Free Printable Kitchen Decluttering Guide

As much as I enjoy cooking, it’s a lot less enjoyable when my counters are stacked. Overflowing cupboards and feeling like you won the lottery when you find a matching lid are clear signs that your kitchen needs a good purge. This free printable kitchen decluttering guide helped me refresh my kitchen and turn it into the functional cooking space it’s supposed to be – and it can help you too!

Okay, so my countertop problem was real. I managed to cram up too many small appliances, including three different coffee makers. Of course, this wasn’t the only problem.

Every nook and cranny was full of…stuff. Cleaning the kitchen also took longer, and I couldn’t even do it properly because of all the…..stuff!

Next time you’re cleaning the kitchen, use this free printable kitchen decluttering guide. It’ll be a 2-in-1 offer: purge + cleaning. It’ll help you quickly decide what to keep, sell, donate, or get rid of and how to properly sort the keep pile for easy kitchen organization.

It’s a one-page printable, designed to print on regular U.S. Letter paper so you can print it at home with perfect results!

👩🏻‍🍳 Printable Kitchen Decluttering Guide

I totally get how the thought of opening a cabinet full of mismatched Tupperware can be an intimidating thought. This kitchen decluttering guide was my way of making it more doable.

It breaks down the overwhelming task of decluttering into manageable steps, making the whole process simple and stress-free.

🤔 Decision-Making Questions

Facing a mountain of kitchen gadgets, pots, and pans, and wondering what to do with them? This guide takes you through a few key questions that will help you sort through everything with ease.

👉Do I use this item regularly (at least once a week or month)? If not, it might be time to let it go! We often hold onto things we think we’ll use, but if it’s gathering dust, it’s taking up valuable space.

👉Do I have more than one of this item, and do I need them all? Seriously, do you need those twelve mismatched plastic lids? Keep only what you genuinely use and love.

👉Is this item broken or damaged beyond repair? No more “I’ll fix it someday” promises. If it’s broken, it’s trash. Simple as that!

👉Does this item bring me joy or serve a purpose? This is the Marie Kondo question, and it’s surprisingly effective. If you’re still unsure about an item after all the previous questions, this one will help you figure it out.

💸 The Sell Pile

Got items in good condition that you no longer need but could still fetch a few (or more) bucks? This is your sell pile.

Think small appliances you rarely use, specialty bakeware, or duplicate items that are still perfectly functional. Online marketplaces or local consignment shops are great places to turn your clutter into cash.

• High value appliances & gadgets
• High value, barely used cookware & bakeware
• Collectible & vintage kitchen items
• Complete cutlery sets
• Barely used serving platters
• High-end knives
• Barely used stand mixers
• Unused coffee makers

🎁 The Donate Pile

For items that are in good shape but might not sell (or you just want to give them a new home), the donate pile is your friend.

This includes gently used dishes, serving platters, extra silverware, or small kitchen tools that someone else could truly benefit from. Giving back feels good, and it frees up your space!

• Gently used pots and pans
• Extra sets of dishes or glassware
• Functional small appliances
• Utensils
• Mugs and drinking glasses
• Plates, bowls and trays
• Plastic food storage containers
• Gently used cookbooks
• Gently used bakeware

🗑️ The Trash Pile

Let’s be honest, some things are just plain trash. Broken items, old expired food (yes, check those forgotten corners!), rusty tools, or anything that’s beyond repair or donation goes straight into this pile.

Don’t feel guilty – you’re making room for a cleaner, more efficient kitchen!

• Chipped or cracked dishes/glassware
• Broken appliances & gadgets
• Rusty or warped bakeware
• Mismatched plastic food storage lids/containers
• Dull or broken knives
• Heavily scratched non-stick pans
• Expired food items
• Ripped dish towels and oven mitts
• Anything moldy or infested
• Disposable plates and cutlery

✨ The Keep Pile

This is where you put all the essentials, the beloved items, and the things that genuinely make your kitchen a joy to cook in.

Once you’ve identified your keepers, the guide helps you sort them into categories for ultimate organization:

• Pots & pans
• Baking dishes & sheets
• Small appliances
• Kitchen gadgets & tools
• Dishes, glasses & mugs
• Cutlery & utensils
• Food containers
• Cookbooks
• Servingware
• Specialty items
• Cleaning supplies

⬇️ Grab It Now

✅Fill in your details in the box below, then hit the “Grab It Now” button (make sure to use a valid email address).

✅You’ll get an email from us with the download link to the free printable kitchen decluttering guide. It should show up in a few minutes, if not faster but if you can’t see it, check the spam folder. Sometimes even “good” emails end up there.

✅Save the file to your device and open it with a PDF reader app (I like to use the free Adobe Reader but any similar app will do).

✅This printable guide was designed to print on regular U.S. Letter paper. If you’re using this type of paper, there is no need to change any settings. Just navigate to File->Print and hit the “Print” button.

✅For other paper sizes like A4 or A5 you can change the type of paper used from the File->Print menu, or adjust the “Scale” setting before printing.

💡 Kitchen Decluttering Tips

From my own experience, decluttering isn’t just about getting rid of stuff; it’s about creating a system that works for you. When I finally tackled my overflowing counters, it was such a relief! I learned to be honest with myself about what I truly used.

And yes, no one needs three coffee makers! ☺️

📌Declutter, then clean – Before putting everything back in place, it’s a good idea to give your kitchen a thorough clean. This free printable room by room cleaning checklist is my go-to sheet for this.

There’s a pre-filled version, but also a blank version for customizing so you can create your own routine.

📌Food organization – Another common pain point of kitchen organization is the food. That also needs the occasional decluttering and sorting. So here’s a tip: I use the fridge, freezer, and pantry inventories from this free printable kitchen organization binder to make sure I keep tabs on all the food we have and avoid waste as much as possible.

📌Label everything – I also like to label all the containers in their new spots, and for that I use these free printable storage bin labels. They come in various sizes with one and two-line options and are editable, making them perfect for the entire house, including your newly organized kitchen!

What’s something you rediscovered in your kitchen that you’re genuinely excited to use again, now that it’s no longer buried under clutter? Share your newfound joy in the comments!