Get Storage Savvy With Our Handy Tips!

Posted on - 2nd January 2020

Less is more. At least that’s what we’re told. But when your living space is compact even a little bit can seem like too much when you don’t have a place for it. But all is not lost! If your new year’s resolution is to cut down on clutter and make the most of the space you do have, then we’ve got just the thing.

Get Storage Savvy

In this blog, we’ll share with you our biggest and best storage hacks from the bedroom to the dining and living room. Read on for our best tips!

Look Up

Shelves are a fantastic way to save space. What’s more, your ornaments, books and decorations can be proudly on display for guests to see. But have you ever looked up?

Cast your eye around the living room and check out your wall space. Shelves can be utilised almost anywhere. And if you have high ceilings you’ve got even more space to store your wares.

For example, shelving around the perimeter of your living room can be used for showing off books, houseplants, vases and trinkets.

Pro tip: Shelving high up can also work really well in your bathroom or living room. Use them to store extra loo rolls, towels, bed linens, or even clothes in storage for next season!

Get Nesting

A nest of tables is a fantastic addition to any home, especially those short on space. When not in use, these handy designs take up only as much space as the biggest table and when you need them they’re on hand to hold cups of tea, books, snacks and other essential supplies for your next box set binge!

Be A Basket Case

Baskets as storage work really well in almost any room. Wicker varieties look fantastic in bathrooms and can help you present your towels and toiletries in spa-inspired style. For the kitchen, wire baskets add an industrial vibe and can be used to store anything from baking supplies to your latest fave tipple! In the living room, crates or wooden boxes can be used to store books and magazines in rustic style.

Hang Out

Much like shelves, hanging storage solutions help you make the most of your space without taking up prime real-estate on the floor. What’s more, there are a huge number of options to suit any room.

In the kitchen, a rail with hooks is a fun and quirky way to display your pots and pans (and they’re easier to find when you need them!). In the bathroom, a hanging fruit basket is the perfect place to keep small items, bath toys and essential toiletries to hand when you need them and well out of the way when you don’t.

One of the best things about hanging decor is that you can get creative! Hanging planters can help you inject a bit of greenery into your home - and they look great, too!

Give Everything A Home

Giving everything a place in your home is one of the easiest ways to keep your home uncluttered. When everything has a place, you’ll be more likely to put it back into the right place rather than move it around periodically while tidying.

So, rather than go out and splurge on storage you may not need, take a bit of time to take stock of what you do have and find the most logical place for it. Doing this won’t just make your house look tidier and uncluttered, it will make sure you can find what you need when you need it as well!

Hide Things Away

No, we’re not talking about stuffing everything into a cupboard and forgetting about it! We’re talking about clever pieces of furniture that look great while providing hidden storage. For example, an ottoman bed or a divan bed with storage are fantastic for keeping seasonal clothes, bed linens and towels out of the way. Furthermore, a deep chest in the bedroom can be utilised for scatter cushions, throws, extra duvets, pillows and more!

Hidden storage solutions for your bedroom, living room and even office are fantastic if you favour a clean, contemporary style in your home. They keep clutter at bay without compromise and look fantastic, too.

Make The Most Of Your Home With Toons

Lack of storage is a common problem for many people. But, whether you live in a four-bedroom house or one-bed apartment there’s potential wherever you look to maximise your space. Here at Toons, we have a wide range of furniture that can help you do just that. From clever space-saving beds and chests to wardrobes, sideboards and cabinets, you’ll find everything you need to create a clutter-free home and achieve a tidy mind. Plan a visit to our showroom today to check out our vast array of space-saving furniture.