Is your kitchen so small that you use your oven to store your pots and pans, only to stack them on your tiny counter every time you want to bake? If you suffer from having a tiny kitchen, Huber Lumber Co in Cincinnati can help you make the most of your space. As a provider of high-quality lumber and building supplies to their residential and commercial clients, they have a few tips that will make your little kitchen a happy place to be.

Whether you need extra storage space for your cookware or just want an area that feels bigger, here are some kitchen design ideas that will make your small space more efficient.

• Make extra space. If you have room, consider putting in an island. The counter space can do double duty for food preparation and serve as an eating area. Utilizing the space underneath can create extra storage room, so you’ll have a place for any bulky kitchen utensils or you can use it as a pantry.
• Create the illusion of space. Light can make an area look bigger. Install lighting under your cabinets or counters to give the impression of more space. Reflective surfaces also make a room feel larger, so consider using bright or shiny materials for your backsplash and getting reflective appliances. If you have the option of installing a new floor, tiles placed diagonally will give the illusion of a longer kitchen.
• Add shelves or hooks. If your kitchen cabinets don’t have enough room for your dishware, add shelves to open walls above your counters. You can arrange your dishes and glasses to be decorative while giving them a home. Adding hooks will allow you to hang smaller items such as ladles, serving spoons, or dish towels.
• Store up. Suspend a rack from your ceiling where you can hang your pots and pans. You can experiment with different ways to arrange your cookware to make it visually appealing.

When you’ve decided the best way to add extra space to your kitchen, contact Huber Lumber Co for your cabinetry and shelving needs. Call them at (513) 731-4035 to speak to their professional sales staff or visit their website for more information on their products and additional services.