Save Space – Select the Best Storage Solutions for your Home

One of the most common complaints about modern homes is that there simply isn’t enough storage. Careful planning can provide the storage you need.

1. Which rooms needs storage? The type of storage you buy will depend on what room it’s intended for. If you want to improve storage in your garage or shed, you will probably want strong, sturdy, durable shelving. Garage storage tends to be functional rather than aesthetically pleasing. Open shelf units made from metal or strong wood are very popular for garages and shed as they can bear a lot of weight and are affordable. If you need storage in a living area of your home, such as a kitchen or dining room, you will want more attractive units. A combination shelf unit with open shelves and drawers or pull-out boxes is a great solution for a living space. Mess or unattractive objects can be hidden away in drawers while other items are left on display. This kind of storage unit also works well in a home office and enables important items to be safely hidden away while providing space for personal objects.

2. What will your storage be used for? Many shelving systems in the UK have adjustable shelves, making them perfect for those who need flexible storage solutions. If you need storage for irregular shaped or particularly large items, adjustable shelves will make life much easier. These also enable you to move things round in the future.

If you intend to store items you need frequent access to, storing them in clear plastic containers on shelf units is a good idea. This enables you to see at a glance what a particular box contains and saves you time searching through mountains of things to find what you want. If you are storing clothes or other textiles, airtight containers are your best bet. This will help prevent moth holes in fabric and will protect your belongings from moisture.

3. Use Wasted Space Most of us have places within our homes that we don’t, or can’t use. Maybe you have an oddly-shaped corner in your kitchen or an empty space under the stairs. Awkward spaces are excellent for storage. Buy shelves and fit them into tight spaces to create additional storage or, if this isn’t possible, buy sturdy crates and boxes and pile them up to fill hidden corners in infrequently used rooms.

It’s likely that most rooms in your home have potential storage space that just needs to be utilised properly. If you have space under your sofas or beds, for example, invest in some sturdy plastic boxes. These are great for storing clothes, toys and bedding when not in use and slide neatly out of view.

You’ll be amazed how much you can improve the appearance and organisation of your home with a little careful planning. Once you have adequate storage, not only will your home look tidier and more attractive, but you will feel more organised and in control.