Storage Furniture

Kids Storage Furniture Ideas

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If you are shopping for kids storage furniture, then you would have realized the amount of things that even a toddler can accumulate. Storage furniture for kids can be colorful to appeal to youngsters and to project a vibrant feeling as well as more subdue so that they are not so easily outgrown.

Bedside Storage Step Stool

Right: Guidecraft Butterfly Storage Step-Up

If you have a toddler, a step stool is a must so that it is easier for him or her to get in and out of bed. Get one with storage space that can accommodate a few books or toys. Although you can't possibly keep much in a step stool, you probably need as much storage space as possible as your kid's toy and book collections grow over time. This piece of furniture can be a great place to store little toys, crayons and other knick-knacks, which may otherwise be deeply buried if kept in a big toy chest.

Kids' Bookcase

Left: Safari Book Display

Most kids have a collection of books that also require storage. As children's books tend to come in different sizes, a book display rack makes a good storage furniture option. It also allows easy access and book covers are not hidden from view. However, a book display rack for kids tend to be quickly outgrown and it usually can only hold a small number of books.

Therefore, if your child has a large collection of books and you prefer something that would last a little longer, you can also consider wooden plain-colored bookcases. Just get a case that is wide rather than tall if you want your child to have easy access to the books.

Toy Box Or Chest

Right: All Star Sports Toy Box Bench

One very common kids storage furniture has to be the toy box or chest. Many also come in the shape of a bench that provides a seating option. A toy box can certainly help you to solve the toy storage problem but it is not the best of organizers. If you have a big toy box, small toys can get hidden from view in the big pile and become difficult to reach. However, this kids storage furniture makes a good place to keep stuffed animals and other bigger play items.

Kids Open Storage Shelves

Left: Kids White Wood Storage Open Top

If you want a storage furniture that can grow with your child, then you certainly need something less kiddy. One option is to have open storage shelves that allow toys and books to be visible to your young child. Get one with adjustable shelves so that you can reconfigure them to store other items as your child grows. A storage furniture that looks plain without the kiddy look does not mean it would not appeal to youngsters. More often than not, it is how you arrange the items on the shelves that makes the difference.

Storage Ideas For Living Room

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If you have a small living room with no space for many nice cabinets, then what you can do to reduce clutter is to have furniture that have in-built storage areas. Below are some storage ideas for the living room that incorporate commonly used furniture pieces.

Ottomans With Storage

Right: Global Distinctions Buy One Get One Free Ottoman

Most living rooms have one or two ottomans to provide extra seating for guests or just to act as a footrest. If you need an ottoman any way, get one with storage space underneath. Many ottomans nowadays come with lift-up seats that enable you to store magazines, discs and other items in them. While you may not be able to keep many things in a cube ottoman, at least you will be able to find some space for some of your smaller items in the living room. Such an ottoman is a great storage idea for a small living room and yet, practical.

Bench With Storage

Left: Island Collection Bench with 2 Drawers

If you have a little more space, you can consider a nice padded bench or chest. A bench provides more storage space underneath its seat compared to a cube ottoman but you will need a larger area to accommodate it. If you can find a wall to place alongside it, a bench may be a good addition to the decor besides being a nice storage idea for the living room.

Coffee Table With Storage

Right: Klaussner Pine Cocktail Table with Three Drawers

A lot of people buy a coffee table based on look and style without thinking that it can take up a lot of space. If you have a small living room, a coffee table probably takes up a sizeable portion of it right in the center of the room.

Therefore, get one that allows you to store things as well. For instance, you can have a nice coffee table with drawers. That would solve part of your storage problem for the living room which goes a long way to having a neat and clutter-free home.

Living Room Corner Cabinets

Left: Hampton Bay Corner Cabinet

Another storage idea for the living room is to make use of unutilized corners. A rectangular cabinet takes up a lot of space which you may not have. But a corner cabinet is less bulky and can be put away in a corner without cramming up your living room. There are many corner cabinets that would look wonderful for the living room, including curio cabinets and bookcases.

End Table With Storage

Right: Classic Accent End Table with Storage Drawers

Many of us also like to have end or side tables to put a lamp and a drink or two. Commonly, the tables are placed just beside the couch. If you want more storage space, then get end tables that allow you to keep a few items as well. End tables with drawers are excellent places to keep remote controls, letters and discs. Rather than leaving small items scattered all over the place, end tables with drawers provide an alternative storage idea for the living room.

Kitchen Pantry Ideas And Cabinet

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You have a few options when it comes pantry cabinet designs. Depending on your needs and budget, a pantry cabinet can range from a simple one with a few shelves to custom-made to fit into your existing floor space.

Pull-Out Pantry Rack

Right: Slim Slide Out Pantry

Want additional storage space to put all your kitchen items? If you have a gap between cabinets or between your fridge and kitchen counter, don't dismiss that small space for pantry storage purposes. For those with a small kitchen, you might find it hard to find available space for all your items. If that is the case, look for a gap that can fit in a slim rack and you end up with additional room for a few more items.

