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Simple pantry storage ideas

How best to store and keep track of all those food items that don’t go in the fridge or freezer? Perhaps you have a separate pantry – or simply need to make the most of your kitchen shelf, drawer and cabinet space. Either way, here are a few ideas for better pantry storage.

Transparent containers with grains and beans on the lower shelf of a KUNGSFORS suspension rail with shelf/wall grid.

See-through food containers hold no surprises

If you transfer your pantry items from their packaging into transparent food containers, you can more easily keep track of what you have. You can always label them if you need to. Instead of a mishmash of packets, boxes and bags, you’ll have your food staples stored neatly and efficiently.

IKEA 365+ food containers in an open drawer, the contents include red lentils and dried mushrooms.
In a white-tiled kitchen, glass jars with dried pasta and other foods are on the shelves of a black RÅSKOG cart.

Pantry storage essentials

Jars and stackable food containers are the must-have items for a good-looking, well-organized pantry.

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Pantry regulars that are always in reach

When the most-used items are always within easy reach, you can remove some of the strain from your kitchen routines. For example, a breakfast cart that you can simply wheel into position or a wall grid with herbs, spices and preserves. The key is to think about creating an effortless flow around mealtimes.

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On a white RÅSKOG cart are clear-glass VARDAGEN jars with cereal, grey GLADELIG bowls and other breakfast items.
Containers, hooks, net bags and a tablet stand, with fresh and preserved food, hang on a stainless steel KUNGSFORS wall grid.
In a high cabinet with pull-out larder, KORKEN jars with lids and other food storage containers hold a variety of food stuffs.
Pine KNAGGLIG boxes and KORKEN jars with lids on wall shelves and on a black/oak VADHOLMA kitchen island, in a pantry recess.
Fruits and vegetables in bowls on a grey worktop and hanging in net bags and from hooks on a stainless steel KUNGSFORS rail.
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Clever products to maximize pantry storage

Shelf inserts and clip-on baskets can come in very handy whenever the full height of a pantry shelf is going unused. They’re inexpensive and easy to add or remove as your needs change. So that you can quickly add extra storage capacity, with no need for drilling or major renovation.

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Two VARIERA shelf inserts and four PÅLYCKE clip-on baskets in a white kitchen wall cabinet with storage boxes and serveware.
Two packets of coffee in a PÅLYCKE clip-on basket that hangs from a shelf on which stand glass storage jars of dried pasta.
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For a grab-and-go pantry

There are many simple products in the IKEA range to help you make more of your pantry space and to keep your essentials close at hand.

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A white RISATORP basket with a wooden handle. Its made of steel and aluminium, designed for storage with a clear mesh pattern.RISATORP Wire basket, white, 9 ¾x10 ¼x7 "

RISATORP Wire basket, white, 25x26x18 cm (9 ¾x10 ¼x7 ")

Price $ 9.99
A rectangular bamboo storage box with two handles, suitable for organising kitchen utensils or small items, in a natural wood colour.UPPDATERA Storage box, light bamboo, 9 ½x12 ½x6 "

UPPDATERA Storage box, light bamboo, 24x32x15 cm (9 ½x12 ½x6 ")

Price $ 19.99
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Price valid from Apr 09, 2026 until May 06, 2026
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A white PÅLYCKE hook rack with three hooks, designed for hanging utensils or towels on shelves.Kitchen hooks holding utensils; part of PÅLYCKE series.

PÅLYCKE Clip-on hook rack

Price $ 2.49

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White PÅLYCKE steel basket for kitchen storage, clips onto shelves with grid pattern.Wooden shelves with PÅLYCKE clip-on baskets storing kitchen items like jars, boxes, and containers.

PÅLYCKE Clip-on basket, 36x26x14 cm (14 1/8x10 1/4x5 1/2 ")

Price $ 7.99

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A white VARIERA shelf insert with a diamond pattern surface, made of steel with epoxy coating.White shelf with stacked plates, glasses, and mugs for extra storage.

VARIERA Shelf insert, white, 32x13x16 cm (12 5/8x5 1/8x6 1/4 ")

Price $ 8.99
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Price valid from Apr 09, 2026 until May 06, 2026
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Light wood square wine rack: HUTTEN, 4 tiers, natural finish, sturdy design, holds 9 bottles.Wooden wine rack holding six bottles, part of expandable HUTTEN series.

HUTTEN 9-bottle wine rack, solid wood

Price $ 19.99
A pantry wall has a black BROR work bench and a black BROR shelving unit that are holding pine KNAGGLIG boxes and produce.

A pantry, just not in the kitchen

With little more than a simple yet sturdy shelving unit, you can turn an unused spot in the hallway, garage or even the living room into a practical pantry. Worth remembering if your kitchen is on the small side.

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