Spice Rack Ideas

Countertop spice racks keep frequently used spices at hand, so you can easily reach them while cooking. Some have multiple shelves, which is a space-saving feature.

For a countertop spice rack, look for a decorative rack made of an easy-to-clean material such as wood or metal. Racks for organizing spices are available in chrome, stainless steel, plastic and acrylic.

Freestanding spice racks can also be kept inside kitchen cabinets or behind pantry doors to save countertop space.

Tip: Store spices away from sources of heat and light to preserve freshness and flavor.

Storage options for spices also include shelves or racks that hang inside a cabinet or pantry door. These save counter space and help organize bulk spices that take up a lot of room.

Many of the wire spice racks are inexpensive and easy to install. If needed, you can also get customized spice racks to fit odd spaces. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for installation.

When looking for spice rack ideas, consider the kind of containers you want to use, where you’ll store the spices and how you want to present them. If you prefer not to stack containers, try
pull-out drawer organizers. Like in-cabinet storage options, they free up counter space,
give your kitchen a less cluttered appearance, let you quickly see what you have available and are great for organizing spices.

Depending on the size of your kitchen and how many different seasonings you have, you may choose a kitchen drawer organizer over a rack or shelf. A spice drawer offers horizontal storage space for spices rather than vertical storage. It's also a good choice if you have more drawers than cabinets or you’re shorter in stature.
Organizers are usually a feature offered when ordering new cabinets, but you can also add on the feature later. Just remember to keep the name of your cabinets so you order the right organizer.

The amount of spices you want to store also factors into which design is best. Typically, it's more difficult to store bulk spices in drawers, as the containers may be too wide or tall for the drawers.

If you need to customize kitchen drawers, use spice drawer inserts. Many of these can be cut or ordered to size to fit your drawer.

Some shelves designed for storing spices attach to a kitchen wall or backsplash with suction cups. Other spice racks can be mounted on a wall or inside a pantry door or cabinet with screws. These types of organizers can be purchased off the shelf or ordered in custom sizes to fit your walls and doors.

Revolving spice racks can be used on countertops or inside pantries. They're also great for use in cabinets. They let you spin the carousel or Lazy Susan around to reach a jar without having to remove other items to get to it. Countertop carousels and Lazy Susans can also be a decorative feature to add to your kitchen. Look for these spice racks in complementary colors or attractive wood.

Chefs and gourmet cooks often own many different kinds of seasonings. Serious cooks even mix their own spices. Spice organizers that hold multiple jars are ideal for storing lots of different kinds of spices. Some are designed to hold up to 60 jars. These can be good choices if you don't have a lot of spice jars now, but plan to add to your collection.

Tiered spice racks conserve countertop space by storing jars vertically or horizontally. Some tiered racks are expandable, so you can pull out an extra tier if needed. Others are designed with a space-saving, slim profile.
Tiered racks fit well onto a pantry shelf or in your kitchen cabinets.

Small kitchens need small storage options. Consider a stackable bamboo spice organizer that features individual containers. These hold frequently-used spices and are attractive enough to display on a counter. They can also be tucked into a cabinet or pantry.

Get creative with spice organization ideas and storage options. Test tubes, tea boxes, wire baskets, baby food jars and narrow shelves mounted on a wall are interesting ways to store seasonings. Magnetic tins that stick to a refrigerator door or other magnetic surface are two other creative ideas for storing spices.

Why not build your own spice rack when you’re looking for spice organizer ideas? It’s easier than you think. Choose whether you prefer a drawer or shelf, as well as where you want to place your
DIY spice rack. Next, gather all the necessary materials such as wooden dowels or metal frames.

If you want to make a magnetic spice rack, make sure all magnets fit on the back of the seasoning containers without falling off. Once you assemble your rack, organize your spices in plastic containers, glass jars or other storage units with similar styles for a uniform appearance.