When moving into a new home, the last thing you want is for it to feel cluttered. You might be moving into a smaller home from your present location, and you may be thinking of the best storage solutions. We’ve got a guide to help you, ensuring you have everything you need, whilst sacrificing as little as possible with the space you have. For more detailed advice, check out our Moving Home Checklist to help you stay organized and reduce stress.
Make Use of the Under Stairs Space
If you have the permission and the budget, turning your undersides into a storage area is a great way to implement further storage space in your home. This is not necessarily revolutionary, but instead of just throwing any old thing under the stairs out of sight, why not transform your under stairs into accessible and organized storage? This could be to store footwear, create an office space, or even a private space for your dog. If you’re still figuring out your moving strategy, our article on What to Look for When Finding a Removal Company may be useful.
Fun and Friendly Child Storage
If you’re moving home with children, you may be worrying about where to store all their belongings, including toys! Children have a lot of stuff and organizing it so that it declutters your home can be a challenge. If you’re struggling for storage space with your children’s belongings, a cabin bed is the ideal bed choice for their rooms. Every child loves a play den, which is exactly what you can do with a cabin bed. Plus, they also double up as an area to put toys and even a desk. For more tips on moving with kids, check out our guide on Moving House with Children.
Multi-functional furniture is also a great way to create more storage in your home. Use ottomans that double as storage compartments. They’re perfect for storing blankets, magazines, or even kids’ toys.
Garage Spaces
Garage spaces often get neglected and many of us are guilty of it. We admit, garage spaces are the perfect place for storing things without having to find other storage solutions. However, if used incorrectly, you could find another mission on your hands. If you’re looking to use your garage as a storage space, it’s important to keep it organized. For more general moving tips, don’t miss out on our article on Top Tips for a Smooth Transition to Your New Home.
Garages can sometimes end up being a dumping ground and a place to store all those things you ‘re not sure you may or may not need. Before you finalize where your items are going to be stored, it’s good practice to have a clear-out of all your belongings, deciding which to keep, donate, or sell. This will also save up some much-needed additional space too. Once you’ve decided what items to keep, getting some durable storage units and shelving would be a great addition to your garage space.
Other Storage Ideas
Over-the-door shoe racks can not only be used for storing your shoes but also cleaning supplies, accessories, or even bathroom products.
Create a cozy reading nook with a window seat that has built-in storage underneath.
Install floating shelves on walls to store books, decor, or kitchenware. This keeps items off counters and tables, reducing clutter.
If you need more advice on how to make the most out of your space, our Moving Home on a Budget article could offer you some practical ideas.
Self Storage
It can be overwhelming moving all your belongings at once and flustering about where to store it all. When moving home, you may want to hire a self-storage unit to temporarily keep your furniture and belongings prior to you deciding on where to keep everything. This will give you a chance to organize your home slowly and effectively. This is also good practice if you are moving into a smaller property or don’t have the luxury of having a garage.
If you are looking for secure self-storage, we can help! To read more about how self-storage can help during your move, check out our article on Sustainable Packaging Materials for Your Move for eco-friendly packing solutions that reduce clutter.