Does he have a notion spring cleaning put in a state of distress? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. To make it easier, we decided to deal with the room individually. In the new Clean Sweep section we ask Rachel Rosenthal the expert organizer and creator Rachel and Company, we will divide them into three easy parts that we will announce in the next three weeks. We shared tips last week how to arrange a garbage drawer. Next: how to arrange your fridge!
Summer is almost here and it’s more important than ever to have an organized refrigerator. To help reinforce healthy eating habits, give your child more independence with a snack or save on a food budget; an organized refrigerator can and will affect everyday life.
One of the biggest things I always say about the organization of refrigerators is not the temporary task: the organization of the refrigerator is shaped by maintenance and over time.
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Unlike other areas of your home that don’t change frequently, like the linen closet, your fridge is changing every time you go to the grocery store. 100% you don’t have to do a complete cleaning / organization of the fridge after each store, but if the system is set up and you check in regularly, you can keep the fridge at all times.
Keep reading the tips for organizing your fridge (without losing your senses!):
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Start with a clean whiteboard.
When you decide it’s time to organize your fridge you’ll want to do some deep cleaning. Take everything out and clean everything. Really go in and clean all the parts (storage doors, drawers, shelves, handles) and try to use a a non-toxic cleaner“Your food lives here!”
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Organize Store Day.
It is no use arranging the fridge on an empty day, it will overflow when you go to the store. Make sure you are organizing the refrigerator and installing systems that work when they are fully equipped.
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Keep it clear.
One of the easiest ways to keep your fridge organized is to avoid over-buying and to do this it is essential to know what you have on hand. Keeping your refrigerator containers clean is just as important as what you have, what you need to refill, and what you need to use soon.
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Create fields.
As with all organizations, it’s important to create categories in your refrigerator: children’s snacks, dinner ingredients, products, and more. This is especially helpful if you have kids to know where to find what they want and to listen hopefully. one less “Mom, I need help” every day.
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Labeling isn’t just for your pantry.
Many people forget that labeling can be just as useful in other parts of your home as in your refrigerator. Label bins, drawers or shelves in your refrigerator so you know where everything is going. This is even more helpful for a shared refrigerator. We look after the children, the husband, the roommates, the guests.
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Know where to store it.
The lower part of the fridge is usually the coldest (as the heat rises), so try to keep things that can be easily damaged towards the bottom. Bonus tip: keep your eggs on the bottom shelf, they’ll stay cooler for longer!
My four main products for organizing the refrigerator:
