The Best 17 Space-Saving Storage Solutions to Keep Your Room Organized
If you have a lot of things and not a lot of room to store them, you are not alone! Extra clutter around your home is not only an eye-sore, but it can also negatively impact your mood! Luckily, you are not alone with this all too common issue. We came up with a list of 17 of the best space-saving storage solutions so you can keep your room organized and stop worrying about all that extra clutter!
1. A Ladder Organizer
Ladder organizers, AKA ladder bookshelves, are a great way to create a space for small nicknacks, books, pictures, etc., that are cluttering up other spaces or you just don’t know what to do with! They take up minimum space, so they are suitable for small spaces. We think a ladder organizer like this one will be perfect for your space, and it’s super stylish!
2. Closet Shelves
If you don’t have shelves in your closet, you are missing out on some serious storage space! There are many different ways you can structure it so it suits your particular needs! You can even create little cubby spaces that will fit shoes, baskets, towels, or whatever else you need to put up! It also allows you to get things up off the floor, which creates more room to walk and makes the space look bigger. See how to make DIY closet shelving here!
3. Drawer Dividers
Drawer dividers are a great way to keep drawers organized and clutter-free! They are super inexpensive and versatile, making them great for practically any dresser! We like these drawer dividers because they are adjustable and fit to whatever size you need and one of the most useful storage solutions for your kitchen. They also make drawer dividers like these that are more suited for places like your kitchen or office, where you can store things like pens, thumbtacks, and other odds and ends that end up getting lost in the clutter.
4. Glass Jars For Your Pantry
We think using glass jars like these for pantry items is super modern and classy! You can use them for things like flour, sugar, pasta, rice, and even cereal! They also come in smaller sizes so that you can store things like cornstarch and baking powder! If you really want to get creative, you can make personalized labels for them with your Cricut or other vinyl cutter to give it a finished look.
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5. Use A Corner Desk to Save Space
If you need an office desk but are tight on space, try a corner desk like this one! Using a corner desk will give you all the perks of having an office desk, but it will give you more space in the area since desks usually take up quite a bit of room!
6. Acrylic Organizers
These acrylic bins are a great way to organize your stuff in practically any room! You can use them for your junk drawers, in your bathroom, your pantry in the kitchen, and even in your fridge to organize your condiments! You can even buy cute little name tags for the bins or make them yourself using a Cricut or other vinyl-cutting machine.
7. A Blanket Ladder
Not only are blanket ladders like this one a great solution for your extra blankets and quilts, but they are also super trendy right now! You can find them in different sizes, so you can make sure you have enough room for all your blankets.
8. Door Shoes Organizer
Door shoe organizers like this one are a classic storage solution! They take practically no time to set up because they just hang over your door, and they give you so much room for your shoes! This helps get them off of the floor, so your room looks way less cluttered. You can also use some of the pockets for other things like jewelry or hair clips. You can also hang them over a pantry door to store things like granola bars, single-serve packets, and other similar items!
9. Storage Ottoman
Storage ottomans are super practical and are great for many different things! You can use them to store blankets, magazines, kids toys.
10. Baskets
Baskets are a super chic way to organize your home! They are usually inexpensive, and you can use them for almost everything! A great way to utilize baskets for storage is to use them for kids’ toys. You can also use them for blankets or magazines in your living room. If you have shelving in your bathroom, they also make a great place to put towels and toilet paper!
11. Command Hooks
We think command hooks are a great storage solution! These hooks have a peel-and-stick side so that you can stick them anywhere on your walls without the need for screws and power tools! They also come in many different styles and strengths, depending on what you need to use them for! They are great for things like keys, jackets, and hats! You can also use them to hang plant holders or even storage baskets!
12. Under Bed Storage
Storing items under your bed can be a great way to declutter your home! They make special tubs like this one that are long and flat, so they fit perfectly under your bed without being noticed! If tubs are not your style, they make stylish under-bed storage containers like this one too! Depending on the size of your bed, you may even have room for two or three!
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13. Pegboard
Pegboard may not be the first thing you think of when it comes to storage solutions, but it is a total game-changer!! You can use pegboard to store so many different items! You can use it in your kitchen to store pots and pans, use it for measuring spoons and cups, or use it in your office to hold bins with markers, paper clips, or whatever else you can think of! You can get a pegboard here! Remember, you can paint it whatever color you like. Don’t forget to order hooks and bins like these!
14. A Cosmetic Organizer
We think having a good way to organize your makeup is an absolute must for everyone! We love this cosmetic organizer because it allows you to use it on your counter or in a cabinet door to keep your makeup out of the way! If you have more makeup and want a vanity but don’t have the room, check out this multi-functional dresser that doubles as a makeup vanity!
Related: 17 Cool Makeup Storage Ideas for Small Spaces
15. Spice Organizer
Don’t have room for a spice cabinet, or do you have more spices than room? No worries! You can install a spice rack like this one for your spices. It is pretty inexpensive and easy to install, plus it will make your cabinet look ultra chic! Don’t forget the spice jars to make it all look super nice and organized!
Related: 18 Best Storage for Spices to Steal for Your Kitchen
16. Vacuum Storage Bags
Vacuum storage bags like these are one of the best storage solutions!! This method is great for things you don’t use all the time, like winter clothes in the spring and summer and summer clothes in the winter! You can also use it for other items like blankets, scarves, purses, and even shoes! It’s super easy to use, too! Just load your items neatly into the storage bag, then attach the vacuum to the bag to suck out all the air! This creates a flat bag that takes up minimal room! You can store them in your closet or under your bed! You can even combine an underbed organizer with vacuum storage to store even more items!
17. Wire Door Hanging Baskets
These wire baskets that hang on your door are a super stylish way to organize things like your wallets and other items you can’t seem to find a place for but use often! They attach to your door easily and make it easy for you to find what you need without digging around for the perfect wallet! You can use them for other items too, such as in your bathroom to hold toiletries, in your kitchen to store measuring spoons, or even in your laundry room to store things like dryer balls and laundry detergent!
Final Thoughts
If you are still struggling to find ideas to declutter your area, sometimes you just have to get a little creative and see how you can make things work for different purposes! If you have a shoe rack AND a door shoe organizer, figure out what other ways you can use the door shoe organizer! Or, if you have plenty of under-bed tubs, use them to store extra toys your kids no longer use. You can rotate them every few months so they always have new toys in rotation to play with, and you are not going crazy from toys all over the place. If you put your mind to it, the possibilities are endless!