You're Organizing Your Kitchen Wrong!

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[@kristinnelson-patel442]

I love your video content, but lately the background music has been a bit too loud and competitive with what you’re saying to my ears.

[@lindaroyal8161]

It's Not necessary and very distracting.

[@SF-ru3lp]

Background music is too loud and distracting . We could do without it. Your content and delivery are great.

[@tiben1234]

Exactly, I really enjoy your video, but the music is not needed since you speak from beginning to the end (which is something I like - no downtime). Keep on producing!

[@therichbuddha3277]

yah, like dude, sure we all have ADHD but you're speaking, kill the music lol

[@spiceknack22]

Oh gawd... this irritated unnecessary background music again 🙄. Please noooooo

[@peterdurand3098]

I second that.

[@latmcb9863]

Agreed - it seems that all youtubers think they need background music. Even the videos with the really soft music are irritating. Just talk already - no music needed!

[@HeronCoyote1234]

I didn’t notice it until I read your comment.

[@poppyfields6849]

There are so many Chanel’s I have unsubscribed from for this reason having ADHD it really is overload !!!😢

[@AWTeab]

Agreed. The music makes it so much harder to take in the content. I couldn’t finish the video and I can’t tell you what was covered.

[@goconnor0304]

Speaking of dividers, it would be really handy if you divided your points so that we can find these 'mistakes' easier.

[@marygillespie2028]

Your videos are SO helpful, Mark. My kitchen plan is coming together and I hope to execute in 2025. However, you've never addressed the problem of what to do with the HUSBAND who leaves EVERYTHING on the kitchen counter!

[@spacecaptain9188]

I like everything in the kitchen to be on wheels. My food storage is rolling wire shelves, my kitchen island is two rolling carts, with butcher block tops, so I can move my full pot, from sink to stove, or load groceries straight into the fridge, etc., with no difficulty. Even my appliances are on a rolling cart that I can access from both sides (so nothing ever winds up lost in the back) and I don't even have to lift *most of* them to use them! Just push the cart to the most convenient wall socket, plug it in, and start using it! 2nd person in our tiny kitchen? No problem! We can move everything but the kitchen sink to accommodate us both!

[@so.many.obstacles]

I honestly didn’t notice the music until several people pointed it out. I guess I was focused on the good tips.

[@skingftl]

Verticle storage is good until you get old. I am 63 and now find it challeging to remove items from top shelves in upper cabinets.

[@therichbuddha3277]

wow man, sorry to hear you have that challenge at young 63

[@ednaramos727]

I don't know what your set up is like, but I put items I don't use often at the very top and those I use very often where I can easily get them. I'm short (only 4'11'') so I don't have a long reach 😂

[@monkeybusiness1999]

Great common sense ideas :) Many years ago my parents came to visit & while I was at work, they completely rearranged my kitchen. And used most of the same logic shown here. It took me weeks to locate certain items, afterwards, but begrudgingly - their way was the best, easiest & most efficient kitchen system once I got used to it. Money saving & healthier, too, because cooking for myself became much easier as well.

[@lindaharoldclark5550]

Ha Ha! My husband and I were those parents for our son and daughter in law,, Granted, a challenging kitchen and little time with two careers and young child when first moved into the home, so just had not really had time to think things through. Same reaction, a bit “begrudgingly” at first, but longer term a very positive outcome. Thanks for sharing your story. It made me smile.

[@monkeybusiness1999]

@lindaharoldclark5550 You're welcome! Same as your kids, was working long hours & just too tired to organize things properly. 🙂🧡

[@susanhenley8240]

Cabinet Maker thought I was crazy insisting on 4 adjustable shelves per cabinet. But when you have a small space, you learn to maximize every sq.in. of space you've got. Just 2 shelves? Pfft!

[@RTAV108]

Background music is a bit loud over the audio..

[@cathyciolek2899]

So appreciative of your videos and these tips when I designed my kitchen. A year later and I am still so happy with my organized storage! Mark’s advice is spot on.