Free Standing Pantry

Left: Hawthorne Pantry Tower

Many people actually end up with a free standing pantry cabinet that looks like a tower with a few shelves and drawers. The obvious advantage of a tall pantry cabinet is it allows you to store more things but it is also prone to end up as one big mess. This is because the taller shelves are hard to reach that what gets stored at the back tends to become forgotten over time. If the cabinet is also deep, it is also difficult to organize your items and what gets pushed to the back of the shelves is blocked from view. So, if you want to get one big free standing pantry cabinet, bear in mind that you may need shelf organizers to keep things neat and within easy reach.

Pantry Cabinet With Pull-Out Hardware

Right: Pantry Roll Out Storage System

Some pantry cabinets come with pull-out hardware and if you have yours custom-made, you can have this mechanism installed. A pantry cabinet with pull-out shelves makes it easy to store and retrieve items but the drawback is obviously its cost. If you have a pantry cabinet now but without the convenience of pull-out shelves, you can buy the pull-out hardware separately and have it installed.

Cheap Kitchen Pantry

Left: Thin Man Pantry Cabinet

For some of us, we do need to work within a tight budget. A pantry cabinet can cost quite a bit but if we are willing to forgo enclosed storage, then a kitchen pantry can become quote affordable. After all, a lot of items that we need to store are nothing private such as canned food and boxes of cereals. If that is the case, then you can always opt for a cheap kitchen pantry that comprise of a few open shelves to store your items.

Other Pantry Storage Designs

Right: Craftsman Cupboard

Pantry storage need not necessarily be a plain looking wooden cupboard with two large doors. Some pantry storage have a hutch at the top for you to store your set of dishes. Others have a place in the middle to put in a microwave oven with cabinets at the top and bottom. The open space in the middle can also be used to put a jug or teapot, depending on your needs. If you have a special space for your pantry cabinet which is hidden from view, then a plain looking cupboard may be fine. But if you want a better looking cabinet for pantry storage purposes, just remember that you can get one with the space to show off your serving pieces if need be.

Storage Ideas For A Small Bedroom

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If you have a small bedroom, you might well be at your wit's end trying to figure out how to store some of your things in such a tiny room. One trick to maximize storage space is to use up every nook and corner that is available and organize your things accordingly.

Bed With Storage Drawers

Right: Sonoma Double Platform Bed With 6 Drawers

With a small bedroom, you certainly don't want to waste the vast space underneath the bed which is an excellent area for storage. Therefore, get a bed with drawers so that you can use them to keep an extra linen or two. Depending on what you want to store, some beds have drawers on both sides while others allow you to lift up the mattress base to reveal bigger storage compartments underneath. If you want to store small items, drawers would help you to organize things better but if you want to keep an extra quilt or pillow, you probably be better off with bigger storage compartments rather than drawers on both sides.

Bed With Storage Headboard

Left: Tall Double/Queen Storage Headboard

Although you can't keep many things in a storage headboard, you can at least use the space to store your knick-knacks and even a few books. Sometimes, a small bedroom might not have the space for a side table and a storage headboard is the alternative solution. Most headboards have different-sized compartments which also help to organize things in a neat and tidy fashion.

Wall Shelves

Right: West Elm Chunky Wall Shelf

Another storage idea for a small bedroom is to use wall shelves to provide additional space for keeping items such as books and CDs. They need not be plain as there are many decorative wall shelves that you can choose from to match the decor of your room. Apart from shelves, you can also consider a cubby or a wall hutch for your storage and decorative purposes.

Corner Cabinet Or Rack

Left: Craftsman Corner Four-Door Cabinet

You can optimize the space in your bedroom by putting in a cabinet if you find that you have an unutilized corner in your bedroom. If the usual rectangular cabinet is too large for your small bedroom, get a corner cabinet instead. You can also opt for a corner rack or stacking shelves if a cabinet is not within your budget. There are many corner tiered racks available if you do not need enclosed storage that comes with a cabinet.

Over The Door Storage

Right: Homz Over-The-Door Storage Organizers

The door is often overlooked as a space that could hold a few items for storage purposes. Thus, over the door organizers is another storage idea for a small bedroom if you are really in a bind of where to put some of your commonly used items. Nowadays, there are over the door organizers that are specially designed to hold shoes, towels, caps, handbags and various other items.

Kitchen Racks To Reduce Clutter

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There are many types of kitchen racks that you can use to reduce clutter as well as optimize on space. Browse through the different rack ideas below for a tidier kitchen.

Kitchen Pot Rack

Right: Old Dutch Half Round Pot Rack

If you have a small kitchen, you can opt for racks that are mounted on the wall or ceiling. Most small kitchens would not have sufficent storage cabinets for all your pots and pans and a hanging rack is one good way to get around this problem. Just make sure that it is mounted securely and the whole mechanism is able to withstand the weight of all your cooking utensils, if you opt for a hanging kitchen pot rack.

