Top 20 Budget-Friendly Storage Solutions
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No matter what the size of your home, it’s good to find storage solutions when you can. This is particularly important if you have kids that like to leave their toys lying around or you have an abundance of items in your home. And while you can have closets and drawers, sometimes even these get messy and take up too much space.
So how do you store items efficiently, without it costing you the world? To give you some inspiration, here are the top 20 budget-friendly storage solutions that are perfect for any type of home!
- Underwear Organizer/Drawer Divider
Can you never find the underwear you want? Are all of your socks in a bundle? Then try an underwear organizer. Endorsed by tidying guru Marie Kondo, it will organize your underwear and socks into a neat package!
Not only are they incredibly effective, but they are also very budget-friendly, available online and in stores across the country.
- Shoe Storage
Looking for a way to store your shoes? Then benches for shoe storage are invaluable. The ideal solution that clears some room in your home, you can place you and your guest’s shoes tidily. Available in various sizes and colors, you’ll be able to find a bench with shoe storage that fits well into any space.
- Cube Organizer
A laminated wood/MDF/plastic cube organizer is the ultimate accessory when you have bits and bobs or kids toys within your home. Available in an array of configurations and colors, they can fit up to 12 cubes.
Fitting into a range of decor styles, they will keep your items out of sight and out of mind. Looking for something more vintage-inspired? Then opt for retro lockers – adding a touch of classic style, they will transform any bedroom/living room.
- Hang Your Bikes
Find that your bikes are taking up too much room in your home? Don’t have a yard/garage to store them in? Then why not mount your bikes on the wall as decor. A modern statement, they can be placed on a minimalist wall mount to achieve a sleek effect.
- A Freestanding Closet
Limited for space in your bedroom or guestroom? A freestanding closet is a great solution. Whether your small closet is already full or you don’t have enough room for one, a freestanding clothing rack will display your clothes neatly. It’s also a perfect way to stay organized, as you can see the clothes in front of you – rather than in a pile in your closet.
- Purchase Magazine Shelves/Racks
Always finding that your magazines/books are left lying around in a pile? Then add some chic style with a magazine display on your wall. Making full use of the wall around you, slim shelves are a wallet-friendly and tidy solution.
- Pots and Pans Hooks
Have no space for pots and pans in your cupboards? Then consider hanging one or two long towel bars across your kitchen ceiling. A good way to store lids, pans, pots and other various hangable items, they will look great in any kitchen. Just make sure that you don’t hang these too low, to avoid bumping into them when you’re in the kitchen!
- Drawer Organizers
Similar to the underwear organizer, a drawer organizer will keep everything conveniently stored so that it’s easy to find and not taking up too much space. Whether you have one of these for cutlery, jewelry, makeup, sunglasses or other items, it will save things cluttering your side tables/dressing tables.
- Over-Door Storage
Don’t have enough wall space? Then why not make use of the space over the door. Sitting just above the door frame, you can store your items in an extraordinary way. Although these may seem harder to reach, they are ideal for items that you don’t use very often.
- Sliding Pantry
Is your kitchen always cluttered? Perhaps a sliding pantry will do the trick. Placed in the space between the wall and your refrigerator, you can place canned goods, spices and more within it. An affordable option, you’ll have more space for your items, without causing mess and adding more furniture to your kitchen.
- Foldable Storage Cube
Fitted easily into the cube organizer or on their own, foldable storage cubes are a practical solution for any home. Whether you opt to store clothes, toys or other items within them, they are stylish and efficient. A great thing about these cubes are that they are also economical and similarly available from an array of different stores – including Ikea.
- Over-The-Toilet Storage
Have a smaller bathroom in your home? Over-the-toilet storage is perfect. From floating shelves to racks, you can store anything on them – from toilet rolls to shower products and towels. Easily installed, you’ll have a tidy bathroom without the fuss.
Accompanied by shower caddies and under the sink storage, you’ll be able to make the most out of the space, without it looking too over the top.
- Utility Cart
Want to store your books, houseplant or other miscellaneous items in a unique way? Then try a utility cart. Available in a variety of different colors and styles, you’ll be able to find the perfect fit for your bespoke decor. Easily storable, they can also be moved if you have any events or require extra space throughout the year.
- Vanity Organizer
Have a dressing table that’s frequently cluttered? Buy a vanity organizer that will fit all of your make-up neatly instead of storing it on the surface. Ideal, especially if the table doesn’t have drawers built-in, you can slot all of your brushes, palettes and more into cubbies.
- Bedside Caddy
Is your bedside table constantly messy? Bedside caddies are a unique and handy storage item to have. Storing books, phones, toys and other items, they slot easily into any bed. They are also available in simple colors as well as vibrant ones, to suit all tastes.
- Back of The Door Laundry Hamper
Laundry hampers take up a lot of space in your bedroom. So why not clear up some space and invest in the back of the door laundry hamper instead? These modern storage solutions are ideal for small quantities of washing at one time – just make sure not to pack it full too much otherwise it will be difficult to open the door!
- A Bedframe with Drawers
Ok, so this might seem like an expensive option. But it doesn’t have to be. The next time you’re looking to change your bed, try to find one with built-in storage. Alternatively, you can buy under the bed drawers – making use of every inch of space that you can.
- Hidden Trash Can
Trash cans might be small, but they can take up space within your kitchen that can be used for other items. So why not opt for a hidden trash can, that’s accessible when you open the cupboard? A clever solution, you can keep your trash out of sight at all times.
Whether you keep it under your sink or in another cupboard, this is ideal for kitchens that lack in size and space.
- Corkboard Jewelry Holder
Always find that your jewelry is tangled up as it’s been placed in a drawer? Then why not get crafting and purchase/make a corkboard? Stylish on its own or within a frame, you can place pins in the cork, before handing your necklace/earrings/bracelets and other jewelry on it.
- Wall-Mounted Coat Rack
Coat racks take up a lot of space within your home – which is why it’s good to invest in an option that clears up some room. This is where a wall-mounted coat rack comes in.
Placed neatly on the wall, you can hang hats, umbrellas, coats and more. Available in singular and multiple hooks, they can come in a traditional style or in a more quirky style – such as stag heads or dog tails (perfect for those dog enthusiasts out there)!
Final Thoughts
So, there you go! Those are the top 20 budget-friendly storage solutions that you can replicate within your home. What you opt for, of course, will depend on the size of your home and how much you want to spend on the transformation. But whichever item you opt for, it’s the first step towards clearing that clutter and making more room!
Channel your inner Marie Kondo and introduce storage without spending too much. Not only will you make the most out of the room that you have, but you’ll feel a lot more carefree once that mess is out of the way.
And although it’s good to keep the amount of items that you have to a minimal (without stuffing everything into storage containers), this is a simple and effective way of storing your beloved belongings in the long term.
So what are you waiting for? Find your ideal storage solution today by looking online or in stores. You won’t regret it – no matter which of the above you choose.
