Storage solutions that will not only maximize small spaces, but allow you extra room for even more stuff—because who wouldn't want that? Now that a lot of us have a bit more time at home on our hands, and are turning to decluttering/cleaning as productive ways to fill our time, why not take things one step further and invest (or DIY!) in some new storage solutions to make sure things don't get quite so cluttered again? From baskets you can hang on the inside of cupboards to adding extra storage to your bedside tables or even inside your wardrobe, Pinterest has some solutions to your problems. You're welcome.
Expand your bedside table space
Use a shelved caddy instead of a bed side table for maximum organization points, so you can stack things on the top as well as in units below. Useful for books, as shown here, or makeup —whatever you're in need of storage space for, basically!
Hook baskets to the inside of cupboards
Increase your cupboard space by clipping extra storage to the inside of the door, meaning not only do you have easy access, but more places to put things. This could work for sunglasses in your wardrobe, or utensils in the kitchen. You're welcome.
Use picture ledges as shoe storage
Picture ledges might be trending as brilliant ways to mix up your decor right now, but they have a functional use too—as vertical shoe storage, so your trainers take up way less room in the hall.
Utilize old candle jars
Utilize old candle jars for a multitude of beauty storage uses—makeup brushes, cotton buds and more.
DIY your own hair tool rack
Use a decorative magazine holder to store your hair tools so they don't end up in a jumble on the floor.
Add extra storage to the end of your bed
By putting an extra bookcase (this one's from Ikea) or similar storage at the end of your bed, it will feel like it's built in, and help you to be more organised with minimal effort.
Make a bed out of drawers
Don't buy a bed—buy a large set of drawers instead and make a DIY storage-tastic bed. Genius or what?! Alright, so you might need to be in a very specific situation to be ready for this kind of DIY, but if you are? Perfect!
Invest in some tension rods
Utilize any nooks and crannies and create instant extra hanging space with a handy tension rod. They're inexpensive and make all the difference—you can even use them inside cupboards.
Invest in some hanging drawers
Who really has time for hangers? To prevent an instant floordrobe, buy some hanging drawers instead so there's loads of room for folded clothes, without a bulky chest of drawers.
Utilize ALL space for shelves
If you can, get some shelves up. A vertical bookshelf is perfect for small spaces, or even above the door frame. How cool does this look!
Hang storage pockets wherever possible
Utilize ALL areas for hanging space by investing in storage pockets you can hang from your bed or the back of your door, or even inside wardrobes, from a clothes rack, or in the bathroom. These are great for added storage, wherever you are.
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This article originally appeared on Cosmopolitan.com/uk. Minor edits have been made by the Cosmo.ph editors.