I never met a pantry that I couldn’t organize

March 17, 2022 by

I never met a pantry I couldn’t organize.
There are some things that some of us only do every 25 years. Attend our high school reunion, traverse an IKEA store without buying something, and organizing a pantry. These are just simply facts.

It goes without saying that pantries, especially a walk-in, is a great selling feature and often high on a buyer’s wish list.

And if there’s one thing we learned from watching dandruff shampoo commercials, it’s that you never get a second chance to make a first impression. 

Sellers like to believe that buyers will stick to the main rooms of the house during a showing. In reality, potential buyers can, and will, look everywhere. They’re not afraid to look in closets, basement storage, and in pantries.

 I know, I know. Organizing a pantry is as pleasant and relaxed as cleaning a polar bear’s teeth.

But going from disorganized to dapper is the next level up.

It’s so worth it!

Purge
The less in the pantry, the more spacious and organized it will appear. Go through everything and toss anything that is expired, not needed or wanted. While on the market, purchase the minimum, so it doesn’t get overstuffed. 

Clear the floor
If there is not enough space, store large items in another area of the home to make the pantry look spacious, open and organized. The prime goal is to show lots of storage, so convenience may have to be sacrificed for the short haul.

Categorize 
Store similar items with similar items, with everything functionally accessible. Bring items, boxes, cans, and containers to the front of each shelf. Face the labels forward.

Switch out containers
Streamline and organize the pantry by transfering food items such as teas, pastas, spices, snacks, and baking ingredients, etc. into matching storage containers. 
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