Not The Kitchen: Add Food Storage To The Garage With An Easy-To-Install Solution

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When you think of the garage, your first thought likely has nothing to do with food. However, if you have a small kitchen and no pantry, it can be a great option for expanding your food storage situation, with the right shelving or cabinetry. While you can maximize storage in the garage in any number of unique ways, for a food storage solution that will look good and can be moved around, Amazon offers a Metal Pantry Storage Cabinet by Yizosh that can handle a wide variety of products and has a 4.3-star rating with over 2,300 reviews.

This cabinet is 71 inches tall, 31.5 inches wide, and 15.75 inches deep, giving you plenty of storage space for your food and other non-perishable items. Each shelf is adjustable, except for the very bottom, and is advertised as being able to handle up to 180 pounds, which is important when storing a lot of cans and jars. The cabinet comes with wheel, with two that lock in place to prevent unexpected movement. The back of the cabinet has a perforated design that allows you to anchor it to a wall to prevent it from falling over if you're worried about safety, particularly if you are adding a lot of weight to the shelves. 

There's a magnet for easy opening and closing of the cabinet doors. And to prevent rust, there's a coated finish that keeps this cabinet looking its best for years to come. These cabinets come in two colors, black and white, and are $154.99 each. It can be a great way to add more food storage to your home.

There are plenty of places to find stylish storage cabinets that homeowners love, including Amazon. When grabbing the Yizosh Metal Pantry Storage Cabinet, remember that you have to assemble it yourself. As some reviews have pointed out, it can be a bit of challenge to put this together. Having a second set of hands to help can make a difference in not only how quickly you can build your cabinet, but also how easy it will be. Part of the problem is that the metal can bend and dent, particularly when you're putting the cabinet together. Having a second person to hold things in place while hardware and screws are being attached can prevent damage to the metal. If the door panel warps or bends, it won't close easily, and you'll need to bend it back into shape. One 3-star review shared that the doors did not align properly and they were advised to adjust the washers and the back legs to make it level.

Another thing to consider is that you can remove the wheels or legs if needed, with some Amazon reviews sharing they felt that the wheels/legs made the cabinet feel less secure. Depending on how much you plan to store in this cabinet, it may make more sense to not attach the wheels or legs to ensure stability. However, this will make it shorter than the 71 inches. If you are concerned about stability, consider storing the heavier items, like cans, jars, and even large bags of potatoes or dried goods towards the bottom of the cabinet. Check out some of the best ways to organize your pantry for tips on optimizing your new storage pantry.