[@CrystalC.2005]

I’m short and I have bending issues. I’m still learning how to better organize our kitchen after becoming paralyzed two years ago. Very good points here. Thank you

[@lindaharoldclark5550]

Re: All the negative comments about vertical storage for shorter people, those with some physical constraints, and issues as we age: Please do not dismiss the concept entirely. There are pull-down shelves that can be installed (like the excellent example of pull out units for deep under counter cabinets). Also, what I call the “grabby tool”, those lightweight metal extensions that one holds and squeezes with one’s hand, and the “claws” at the upper end latch on to the item. And a well balanced and sturdily constructed step stool. Finally, of course, safety is paramount!!!! There are some things I no longer climb and fetch myself - but plan ahead and wait until someone is visiting who can do so (for example to fetch the chafing dish or soup tureen used only very occasionally). [ 5’3” and age 70+]

[@heart_soul50]

I admit…I have too much junk in my kitchen. I am actually in the process of choosing the necessary and donating the “just because I like it and duplicate items”. Thanks for your beneficial advice.

[@domenicamassaro8221]

The drawers is a GREAT advice. Everybody tends to use what is easier to reach. So is the "ancillary space". Nobody thinks of it in project phase, and afterwards has the joy of the rubbish bin always moving around, not to mention the mop and other items.

[@frappelover6213]

Unfortunately when you rent it's harder. I just moved into a very nice apartment with a tinier kitchen than my last. I'm struggling with organization because cabinets are much shorter and I have a lot of gadgets. I decided to just order a baker's rack and coffee bar on wheels.

[@trinaroe5132]

I don’t store lids with pans because most pans and stockpots are used first and last at the sink and the stove is the intermediate step. But lids I use first at the stove, along with Dutch oven and fry pans. Because my kitchen is small but the distance between sink & stove is long, and there’s very limited storage near the stove, separating them has worked much better for me than storing them all together. I have a lid rack on a shelf in the pantry which is the only storage space near the stove. The fry pans are on the shelf below them and my heavy Dutch oven is on the bottom shelf. The sauce pans and stock pots (minus their lids) are stored in my corner lazy Susan by the sink.

[@so.many.obstacles]

2:21 though my didn’t drawer didn’t look like this, I paused the video to add an extra acrylic bin into the drawer. I added the fee floating item in there and removed things I don’t need and it look better already. Thank you!

[@coni-ne5km]

I can only reach the lowest shelf for vertical storage; shelves above store hardly used items.

[@lavieestduresansconfiture3912]

And the most important tipp: When reorganizing your kitchen do declutter half of your kitchen items. 😁

[@domenicamassaro8221]

May I add an advice? The dishwasher has to be sized on the everyday needs of the family. Example, mine is a family of three and I have a 45cm wide dishwasher. Not a big dishwasher for "when we have guests", because I would use it half empty, or take out a pan and handwash it because I need it long before I have a full dishwasher. What do I do when I have guests? I wash twice to accommodate the surplus of dirty dishes. This is my experience and my 2 cents advice.

[@brianhopkins5251]

100% I have this huge kitchen (remodeled long before i bought the house) with a huge fridge, a massive 6 burner stove, plenty of counter space and storage.............and a 24" dishwasher. it doesn't even fit most pots and pans. It's annoying and there's no way to fix it (I mean it's a great dishwasher, but it's not nearly big enough)

[@nathalie_desrosiers]

But I looked and the standard size *is* 24 inches. Also, where do you live to have a 45 cm wide dishwasher? I never saw one (I'm in Canada).

[@debbieredfern2267]

In the UK we can have 45cm dishwashers (I like the miele brand, a bit expensive but ultra reliable.) I only have a small kitchen but I am am having a total re do soon (it's been 25 years😂) and will be fitting in 2 x 45 cm dishwashers so that as soon as one is filled and running I have another one to start filling, so no washing up is left out on my limited counter space​ making it look messy and dirty😮@@nathalie_desrosiers

[@nathalie_desrosiers]

@@debbieredfern2267 Hum... I learned recently many people in Europe have their washer/dryer in their kitchen. To us, North Americans, it blows our minds. So to think 2 45 cm dishwasher side by side blows my mind, is an understatement.

[@EvelynSaungikar]

@@debbieredfern2267I had two dishwashers, it was great! I moved, and now don’t have room.

[@dmbalsam]

Easy access to every part of the kitchen, especially vertical space is only easy and practical if you are over 5.2” tall. Need a ladder for upper cabinets.

