to start organizing the kitchen area better. A few simple solutions will help you to transform a small, dull and overstocked kitchen into a wonderful well-organized place to spend each day.

Consider a rather typical situation: an average family, several kids (the more the better), small house, small kitchen that does not possess any distinctive features but everyday holds family meetings and acts as an eating area, kids playground and a platform for enormous cooking activities. What is more, it’s an overstocked kitchen and it is impossible to use the work kitchen area at full speed. Let’s say that kitchen makeover is not among the top plans of in the to-do list of the family. Then follow the given tips to achieve a perfect result:

Start from a thorough kitchen anti-clutter operation, some reorganization, and a well-thought lighting will turn the most multifunctional and messy room in the house into a perfect place to get a kick-off for each day.

A well-known situation: the cabinets are overstocked and packed with all possible items, but the walls remain unused. Some shelves on the walls to free the overstocked kitchen cabinets are the best possible solutions. A brand-new, roomy microwave needs to be mounted on the shelf over the stove, freeing up valuable counter space. Relocate the toaster to the side of the sink, where there’s enough room to butter toast and assemble sandwiches. Several hook racks should be hung on the wall beside the kitchen stove as an ideal place for frequently used pans, small saucepans and commonly used utensils.

Get rid of all clutter and useless kitchen items and locate everything you need right where you use it. Mixing wooden spoons, tongs, strainers and spatulas need to be arranged in special transparent under-cabinet drawers, located next to the stove, and thus made easy to reach during the cooking. A bread box will keep food fresh and the counter tidy.

Give your kitchen more lighting. Worn-out cabinets make the kitchen feel even smaller than it really is. Painting the cabinets in bright and lively colors works wonders, giving the necessary light to the small kitchen. Add a matching bright front for the dishwasher ordered from the manufacturer to fit the renovation.

Free the windows. Remove extensive pottery and plants from the windows to let in more natural sun light, making the kitchen look visually larger.

Occupy every inch of space. If the kitchen area is not that impressive use wall-mounted elements to customize stocking. Square labeled bins can be of help when storing spices and other necessities.

Think about the furniture durability and safety. Adjustable styled high-back stools are much safer than backless options and more practical than stationary chairs. Use contrast color seats to keep the room from looking unicolored.