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Last updated on March 6th, 2024 at 07:13 pm
There are many tutorials on how to organize your Tupperware (also called food storage containers). There are now organizing products specifically for organizing Tupperware. But are they necessary to stop the avalanche of lids and containers from falling on your head?
Quite simply, no.
I implemented 5 simple (& inexpensive!) rules to organize my Tupperware, and it’s worked for years.
Let’s dig in:
01. Own fewer containers
Since foods typically go bad after 3 days, it’s unnecessary to have so many containers. By the time you need more food storage, the food should have been eaten or it should be tossed. With containers on rotation, there’s no need for a stack (or pile) of containers.
To own fewer containers, begin by decluttering.
Start by discarding containers without lids or lids without containers. Then purge the containers that you never use. Simply cutting down on the amount of containers frees up space in the designated cabinet or drawer.
02. Convert to glass food storage containers
Here are several reasons to use glass food storage containers
- Food stays fresh longer
- Leftovers look more appetizing, so they nearly always get eaten
- Less toxins
- Containers can go directly in the microwave, meaning fewer dishes to wash
- The cabinet or drawer looks sleek & sophisticated
I linked the glass food storage containers
03. Stack containers
Stacking containers, especially glass containers, as shown below saves vertical space. When we lived in our tiny apartments, I stacked the lids beneath my containers to save space and time searching for a lid.
To do this, stack containers so that the shallower containers are on the bottom. This prevents the stack from getting too vertical and fits in your cabinet or drawer.
04. Corral lids in a storage basket
Instead of purchasing a fancy lid organizer, use a basket that fits in your cabinet or drawer to corral the lids. I have two baskets dedicated to lid organization: one for glass food storage container lids and another for plastic food storage container lids. If I need a better look at what’s in the basket, I take it out of the cabinet.
The best part is the baskets I use are very inexpensive …less than $5. Most lid organizers average around $20.
05. Corral food storage containers in a storage basket
If you still want to use plastic storage, corral plastic containers in a large basket. It’s easy to stuff plastic containers in a cabinet haphazardly. Limit the amount of space for plastic containers with a confined basket so they don’t take over a drawer or cabinet.
Organize your Tupperware
It doesn’t have to cost a lot to keep food storage containers organized. Follow these 5 rules to keep your Tupperware cabinet or drawer simplified and organized.
Now that you’re motivated to organize your food storage containers, get moving on your pantry! Here are two posts to get you going:
How to Organize a Deep Pantry in 5 Easy Steps
The Best Way To Organize A Pantry With Categories
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