If your home is starting to feel cluttered and cramped, you’re not alone. A recent study by the National Association of Professional Organizers found that the average American spends an estimated 3 hours every week looking for misplaced items in their home.
The good news is that there are plenty of small space organization ideas you can do yourself to help get your home in order.
Best Storage for Small Spaces – Some Ideas
DIY Canvas Storage Ottoman
This multi-functional storage ottoman is easy to sew and so useful!
You can use it for storing so many things.
If you put fluffy things inside (e.g. stuffed animals, blanket) then you can use the “bag” as a chair or as “footrest”.
You can also lean on it while reading a book.
And don’t forget, you can always adjust the color to your liking! Just find the fabric you love and sew it!
Use The Idle Space Above The Toilet
Yes, bathroom might be one of the smallest room of a house.
But it can be super small you have no idea how to store toiletries and bathroom products inside.
If you pay more attention, there is a high chance that you actually have that “space” for organizing.
You just need to install something, like a floating shelf.
If you don’t feel crafty and you want something quicker, just grab a basket from the dollar store and install it on the wall.
You Can Also Use Wooden Crate
I think metal basket/wooden basket/wooden crate works best for holding items like towels or jars.
But if you only need to hold toilet paper stocks/ lightweight toiletries you can use sisal or plastic basket.
Oh, and please make sure to secure the brackets really well.
Comprehensive organizing using pegboard
When you love crafting you probably have A LOT of craft supplies at home.
How do you store them well when you don’t have a wide space?
You can use pegboard to help you tackle the mess!
Mount some baskets and little buckets to help you put crafty items in a good categorization!
Organizing Cleaning Supplies In The Garage Using Pegboard
Another creative organizing trick using pegboard!
Yes. Pegboard can be a space-saving way to organize things.
It’s like turning your plain wall into something attachable (for hooks, baskets, and so many things)!
You can organize your cleaning supplies using a huge pegboard in the garage.
Use Clear Bins With Labels
Stacking non-transparent bins inside a small cabinet is not so efficient.
It can make you confused.
Start with clear bins (if you cannot find acrylic bins, you can try transparent plastic bins instead).
Don’t forget to label each bin with easy-to-read fonts to make life easier.
Convert A Dresser Into A Baby Changing Table
Gather all your baby supplies (diapers, clothes, thermometer, pacifier, brush, creams, etc).
Put essential items inside a wire basket and put the basket inside one of the dresser drawers.
Store the diapers inside the drawer too.
And don’t forget, the most important thing is placing a soft comfortable changing pad on top of the dresser.
This is a super-smart way to help you save time and sanity when changing your baby diapers.
Everything’s so close so you can reach it quickly and easily!
Mason Jar Bathroom Organizer
Use empty baby food jars for organizing things
Store Spices On The Pantry Door
When you already have too much inside your pantry but you still have herbs and spices to organize, you can use the door!
Install some wire baskets and organize those herbs and spices on the door.
Happy organizing!
Secrets to Getting the Most out of small spaces in the home
A well-organized home can help reduce stress, improve efficiency, and make your life feel a whole lot more manageable. But professional organizers can be expensive, and many of us simply don’t have the time (or money) to hire one. Luckily, there are plenty of simple DIY organization hacks that even the busiest among us can squeeze into our schedules.
- Make use of vertical space. When you’re tight on square footage, it’s important to make use of every inch of space you have—including vertical space. Install shelves along empty walls to create additional storage, or use hooks and hangers to keep things like coats, purses, and keys off the floor.
- Purge regularly. One of the best ways to keep your small space organized is to regularly purge items that you no longer need or use. Set aside some time each month to go through your belongings and donate or sell anything that you don’t need. This will not only free up some much-needed space in your home; it will also help you declutter your mind.
- Invest in multifunctional furniture. When choosing furniture for a small space, opt for pieces that serve multiple purposes. A coffee table with built-in storage, for example, can be used to store magazines, books, blankets, and more. A daybed can double as a sofa and a guest bed, while a trunk can be used as both a coffee table and a place to store extra pillows and blankets.
- Use see-through storage containers. If cluttered counters and overflowing cabinets are making your head spin, it’s time to invest in some clear storage containers. Mason jars, acrylic boxes, and clear food containers are all great options for storing everything from kitchen utensils to bathroom toiletries in an easily accessible—and good-looking—way.
Finally, if you do have the budget, then you can always consider a more pricey option.. having Bespoke Storage made for your home.
