Vertical Storage Hacks: Make the Most of Every Inch in Small Spaces
Finding a space to store all of your items in your home can sometimes be a nightmare. Some spaces just aren’t that big to begin with, and in lieu of renting an expensive storage space, what else can you do? Thankfully, vertical storage is an ingenious way of using the vertical space in your home. Here are some great vertical storage ideas and hacks you can use in nearly any living space.
Wall-mounted Shelves
Wall-mounted shelves are a tried and true method of storing anything from kitchen essentials to books and knickknacks. Look at any bare wall you have and imagine it with a shelf. As long as the wall can be load-bearing and you are allowed to install them, they can be a lifesaver in otherwise cramped spaces.
Wall Mounted Closet
Wall-mounted closets will reduce the amount of floor space and give the illusion that they are part of the wall. They are great solutions for storing clothing and other essentials in rooms that already don’t have a lot of space.
Fold Away Furniture
Fold-away furniture that’s attached to the wall is a tried and tested solution that means when you aren’t currently using your bed or your table. It can fold away into or against the wall, creating a new open space. This can make rooms multifunctional, such as a bedroom at night and an exercise space during the day.
Hooks
Hooks are another storage staple that can be used for nearly anything that isn’t particularly heavy. Many apartments are already fitted in entryways with hooks for keys and coats and even kitchens for utensils. Pegboards are a similar solution that can be used for tools and other small items.
Stair Storage Space
Stairs in homes are often underutilized. They can make an amazing space for storing items. Try adding a freestanding shelf or a set of drawers for additional storage space that’s out of the way but easy to access.
Tall Cabinets
Tall cabinets that nearly touch the ceiling have a lot of vertical space to store all sorts of different items. They can also have an aesthetic impact, making the room look taller. If your space is too small for cabinets with doors, open cabinets can be just as effective, but the items will gather dust more frequently.
Racks
Racks can be hung from the ceiling of nearly any space and are especially common in kitchens where essentials like pots and pans can be hung, as well as important cookery items like garlic and herbs, which will also give off a pleasant aroma.
Crates
Crates can be an amazing storage solution that lets you store any items you don’t often access before stacking them. Some crates can even be stacked three high, meaning that you’ll maximize your vertical space and have more space to walk around.
Wall Planters
Many people like to incorporate a little bit of green into their homes. Wall planters aren’t just good on outside walls and can be installed in the living room with an easy-to-maintain flower and in the kitchen to grow herbs or vegetables.