Maximize Space: 27 Genius Fridge Organization Ideas

Sep 27, 2023

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Time to get to that yogurt before it expires.

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You shouldn't throw everything in your fridge in bins, but this starter set will give you a leg up in the orderly direction. With these bins, you can pair like with like and prevent spills from rifling through your fridge shelves. (Definitely not talking from messy experience or anything.) Includes two bins, a condiment caddy, and an egg holder.

Promising review: "Once in a while you are lucky and find exactly what you need and, for me, these little bins have hit the nail on the head! I originally ordered a set to organize my fridge. Apartment refrigerators just don't have the nooks and crannies of the really good ones, so organizing is a challenge. I am so happy to at least replicate the storage units of larger refrigerators and my food isn't flying all over the fridge. It is also easy to pull out what I need without things jumping out at me. Next I went to the spice shelf — perfect again. I am so pleased with them that I have ordered another set for my craft and sewing room. I can think of a hundred (well a lot) of ways to use these little guys and will probably wind up ordering more as I go." —Mountain Momma

Get them from Amazon for $24.99.

Promising review: "This is a perfect space saver, and so much better than reusing the disposable cartons! I love that it is longer than a standard carton, utilizing more depth of the fridge shelf. I stack two on a low-clearance shelf and can put 42 eggs in just a little more width than 24 eggs in regular cartons." —Kristen J

Get it from Amazon for $13.74 (21 eggs).

Check out a TikTok of the egg storage roller in action.

YouCopia is a woman-owned small business that specializes in home storage solutions.

Promising review: "Here it is! The best egg container on Amazon! How can I say that? Easy! Engineering! The slight tilt angle on the bottom of the container that the egg drawer sits on forces eggs to lightly roll forward, keeping all your eggs in the front, and never in the back, where you don't need them. It's super easy to use, so easy to clean, comes apart and can hold a full can organizer on top without issue, so no issues with sturdiness. It can easily hold 14 large size eggs. Easily one of my favorite purchases." —Karingen

Get it from Amazon for $19.99.

Promising review: "One of my best investments... love the organization... and it's a great quality! bought one for each soda (ginger ale and Pepsi) and then one for Perrier and another for V-8/pineapple small cans. What a great way to organize the pantry." —JOPDR

Get it from Amazon for $12.69.

Promising review: "I like drinking sparkling water very much. I have wanted to buy a sparkling water machine for a long time. This value pack is just right for me. It's perfect. This time I don't need to go to the supermarket to buy bottled sparkling water!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $89.99+ (also available in a larger bundle).

No more "ignoring" those spill drips because you don't want to be the one to clean them up. We're ALL done it. (I think. Plz don't let me be the only one.)

Promising review: "Works very well at keeping your glass shelves and drawers protected and clean. Easily wipes clean. Looks good too! These mats can also be used as a prepping area on your countertops too." —Amazon Customer

Get a pack of four from Amazon for $9.69+ (available in several sizes).

If you prefer to DIY, check out a tutorial with dollar store placemats on One Thing By Jillee. Or, use press-and-seal plastic wrap to create a temporary barrier on fridge surfaces. Learn more about that on The Virtuous Wife.

The longer those fruits and veggies stay alive, the less likely you'll have to clean up rotting produce! These liners are made of anti-mold, moisture-absorbing material and can be trimmed to size.

Promising review: "I have had them in my vegetable drawer for just about 10 days. The most notable result was that strawberries that I purchased were still fresh after more than a week. Excellent product." —Katrina

Get a set of four from Amazon for $9.95.

Find even more help with our tricks to make your groceries last longer.

Promising review: "You need to make sure that your fridge has a space tall enough for this item, but I honestly love it! It really does help keep cilantro fresh for an extended period of time. I would recommend this for a single- or two-person household, as it really is designed to hold a small bundle of cilantro. Very easy to clean and definitely as advertised!" —Mariel

Get it from Amazon for $24.

Promising review: "This product is SO easy to use and seriously helps us squeeze out every last drop of product. There were several bottles in our fridge I had declared 'dead' and I was shocked at how much was actually left once I used on of the caps. My only complaint is that there isn't a cap for the tip as some of the product can leak out of it when you close it." —Kim

Get a six-pack from Amazon for $25.

Promising review: "I love how long this works. I was forever trying to replace or remember to replace the baking soda in my fridge. Since I have hung this in my fridge it has reduced the smell of the onions that my husband is endlessly refrigerating. I hung it in the back of the fridge and just wrote in sharpie marker two years from the date I opened it. I'm thinking of getting more of the ones that are for clothes." —rlp219

Get it from Amazon for $8.95.

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Promising review: "Easy to install and it cleared up a ton of space in my fridge." —Tara Ann

Get it from Storage Theory on Etsy for $12.87.

