A pantry is one of the most complex working spaces in the home! Things constantly move in and out of it, and most family members use it. Your pantry ideas need structure to stay tidy and organized even during your busiest seasons. The best pantry organization ideas often come down to the smaller details.

If you’ve added bins, decanted everything, and are still struggling with a cluttered-looking pantry, here are six reasons why your pantry storage ideas may still look cluttered. 1. There is a lot of retail packaging Retail packaging is designed to grab a consumer’s attention.

It’s colorful with bold colors and a giant print. While it may look great in a store, it will be overwhelming in a pantry. Non-food items and pantry staples like paper towels can be loose without the packaging, while food items work well in canisters.

Here are some suggestions for things to remove from the packaging. Sometimes, we must keep the retail packaging, and that’s okay. In that case, do your best to ensure the labels are lined up and everything looks as tidy as possible.

2. You aren’t using the right types of bins Opaque bins with labels are most useful when you want a clutter-free pantry. The bin's solid structure hides its contents, so your eye sees only the bin and not all the little things inside.

Plastic, bamboo, and natural woven materials are the most popular materials for a pantry. We still use clear or wire bins in pantries, so don’t count them out entirely. Wire bins are gr.