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20 Genius Storage Solutions for Small Spaces
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When it comes to small spaces, the trick is thinking smarter. Utilizing every single inch of space — even those random walls and tucked away corners you wouldn’t think to use. But the real question is, which items actually work in those smaller spots?
If you’ve asked yourself the same question, we got you covered. We found products that’ll do the greatest thing possible for your home: create more space. In your closet, kitchen, bedroom, and pretty much everywhere else. They’ll help you store everything you own — even the awkward items you never know what to do with (ahem, baseball caps and hangers). Three cheers for a more organized you.
A mop and broom rack, because piling them in a tiny closet doesn’t cut it...
It’s time to mount them. The slots will hold your Swiffer and mops off the floor, while the hooks can house towels, dust pans, and brushes. You get your closet back, and all your cleaning supplies finally get a resting place that isn’t a dusty corner. ($8.99, Amazon)
A foldable over-the-door organizer…
Use it in your bathroom as an extra medicine cabinet, in your pantry for all the snacks, or in a nursery for extra diaper storage. It has clear PVC windows so you’ll be able to easily spot everything you choose to stash away. It’s super simple to install — just slide the side and baseboards it comes with into the corresponding slots, and add the hooks (you’ll get those too). Extra space for the win. ($18.99+, Amazon)
A slim cart for your laundry area or bathroom…
It’s compact, rolls, and has three baskets perfect for holding laundry detergent, dryer balls, and stain-removal sprays. If it’s in your bathroom, pack it with extra rolls of toilet paper, hairbrushes, styling tools, and more. The best part is that it won’t take up much space wherever you place it. ($44.99, Amazon)
A multiuse three-tier rack that’s not an eyesore…
Organization as decor? Yes please. This minimalist one from Open Spaces comes in six chic shades. Leave it by your entry as a design-forward way to store dirty shoes or any catchalls. Or pop it in your closet as a full-blown shoe rack. You can also use it as a basic storage console and it’ll serve as a great side table in any space. We’ll take one in each room. ($147, Open Spaces)
A fruit and veggie hammock you can hang under cabinets…
Don’t have any counter space left for a fruit bowl? There’s a fix for that. When you place your order, you’ll be able to pick what color yarn you want used. It takes about two to three weeks to produce, and comes with four small hooks for hanging. ($27.90+, KnappsKnots via Etsy)
A closet organizer that can hold rolled T-shirts, scarves, or pants…
This tool is made up of panels that have elastic straps. They’ll tighten around all your essentials to keep ‘em in place. This one holds up to 12 items, and you can even use it to stash sheets, sweatshirts, or towels. Say ‘welcome back’ to some precious drawer space. ($14.59, TheRollKeeper via Etsy)
A little shelf you can install over an outlet for a convenient resting place…
Use 'em for smart home devices, your electric toothbrush, or as a place to charge your phone. It’ll help free up some counter space, and it even has a tiny opening for wires to snake through. Installation is easy: just unscrew your current outlet covers and replace with these. ($13.99, Amazon)
A pack of drawer dividers so your folded clothes stop lumping together…
Neatly folded piles never stay that way. That’s just the truth. These dividers will help with that. You’ll finally be able to keep items separate, so you can fit more into each drawer. Bless. ($15.87, Amazon)
A tiered tray for cutlery that’ll stack everything...
This little organizer is space-saving 101. It’ll provide more room in drawers, which is especially important in tiny kitchens. You’ll be able to add more utensils and you’ll even have space for larger knives and tools. Boom. ($10.49, Amazon)
Stackable containers for offices, playrooms, or kids’ bedrooms…
You can pick from different colors to help create a sorting system. Art supplies will finally have a home, plus any Lego that may be buried in a rug. The built-in stops prevent the drawers from falling out, and the lip makes it easy for kids to open on their own. ($9.99/each, The Container Store)
A narrow bookshelf that’ll make your at-home library dreams come true…
If you’re a bookworm who still needs space for all your precious books, you need this. This 72-inch piece has five open shelves and a simple design, so it’ll blend seamlessly into any room. You can even add a second one right next to it for even more space. Don’t sweat. You won’t have to give any of your faves away. ($90, Target)
Stackable storage bins that maximize your under-the-sink area…
That black hole that exists underneath your faucet? Yeah, you can make use of that space. These sliding drawers can hold cleaning supplies, trash bags, and more. Since the drawers slide out, you won’t have to get on your hands and knees to dig to the back. Add them in your kitchen to store extra snacks and spices and in the bathroom for additional toiletries. So organized The Home Edit would approve. ($42.97/2 pack, Amazon)
Magnetic spice jars you can attach to your fridge…
Each glass jar is airtight, so your spices will stay fresh and within reach while you cook meals. Small jars can hold about ¼ cup, while large jars can hold up to ½ cup. The strong lid magnets will keep 'em from sliding once you place them on the fridge. ($75.00, Amazon)
A baseball hat organizer that works via clips…
Random items you never know how to store? Yep, baseball hats fall into that category. Say ‘hello’ to your newest solution. Each organizer can hold up to 10 hats and attach directly to a hanger. (It also works for storing gloves and other accessories.) ($7+, Amazon)
A wire rack so your unused hangers won’t clog your closet rod…
If they’re not holding something, take 'em down. This rack stacks hangers on their side, so they won’t pile up at the bottom of your closet. When you need one, just slip it off the rack. No more detangling to be done. ($17.99, Amazon)
A floating bedside shelf if you don’t have room for a nightstand on either side…
Tiny bedrooms, unite. This floating shelf clamps onto bed frames. No more putting your phone, glasses, and cup of water on the floor. If your bed doesn’t have a frame with a lip, there’s a version that can also slide underneath your mattress. (Unknown, Amazon)
Medicine cabinet organizers so you can finally get some order in there…
Raise your hand if your medicine cabinet looks like a tornado hit it. These slim bins will fit on the shelves, organizing items that naturally gather and cause mess. Each one has compartments perfect for cotton balls, medicines, tweezers, swabs, and more. (Unknown, Amazon)
A leaning ladder for blankets or towels…
Don’t have enough closet space? This ladder can fix that. It’ll look chic in whatever room you place it in (and can even hold clothes in your bedroom). It’s versatile, a great space-saver, and oh-so cute. ($66+, Food52)
A dispenser bag that’ll hold all those plastic bags you keep…
Because storing smaller plastic bags within one larger plastic bag underneath your sink isn’t a method. You can hang this dispenser bag in a closet or laundry room. Just stuff in bags you wanna reuse at the top, and you can pull 'em out one by one at the bottom. ($9.99+/2 pack, Amazon)
A storage ottoman that doubles as decor…
This small seat has a lid that flips over into a tray and has three uses in one: a foot stool, a storage space, and a tray for food and drink. We love practical and functional furniture, and this piece fits the bill. (Unknown, Amazon)
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