Whether you're a daily cook or an occasional one, maximize time with the right setup.
Why get better organized at home? The folks at
IKEA say organizing your kitchen will do four things.
1. Makes your life easier
2. Save you time
3. Relieve stress
4. You'll be able to find what you want, when you want it
Here are three tips to help take your kitchen to the next "organized" level!
#1 Divide and conquerEmpty the contents from tall or wide boxes into air tight storage containers. They’ll stack and store much more efficiently, saving precious cabinet space.
Products:
• IKEA 365+ Jar with lid – comes in various sizes 10-oz, $1.99; 44-oz, $2.99; 2-qt, $3.99: Made to fit your hand. Ideal for when you want to pour and stir at the same time. Transparent; makes it easy to find what you're looking for.
• KRUS food storage series, $4.99-$6.99: The perfect solution for small items that tend to clutter up cabinets and drawers. Stackable containers use space efficiently, two removable dividers customize the inside storage space. Plastic and synthetic rubber.
#2 Think verticalUse wall space over the oven and stove to store items like knives, utensils, even small pots and pans. This will maximize storage space in a small kitchen and keep often used items close at hand.
Products:
The GRUNDTAL rail series ranges in price from $1.99 to $26.99 and will maximize space and keep kitchen accessories within easy reach. Made of sturdy, rust resistant stainless steel.
Straight modern design in stainless steel. Many smart and simple solutions such as:
• GRUNDTAL containers, $4.99
• GRUNDTAL cutlery caddy, $5.99
• GRUNDTAL dish drainer, $24.99
• GRUNDTAL magnetic knife rack, $8.99
• GRUNDTAL papertowel holder, $5.99
• GRUNDTAL spice rack, $19.99
• GRUNDTAL wall rack/dish drainer, $10.99
#3 Lighten upIt’s hard to work in a dark, poorly lit kitchen, even if it IS well-organized. Make sure that food prep, cooking and storage areas have sufficient light. Consider using a dimmer switch on an overhead lamp to soften the mood for late night snacks or romantic dinners for two.
Products:
-Fitting some lighting under your cabinets/shelves is a safe and effective way of making sure of what you’re doing – good example of this is using our GRUNDTAL countertop lighting, halogen ($31.99 - $39.99) OR fluorescent ($31.99 - $35.99) – both help provide an even light over the countertop.
-DIODER drawer LED light $14.99 is another good idea! The DIODER battery operated, LED strip light contains a sensor,
Visit IKEA Tempe today to see how they can help you create the kind of family hub that suits your every need. Your dream kitchen awaits you!
KITCHEN PROMOTIONFrom now to November 11th, customers who buy an IKEA kitchen valued at $2,500 or more will receive 10% off their entire kitchen purchase.
When adding two major appliances to the order, they’ll receive 15% off. If adding three major appliances to the order, they’ll receive 20% off.
FOOD UNIVERSITY EVENTHow would you like to learn delicious recipes and cooking basics from culinary experts in a comfortable atmosphere for free?
Aspiring home cooks will get to do just that as they watch Chef Claudine Pepin prepare and entertain at a fun-filled evening of learning and cooking during the Food University™ presented by Family Circle event here on Wednesday, October 28th from 6-8 p.m. Reservations are not required.
KITCHEN CLINICCome meet with representatives from Great Spaces, one of IKEA Tempe's certified kitchen installers, for free advice on kitchen remodeling within the Kitchens department on this Saturday, 10/31, at 10am.
$1 MEALBALL PLATEFrom Saturday, November 7th to Tuesday, November 10, 2009, customers can enjoy 10 mouth-watering Swedish meatballs for just $1 - regularly $4.29! Includes 10 meatballs, mashed potatoes and cream sauce. *Limit one per customer - while supplies last.
