10 Under Bed Storage Ideas To Keep Your Bedroom Tidy
Do you need more space in your bedroom? One option you might not have considered is creating space under the bed. These under-bed storage ideas could transform how you organize your bedroom.
There are so many ways to get organized at home that under-the-bed storage might not be something you have considered. You have been missing out if that’s the case!
Let’s consider the different types of products we can use to store items under our bed. There are things we don’t need daily and options that will allow us to grab something quickly and easily.
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What Options Are There For Under Bed Storage?
There are so many different options let’s check out the best 10 options you can buy.
1. Storage With Wheels
Getting anything you need from under the bed, storage with wheels is going to make it so much easier. The problem is the height of your space under your bed and the overall height of the wheeled storage.
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2. Vacuuming Packing Bags
To maximize your space under your bed a great option is vacuum bags. These are bags that you place the items in and then suck out the air. One word of warning, if you have pets and they go under the bed they can break the bags. My cat has done this to the vacuum bags I had!
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3. Under Bed Plastic Boxes
If you have pets and you don’t want holes in everything you do have a couple of options. Under-bed plastic boxes are great. You can get them with wheels on or just a simple box you slide under your bed. But, you are limited to space, you can’t put more in them if you want to shut the lids.
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4. Fabric Bags
You can buy a lot of different styles of fabric bags that you can store clothes in. Having clear sides will make it easier to find what you are looking for. I like the low-profile option of this fabric bag.
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5. Fabric Boxes With Lids
The softness of fabric but with the ridged shape of a box. The prettiness of this fabric boxes is high. But you are limited with how much you can put in the box and still shut the lid. There are no catches to prevent the lid from being lifted whilst under the bed. And for me, it’s calling for spiders to get in and hide!
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6. Open Wire Baskets On Wheels
If you need to access things daily then these wire baskets with wheels are great. They are easy to access what is stored inside.
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7. Under Bed Drawers
If you are looking for aesthetics in the room then having what looks like a drawer is perfect. Under-bed drawers can be made to look like part of the bed rather than storage.
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8. Beds With Drawers Built In
If you need more storage in the bedroom a bed with drawers is made is a great option. The only downside to this is the quality of the drawers, often they are not the best. This one has wire baskets so is going to be stronger than most.
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9. Lift Up Bed
A lift-up bed is going to give you the biggest space that you can see for organizing your under-bed storage. However, don’t get too excited. To keep this space organized and clutter-free you are going to need some sort of organizing storage too. Most of the time this under-bed storage goes directly onto your bedroom floor. It’s not an enclosed space but more of an easy access to what would normally be hidden.
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10. Bed Risers
If you need more space under the bed then you could opt for bed risers. They do what they say they do and lift the bed off the floor.
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Is Under Bed Storage A Good Idea?
There are good reasons for under-bed storage. But there are also valid reasons why it might not be a great idea.
The Cons Of Under Bed Storage:
- It can quickly become a mess
- It’s not easy to access unless you have a lift-up bed
- If you put damp stuff under the bed it can attract mold to grow
- It can get very dusty
The Pros Of Under Bed Storage:
- Great space when storage is limited
- Hiding gifts and out-of-season items it’s perfect for
- Space that is often wasted and when storage is limited it makes sense
How To Create A Streamlined Under Bed Space
When you want something that looks good and functions well you need to have a plan. One that highlights what you are storing and how you are going to store them.
What you use for storage is the key to making any under-bed storage work for you and look great.
Using containers that have a uniform look will make the area look great. Seeing inside with a window is helpful if you can’t find what you are looking for. However, some of these storage options won’t give a streamlined look.
How do I organize my storage under my bed?
The most important thing you need to do is have a list of what is under your bed. Also, labeling the storage containers with the contents.
The easiest way is to label everything. I use my label maker to make the labels to stick onto the container. I also have an inventory list of what is under the bed and the box they are in.
This list is stored in the family binder. It’s a great way to look for items without having to pull everything out.
There is nothing worse than pulling everything out from under the bed only to find that what you are looking for isn’t there.
How do I maximize my under-bed space?
Maximizing the space will require you to have a plan for what is going under the bed. Knowing when you will need an item, and if you are going to have easy access are important points to consider.
The items you won’t need must go in a box or a bag with a zip. They need to be placed in an area that isn’t easy to grab and farther away. Items you need more frequently are going into the middle area of your under-bed storage. This leaves a place for things that are needed daily that will go at the very edge of your bed.
It’s a bit like creating zones under your bed where you can place items depending on when you need them.
How do I keep my storage under my bed clean?
With this area being directly under your bed, there are going to be a lot of dust particles. If you are pulling things out and using them daily, maybe not so many.
If you don’t use the items daily then you must consider the covered options for storage. For example: bins with lids, and bags that are zipped up.
If you access items daily from under your bed, having a lid or zip might not be the best solution. It’s also going to become more difficult to maintain long-term.
More Resources For Beds & Bedrooms
There is so much to think about when it comes to our bedrooms. Looking after them to keep them clean and user-friendly, check out the resources below.
- Simple And Affordable Bedding Storage Ideas You Will Love
- How To Reduce Dust Mites In The Bedroom?
- How To Steam Clean Your Mattress
- Why You Should Vacuum Your Mattress
