How to Maximize Storage Space in Your Refrigerator

There are three things in your life that can never be big enough: your smile, your bank account, and your refrigerator. No matter how hard you try to stay organized, it seems like you are always running out of space to keep your food. If this is a problem you constantly experience, use these tips to maximize space in your refrigerator.

Adjust Your Shelves

Nearly every modern refrigerator comes standard with adjustable shelves, a function that allows for storage flexibility and optimization. On most models, these shelves can easily slide out of one slot and into another in order to allow you to fit almost any item in your fridge. Since you likely buy the same foods over and over, adjusting your refrigerator's shelves will not only allow you to fit as much food in it as possible, it will also provide a blueprint for where different foods should go.

Be Mindful of Your Containers

Containers can really make or break a refrigerator's storage space. When used correctly, you will be able to fit more food than you could imagine; but the misuse of containers can quickly cram your fridge. Stick to using square or rectangular containers, as round ones make an inefficient use of space. You should also stack containers on top of each other to make more room for your other food.

Constantly Clean

Out with the old, in with the new. That's a motto you should live by when it comes to organizing your refrigerator. Always be aware of what is sitting in your fridge and when it will expire. Clean your refrigerator out every week or two and throw away items which have expired or will expire soon. Not only does this create more space, it saves your refrigerator from developing unpleasant odors.

Add An Extra Shelf

Adding an extra shelf to your refrigerator is a great way to maximize vertical space. How many items sitting in your refrigerator right now are tall enough that they almost touch the shelf above it? Chances are not many; so make more use of this space by adding another shelf. It does not have to be straight from the manufacturer, here is a shelf you can buy for about $5 that will work.

Bonus Tip: Place delicate food items such as bread and eggs under the shelf for extra protection.

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