The pantry is arguably one of the most visited rooms in a home, especially during these summer months when the kids are home more. And with school starting soon, now is a great time to organize and create a space that will best serve your family and help with those back-to-school routines. To help guide you, we’re breaking down the pantry into an easy-to-follow formula and sharing our favorite products to use.

We’re giving you the full-disclosure on the organizational product we love—and what to avoid altogether. Turntable (sometimes called Lazy Susans) are possibly one of the most commonly used organizational products. But often they are misused. Read on to see just how we used turntables, which versions are best for various categories, and also when to opt for a different product altogether.