Our custom pantry designs with slide out pantry shelves allow you to store and access more pantry items than you’d imagine. But did you know that we can even make excellent use of your pantry door? The possibilities are endless! So read on for clever, easy, and smart pantry door storage ideas!
1. Over-The-Door Pantry Door Rack
Racks that fit over the top of the pantry door are one of the simplest and quickest behind-the-door storage ideas. You can purchase these racks and hang them in seconds for instant over-the-door pantry storage.
Over-the-pantry door organizers are available in a variety of sizes and materials. There are wooden, metal, and plastic options to choose from depending on your preference. You’re sure to find an over-the-door pantry storage solution that will work for you!
2. Pantry Door Towel Rack
Finding a convenient place for your dish towels and/or paper towels, other than your countertop, is a small win when it comes to storage. Pantry door towel holders are great for keeping your dish and paper towels neatly organized. This can also help free up some counter space.
3. Pantry Door Spice Rack
The pantry door spice rack is an excellent storage solution for a variety of different-size jars that you want within easy reach. Use your pantry door spice rack to store all your spices and other small items that don’t have a place to live.
4. Pantry Door Snack Basket
Use the vertical space behind your pantry door to install baskets to hold all of your family’s favorite snacks. The pantry door snack baskets are a quick and easily accessible way to organize snacks without using up space in a drawer or shelf. The baskets can also be used for storing other pantry items like food cans and spices.
5. Pantry Door Food Storage Bag Dispenser
Instead of taking up space in drawers or cabinets with food storage bags, hang a storage bag dispenser on your pantry door instead. You can also use this space to store and organize grocery and trash bags.
6. Pantry Door Aluminum Foil and Plastic Wrap Dispenser
Storage dispensers for aluminum foil and plastic wrap mounted on the back of your pantry door is a great way to keep these items organized. Just make sure you mount these dispensers high enough so little hands can’t reach or you may have a mess on your hands.
7. Pantry Door Recipe Holder
A pantry door recipe holder is a convenient addition to your kitchen. By attaching a recipe holder to the inside of your pantry door, your recipes will be within reach while you’re cooking.
8. Pantry Door Chalkboard or Whiteboard
A pantry door chalkboard or whiteboard is a convenient way to communicate with the family, compile grocery lists, plan meals, and write daily reminders. Your pantry door whiteboard can also serve as a weekly meal planner so the whole family knows what’s on the menu for the week.
Additional Tips for Using Pantry Door Storage
As you design your pantry door storage, keep the following in mind.
If you have a walk-in pantry, adding additional door storage shouldn’t be a problem since the door will close regardless. However, if your pantry is more of a shallow closet style, ensure you have enough space between the door storage option(s) you choose and in the pantry itself.
It’s best to leave yourself a couple of inches of free space around the edge of the door to ensure it opens and closes properly.
It’s also a good idea to make sure your pantry door can handle the additional weight of the storage option(s) you choose. If you have a hollow-core pantry door with standard hinges, don’t add too much weight. If you plan to store heavier items, consider replacing the door or the hinges within something sturdier.
Here are a few other helpful tips for organizing pantry door storage:
- Use Clear Containers: By using clear containers, it is easy to find what you are looking for quickly.
- Label Everything: Get a label maker or use masking tape and a marker to label pantry items that you place in a container.
- Store Frequently Used Items Within Easy Reach: put the pantry items you use most in the front of the shelves for easy access.
- Store Heavy Items on The Bottom Shelves: Storing heavy items on the bottom shelf of your pantry is recommended for safety and stability.
- Clean And Declutter Your Pantry Regularly: Cleaning and reorganizing your pantry on a regular basis is important for maintaining food safety and efficient use of space.
We Can Help You Make the Most of Your Pantry Space
Your local ShelfGenie storage solution professional will help you maximize your pantry space. Schedule a consultation with your local ShelfGenie team, and our designers will come to your home and work with you to create pantry storage that suits your specific needs. All our services are backed by the Neighborly Done Right Promise™, which ensures your satisfaction with our work.
Don’t struggle with limited or inadequate storage; book an appointment with your local ShelfGenie today and start transforming your pantry and the other areas of your home into the functional, easily accessible storage spaces you need.
