How do you organize pot lids in a drawer?

Create a sliver of space in your pan drawer for your lids with this easy hack. ‘Take a small spring-loaded tension rod, available at Amazon , and place it a few inches from the front of the drawer, anchored in by the sides of the drawer. Your pot lids can then simply slide into the space between the rod and the drawer front,’ explains Jenn Jordan.

How do you store pot lids in a cabinet?

One of the easiest and cheapest ideas is to find a box or basket just the right size to keep all your lids together in your kitchen cupboards. Anything from a shoebox to a plastic trug will do. ‘I like to stack all my pans, then put the lids in a separate box and keep it beside them within your cabinet,’ explains Nicola Lewis. ‘Once your lids have a home, everyone in the house will know where they live, and it will simplify things no end, eliminating stress in the kitchen.’

How do you store lids with Command Strip Hooks?

Create your own pan lid holders with Command Hooks, at Target . These clever self-adhesive hooks will stick to walls or cupboard doors and can be removed without leaving a mark. ‘Measure the circumference of your pot lid, then take two hooks and stick them at an angle that distance apart, so that the lid slots down between the two, and they’re held in place,’ says Nicola Lewis. ‘It’s much cheaper than buying a custom-made holder.’ You can also place hooks the regular way and hook your pan lid handles over them.

Are pot lids recyclable?

Whether your pan lid is recyclable depends what it’s made from, and what recycling facilities are in your area. Lids made from stainless steel, copper or cast iron should be accepted by your local recycling depot; whereas Pyrex glass may be less likely.

What can I do with old pot lids?

Don’t throw your old pan lids away! If you’re sure you can’t recycle them, you could take them to a thrift store or charity shop, or check out Pinterest for a whole host of ideas for upcycling and repurposing pan lids, from using them to make bird feeders, wind chimes, lighting, wall hooks, children’s musical instruments, and even clocks.

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By Jenny Wood

published 24 February 2023

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