Kitchens collect clutter like few other rooms in your house, and if you're not careful, they can quickly become overwhelmed by objects and mess. This is, unfortunately, the opposite of what you need.

I asked an appliance expert about the top decluttering mistakes — and I’ve been guilty of doing them all.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Someone cleaning his kitchen counters next to a sink - Drazen Zigic/Shutterstock No one likes a cluttered kitchen. Counters full ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Cluttered kitchen island with piles of pans, dishes, and untensils - MadisonRae/Shutterstock The kitchen always seems to be a ...

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Before the chaos of the day begins, I find solace in the sanctuary of my kitchen as I tackle my 8 things to do before 8 am. However, the serenity is often disrupted by a cluttered countertop that ...