5 items you should never put under your kitchen sink

The under-sink cabinet is a very easy place to store a multitude of items that you don’t know where to put.

However, there are certain categories of items (and food) that you should never store in this space because they would eventually spoil: here’s what they are and why you should never leave them under the sink.

Let’s discover it together.

1. Paper and cardboard

Even the best-maintained sink can have small leaks that make the area below very damp. Therefore, the first items you should never store in the cupboard below are paper and cardboard items: napkins, boxes, bags, and paper towels are all at risk, as the moisture not only softens the paper but can also damage anything inside.

2. Small household appliances.
For the same reason, it is not recommended to store small household appliances or any other electrical or rust-prone items under the sink: water and humidity are their worst enemies, potentially causing short circuits and malfunctions. The safest way to store immersion blenders, food processors, blenders, and other small appliances is to place them in a dry cupboard, preferably in their original packaging. Also, be careful with items that are prone to rust or items made of highly absorbent materials that will come into contact with food, as humidity could damage them and force you to discard them.