2. Small Kitchen Appliances
If you only use certain appliances occasionally, the cabinet above the fridge can be a great place for:
- Waffle makers
- Ice cream makers
- Fondue sets
- Popcorn machines
- Specialty baking tools
Just be sure they aren’t too heavy to lift safely.
3. Holiday Kitchen Items
Seasonal cookie cutters, festive table linens, Thanksgiving serving dishes, or Christmas mugs can all be stored neatly until they’re needed.
4. Extra Pantry Supplies
Unopened paper towels, napkins, disposable plates, or extra storage containers can fit well here if you have enough room.
What Shouldn’t Go There?
Because the area around the top of a refrigerator can become warmer than other parts of the kitchen, some items are better stored elsewhere.
Avoid storing perishable foods, chocolate, heat-sensitive ingredients, or anything that could be damaged by temperature changes. You should also avoid placing very heavy items in a high cabinet where they could be difficult or unsafe to remove.
The best use of the cabinet above your refrigerator is simple: store items you use occasionally but don’t want taking up valuable everyday storage space.
What’s in the cabinet above your refrigerator right now—holiday dishes, random clutter, or is it completely empty?
