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Smart Advice for a Smooth Running Kitchen

16 Mar
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Your kitchen can be the hub of your home. You might think that it’s the living room that’s more important, but your family can be in and out of the kitchen all day. It’s not only where you cook and prepare food, but it’s also often a place to eat, somewhere for the kids to do their homework, or a space to stand and chat. When your kitchen can be super busy, it makes sense to ensure it runs smoothly. This can include things like making sure you can find what you need or there’s enough space for everyone to use the kitchen as they wish.  Here’s a few ways to make sure you have your own smooth running kitchen! 

TIPS FOR A SMOOTH RUNNING KITCHEN

Use Space Wisely

Whether you have a large kitchen or a small one, using the space in a smart way will help you to keep it organized. There are lots of ways to think about the space, including storage and creating different zones for different purposes. Zoning can help you to save time as well as space by giving you one area to prepare food, one area to cook, and another for tidying and cleaning. You might add extra features too, such as a breakfast island or a nook. Think about storage carefully if you want to make the most of the space.

KITCHEN MOOD BOARD

Look After Your Drains

Part of what makes your kitchen run smoothly is the plumbing. The sink, dishwasher, and perhaps a garbage disposal are all used to help you deal with waste and keep your kitchen clean, among other things. If your drains aren’t working well, your kitchen isn’t very useful. It’s important to take care of your drains by being careful about what you put down them. Be careful not to use too many drain unblocking products as it can permanently affect your drains. Professional help using an electric eel or other tools can sometimes be helpful. They can get rid of blockages without damaging the pipes.

KEEP IT TIDY

Maintain Appliances

Your kitchen appliances can help to make many things a lot easier, whether it’s washing the dishes or heating things up. But if your appliances aren’t working efficiently, they can just be a pain. You need to keep them well-maintained, cleaning them when necessary and even servicing them if you need to. Be sure to clean your dishwasher, your coffee machine, and other appliances that you need to keep clean so they’re hygienic and work as they should. 

Make It Family-friendly

When you have a family, your kids can be in and out of the kitchen all the time. To prevent them from standing around and tripping you up, think about how to make your kitchen more family-friendly. You might set up a space where they can sit and do their homework, so you can supervise and help them while you cook. You can also make it so kids can reach for things that they want without having to climb or do anything dangerous.  Another way to keep it kid friendly is to add a kids play kitchen area! 

If you want to be able to run your kitchen smoothly, take these steps to keep it organized, clean, and functioning.

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