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Anyone with a galley kitchen knows that small kitchens don't allow for storing a lot of gear. The same goes for an RV, where kitchens are tiny and space is at a premium. This is when specially selected kitchenware comes in handy so you can cook and eat as if you were at home.
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Space-saving devices clear the way for you to prep, cook and wash up with ease. You also can pack more into your RV so you have everything you need to enjoy an indoor meal in case you get sick of freeze-dried ice cream and MREs. Check out the products below that create space and help you organize an RV kitchen.
1. Stove burner cover
This 20-gauge steel cover from Camco creates additional counter space when the stove is not in use. Lift up the hinged cover to make a splash guard or to use just two burners on a four-burner stove. To avoid a fire hazard, wait until the stove is cool before placing items on the cover. It also has a rattle-free design so it won't drive you batty when you travel over bumpy roads. Purchase this cover here.
This 20-gauge steel cover from Camco creates additional counter space when the stove is not in use. Lift up the hinged cover to make a splash guard or to use just two burners on a four-burner stove. To avoid a fire hazard, wait until the stove is cool before placing items on the cover. It also has a rattle-free design so it won't drive you batty when you travel over bumpy roads. Purchase this cover here.
2. Nesting bowls
This bright set of mixing bowls and measuring cups adds a rainbow of colors to any kitchen. They nest together, taking up minimal space, and you can order them as a set of seven, eight or nine. The eight-piece set includes a colander. Purchase Joseph Joseph's nesting bowl set at this link.
This bright set of mixing bowls and measuring cups adds a rainbow of colors to any kitchen. They nest together, taking up minimal space, and you can order them as a set of seven, eight or nine. The eight-piece set includes a colander. Purchase Joseph Joseph's nesting bowl set at this link.
3. Kitchen caddy
This bamboo caddy by PandPal holds just about everything you usually would put in a utensil drawer. With seven compartments and a weighted handle to facilitate balance while carrying it, this caddy comes with a 100-percent money-back guarantee. PandPal's bamboo caddy is available here.
This bamboo caddy by PandPal holds just about everything you usually would put in a utensil drawer. With seven compartments and a weighted handle to facilitate balance while carrying it, this caddy comes with a 100-percent money-back guarantee. PandPal's bamboo caddy is available here.
4. Paper towel holder
A paper towel holder may not seem like a big deal, but jumbo rolls can take up a lot of space. This stylish holder from ODesign mounts under a cabinet via adhesive. Note that if you choose to move the holder later, you will need to purchase new adhesive, as the adhesive is not reusable. Purchase this item here.
A paper towel holder may not seem like a big deal, but jumbo rolls can take up a lot of space. This stylish holder from ODesign mounts under a cabinet via adhesive. Note that if you choose to move the holder later, you will need to purchase new adhesive, as the adhesive is not reusable. Purchase this item here.
5. Plate holder
Organize cabinets and protect plates with this plate holder from Camco. This holder reduces the rattling of plates on the move and helps secure them so they don't break or chip. The set comes with a 7-1/4-inch and a 10-1/4-inch holder. Use this link to buy the holder.
Organize cabinets and protect plates with this plate holder from Camco. This holder reduces the rattling of plates on the move and helps secure them so they don't break or chip. The set comes with a 7-1/4-inch and a 10-1/4-inch holder. Use this link to buy the holder.
6. Drying rack
This industrial-looking drying rack manufactured by UpGood is made of stainless steel and can double as a trivet for hot plates and serving dishes. It easily rolls up for storage, and UpGood offers a lifetime satisfaction guarantee. Purchase UpGood's drying rack here.
This industrial-looking drying rack manufactured by UpGood is made of stainless steel and can double as a trivet for hot plates and serving dishes. It easily rolls up for storage, and UpGood offers a lifetime satisfaction guarantee. Purchase UpGood's drying rack here.
7. Hanging shelf
FociPow has designed this rack to hold just about everything you need when cooking. Spices, utensils and dishcloths are just a few things you can transfer from cabinets and drawers to this shelf. Drainage holes help reduce the accumulation of bacteria. Use this link to buy the hanging shelf.
FociPow has designed this rack to hold just about everything you need when cooking. Spices, utensils and dishcloths are just a few things you can transfer from cabinets and drawers to this shelf. Drainage holes help reduce the accumulation of bacteria. Use this link to buy the hanging shelf.
8. Plastic bag holder
Instead of buying trash bags, reuse grocery store bags as garbage or recyclables bags with the help of Camco's bag hanger. Mount the hanger inside a cabinet or on a wall with double-sided tape. The hanger holds up to 25 standard plastic grocery bags. Purchase this item here.
Instead of buying trash bags, reuse grocery store bags as garbage or recyclables bags with the help of Camco's bag hanger. Mount the hanger inside a cabinet or on a wall with double-sided tape. The hanger holds up to 25 standard plastic grocery bags. Purchase this item here.
9. Cutting mats
It's best to use separate cutting boards for things such as veggies and meat to avoid cross contamination, but RV kitchens usually don't have the space to house three or four thick cutting boards. Zulay Kitchen has designed a set of flexible, extra-large cutting mats you can roll up and stash in a cabinet. Icons on the corners indicate what each mat should be used for. Follow this link to buy the mats.
It's best to use separate cutting boards for things such as veggies and meat to avoid cross contamination, but RV kitchens usually don't have the space to house three or four thick cutting boards. Zulay Kitchen has designed a set of flexible, extra-large cutting mats you can roll up and stash in a cabinet. Icons on the corners indicate what each mat should be used for. Follow this link to buy the mats.
10. Colander
Drain pasta, canned beans and anything else with this collapsible colander from Comfify. It fits most sinks and flattens to less than 2 inches high for convenient storage. It is available in blue, green and red, and has a 6-quart capacity. Purchase the colander here.
Drain pasta, canned beans and anything else with this collapsible colander from Comfify. It fits most sinks and flattens to less than 2 inches high for convenient storage. It is available in blue, green and red, and has a 6-quart capacity. Purchase the colander here.
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