Chefs and professional organizers reveal 8 easy-access blender storage ideas to help conceal your appliance
Avoid countertop hogging with these storage ideas
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Appliance storage can be a challenge, especially in kitchens with limited space. If you're on the hunt for a way to conceal a blender that you use enough to keep, but not enough to give up counter space for, this is for you.
Whether you have a bulky pro model, or a sleek cup blender, finding a home for your blender is essential to keep your kitchen clutter-free and efficient.
Here, top home organizers and chefs share eight practical storage solutions to maximize your kitchen space, protect your blender from dirt and damage, and keep counters clear.
1. Install an appliance 'garage'
If you have the space, time, and budget, appliance garage ideas are a sound investment.
Dennis Littley, chef and recipe expert at Ask Chef Dennis says, ‘These are essentially small, roll-down cabinets designed for your countertop to conceal appliances like blenders, toasters, or coffee machines. They’re a stylish way to keep your blender accessible but out of sight, and since it stays plugged in, you’re more likely to use it.
‘I love these for kitchens where counter space is precious because the blender stays in one spot without feeling like clutter.’
The appliance garage trend is also a great way to conceal an air fryer in the kitchen, tackling a load of bulky, awkward appliances in one go.
These small caster wheels stick to the base of small appliances like air fryers, coffee machines, and blenders, to make them easier to pull in and out of appliance garages for easy use.
2. Deep pull-out drawers
If you struggle to organize kitchen cabinets efficiently, finding items falling over and having to dig thoroughly to the back to get out what you need, deep pull-out drawers could be the solution – especially for portable devices such as blenders.
Lisa Chun, home organization hacker and lifestyle blogger behind Our Home Becoming explains, ‘Pull-out drawers inside cabinets are a great storage solution for small appliances like blenders. There are many heavy-duty adhesive drawer options now [available at Amazon], which means they can be installed without drilling. If a blender has accessories, store all the parts together inside a small clear bin next to the base to keep them tidy and together.’
Clear plastic bins are perfect for kitchen storage as you can see what is inside them at a glance, and they are easy to clean out to keep hygienic.
3. Set aside workspace in a pantry
Whether you have huge walk-in pantry ideas or simpler pantry shelving, consider making your food storage a little more practical by setting up a blender station.
Dennis Littley shares, ‘One of my favorite solutions is setting up a dedicated workspace in the pantry. If you have a walk-in pantry or even just a good-sized shelf space, create a mini “appliance zone.” Place your blender on a sturdy shelf at counter height so it’s ready to use, but tuck it away behind closed doors when you’re done.
‘You can even run power strips [such as this waterproof powerstrip at Walmart] into the pantry for an extra layer of convenience, letting you use the blender without moving it around.’
This sliding tray sticks to your countertop so you can easily slide your blender to the front of your pantry shelf for easy use before pushing it back away from the edge, stopping it from falling and breaking.
4. Use a camouflaged cabinet
Kitchen cabinet ideas don’t need to follow conventional rules. When trying to hide a blender in a kitchen, consider turning smaller unused spaces into concealed cabinets.
Maria Anderson, cleaning and organizing expert at Henfield Storage explains, ‘This would be a cabinet that looks like a part of your kitchen style but has a hidden, retractable feature. It may look like a set of drawers or a decorative panel at first glance. When opened with a push or pull, it reveals a properly stored blender. This “disguised compartment" method hides the blender in sight while leaving it within arm's reach improving the aesthetic appearance of your kitchen.’
5. Tuck them in corner cabinets
Organizing corner cabinets is a strategic nightmare, but they offer a great hiding spot for small appliances like blenders as they usually have a lot of volume in terms of available space. To make them easier to access, consider investing in a pull-out corner unit where you can tuck your blender away when not in use, but pull it out quickly should the urge for a smoothie strike.
It’s a great way to mitigate the biggest cause of wasted space in your kitchen.
Didn't have a pull out installed when you got your kitchen? These self-install pull-outs quickly transform any corner cabinet and maximize space.
6. Create a breakfast spot
If you use your blender a lot, why not incorporate it into a feature breakfast bar idea?
Matthew O’Grady, director at Thomas Matthew Kitchens & Furniture says, ‘A centrally-located, multi-functional breakfast bar or nook is an essential key to slow-living mornings. This space not only serves as a place for meals but also a locale where preparations can be done. It provides a convenient area to place important items like keys, phones, or laptops so everything needed to start your day is in one organized place.’
This way, the blender is easy to access but will look more intentional, limiting that sensation of kitchen clutter. Extra points if you use a stylish tray like this over-sized wooden serving tray, from Amazon, to coral your morning appliances like your best coffee machine to make the space look a little neater.
7. Use a lazy Susan for smaller blenders
One thing people with organized kitchen pantries always do is make use of every little corner for storage. If you have a smaller, single-serve blender such as a Nutribullet, Ultra (which we reviewed and gave 4.5 stars here) consider stashing it on a lazy Susan from Walmart in the corner of a cabinet. This way, it is out of sight, but easy to grab for occasional use.
Meaghan Kessman, professional home organizer agrees, ‘Corners can be tricky, but lazy Susans are a lifesaver! They make those hard-to-reach areas more accessible and help you make the most of every inch of space.’
8. Keep it out on shelving
If you are a soup or smoothie fanatic and use your blender more than twice a week, it is okay to leave it out on display, putting it out on kitchen shelving ideas for easy access.
To avoid clutter, however, Diane N. Quintana, Certified Professional Organizer at Chronic Disorganization, DNQ Solutions warns, ‘Keep the counters as clear as possible. Have only things out that you use all the time – like a coffee maker, toaster oven, and a crockery full of cooking utensils.’
Chef Dennis Littley reminds us, ‘Don’t overlook the power of labeling and visibility when organizing a kitchen. No matter where you store your blender – whether it’s in a pantry, a cabinet, or a drawer – make sure it’s easy to spot and access. If it’s tucked too far out of sight, you’ll forget to use it, and a blender should be a go-to tool in any kitchen. Strategic placement and easy access mean it’ll stay a functional part of your cooking routine without being an eyesore.’
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Chiana has been at Homes & Gardens for two years and is our resident 'queen' of non-toxic living. She spends most of her time producing content for the Solved section of the website, helping readers get the most out of their homes through clever decluttering, cleaning, and tidying tips. She was named one of Fixr's top home improvement journalists in 2024.
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