Left: Old Dutch Cookware Stand

The alternative to a hanging pot rack is to buy a kitchen cookware stand. Most cookware stands will fit into under-utilized corners. It would be preferable to buy a kitchen stand if you have heavy cookwares that might put too much strain on a ceiling or wall mounted rack. As pots and pans tend to take up much storage space, this is an alternative way to house them all.

Kitchen Wrap Rack

Right: Under Shelf Wrap Rack

Such a rack is handy if you want to have all your kitchen wraps and foils to be neatly organized in one place. Whether it is over the door or under the shelf wrap rack, you have convenient access to them rather than have them stacked on top of each other in a cupboard or drawer. You can also opt for a tiered wrap rack that you can place on your counter top.

Kitchen Pot Lid Rack

Left: Cabinet Door Lid Rack

Some pot racks are designed to hold the lids as well but if you merely have a rail to hang your pot and pans, you certainly need a rack to organize the lids. You can find kitchen lid racks that slide out from a cabinet, hang over the cabinet door or simply stand alone on the bench top. It depends on the amount of space that you have and what suits your needs best.

Kitchen Spice Rack

Right: Todco Spice Stack

Spices are another common item that often require a rack to organize them. Unless you make do with only a bottle of spice or two, you can't really run away from having a spice rack. This is because a spice rack makes it easy for you to find the bottle you need when you are cooking without having to knock over the other bottles to reach the one you want. Depending on your own preference, there are in-drawer spice organizers, tiered racks, revolving racks, mounted racks and many other variations.

Kitchen Can Rack

Left: Three Tier Can Rack Shelf

Often we would buy a certain amount of canned food whenever we go grocery shopping. To store canned food items, we would normally stack them up in the cabinet. As a result what is at the back of the cupboard can sometimes be forgotten. If you want to organize your canned food better, you can get a tiered can rack. Cheap and practical, you will have a good idea of which can to consume first and when to re-stock. There are also can racks designed to hold beverages which serve the same purpose.

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Kitchen Organizers

Kitchen Organizers

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If you want to keep your kitchen neat and tidy, you need organizers to help you out. Try out these kitchen organizer ideas to help clear away your clutter.

Kitchen Knife Organizer

Right: Lipper International In-Drawer Knife Block

Most people have at least a few knives in their kitchen to cut different things. Organize them properly and you would have a neater drawer and counter top. The knives will also be easier to find and you will save yourself the trouble of rummaging through the drawers.

Kitchen Drawer Organizer

Left: Expand-A-Drawer Organizer - Cooking Utensil Edition

To bring order to your kitchen, you can get yourself a few kitchen drawer organizers that would enable you to have all your cutleries, cooking utensils and serving spoons in a neat fashion. There are different drawer organizers with different length compartments to fit different utensils. Some are designed for larger and longer spoons and spatulas while others would fit your normal forks and knives.

Kitchen Carousel Organizer

Right: Olde Thompson 16-Jar Carousel Spice Rack

This type of organizer is usually designed to hold your spices. This would keep all your bottles of spices neatly arranged and centered in one location. Some carousels even have an automatic dispenser dial that will dispense a certain amount of spices per click.

Kitchen Cabinet Organizers

Left: Grayline Housewares 6-Piece Cabinet Organizer Set

Most commonly, kitchen cabinet organizers comprise of different kind of racks to help you organize all your items. There are tiered sliding racks for all your pots and pans, racks for your plates as well as racks that hang over the cabinet door to house your spices or cling wraps. Kitchen cabinet organizers make it easy to reach all your wares and you would also know where all your items are at one glance. Basically, it would enable you to have a mess-free cabinet and reduce clutter.

Kitchen Wall Organizer

Right: ClosetMaid Kitchen Organizer Rail System

To have everything within easy reach, you can make use of space on the wall underneath your cabinets to have a kitchen organizer. You can instal a rail system with hooks and racks and all your commonly used items can then be neatly organized on the rail. It also helps you to optimize on space if you do not have much storage cabinets or a large counter top to begin with.

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Kitchen Storage Ideas And Solutions

Kitchen Storage Ideas And Solutions

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Most people have built-in cabinets for their kitchen. But if you are in need of more storage space, take a look at these kitchen storage ideas below.

Free Standing Kitchen Storage Cabinet

Right: White Buffet

If you have a large kitchen that can fit in an additional cabinet, then you can consider getting one to increase your storage space. Choose a design that matches your existing kitchen decor so that it would blend in beautifully. Apart from a cabinet, you can also look for tiered racks if you merely want something cheap and don't need the enclosed storage of a cabinet.

Kitchen Utility Carts

Left: Winsome Wood Single Drawer Storage Cart

If you have a small kitchen, one storage idea is to get a utility cart that is also mobile. The extra space not only allows you to store your items but you can also make use of the counter top for your food preparation. A mobile kitchen utility cart would also enable you to push it out of the way when not in use.

Depending on your needs, there are various kitchen utility cart designs. Some have a drop leaf while others have open shelves that also act as a serving cart.

