The Once-Popular Kitchen Accessory That'll Help Organize Your Small Space

If there is any area of the home that you expect to become overcrowded, it's bound to be the kitchen. A kitchen counter can quickly become cluttered and overrun with items, especially if the layout is small. To make sure the kitchen is functional for the whole family, space is of the essence. Luckily, a traditional breadbox can be converted into an optimum solution for tidying up.

The box doesn't need to be reserved for bread or even food. It can serve as storage for baking tools, cutlery, and even small glassware. Stow away coffee beans, K-cups, and packets of sugar in a breadbox where they will be waiting for you first thing in the morning. Keeping one on the kitchen table can create a designated location for napkins and placemat settings. Breadboxes with a flat top can also serve as a display area for beloved trinkets.

A breadbox will not take up much counter space but will hide the elements that you're trying to keep handy. If you want to add a personal design touch, consider painting a wooden breadbox the color of your liking. Perhaps a trendy burgundy to serve as an accent piece or thrift a vintage breadbox and turn it into a beautiful, bespoke decor piece for your home that is more attractive than an average plastic bin or container.

It's hard to find extra space in a cluttered kitchen to keep necessities, but breadboxes can remedy this problem by providing a hack to secretly add more storage to your kitchen. Varying types of easy-to-operate lids are available on the market, including sliding doors or doors that open outward toward the user. Get a compact breadbox, and it won't feel bulky. For a solution that's extra practical, invest in a multi-tiered breadbox for an elevated space that can serve as an extra shelf.

Its multiple layers allow for increased organization on more than one level. The breadbox can even be retrofitted to accommodate wires and cords of electric appliances. Just cut a few small holes into the back or side of the box, feed the cords through to reach the nearest outlet, and it's good to go!

Breadboxes come in a variety of designs, but a neutral and visually pleasing wood construction will fit in with a multitude of aesthetics. This makes it a smart solution to organize the bathroom as well. Keep bathroom countertops clutter-free with a simple breadbox DIY that will keep toiletries nearby but out of sight. Breadboxes can also be transformed into a makeshift medicine cabinet that can be hung on the wall to hold small bottles in a stylish and functional fixture.