When your kitchen remodeling project finally starts, you’ll be one step closer to a more efficient, attractive cooking space. However, in the meantime, how will you fix breakfast for the kids, or a make a quick midnight snack? To simplify your daily routine, use the following guide to set up a temporary kitchen.

3 Tips to Survive Kitchen Remodeling

1. Pack Up the Extras

Whether you have a guest room, garage, or storage unit, choose someplace to store the bulk of your kitchen equipment. Once you’ve scouted an area, start gathering all those items you don’t use every day—like the mixer, ice cream maker, pasta machine, and large serving platters. You won’t have room for these in your small, temporary kitchen, and the more clutter you eliminate, the more convenient the interim cooking space will be.

2. Identify the Essentials

Think through an average day in the kitchen—from when you wake up, to when you clean up dinner—and note the items you use most. This might include the coffee machine, the toaster, the cutting board, and a few utensils. When making meals, stick to the microwave or a griddle. While you don’t need all seven of them, choose one pot and one pan to complete your simplified menu while the renovation is underway.

3. Get Space-Saving Appliances

If your temporary kitchen is drastically smaller than the one you’re renovating, you’ll need adjustments. Buying a minifridge when you have a full-sized model might seem unnecessary, but it will save many headaches. If you don’t have a hot plate, this is an invaluable alternative to a stove. Other space-saving ideas include a blender, a pop-up toaster instead of a toaster oven, and hanging shelves instead of cluttered counters.

If you’re eager to start on your kitchen remodeling project, reach out to Lundy Construction & Remodeling of Minneapolis, MN. For over 10 years, they’ve been renovating homes throughout the Twin Cities Metro area. Whether you want to upgrade your kitchen, bathroom, deck, or garage, they’ll provide a detailed quote that outlines your vision. To learn more about their services, visit the website, or call (651) 210-6300 to schedule your free estimate.