it was more than i could have expected. in addition, there is a compartment for storing the boxes with the spare knife blades, the saw blades and the drill bits. the available space is arranged over ground floor only. how often do you bend over to pick up something? it was my first time getting anything semi permanent on my body so i was nervous. (trying to get ahead on my christmas cooking) if they can be frozen, would you cook them first, freeze and take them out of the freezer a day ahead and warm in the oven or???? 