You can even convert your broom closet to a pantry by installing pull-out shelves. Raise the bottom cabinets six inches from the floor to reduce stooping or bending. Be creative about where you store your food and utensils. Put utensils and appliances close to the appropriate work areas, even if that means duplicating some items. Reorganize lower cabinets to hold dishes and other items that you usually keep in upper cabinets.
Lower cabinets can also hold heavy pots, pans, mixing bowls, and canned foods.
Attach a pegboard to the wall and equip it with hooks to store pots, pans and utensils or anything else you use often. All rights reserved. AARP Privacy Policy .