Promising review: "Love my hanger. It works perfectky for food pouches I make my girls." —Whitney Gauthier

Get it from Storage Theory on Etsy for $15.99.

It's also BPA-free and dishwasher-safe!

Promising review: "I bought this just for bacon and it's awesome. Don't have to open the greasy package all the time. Just open and peal off what I want. Holds at least 3 lbs. Sturdy too." —Steve

Get it from Amazon for $14.99.

While you're here, read up on how to store all your groceries.

Promising review: "I enjoy an organized freezer. I also found that I can save food longer. I cook for one and I shop for fresh greens, fruits, and veggies only to through them away because I don't eat them fast enough. I'm really happy a purchased this item. I bought the same one from Target for a lot more. I took it back and bought this one." —Libby H.

Get it from Amazon for $115.49.

Reaching for a bottle of ketchup to only topple over your hot sauce collection is never not devastating.

Promising review: "Bought this to organize and easily access condiments in my fridge. It's a good size, nonslip, and really affordable. It's not the prettiest but it's in my fridge and matches the white. Meets my needs, so I am happy." —msu4neeti

Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in 18 colors).

Promising review: "This is actually really helpful and looks like it came with my frig. Like other reviewers, I wish this was a little bigger (maybe just more wider), but honestly it's still a good value as I need more storage space for little things that would normally get lost in my fridge." —BK from BK

Get it from Amazon for $20.98.

This basket will, as you can see, slip onto other shelves like in your pantry or laundry room to help satisfy your growing storage needs.

Promising review: "Very versatile. A few shelves in my fridge broke and needed a quick fix for a large weekend and a packed fridge. The shelf was a great size and great price." —M.R.

Get it from Amazon for $14.99.

FYI, this bb holds up to 20 lbs.

Promising review: "This is exactly as described. I bought the door unit and couldn't be happier. The shredded cheese bags fit perfectly and free up room in the deli tray. So glad I found this." —Dyan Boucher

Get it from Amazon for $21.95+ (available in three sizes, including one that's made for a fridge door!).

Place onions, garlic, and shallots in a hole-y paper bag instead. Get the deets on The Yummy Life.

P.S. You can also store (whole, unwashed) mushrooms in a paper bag, stick the bag in the fridge, and they'll last for a week.

Promising review: "Great addition to my galley kitchen! I placed by my fridge for easy access while cooking and it has worked seamlessly for my needs! Easily stores spices, plastic bags, and aluminum foil." —Elizabeth B.

Get it from Amazon for $37.99+ (available in three sizes).

Promising review: "This gizmo is truly a favorite of mine. BottleLoft's strong magnets hold soda or beer (by the caps) from the 'ceiling' of the fridge, making more room on the shelf, and it looks modern, organized, and great! I had to buy a new fridge and couldn't pry the strips off the old one. That's how strong they are. So I just bought more new ones!" —Bev

Get two strips (enough to hold six bottles) from Amazon or Uncommon Goods for $30.

Promising review: "Nice way to 'stack' wine bottles in the fridge. In this case... the fridge in the garage. Might need to get a second one! 🍷" —Dave G.

Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (also available in black or white and as a two-pack).

Note that this is universally compatible and is made to help wine last for a week.

Promising review: "I found something that allows me to return a previously open bottle of wine back to my wine cooler in a horizontal position without worrying about it leaking. I’ve used this several times without a problem." —Garden Guy

Get it from Amazon for $13.59+ (available in two sizes).

Get it from Amazon for $36.99 (available in five styles).

Or, opt for a roll of 500 of these pre-typed labels that just need filling out under "Date" and Contents" from Amazon for $9.99.

Set includes seven plastic food storage containers and seven lids with a 100% leak-proof guarantee. But don't listen to me about them! Check out our full review of these Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers.

Get the 14-piece set from Amazon for $26.46+ (available in several quantities and combos).

Promising review: "I've used them for red onions, cucumber, bell peppers, tomatoes large and small, and the occasional banana. I LOVE them. I feel like the produce lasts longer than if stored in a plastic bag. I do occasionally have to trim a small slice off of the veggie before using the remaining portion. I have not had any issue with them retaining onion smell. I wash on the top rack in the dishwasher and when its finished just rinse the remaining dishwasher water out and dry with a towel before storing. I would definitely recommend buying these!" —A&D W

Get a set of five from Amazon for $16.99 (available in five colors).

Promising review: "It fits easily and neatly on the refrigerator so the family can see dinner plans for the week. Plus, it has an extra section where you can start writing down the next week's menu ideas! As a busy mom, wife, and teacher I find this comes in handy for meal prepping." —Jennifer Kaczor

Get it from Amazon for $9.99.

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