Kitchen Island Furniture

Right: Catskill Craftsmen Mid-Size Super Island

If you have the space, you can get a fairly large kitchen island furniture which you can put in the center of your kitchen. You can use the top to prepare food as well as eating simple meals and store all your kitchen wares at the bottom. Some kitchen island furniture also come together with matching stools to make a complete set.

There are many design options when it comes to kitchen utility carts and kitchen island furniture. Therefore, you have to think what you intend to use it for and what items you need to store before buying.

Bathtub And Shower Caddy

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Bathtub and shower caddies are cheap but practical organizer solutions for the bathroom. Below are various bathtub and shower caddy designs for you to choose from to suit your needs.

Free Standing Shower Caddy

Right: InterDesign Bath/ Shower Tower - Chrome

Get a free standing shower caddy if you have heavy items that you need in place on the shelves. For instance, you may have big bottles of shampoo, body wash and conditioner that might be too heavy for a caddy that hangs over the faucet or shower door. A free standing shower caddy solves that problem although you may find it does take up some space inside the shower stall.

Corner Shower Caddy

Left: Corner Shower Caddy - Chrome

If it seems like the free standing regular shower caddy might crammed up your shower space, try to look for a corner caddy instead. Get one that can fit snugly into the corner and you may then end up with more space to maneuver inside the stall when you have a shower. Such a caddy also makes a good storage solution for other items in the bathroom such as extra towels and hair dryer.

Faucet And Over The Door Shower Caddy

Taymor Adjustable Shower Caddy

Many people prefer hanging shower caddies that go over the shower faucet or door because things are easy to reach and they don't take up floor space. If you want a shower caddy that hangs on the faucet or door, make sure that they can withstand the weight of all your items. Furthermore, you may not be able to hang anything on some faucets that jut out from the wall at a downward angle. Therefore, do check it out before you buy. If you have a bathtub instead of a shower stall, you can also try hanging a caddy on the shower curtain rod.

Tension Pole Corner Shower Caddy

Left: Shower Caddy Floor To Ceiling

This type of shower caddies typically goes all the way from the floor or bathtub rim to the ceiling. The tension pole is adjustable to fit different heights. The good thing about a tension pole shower caddy is you don't have to worry about the weight pressure compared to a hanging type and you optimize on space inside the shower stall.

Bathtub Caddy

Right: The Ultimate Bathtub Caddy

There are various bathtub caddy designs depending on what items you want to place in there. There are bathtub caddies that have a book holder and some even have drink holders. If you have kids, you can also get a bathtub caddy that is specially designed to hold bath toys. Since it would be difficult to place a free standing organizer in a bathtub, a bathtub caddy is the alternative to place your bath items and keep them within easy reach.

Bathroom Storage Cabinets - Ideas

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The following are some bathroom storage cabinet ideas. You can have cabinets that optimize the space above the toilet, a corner or below the sink. Apart from that you can also consider a wall-mounted cabinet and if you have the space a larger floor cabinet.

Bathroom Wall Cabinets

Right: Ameriwood Wall Bath Cabinet Fluted

If you don't have the necessary floor space but still need a storage cabinet, then you can settle for a bathroom wall cabinet. The disadvantage of a wall cabinet is obviously its smaller storage space as most would not have the same depth as a floor cabinet. But if you merely want to store some small personal care items, a wall cabinet should be sufficient for your needs.

Bathroom Floor Cabinets

Left: Tall Linen Cabinet

If you have a large bathroom, a floor cabinet will basically be able to solve all your bathroom storage problem. This is because a floor cabinet can be wide and deep or you can have a tall cabinet with adjustable shelves. Additional towels, toilet rolls, shampoos and all personal care items can easily fit into such cabinets.

Bathroom Corner Cabinet

Right: French Country Corner Linen Cabinet

The corner is a space that you can optimize for storage purposes if your bathroom is relatively small to fit in a rectangular cabinet. While it may not be able to fit as many things as a rectangular cabinet, you can opt for one with more shelves that goes higher to store all your items instead.

Bathroom Sink Cabinet

Left: Craftsman Single Sink Cabinet

Most bathrooms will have an in-built sink cabinet as part of the decor, especially for newer homes. But if you don't, you can utilize the space below the sink by installing a cabinet there. The main drawback is this might cost you a few hundred dollars but you get ample storage space in return.

Bathroom Over The Toilet Cabinet

Right: Space Saver Cabinet

If you really have a lack of space in your bathroom, a storage solution is to have an over the toilet spacesaver cabinet. Most of the time, the area above the toilet tank is overlooked when it comes to space utilization. But now there are various designs for over the toilet storage cabinets that you can check out to hold all your bathroom items.

If you are looking through bathroom storage ideas but you are also on a tight budget, you can subsitute cabinets for racks instead. For instance, you can opt for a corner rack instead a wooden cabinet. A rack should cost you less but it would hold all your items just the same.

