Whether you've got a tiny galley kitchen or one with seemingly endless countertops, there never seems to be enough space. That's because the problem isn't the space itself, but maximizing it to its fullest potential. Once again, the tips below are here to save the day - giving those
without a big beautiful pantry the tips they need to store everything neatly in their cabinets instead.
It's all about functionality, organization, and maintaining a display so you can find everything simply. Plus, these tips are easy enough for households with kids to implement and keep organized. So, no pantry? No problem! Check out the list of helpful tips and tricks below to get your kitchen in tip-top shape.
Under-the-sink organization
The cupboard under your sink is short on space, so it only becomes more crowded when you start to store cleaning products there. But if you install a tension rod in the cupboard, you can hang spray bottles and other items from the rod, freeing up space for other cleaning supplies and other bathroom or kitchen necessities.
Spice storage
If you have tall kitchen cabinets, then it's easy for small items (such as jars of spices) to get shoved behind taller containers. Make it easier to see what you have in your cabinets by putting small tension rods at the back. You can balance short containers on them so you'll always be able to see them.
Extra kitchen storage
Use the curtain rod as the base of a platter that stands between your countertop and your shelves or cabinets. We love how they painted this one a brass color for a bit of a chic upgrade. Plus, this won't ruin any of your countertops or cabinets.
Hold up a kitchen window awning 
You can use a curtain rod to hold up a window awning. This hack is super easy to do yourself. Plus the rod is covered by fabric, so nobody will know!
Easily pile up cans
Instead of stacking your cans right on top of one another and side by side, place a curtain rod at the front of the cupboard to allow piling up cans on their side. This means you can take cans out easily, stack them more efficiently, and the rod keeps them from falling out and onto your counter.
Drawer organization
How much time do you spend digging through your kitchen drawers and cupboards for the right lids for pots, pans and storage containers? Instead of stacking them in a free-for-all fashion, organize them. Put a few small tension rods in a drawer and place lids between them, making it easier to locate the one you need.
Extra drawer storage
A roll of paper towels is essential for a clean kitchen, but they can be a bit of an eyesore when sitting on the countertop. Keep towels hidden but accessible with a tension rod inside a deep drawer. To get even more out of the drawer, consider adding a second rod to organize cleaning supplies like in idea #1. All your tools for tidying up are now in one convenient place.
For more tension rod tips, check out the video below.
