Tip #1: Don’t Waste Valuable Space
- Take advantage of tall ceilings and vertical storage solutions.
- Consider adding doors or access panels to make space above closets more accessible.
- Take advantage of storage opportunities underneath beds.
Tip #2: Shelves
- Add adjustable shelving wherever possible, such as within closets and pantries. Adjustable shelving is less restrictive and allows you to have flexibility with the types of items you can store in certain spaces.
Tip #3: Furniture With Storage
- Buy large furniture pieces with storage to maximize space and help with organization within rooms.
- Consider beds with pullout drawers.
- Consider sofas, ottomans, or benches that allow for storage. These are great for storing everyday items such as extra toss cushions and blankets.
- Furniture items with storage will ensure that every item in your room has a place to go. Put away as many things as possible to allow the home to feel more comfortable and organized.
Tip #4: Lifestyle
- Develop a habit of putting away items where you found them. This will help eliminate clutter on a daily basis. Cleaning will also not seem like a chore if items are already neatly tucked away in their appropriate places.
Tip #5: Declutter!
- Getting rid of clutter is the key to an organized home!
- Only keep the essentials and donate items that are no longer needed in your home.
- Do a deep cleaning of your home every season to assist with organization.
- Keep in mind that less is more. Having fewer items on display within your home will create a neat, comfortable, and organized environment.
Tip #6: Quick Access Storage
- Storage bins and baskets are an excellent way to quickly store away everyday items. Ensure these bins and baskets are easily accessible within the home so they can quickly be pulled out or put away.
Tip #7: Drawer Organization
- Invest in drawer organizers for kitchen drawers to keep utensils, cutlery, plates, containers, etc. neatly organized. This allows for everyone in the family to easily find what they are looking for.
- Don’t forget about drawer organizers for your bathroom vanities and dressers. These allow you to neatly fold away clothing and keep cosmetics and other everyday bathroom items hidden away but easily accessible when needed.
Tip #8: Labels!
- When organizing boxes and bins in storage rooms or garages, make sure to label everything! Ensure that the labels are also easily visible.
Tip #9: Stackable Storage
- Consider stackable storage containers when organizing pantries. These allow for easy storage and access. Empty containers also don’t take up as much space if they can be stacked.
Tip #10: Seasonal Storage
- If you have limited space, consider seasonal storage for your clothing. This allows for the essential items to be on display only. Clothing items that are not in season can be stored away in vacuum-seal bags and kept underneath beds or within storage rooms.
