canned-goods storage?
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Comments (3)It can be a valid issue. Assuming you store your jars with the rings off as recommended then stacking them directly on each other is discouraged as it can contribute to seal failures. But stacking boxes is no issue normally. When it is jars out of boxes then it's recommended that a layer of cardboard or a thin layer of plywood be used between the layers of jars so there is no direct contact and the weight is more evenly distributed over the lower layer. So stacking boxes would have the same effect. Dave...See MoreDo you know a good brand for a garage storage sysytem?
Comments (3)We have Whirlpool Gladitor cabinets/shelving/rails in our attached 3-car garage and Ikea cabinets in our detached workshop. I would not recommend Ikea cabinets in a heavily used garage around vehicles and what not because they are likely to get damaged pretty easily. Gladiator products are all metal but pricey. We paid the same amount for our Gladiator cabinets as we did for twice as many Ikea cabinets. But Gladitor is worth the extra cost IMHO. P.S. Gladitor is available from Sears as well as several online sources. I believe they are also avaialble through Lowes and/or Home Depot by special order now too. P.S.S. We find the tall gear boxes to be especially useful for storing paint, cleaning supplies, etc. The wall cabinets are generally too small to store anything but small items. Here is a link that might be useful: Gladiator...See MoreJaymielo, your pantry storage??
Comments (4)rtmom2, I'm not sure how well they would work on a pull out shelf. Is it a shelf or a drawer? You wouldn't want any kind of a "lip" at the front of the shelf like a shallow drawer would have. Also, the point of the cansolidator is that you don't have to "reach" in, so you probably wouldn't be pulling out your shelf anymmore. The product itself is configurable for different sized cans. I have a spot for all the different sizes (e.g. tuna, soup, vegetables, etc). Here is a picture of what ours looks like configured. I split it over two shelves....See MoreHelp with dry goods drawers/storage?
Comments (16)I use plastic containers probably meant for cereal for regular flour and sugar. Similar to the ones in Rhone's pantry (linked to above) but smaller. (I don't need 33 quart ones!) I like them as they have squared off corners, are tall rectangles and fit well in the cabinet. The handles make them easy to lift out and place where you need them. I use modular mates for the other sugars and grains. Right now, they're kinda spread out through my kitchen and pantry but but my remodel will have a baking center. I was considering drawer storage for all the dry goods until I realized the issue of having to stand aside while the drawer is opened. So now the drawers will hold the baking pans, various casserole dishes, and items I use less often like cookie cutters, cookie press, sprinkles for cookies, rolling pin, cupcake liners, yada yada, and all my flours, sugars, baking spices, extracts, measuring cups/spoons, and other more frequently used items will go in the uppers of the baking center. Yeast, wheat germ and seeds are stored in the freezer. My food processor, Blendtec, and other gadgets used for baking/cooking will go in an appliance garage adjacent to the baking center. I will probably have my KA mixer out but buy a cute cover for it as it's cobalt blue which just isn't going to go with my new colors. It will be on the corner created by the appliance garage under the upper cabinet of the baking center. My goal is to not have to step out of the baking center area unless I need one of the items in the freezer about 2 steps to the left of the baking center, or need water at the prep sink which is about 2 steps to the right. I'm hoping it's as efficient and organized as I'm imagining. If I've measured right, it should be. If not, the lesser used items will have to move to the pantry. Also, any bags that can't be emptied all the way into their containers for the baking center area will be kept in the pantry. I have looked at the nice glass containers that nhbaskets and Lily Spider picture and figure I might put flour and sugar on the counter in those if I discover I don't have quite enough room in my uppers for everything. But I'd rather keep my counters more clear. We'll see, I guess. Fingers crossed I'm actually organized when done! I don't know if any of this is helpful or not....See Morecross_stitch
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