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If you have a small bathroom and want spacesaver ideas, there are many rack and cabinet designs that optimize the space above the toilet. Over toilet storage is also a practical solution if you do not have a wall cabinet or a corner to put in a tiered rack.

Over The Toilet Spacesaver Racks

Right: Bathroom Storage Rack

Depending on your preferences, you can get an over the toilet storage spacesavers rack. If you are on a budget, such racks are often affordable as they merely comprise of a few shelves for you to place your items. Good for shampoo bottles, soaps, lotions and air fresherner, they are cheap and practical for small bathrooms.

Over The Toilet Spacesaver Glass Door Cabinet

Left: Bathroom Over The Toilet Storage With Glass Doors

If you have a little more money to spend and want a storage space that matches the color of your bathroom, you can choose an over the toilet glass door cabinet. A cabinet would look classier compared to an open storage rack. Furthermore, if you have some items that require enclosed storage, then you would need one with a cabinet.

Over The Toilet Spacesaver Cupboard

Right: Nassau Louvered Door Spacesaver

For some of us, we may not like to have open storage which exposes our items to guests who use our bathroom. For instance, we may have sanitary napkins to store that we do not like others to see. If this describes you, then you can opt for over the toilet spacesaver cabinet with solid doors that keeps everything hidden from view.

Over The Toilet Tank Spacesaver Organizer

Left: Toilet Caddy- 3 in 1 Organizer

This one is a simple organizer that allows you to keep an extra toilet roll or two and some magazines. If you just have a few things that you want to keep near the toilet, then you can settle for a caddy instead of a cabinet or rack. Such a storage solution is cheap and simple and yet practical.

For more ideas, browse through Amazon which has a wide range of toilet storage items for sale.

Storage Ideas For Stuffed Animals

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If you have young kids, there are bound to be lots of stuffed animals that require storage space. Look through the ideas below for soft toys storage to keep your home mess-free.

Stuffed Animals Storage Bag

Nowadays, there are bags specially designed for storing stuffed animals. Stuff up the bags with all the soft toys and you end up with a comfy seat. Not a bad idea since it can also provide your child with an easy access to the toys as well.

Right: Boon Trio Animal Bag

Netting Rack For Stuffed Animals

Left: The Deluxe Pet Net

A practical solution is to have a netting rack for all your kid's stuffed animals if you have a lack of space for a toy box or chest. Hook it up at the corner of the room wall and you can then find a home for all the soft toys around the home.

Stuffed Animals Organizer Tree

Right: Stuffed Animal Organizer

This is another good way to keep all your kid's stuffed animals off the floor. It is a cool storage idea which has all the toys in view and yet does not take up much space in a room. But just like the netting rack, it may exposed the stuffed animals to dusts. Therefore, if most of the soft toys are left untouched, a stuffed animals organizer tree may not really suit your needs.

Webkinz Stuffed Animals Storage Basket

Left: The Grandy Room Organizer

If you all you want is a simple container to place all the stuffed animals, you can always get buckets, bins or baskets for such a purpose. But there are also baskets that are specially designed for plush toys to keep the room neat and tidy.

Other more common ideas for stuffed animals storage is to use rectangular toy boxes or chests. You can also look for stackable toy storage boxes if you know you will be in need of additional storage room as time goes by.

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Toy Storage Chest

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There are many toy storage chest designs for you to choose from. Wooden, plastic or fabric, it all depends on your budget and how the toy storage box will fit into your overall room decor.

Wooden Toy Boxes

Right: Little Tikes Mission Design Toy Box

From simple rectangular boxes to animal designs, wooden toy chests offer ample storage. One with a safety hinge is preferred for easy opening and gentle closing if you have a toddler. Wooden toy boxes will often cost a little more especially if they are made of better quality wood.

Toy Storage Chest With Bench

Left: Levels of Discovery Princess Toy Box Bench

This type of toy storage chest is perfect for the playroom as there are many themes that you can choose from to match your existing decor. Apart from providing storage, such a toy chest would also mean you have a place a sit while watching over your child in the playroom.

Plastic Toy Storage Chest

Right: LifeStyle Soft & Sturdy Toy Box

A plastic toy storage chest is easy to clean and it is also safer if made of soft plastic, especially when there is a high risk of your child knocking against it when learning how to walk. Most plastic toy storage boxes are child-friendly, which is why they are always popular among parents. Moreover, they are affordable and durable.

Soft-Sided Toy Box

Left: Sassy Soft Sided Toy Organizer

The advantage of a soft-sided toy box is there are no worries of your child bumping into it and ending up with bruises. Furthermore, because it is lightweight, you can move it from room to room. Most are also collapsible when not in use which means they are easy to store once they are no longer needed.

You can browse through here for more toy storage chests. For more toy storage ideas, click on the 'Toy Storage' link under the categories section at the outer right side bar.

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Toy Storage Organizer

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If you have young kids at home, you certainly need some toy storage solutions. Check out toy strorage organizers that you can get for your home and save yourself the headache of seeing toys lying all over the floor of your rooms.

