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Homes & Gardens
Amy Hunt

What to put in the cabinet above the kitchen sink, according to professional organizers

Round large kitchen island with fluted base, marble top, green painted cabinetry

Planning what to put in the cabinet above the kitchen sink? You’d be forgiven for being conflicted over the best way to use this space when organizing the kitchen. Though it’s in a slightly more tricky spot, it’s also an important place for storage, given that it’s usually always within easy reach – after all, many of us spend a lot of time near our kitchen sinks.

'The cabinets above your kitchen sink are what I would consider "prime real estate",' certified professional organizer and owner of The Organizing Professionals, Janet Bernstein said. 'The kitchen sink is generally the central point in the kitchen, which makes the cabinets above very valuable.' This means that it's important to place items here that you use regularly, rather than items used every few months or so.

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