One of the most common complaints that homeowners have is that their house lacks in storage space. In fact, this can become such a large issue that many people end up selling their home simply because they want a house with more storage space. If the idea of selling your home doesn’t appeal to you, but you’re tired of trekking through your house like it’s some kind of obstacle course, then you’re going to want to read on.
Here we will take a look at five ways that you can create more storage space in your home, regardless of the size of the home. Not only will it create more storage space, but these tips aren’t even hard to follow and are all DIY projects.
1. Invest in Multi-Functional Furniture
For those with storage space issues it’s time to start looking at your furniture in a whole new light. Sure it’s meant for seating and resting items on it, but many of today’s furniture pieces are also multi-functional. Take for example a typical ottoman which is great for resting your feet on. Why not choose an ottoman where the seat lifts up to provide you with storage space. You can find coffee tables that do the same thing, beds with pull-out drawers on the base, nightstands with drawers, etc.
The key is to look at furniture pieces with a critical eye and determine if they are in fact multi-functional.
2. Build Closet Organization Systems
Closet organization systems can literally transform how you store things and the amount of space you have. You can purchase all kinds of storage system sets that require a bit of set-up on your part, or you can go all out and look into a custom-made solution. Look for systems that provide you with a variety of storage solution such as a bar for hanging thing, drawers, and shelves.
3. Look Up for Storage
It’s quite common for people to think of their storage needs in a horizontal manner, but thinking vertically isn’t always as common. A storage system doesn’t have to be wide and/or low to the floor in order to be useful. Tall narrow shelves that go all the way up to the ceiling can provide you with an incredible amount of storage space without actually taking up much space in a room. Just make sure you place items that you don’t use as often near the top.
4. Make Smart Use of the Area Under Your Bed
Your bed can be a fabulous hidden find when it comes to storage space. Think about it, there is a large area that is just dead space with no use at all. You can find all kinds of under-the-bed storage containers that you can store items in. These containers can then be labelled to help keep you organized.
5. Vacuum Seal Items that You Store
The final tip has to do with how you store items. Take for example that under the bed storage, perfect for storing extra comforters, clothes that are currently out of season, and extra jackets. Vacuum packing these items will allow you to increase how much you can fit in the bins significantly. You can purchase the bags in your local big box store, and then use your vacuum to seal them tight.
6. Enjoy All the Storage Space You Have Created
When you follow these tips, you’ll likely be pretty surprised at just how much storage space you have, and how much less cluttered your house feels. Of course, one of the best tips is to declutter and get rid of unwanted or unneeded items first, sometimes this step alone will do the trick. If you are still in need of more organizational space, you may need to contact a self storage provider for additional space elsewhere outside of your home.
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