Toy Storage Buckets

Cheap and practical, they are good for storing balls, blocks and soft toys. Many of these buckets are made of nylon or some other fabric which means you can fold them flat when not in use. This also means you can carry them from room to room with ease to store up all the toys around the house.

Right: Bongo Buckets

Toy Storage Bin Organizer

Left: Whitmor Kids Bin Organizer

Usually, such toy storage organizers have bins of various sizes to accommodate different types of toys and books. The open storage concept means your child would have easy access to the toys.

However, some have more racks and bins while others have less. Therefore, bear in mind the height of your child when buying a toy storage bin organizer with racks. Otherwise, there might be a danger of your toddler tugging at the higher bins which may cause the whole rack to topple over.

Toy Storage Chest Organizer

Right: Little Tikes Sort and Store Toy Chest

A toy storage chest may not be as efficient if you want to keep the toys neatly organized compared to bins. Therefore, if you want to buy a toy chest, you can get one designed with bins to store smaller items and leave the chest to keep bigger-sized toys. Otherwise, your child will have a tough time finding his smaller toys inside the big chest.

Wooden Toy Storage Organizer

Sometimes, we also want storage items that can fit into our room decor. If a bright color piece of plastic storage furniture may seem out of place, you can check out wooden toy storage organizers. Many toy chests and bins are made of wood, especially if you prefer enclosed storage to keep out dusts.

Left: Little Tikes Mission Design Storage Center

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Storage Ottoman Ideas

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Storage ottoman comes in various shapes - cube, rectangular or round. Depending on your needs and what you want to store, you can consider these storage ottomans below.

Storage Ottoman With Snack Tray

Such a furniture is practical if you have space constraints and don't want to make your living room too crammed up with a coffee table. There are many ottoman designs now that use this simple concept of a reversible tray for snacks and drinks and with storage space below.

Right: Tray Ottoman Cube Storage

Storage Ottoman With Coffee Table

Left: Black Vinyl Storage Ottoman With Coffee Table

A storage ottoman with a coffee table means you can offer guests an extra seat or two with a convenient space to put drinks. For instance, if you have a big living room, such an ottoman can be placed in a corner or along the wall.

Depending on what you want to store, it is also advisable to check if there are compartments provided in the storage space. If you have many small articles to keep, compartments may be ideal but if what you have are big items like quilt and pillows, compartments may well be an obstacle.

Ottoman With CD And DVD Storage

If you have CDs and DVDs lying around the house and at the same time is looking for an extra seat for your room, you can get a storage ottoman that has specialized compartment for your discs. More often than not, our discs collection can only grow and over time, what is needed is more room for them, not less.

Right: CD/DVD Storage Ottoman

Large Storage Ottoman With Lift Top

Lorraine Black Leather Storage Bench

A large ottoman with a lift top is always good to store big items such as pillows and blankets. Depending on the space that you have, a large storage ottoman can be a very functional piece of furniture to keep all your big items that you may not be able to fit into your cupboards.

Storage ottomans range in prices depending on whether they are made of leather, fabric, rattan or other materials. You would also have to consider the sizes and whether it would make a good fit into your existing decor. Apart from that, bear in mind that square and rectangular ottomans would always be more practical for storage compared to round ones.

Outdoor Storage Bench

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Below are some outdoor storage bench ideas. Depending on the type of materials used for their construction, outdoor storage benches can vary greatly in prices. While wooden storage benches are popular, you need to consider the maintenance aspect as well apart from the cost.

Outdoor Resin Storage Bench

The advantage of this type of bench is it doesn't require any maintenance. Usually, an outdoor resin storage bench is also more affordable compared to wooden benches of similar size. Whether you are placing it in the garden or pool area, it can be used to store game equipment, pool and other garden items.

Right: Step2 Outdoor Storage Bench

Outdoor Wicker Storage Bench

Left: Vento Rectangular Wicker Storage Bench

A wicker storage bench is great for the outdoor area to store pool accessories. While you can get some wicker storage benches pretty cheaply, you have to ensure that they are able to withstand the elements. Otherwise, before long, you might notice cracks and splits in your wicker bench if it is not made of good quality.

Cheap Outdoor Storage Bench

Right: Sports Storage Bench

If all you want is a cheap outdoor storage bench to keep balls and other game equipment, you can always buy a simple one to keep everything in one location. You don't need an expensive storage bench to make your garden look neat and tidy. A cheap one can also serve such a purpose pretty well.

Outdoor Wooden Storage Bench

Left: Igloo Wood Storage Bench and Beverage Cooler

Like most furniture, the price of a outdoor wooden storage bench would depend on the type of wood used. For instance, a teak bench would cost much more than a pine one. There are also wooden outdoor storage benches that come with a beverage cooler which makes a great furniture for summer garden or pool parties.

Different Types Of Outdoor Storage Benches

If you go through outdoor storage benches, you will find that there are those with a lid that lifts up, those with drawers and those with doors. Think of what you want to store and then only decide what kind of storage bench you should buy.

