{"id":5754,"date":"2020-06-04T09:00:28","date_gmt":"2020-06-04T16:00:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/?p=5754"},"modified":"2024-01-29T17:44:23","modified_gmt":"2024-01-30T00:44:23","slug":"storage-ideas-for-small-spaces","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/storage-ideas-for-small-spaces\/","title":{"rendered":"19 Smart Storage Ideas for Small Spaces"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Most of us own more items than we use on a daily basis. Of course, those with closet space, attics, and basements have some pretty straightforward storage options to help keep the clutter at bay. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

But what about those of us who have smaller homes, live in <\/span><\/i>apartments<\/span><\/i><\/a>, or rent homes that don’t come with attic or basement access? Where do you <\/span><\/i>stash your stuff<\/span><\/i><\/a> when you aren’t using it?<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Clutter can affect our mental health, even <\/span>causing anxiety<\/span><\/a> for some. But no matter what size home you live in, these storage ideas will help you make the smartest use of the space you <\/span>do <\/span><\/i>have<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Make the Most of a Small Kitchen<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The kitchen can be the heart of a home. But if your space is small, even a clean kitchen can feel messy and cramped if it’s not well organized. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to get creative in the kitchen, no matter what your square footage! <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Add Side Shelves on Cabinets<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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If your cabinets are full, but you still need room for kitchen essentials, try thinking outside the box!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most cabinets have exposed sides. But what if you were able to add small shelves there to hold items you need frequently? These can open up space for you to stack anything, from cooking utensils to cookbooks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Use the Space on Top of Cabinets<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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There’s often a ton<\/em> of space on top of the cabinets that goes unused. It might be a little dusty up there, but if you grab a step ladder and some cleaning supplies, you can explore the storage potential for yourself. It’s the perfect place for storing items like decorative boxes filled with your extra mugs or bulky kitchen equipment you don’t use often.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Use the Room Beneath the Shelves <\/h3>\n\n\n\n


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If you have open shelving in your kitchen, you may have some space between them that goes unused. Under-shelf organizers are designed to hold anything from mugs to dishtowels to stemware and more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Use Hanging Baskets
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Does your kitchen have limited counter space? Hanging baskets are great for storing things like fruits, vegetables, and herbs. And they’re a great way to remind you when fresh food is ready (or past ready) to eat so you don’t forget about it in the fridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sit back and collect automatic payments each month.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n