If you are like most people you are always looking for a place to keep those magazines you haven’t read yet or searching for a new place to hide the growing amount of children toys. Well you’re not alone. One of the key things most people would change about their homes is adding ‘more storage’.
Many new furniture designs include extra shelves and hidden compartments to meet increasing storage needs, but if replacing your furniture isn’t in your budget, adding one or two space saving pieces can be a big help.
Before you shop, think about your storage needs and measure your space. Ideally, you want a piece that maximizes storage without overwhelming the room. Don’t be afraid to bend the rules a little. For example place a dresser in the dining room to organize table lines and dishes or set an armoire in the entryway to house costs and shoes.
You can also create more space in every room of your house with these simple cost effective solutions:
- Up, up and out of the way. Shelves that reach all the way to the ceiling can really increase your storage space. Place items that aren’t often used on upper shelves.
- Don’t forget near the floor. The area beneath your kitchen or bathroom sinks can be ideal storage space. Use stackable bins with lids to keep items organized.
- Or the back of the door. Bathrooms tend to become very cluttered when used by every member of the household. Give each person a wooden hanger to hold his or her own towel and washcloth. Slip a cloth bag on the hanger to carry brushes and toiletries. When they are not using the bathroom, everything can be kept on the hanger on the back of their closet door.
- From the garage to the kitchen. Pegboards have long been a clever storage solution for hanging tools in the garage or workshop. You can adapt this idea as a way to store your cooking utensils, measuring cups and other kitchen tools. Simply paint a pegboard and mount it on your backsplash or inside a cupboard door. This is also a great idea for children’s rooms.
- Pretty pots. A ceiling or wall mount pot rack is an attractive and practical way to store your favourite cookware.
- And pretty boxes. Forget storing items in plain cardboard boxes; look for storage boxes with colourful designs and you can mix and match for interesting arrangements. Trunks and storage ottomans are other appealing options to help clear the clutter and reclaim your space.
Debra Falcone
Sales Representative with Signature Service GMAC Real Estate
www.housesintohomes.ca
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