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Padded Storage Benches

Padded Storage Benches

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Below are some comfortable padded storage benches that you can place in your home. A padded bench offers an extra seat for guests and it can also be placed along the hallway or a corner to provide a homely feel. Sometimes, a padded bench can also make an area look less plain.

What type of padded storage bench to buy will depends on what you intend to store.

Padded Storage Bench For Shoes

If you are planning to store shoes, then you can consider a padded bench with open shoe storage space. Buy one with drawers at the top to enable you to put all your small items. If you are placing the bench near the entryway, the drawers will come in handy to store your keys, coins and wallets.

Right: Craftsman Storage Bench With Open Shoe Storage

Padded Storage Bench With Baskets

Left: Bench With Three Storage Baskets

If you don't want enclosed storage, then you can have a padded bench with storage baskets. Baskets are practical to store things like toys, shoes and magazines. Because baskets are portable, you should buy such a storage bench if you constantly need to move your storage items about the house.

Padded Storage Bench With Doors

If you prefer to keep your things completely hidden from view, get a padded storage bench with doors. For instance, you may have files or papers to store. However, if what you want to store are odds and ends, then a padded storage bench with doors might leave you a little disorganized. A storage bench with drawers would suit your needs better if you want to store all your small items.

Right: Mission-Style Three-Door Storage Bench

Padded Storage Bench With Drawers

Left: Mission-Style Bench With Four-Plus-Four Drawers

A bench with drawers is an excellent way to keep all the bits and pieces lying about your home. Pens, paper clips, stationeries, batteries, scissors can all be kept neatly organized if you have a few drawers to spare. And this is where a padded storage bench with drawers will help towards a tidier home.

Entryway Storage Bench And Ideas

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When we enter our home, it is certainly nice to have an entryway storage bench or rack to leave our coats, shoes and umbrellas. Below are some entryway storage ideas that you can consider.

Entryway Storage Bench

One of the most common furniture you can find in the entryway would be a bench. Many people would put a shoe bench at their entrance but you can also look for storage chests that double up as a bench if you are thinking of storing other things apart from footwear.

Right: Shoe Storage Bench

Entryway Storage Rack

A storage rack is very practical as you can hang up your coat as you enter your home. An entryway storage rack can be plain and simple or elegant with a built-in mirror. You also have to take into account the size of your entrance area before buying a storage rack. If the area is small and narrow, you might be better off with a storage shelf instead.

Left: Hall Tree Storage Bench

Entryway Storage Shelf

Right: Cubbie Shelf for Entryway

A space saving idea, an entryway storage shelf can be mounted on the wall. It may not be able to store as much as a storage rack or bench, but what matters is that you can have some room to put your coats and other items. At least, that would help you to keep your things organized around the house.

Entryway Organizer

If you don't particularly fancy a storage rack or shelf, you can get yourself an entryway organizer. Unlike a storage rack, an entryway organizer can have storage space both at the top and the bottom with a space for clothes in between which enables you to separate your items and keep them better organized.

Left: Entryway Organizer

Cedar Storage Chests

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A cedar storage chest may be a little expensive but it is also a good investment that may lasts a lifetime. Furthermore, cedar chests may not only be used for storage but they can also act as a bench or coffee table. This would enable you to optimize the use of the furniture and if you have space constraints, such a cedar chest would be a good choice for your living room.

Cedar Storage Chest With Seat Cushion

A cedar chest with padded seating can be positioned next to your couch in your living room to offer an extra seat for guests. Many of these cedar chests come in various designs and colors which you can choose from to match your existing furniture.

Right: Cedar Chest With Upholstered Seat

Cedar Storage Chest As Coffee Table

Left: Mission Cedar Chest - Oak

Want storage room that can also be a practical piece of furniture? Then, take a look at cedar or even other beautifully crafted storage chests. One of those is what you can put in the center of your living room and pass it off as a coffee table.

If you are moving into a new home, this is one of those things you can do to create some storage space while at the same time saving yourself some money. Alternatively, you can also buy a smaller chest and make it as a side table.

Cedar Storage Chest - Other Purposes

Needless to say, most people require a chest to store quilts and blankets. If you require one for this purpose, you can probably buy one that fits as part of your bedroom decor. (Right: Hand Painted Pine Cedar Chest)

Other practical places to put a chest include the hallway and main entrance. Most of the time, we can never really have too much storage space and more is definitely better than less.

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Treasure Chest As Storage Box

Treasure Chest As Storage Box

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For storage purposes, a chest is always a practical solution. But if you find most chests to be a rectangle box with sharp ends, then you can consider a treasure chest.

Treasure Chest For A Toy Box

Pirate's Treasure Toy Chest

For those with small kids, it is inevitable that toys will start to pile up after a while. And with more toys, it also means you need to find the space to store them. Most kids will love a treasure chest and it is one way to store up all the toys that might otherwise litter the floor.

Tip: If you buy a treasure chest to be used as a toy box, it is always advisable to buy one with a safety hinge, especially if your kids are still fairly young.

