Presenting a special guest blog by blogger Lisa Kane - all about finding new places to store things. Enjoy!
And let me know what you think!
There comes a time in every organizer’s life when the space
simply runs out. It happens slowly, but eventually the space is going to run
out. If you’ve reached your organization threshold then consider these creative
tips for making the most out of every space.
1. Deck the walls
One of the areas with the most potential in your home is the
walls. Think about how much empty real estate you have, just ready for shelves
so you can start utilizing the space. This type of storage strategy works best
when you think of terms of what’s display-worthy. Your extra towels and
cleaning supplies aren’t going to look that great on the wall, but your kids’
toys or your collection of hats might. Pick out things that would make a great
display and put them up on the shelves instead of in the back of the closet.
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| An example from my house - our vitamins. Evelyn |
2. Look up
Another area that’s often overlooked is the top of high
furniture. If you have a tall wardrobe or bookcase it’s unlikely that you’ve
used the space on top for storage. The best furniture for this kind of
application will be deep so the top has a lot of surface area. Remember that
you don’t have to fill up all the space if you’re concerned about the
appearance. You can put things near the wall and no one will be able to see
them from below. Make sure you choose items that you don’t need often because
getting them up and down can be a bit of a chore.
3. Go to the bathroom
The title might seem a little bit weird, but the bathroom is
typically underused when it comes to storage. Take a look at your bathrooms to
see what extra space could be converted into storage. Many showers have a ledge
above the shower that can be converted into a shelf for decorative boxes.
Depending on the layout of your bathroom, you can also create a corner nook to
hold everything from extra bathroom supplies to last year’s Christmas
decorations. You’ll be surprised at how much extra space you were ignoring in
the bathroom.
4. Multipurpose when possible
One of the most interesting storage solutions I’ve seen was
a living room chair that also served as a bookshelf. If you’re having trouble
imagining how that would work, picture a large lounge chair with a hollowed out
frame to hold books inside and the cushion on top. You might not be able to
make your current furniture hollow, but there are certainly some areas where you
can double up on usefulness. Take the drawers out of a side table and make it
into a bookshelf, or go even further and create an entire entertainment system
out of bookshelves. Whatever you do, make sure it serves at least two purposes.
These tips should get you started on thinking creatively
about storage, but don’t forget your other options if you still don’t have
enough space. Self-storage is a good solution for anyone who simply can’t
squeeze out another inch of room.
Author’s bio: Lisa Lane is an expert on storage units and how to maximize usable
space in your home. She got her start in organization when she managed storage units in
Tallahassee but since then she moves and keeps her collection of rare books
in storage units
in Virginia Beach.
be organized.....evelyn
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