[@ambergoldman8031]

We're doing a major renovation and the kitchen is a big part of it. This was a great video for us as we're preparing to design our kitchen. Thank you for sharing your talent.

[@terryruiz7417]

I've lived in the same house for over 45 years. Aging, my own, has forced rethinking storage. One area I can't seem to find the best way to organize...spices. I cook and bake. The cabinet used is tall, narrow, and a section behind a cabinet division. I do use lazy Susan's, multi-level. I don't want them on a counter, and no other cabinet seems an easy solution. Sometimes I think there just isn't a solution.

[@anntaylor4247]

My lazy susan fits in my corner cupboard.

[@loribarnes9355]

What are the thoughts on secret storage within/behind the backsplash

[@mgertp]

Why lable what is evident - like potato chips? I ony lable what can be confused for something else such as baking soda and sugar or self-rising and regular flour. If you don't have climbing little people, use magnetic strip holders for knives. Mine are on side of cabinet near sink/ prep area.

[@artistjjebsen]

I have huge labels on every drawer and cabinet to tell me what’s inside it. Too much?

[@so.many.obstacles]

@@artistjjebsen Not if it works for you.

[@RonTodd-gb1eo]

pots and pans close to the hob. dishes close to the sink tea/coffee/mugs (in UK) close to the kettle knifes/chopping boards/bowls next to main work surface.

[@dmbalsam]

Heavy appliances stay on the counter. Especially as I get older. Just too heavy to lug around. Always have done everything else.

[@kingduck3192]

I find it weird the guy who advocates blocking off corners also thinks you should have cabinetry 9 feet off the floor

[@davinasquirrel7672]

Eeek, I had to look twice at the chaotic utensil drawer, to make sure it wasn't a photo of mine! To be fair though, I have a tiny kitchen which is badly designed, so double trouble. The pull out shelves on lower cabinets is the best idea, especially if not going to renovate. Lower drawers will hopefully be the new norm in years to come.

[@kathyd1022]

I’d love to see how to organize a small galley kitchen with minimal drawers and cabinets. Not everyone has a large modern kitchen

[@nidamarcelo8144]

Sorry I can't finish your video, the background music is too loud! Good video though

[@alysafleisher]

OMG, yes I couldn't stand it any longer either, completely unneeded. It was so loud you couldn't focus on anything he said.

[@therichbuddha3277]

Holy crap this is very helpful!

[@TruthWillSetYouFree832]

1950s ranch house = forced minimalism. If you're not living the minimal kitchen lifestyle, it's up to the added cabinetry shoved into other spaces, if you can find some in the house (watch out for those weirdly-placed air vents and outlets that severely limit your options in every room). Even living with a reasonable amount of things, it's usually putting things onto the high shelves of the regular cabinets or hiding them in the deep corners under a counter (next to a dishwasher, so can't do a corner thing). I've tossed what I could already. Oh, and one drawer. One. I'm grateful for it, but there's just one. And washer/dryer next to the kitchen sink. Send help! 😁

[@Victoria48278]

Mine is a small not a well designed kitchen, open concept, no wall space to add vertical space. So I do my best to keep the limited counter space clutter free. I keep platters and not often used items in the basement. Drawers have organizers. And always clean!

[@heidibastawros8722]

Do you have space for something like a hutch?

[@hanahudcova891]

Using vertical space is not good for elderly people who climb a chair (if they still can), fall and break bones.

[@RUTHIEPOLLINGTON]

Not helpful for elderly or with disabilities or when 5ft tall

[@rayshelld791]

I have personally seen women spend a small fortune on organizing products. They have wasted so much space just to look pretty. And then complain they still don't have enough space. They don't understand that they can actually organize and still look nice. You are spot on with your tips.

[@HeronCoyote1234]

Whoever is loading the dishwashers needs to watch “how to properly load a dishwasher for maximum cleaning” video.

[@MAGAMAN]

5:27 That has got to be one of the most idiotic uses of counter top space I have ever seen. Imagine have to move everything off your counter top to open the cabinet. Imagine having to keep your cabinet doors open when your appliances. Most of the things shown are not used often and can be put in a cabinet under the counter or a pantry and only brought out when needed. There is absolutely nothing good about that space.

