Transform Your Pantry with Roll-Out Drawers: A Step-by-Step Guide

A cluttered pantry is a staple in many households. After a huge grocery haul, we tend to put items where they fit, and we might even have some balancing acts in certain sections. Add kids, family, and roommates to the mix, and your dreams of having a pristine pantry can be kissed goodbye unless you look into storage options like roll-out drawers and shelves.

Roll-out drawers can take your pantry from the space you don’t allow anyone to see to a place you want to show off to every visitor that comes to your home. Along with great organization, roll-out shelves can make hard-to-reach places more accessible.

In this guide, we’ll explore how to transform your pantry with roll-out shelves and provide tips for getting the most out of each shelf.

Benefits of Roll-Out Drawers for Your Pantry

Roll-out drawers offer an efficient solution to pantry storage problems. Here’s how they can help:

• Enhanced Accessibility: Say goodbye to reaching or bending for items at the back of the shelf. Roll-out drawers bring everything to you, making every item easy to reach.
• Improved Organization: You can keep your pantry neat and well-organized with dedicated space for different items, from spices to large containers.
• Space Maximization: Make the most of your pantry’s vertical and horizontal space, creating storage solutions tailored to your needs.

Types of Roll-Out Drawers for Pantry Storage

Different types of roll-out drawers can address various pantry storage needs:

• Shallow drawers are great for items like spices, canned goods, and Pots and Pans. They provide easy access and visibility without wasting vertical space.
• Deep drawers are perfect for items such as tall bottles like oils and vinegars, flour & sugar containers, cookie, cracker and rice bags. These drawers work like a moving bin and can maximize your vertical storage.
• Custom dividers can be added to keep items like oils, sauces, or bottles secure and organized with specialized dividers that prevent spills and rolling.

Step-by-Step Guide to Transforming Your Pantry with Roll-Out Drawers

Step 1: Assess Your Pantry Needs

Take a good look at what you store in your pantry. Are there items you use daily that need to be front and centre? Do you have bulk items that could benefit from deeper storage? Making an inventory can help you decide the types of drawers that would work best for your space.

Step 2: Choose the Right Roll-Out Drawers

Measure your pantry’s dimensions to find roll-out drawers that fit snugly and make the best use of available space. Shallow drawers are great for smaller items, while deeper drawers handle bulkier goods. Choosing the right size ensures that your new shelves will improve functionality and ease of access.

We offer DIY Installation, where you can purchase fully assembled roll-out drawers with mounting units and prealigned rails from our Calgary showroom. Check out our DIY Measuring Guide here.

Step 3: Install the Roll-Out Drawers

Roll-out drawers can often be installed in a few steps if you’re handy, but professional installation may be the best option to ensure a seamless, sturdy fit, especially for custom pantry solutions. Our team can help with an efficient and professional installation if you’re in Calgary or surrounding areas.

Organization Ideas for Your Pantry

• Canned Goods Storage: Use shallow drawers for canned goods, labelling sections by type, such as soups, fruits, and vegetables. This way, everything is easy to find and categorize.
• Spice and Condiment Drawers: Consider a shallow roll-out drawer with dividers for spices and condiments. By arranging them in alphabetical order or by frequency of use, you’ll never lose track of your ingredients again.
• Bulky Items and Containers: Deep roll-out drawers are ideal for large flour, sugar, or pasta containers. This section could also work for snack bins or beverage containers, keeping everything within reach yet organized.
• Small Baskets or Bins for Snacks: Within the roll-out drawers, small baskets can group items like snack packs, granola bars, or baking supplies. Keeping these in containers ensures they’re neatly stored and easily accessible.

Maintenance Tips for Roll-Out Pantry Drawers

Regular organization and cleaning are key to maintaining a functional pantry, and roll-out drawers simplify the process by making every corner easily accessible. Set aside time to periodically check your pantry, reorganize items, and clean the surfaces to keep everything fresh and orderly.

To reduce waste, adopt a “first in, first out” approach by placing older perishables at the front, ensuring they are used before newer items. Adding labels and dividers further enhances organization by clearly defining spaces and making maintaining a neat and efficient system easier.

Roll-out Drawers and Shelves from Custom Roll-out Drawers

Roll-out drawers provide the ultimate solution for accessible, organized, and space-efficient pantry storage. By following our step-by-step guide, you can transform your pantry into a functional space that meets your everyday needs.

If you’re ready to take the next step and want to book a FREE in-home consultation, reach out to us! Our team is here to install custom roll-out drawers tailored to your pantry’s exact dimensions. Let us help you create a pantry that’s as organized as it is accessible.