4 Things Every Kitchen Should Have

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4 Things Every Kitchen Should Have

I must admit that I am thoroughly enjoying my newly painted kitchen. Even the mere sight of it,  almost makes me want to cook….. almost. One thing that I am sure about though, are 4 things in my kitchen that I absolutely can’t live without….. nor can my kitchen. 

4 Things Every Kitchen Should Have

4 Things Every Kitchen Should Have

Comfort Mats

The first are these Comfort Mats. I love feeling the softness at my feet when I am cleaning those dishes! 
At first I was little concerned that the black would show a lot of dirt and dust from all the foot traffic, but I was wrong. I can vacuum or sweep them and spray them frequently with a multi-surface cleaner, and they look just as new as when I bought them almost 12 months ago. Besides, now when I look down I know how many tablespoons are in a cup.
 
4 Things Every Kitchen Should Have

Trays

During an annual IKEA trip, I spotted this aqua color tray that works so well on my beverage station. It was a fun color to infuse in my white kitchen. Trays are so versatile and functional and will work in other spaces in the house. I bought it many months ago so I am not sure if they still carry it but if they do, it was very reasonably priced ( less then the cost of dinner).

 
4 Things Every Kitchen Should Have

Baskets 

 I love a good basket, especially one that can work so well to group kitchen gadgets that you want to leave out on the counter. I pick up cute and useful baskets whenever I see them on sale.
 
4 Things Every Kitchen Should Have

  Kitchen Organizer

The next gadget has really saved my sanity in the kitchen….. well really in the cabinet. My baking sheets and muffin tins are finally getting along. Before I bought this kitchen organizer for baking sheets and such, things were kinda…well just laid on top of each other. Now they stay upright and organized and are ready for me when I open that door.
 
4 Things Every Kitchen Should Have 
I also bought this one for the bags, and wraps in the pantry. Total sanity keeper.
4 Things Every Kitchen Should Have

Now that my kitchen sanity is under control, maybe I will start to cook. Ha, will see. I hope the 4 things my kitchen can’t live without will inspire your own kitchen organization.

 Tell me, what are some things that your kitchen can’t live without?


PS- there are actually 5 things… my husband the cook!

Grateful 
My kids to have time with their ‘mimi’
 
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13 Comments

  1. We just got two of those gel filled mats and they are great! We had carpet by the sink and stove and they got so dirty and yucky!! The new mats I use a bacteria type cleaner and they are so convenient. I do like your trays — really nice in a kitchen.

  3. I love kitchen organization products. It really does make a difference in keeping things in order. I have that same divider for cookie sheets and love it. I also have one for lids that go on pots and pans. I think in my kitchen, my most used organization product is my pot rack. I don't have a ton of storage in my kitchen, so allowing me to just grab a pan hanging from above makes it really easy. I don't use mine for décor (as some people do). I really use it for my cooking pots and pans. I've had it forever and love it.

  4. Love that tray from IKEA! I've wondered about those mats from Ballard's. Glad to know that you love yours.

    Right now, I'm loving my new warming drawer and don't think I'd want to live without one in the next house. It's a luxury for sure, but worth every penny to me!
    Have a great day, Laura!

  6. Great pieces and I bought mats from Ballard for the new kitchen too. Love them, they are so cuchiony, made that word up and they do clean up great and if needed good for the washer. Right up my alley. I have items I have to have too, like my pot filled with my wooden tools for cooking.

    Cindy

  8. LOL! I must think the same thing. My kitchen that is 2 years old hasn't been used much because I love it. But it has been used more than my old one ever was. I think you should add cutting board to that list. Have just started using that while chopping fresh veggies.

  10. I'm sure you are loving the painted kitchen! I remember when I painted mine it made me kick myself that I hadn't done it sooner. I would kill to have enough cabinets to use that type of divider for my cookie sheets, etc. I have a plan, but of course I'm procrastinating! The thing that I cannot live without is my pot rack. I haven't a clue where they would go if I didn't have the rack.

  11. I'll just be honest. My favorite thing about any kitchen is the refrigerator. This one isn't as nice as the others I've had over the years. And I'm the ice maker. But I couldn't begin to get by without something to keep drinks cold in this heat. Second on the list would be my cooking station. And next would be my portable washer/dryer in one. And after that would be my butcher block island I found at the antique mall for $45. A steal.
    Brenda

  13. I have a 3 tiered iron ‘antique’ plate rack I have on my island. That freed up some cabinet room and gave me a reason to buy cute dishes.

    My other 2 are, a metal wire cake tester which I have a green ribbon looped on so I can see it…. and a thermometer for the yeast checking…it’s in the shape of a bee 🙂

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