Saving space in your home can be a daunting task, but not anymore!
Saving space in your home can be a daunting task, especially when faced with clutter and limited storage options.
If you enjoy a good hoard and are getting a bit desperate with space to store the rest of your items, then our home hacks can help you take up less room and best of all less stress!
Whether you live in a small cosy apartment with limited space, or a spacious house. Finding efficient ways to organise and store your belongings is essential.
At Secure Store, we understand the challenges of home organisation and the need for effective storage solutions.
This is why, in this blog post, we have got 8 clever storage hacks that will help you de-clutter & stay neat and organised.
These tips are designed to create more room in your home, make life easier and get the most out of your unused space.
Let’s dive in!
1. De-clutter Regularly
It is time to get your sorting hats on & the bin bags out!
There may be some tough decisions along the way, especially when it comes to the children’s toys.
“We know its your favourite toy, but you haven’t played with it for 3 years, never mention it and used to stick it up your nose!”
Some very tough decisions indeed. However tough it may be, there are plenty of positives and benefits of taking the time out to create space in your house.
- Frees Up Self-Storage Space
- Reduces Stress
- Increases Productivity
So get your space saving skulls together, and de-clutter that room.
2. Vertical Space Saving
Shelves are a great way to add storage to a small living space.
One of the worlds greatest inventions, as long as they are nailed on straight!
Getting the most out of your space should definitely include looking upwards.
Shelves, Wall-Mounted Storage, A Tall cabinet….using vertical storage in small areas with zero space can help you store your extra items without the worry of being overcrowded.
You can find various vertical space saving ideas here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/vertical-storage/s?k=vertical+storage
3. Invest in Multi-Functional Furniture
Sofa Beds: Perfect for small house living. Sofa beds serve as comfortable seating by day and transform into cozy beds by night, providing an extra sleeping area without taking up additional space.
Storage Ottoman: These modular pieces not only offer a place to rest those weary feet but also provide fantastic hidden storage décor for blankets, magazines, and other items.
They can also double as extra seating or a coffee table.
Lift-Top Coffee Tables: Ideal for compact living spaces, lift-top coffee tables can be raised to create a convenient dining or work surface, while the lower section offers ample storage for books, remote controls, and other essentials.
Just don’t lock yourself in, like this woman did: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pAQRPs3Wu4M
Expandable Dining Tables: Yes it’s an extender!
These tables can be extended when needed to accommodate more guests, and then retracted to save space when not in use, making them perfect for small kitchens, dining areas or even a makeshift home office!
Wall Beds: Not very common in the UK, but we wish they were! Wall beds fold up against the wall when not in use, freeing up valuable floor space.
They often come with additional shelving or cabinets for extra storage.
4. Use Under-Bed Storage
We are all guilty of not using this one enough!
Many beds frames out there provide under bed storage to help homeowners when it comes to finding a storage area, using it is another question all together though.
This often-underused area is perfect for storing items you don’t need daily but still want to keep easy to access.
If you find that you don’t have this storage built in, don’t fret, there are some alternatives that you can use:
Storage Bins and Boxes: Choose flat, low-profile storage boxes that fit neatly under the bed.
Vacuum-Sealed Bags: Invest in vacuum sealed bags
Rolling Storage Carts: Use rolling storage carts for easy space saving access to items like shoes, toys, or craft supplies.
DIY Solutions: Get creative with DIY storage solutions such as repurposing an old dresser drawer or using pallets on wheels.
Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=under+bed+storage&ref=nb_sb_noss
5. Organise Closets Efficiently
Use Shelf Dividers: These are a great way of keeping stacks of clothes neat, whilst freeing up some space in your closet. They also help categorise items making them easier to find.
Hanging Organisers: Ideal for scarves, hats, shoes & other small items.
Utilise hanging organisers for shoes, accessories, or smaller clothing items like scarves and hats.
Consider adding hanging shelves or garment bags for additional vertical space saving storage.
Drawer Units and Baskets: Baskets are fantastic space savers. Place some at the base of your closet to store smaller items such as socks & underwear.
Over-the-Door Organisers: Perfect storage for small room living. This takes advantage of often-unused space behind the closet door.
Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=closet+organisers&ref=nb_sb_noss
6. Create Hidden Storage Spaces
You may not realise it, but there may be plenty of empty space hiding round your house ready to be utilised!
Behind the cabinet doors, space under your stairs or even in the laundry room. Once you find a bit of room in your house, make sure you get the best out of it!
These could be:
Beneath Staircases: If you have a space under your stairs, get creative with it. Utilising small spaces like this can keep your home feeling clutter free.
Convert the space beneath your staircase into drawers, cabinets, or open shelves.
Behind Doors: Install shelving units behind doors to store small items, like cleaning supplies.
False Bottom Drawers: Where the money is usually kept in your favourite gangster films, except your false bottom drawer will contain important documents & small valuables!
The joys of being a law-abiding citizen!
7. Optimise Kitchen Storage
It isn’t just your partners cooking that can do with a bit of organising, your kitchen cabinets may need some love too!
By decluttering your kitchen drawers and installing some stackable space hacks, you can have your kitchen looking fresher than a Michelin Stars Work Top.
Here’s how:
Install a Pegboard: Hang a pegboard on a kitchen wall to store pots, pans, and cooking utensils. This keeps them within easy reach and frees up enough space.
Under-Sink Storage: Use stackable bins or tiered shelves under the sink to organise cleaning supplies and other essentials.
Use Clear Containers: Store dry goods like pasta, rice, and cereals in clear, airtight containers in your pantry or cupboards. This is a great way of storing as it not only keeps them fresh but makes it easy to see what you have.
Magnetic Spice Racks: Use magnetic spice racks on the side of your refrigerator to keep spices organised and easily accessible.
8. Rent a Secure Storage Unit
If all else fails and you are still feeling a bit caved in by all the items in & around your home, secure storage from Secure Store could be the answer!
Here’s why:
- Frees Up Space: You can store items you don’t need regularly, like holiday decorations or camping gear, in a Secure Store unit. This frees up valuable space in your home for everyday living.
- Organise Effectively: Secure Store provides a safe and organised environment for your belongings. Each unit is equipped with security features to ensure your items are protected.
- Flexible Sizes: Choose from a variety of unit sizes to suit your storage needs. Whether you need a small space for a few boxes or a larger unit for furniture and appliances, Secure Store has you covered.
- Accessibility: Access your belongings whenever you need them. Secure Store offers convenient access hours and easy-to-navigate facilities.
- Peace of Mind: Rest assured knowing your items are safe and secure with Secure Store’s advanced security measures, including 24/7 CCTV and secure access controls.
Renting a storage unit from Secure Store is a practical solution to decluttering your home while keeping your belongings safe and accessible. It may not seem like a space saving hack, but this is the ultimate one!
Conclusion
There you have it.
8 space saving ways to make every nook, cranny & hard to reach place, neat, organised and stored away!
So get organising that shoe rack, installing those wire shelves or purchasing a multi-purpose door bookshelf…your home and your stress levels will thank you.
As always, if it does get a bit too much, don’t forget, Secure Store are here to help!
Contact us today on 0161 470 0288 to find the perfect storage solution for your needs.
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