When you have a small kitchen it can be very difficult to decorate it attractively. This is especially difficult today with all the deals on the biggest appliances. Here are just a couple of tips that work well when you have a small kitchen to work with.

The fridge

Avoid buying the biggest refrigerator for the kitchen. While this appliance is a necessity, it doesn’t have to take up the entire kitchen. Try to settle for a smaller model to free up space. If you already have a large fridge in the kitchen, consider putting it in the garage. This way you can store everything you need in the fridge, but the big and bulky one is not in the kitchen. Buy a smaller model to put it in your kitchen and have the things you need quickly accessible.

accessories

Another area that can really take up some space in a small kitchen is appliances like microwaves, toasters, coffee makers, etc. Consider buying a small microwave that meets your needs. Also, consider storing any appliances you have on the counter in the cabinets unless they are used daily.

trash can

If you don’t have the ability to store your trash can under cabinets, consider purchasing one of the stainless steel trash cans. The mirror effect of stainless steel will make the room look bigger, as long as you don’t have one that is too big for the kitchen. They are available in various shapes and sizes to ensure that you can find one that suits your kitchen. An alternative would be to store your trash can in the pantry if you have one in the kitchen.

carpets

Selecting the right kitchen rugs can really lighten up your kitchen and make it seem bigger than it is. I would recommend buying rugs that are machine washable. This is not just for the obvious reason of cleaning them, but they are also cheaper and tend to last longer due to their design.

I know that downsizing is not something you like very much, but you have to work with the area you have. Small kitchens can be very attractive and striking if they are decorated correctly. These are just some of the things you can do if you’re short on space in your kitchen.