Canned products and baking essentials
Most canned food and produce have extremely long life spans, meaning they can be placed up here and it’s okay if you forget about them for a while. Or how about baking essentials that you might only use on weekends?
Cookbooks
Got a few cookbooks you don’t want just lying around? I know I have, so I use the top compartment of my cupboard to keep my books.
Pantry items and spices
Similar to what we mentioned about canned foods, there are likely items you have in your pantry that can fit nicely in such a cupboard. Or you might consider getting a small spice rack to keep your cooking spices up there.
Kitchen towels
Household items like kitchen towels that you might buy in bulk (my wife always does) can be stored here.
Fine china
Are some plates or sets of cutlery that are only reserved for special occasions? It could make sense to keep them above the fridge, and there’s less chance of your children getting hold of them this way!
Be careful
It should go without saying, but we’re going to say it anyway: be careful when opening and closing said cupboards. If you’re lifting things there, make sure they’re not too heavy to safely get down again.
Always use a sturdy stool or step ladder to access whatever it is you’re storing there, and be mindful of the fact that heat emitted by the fridge beneath makes it less ideal for certain products.
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