Treasure Chest As Bedroom Furniture

Can't find the space for extra blankets, pillows and such but don't want to fork out too much for a cupboard? A treasure chest in this instance is a good complement because often, it is easy to blend with most bedroom decor. Unlike a cupboard or a chest of drawers, you can put a treasure chest at the foot of your bed and chances are it will still turn out alright.

Rattan Treasure Chest

Treasure Chest As Decorative Furniture

Antique Treasure Chests

Sometimes, you may have precious items to store such as keepsakes and old photos but keep them elsewhere and they may be forgotten or end up being misplaced. One of the storage solutions is to get a beautiful treasure chest that you can put in the living room and place those items inside. It is practical in a way because you won't have to rummage through your drawers should you want to share old photos or other treasured items with family and friends who drop by.

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Unique DVD Storage Cabinets

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DVD storage cabinets need not be the usual plain wooden type. Below are a few unique DVD storage cabinets to match the theme of your home. Sometimes, a unique piece of furniture can be the central focus of a room and invites conversation from guests.

For instance, a rare design can make others marvel over its uniqueness. It can be a statement to be different or merely a fondness for a particular theme.

Nowadays, there are many varied designs of cabinets and those with an Oriental feel is making its way into the market, including DVD and CD cabinets. Whether such furniture will be a good complement to your room will depends very much on the overall decor of your home.

Chinese Design Enchanted Ladies Oriental CD/DVD Cabinet

Apart from being bold and different, a storage cabinet also needs to be sturdy and long-lasting. A collection of discs can be very heavy and if you want a stylish DVD storage cabinet, you also have ensure it is of reasonable quality.

Left: Phone Booth Cabinet

Lastly, you can have something unique but it does not necessarily mean it needs to stand out as it can overwhelm the room. A DVD storage cabinet should be a nice decor item that fits in beautifully, not something that seems out of place.

Right: Japanese Design CD/DVD Cabinet

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DVD Storage Furniture Ideas

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Investing in a DVD storage furniture is necessary if you want to keep your home free of clutter. Otherwise, you will have discs lying all over the place and in various drawers that you will have a hard time looking for a particular disc. In fact, once you purchased a DVD storage furniture and begin putting your discs in it, you will be amazed at the amount of discs that you have collected over the years.

DVD Storage Furniture - Space Savers

Double Floating Wall CD/DVD Storage

If you have space constraints, one idea you can consider is to have a wall DVD storage furniture. Mounted on the wall, you don't have to worry about cramming in another piece of furniture into your living room.

The other option is to have a slim rack or tower that goes high up which you can put in a corner or just about anywhere along the wall.

There are now many designs for this type of storage furniture from modern wire racks to spinning towers.

Right: DVD Wave Tower/Wall Mount Storage Rack

Adjustable DVD Storage Furniture

Such furniture is practical because more often than not, our songs and video collection will also include VHS tapes and odd-sizes packaging. If you are planning to house all your audio and video collection in one DVD storage cabinet, then you will need adjustable shelves.

Right: Audio Video Storage Cabinet

Elegant DVD Storage Cabinet

If elegance defines your room, then you would need a piece of DVD storage cabinet that can blend in with the decor. Most DVD storage furniture are simple pieces but if you willing to pay a little extra, you can get one which stands out beautifully.

Left: Solid Wood CD/DVD Cabinet

Large DVD Storage Furniture

If you have a really large collection of CDs and DVDs that the common-sized cabinet wouldn't fit, then you will probably require this type that can hold up to 1,050 CDs or 504 DVDs.

Right: CD/DVD/VHS Huge Glass Sliding Door Cabinet

DVD Storage Furniture With Locking Doors

If you need to deter kids from exploring your precious DVD collection, then you would want a DVD storage furniture with locking doors. Keep them hidden and you will save yourself some headaches.

Left: Locking Double Wide Media Storage Cabinet

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About Storage Furniture

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Storage Furniture is a site dedicated to providing storage ideas for a variety of situations. I came up with the idea about this site when realization dawned on me that my home is in a real mess with stuff all over the place.

Actually, I used to be a very neat and tidy person, until my son came along. For those who are parents, I'm sure you know the mess that comes about with having a young kid at home. Sometimes, I feel that his stuff is much more than the stuff of my husband and mine combined!

So, the need to storage. Storage for toys which are probably quite enough for us to open up a small toy store. Storage for clothes that my son has outgrown. Storage for my pregnancy clothes which are still taking up space in my already packed wardrobe. Storage for old CDs and DVDs which we can no longer find the time to listen or watch. Well, you get my point.

It came a point that I couldn't stand it any longer and began the quest to look for storage furniture and solutions. And that was when I found that there are many unique storage furniture and ideas out there that could help me to declutter. With the time that I have spent looking for storage ideas, I thought why not share them here.

That was how this Storage Furniture site came about. I hope you find the storage ideas herein useful to help you to get organized around your own home. If you have a tip or two or just want to share your experience, feel free to leave your comments for any of the articles here.

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