[@YeshuaKingMessiah]

U only use the counter for when u pull out the appliance They’re there as a courtesy with the cupboard. Not to provide counter space which is amply supplied other places.

[@gargrizz]

The doors go all the way down to the countertops so yeah, you'd have to remove everything in front of the door to open it​@@YeshuaKingMessiah

[@nramom4life124]

Great ideas for anyone 6’ tall; I’m a short person with advanced arthritis in both knees! Step stools and ladders are out of the question. Thanks, but not helpful.

[@elel3797]

“Throw scraps away”? Guess this must be a household without canine assistance.

[@pokagal7335]

I just scored a A, lol. I've been watching you for a long while, and I have taken your advice. The only places that can be improved are the over the fridge and stove cabinets. I have organized the under sink area, but it can be a whole lot better. Can you send me the link to the black wire pull outs that you showed in this video (under sink)?

[@bonniegale9028]

Lose the music... Aaaaaarrrrgg

[@tiashields1697]

Uhhhh how about a deep three corner shelf up high? What then? I need a ladder to reach and then how to organize it!

[@gf8958-p7p]

Your videos are so incredibly helpful. So many things to think about, and all of them become more ingrained 😅n my mind as I watch your videos. Thank you!! Some day I hope to be able to do a full remodel & seek your guidance! ❤

[@dennisalvarez2518]

I think your eyes handsome, and love the video, this will help me set up. Thanks😜

[@klynch7329]

Had to click off...music too distracting. Sorry.

[@Rachaelshaw7]

Great shirt!!

[@marisolcastro6891]

No music please, your voice is enough pleasant

[@101-SS]

Who is this video aimed at? A five year old, or perhaps someone with learning difficulties. This is the best example of mansplaining I've ever seen!!!

[@lindaharoldclark5550]

For me personally, this was all second nature and common sense, so I think I might understand part of where you are coming from. BUT, I have been in far too many homes that were organizing disasters, including those old some relatives and good friends, that committed many of these mistakes, and I had to restrain myself from tidying up the counter or sorting items in drawers and cabinets by “like goes with like”. I think the video is very well intentioned, not mansplaining. Have seen some of those organizing disasters and if this will help people plan better when they redesign/renovate, or better yet avoid cost and hassle of renovating because the kitchen is not the problem but the person(s) poor organization is the root of the problem, so much the better.

[@geminil2415]

I can hardly hear this video for the music. Why is it here?

[@NinaKeilin]

These are not really helpful ideas. You can’t manufacture extra space out of thin air. Sometimes you just have to have more things within reach to cook efficiently. So you have to sacrifice looks

[@so.many.obstacles]

So everything was unhelpful? 😂😂😂

[@NinaKeilin]

@ yes.

[@NinaKeilin]

@@so.many.obstacles it’s just clickbait.

[@PreferredMethods]

It’s advice for people who are remodeling, I think…

[@NinaKeilin]

@ that may be so but even then you can’t make space where it doesn’t exist. I don’t think he is a serious cook. People who are not serious cooks should not be designing kitchens for serious cooks.

[@debrapahl7573]

Vertical space unusable for most women under 5 foot 6 inches

[@Secret_85_0]

Turn down your volume then people zeez!!

[@creditczar6979]

Music still overpowers the monolog, no matter the volume. Duh.

[@ExoplasmicDischarge]

A plate holder seems like the most useless invention possible. Do your plates just not stack? Why buy plates that don't stack.

[@NaturesInfiniteWELLth-fo6rs]

Mistake…adding unnecessary background music. I couldn’t watch. :( It’s kind of like the kitchen organization. Cluttered. Recommend keeping it simple and just sharing what you have to share. :)

[@philrose7716]

I wish you could come to my home. HELP

[@70krystal]

Pls turn the music down.😢

[@dh6871]

I really wanted to finish watching this video, just can't. The other viewers are correct. Your background music overrides while you are talking. Too annoying. I hope you read comments so you might correct this.

[@SobiaMM]

Background music too loud! stopped watching because of it.

[@suzanpokluda6861]

Used to listen to your videos. Can’t take the background music. Please stop it.