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14 Easy Tips for Deep Pantry Organization

These tips make the most of deep shelves in the pantry

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Grace Gallagher

Grace Gallagher

Grace Gallagher is a lifestyle expert and writer with five years of experience covering home furnishings, storage, and organization. She has also written for Greatist, Veracity Selfcare, Brit + Co, and others. Grace also taught creative writing workshops in Portland, Oregon.

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Published on 09/29/22

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When it comes to pantry storage, it's easy to think the bigger the better, especially if you love to collect ingredients or have a lot of mouths to feed. While it's definitely helpful to have a large pantry when it comes to kitchen organization, a pantry with deep shelves can be tricky sometimes, as it's easy to lose track of what's toward the back. These deep pantry storage ideas will help you make the most of your space without letting that additional shelf space go to waste.

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By Tara King

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Knowing how to organize deep pantry shelves efficiently will make a huge difference to your pantry. One thing deep pantry shelves don’t lack is space – they can house an awful lot of 'stuff'. While this is great in terms of storage, it does mean they can easily descend into a dumping ground for kitchen clutter if not organized properly. 

When organizing a kitchen, deep pantry shelves require a little extra planning. Packing them full may feel like a good use of space but trust us when we say taking a minimal approach is the best way to maximize their usefulness. 

Having an efficient food storage system in place has its own set of benefits – relaxed cooking and less food waste, for a start – while easy access to other staples (food processors, platters, cake stands, linens, etc) should result in a smoother-running kitchen overall. 

If you are looking for pantry ideas that can help you organize deep pantry shelves, we have plenty of expert tips below.

How to organize deep pantry shelves

We’ve spoken to the experts about organizing a pantry and gathered some of the easiest ways to organize deep pantry shelves, from pantry storage ideas to decluttering tips, to help you keep your pantry staples orderly, organized and always close to hand. They’re tips that will prove useful for laundry room organization and organizing a utility room with deep shelves, too.

1. Make a plan  

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Start with a clear out of pantry shelving. ‘When organizing deep pantry shelves, decluttering is the best place to start. Go through every tin, packet, jar and bottle and get rid of anything past its sell-by date or that you really won’t use at all (ensuring you recycle what you can). Do the same for kitchen items, too. That way you’re only left with what you need to put back, and you can start to assign locations. 

‘I recommend using sticky notes to quickly jot down where you think things might go before you actually replace them, it helps you to get an overall holistic view of your storage situation’, says Heather Hoerzen, design editor at Havenly .

2. Choose pull-out storage 

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 ‘If you can upgrade to mounted drawers inside deep pantry shelving, it's a game changer’, says Betsy Moyer, founder of The Estate of Things . ’You'll see so much more of what you store. And we all know the key to succeed in properly utilizing your pantry storage is visibility.’

Or use baskets and bins or transparent containers, including those you’ve set aside as a result of organizing Tupperware – this performs the same function as organizing kitchen drawers, and they have added benefit of being able to pull right out, particularly useful for higher up shelving. 

You can then set them down on a counter and have a proper rifle through – essentially a removable drawer,’ says Ann Lightfoot, co-founder of Done & Done Home . They’re ideal for grouping smaller like-items – think organizing spices – that would otherwise get lost at the back of a cabinet.

When organizing pantry drawers, particularly deep ones, use kitchen organizers such as dividers or bespoke inserts to keep everything neatly categorized.

Pantry door ideas, like the one above, can complement deep pantry shelves, allowing you to store smaller items efficiently.

3. Reserve lower shelves for heavier items

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Deep pantry shelves are ideal for storing sizeable items of cookware, organizing pots and pans, and stashing appliances or large bags of overfill foods, as the space between top and bottom allows cooks to reach inside easily and access heavier items, reducing the risk of potential accidents. 

‘If it’s heavy, store it low, says Richard Davonport, managing director at Davonport . ‘It sounds simple, but you really don’t want to be accessing heavy items overhead.’ 

When deciding exactly what goes where, assign the heaviest items to shelves that are reachable without stretching up or bending down – similarly to how you would when organizing kitchen cabinets. 

4. And store seldom-used items up high 

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Higher up deep pantry shelving should be reserved for those items that are rarely used – think cocktail straws for parties, cookie cutters for Christmas, and so on.  

Try to avoid putting delicate items such as glass jars or appliances on high shelves to avoid any unnecessary breakages.

5. Enlist pantry helpers 

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Deep pantry shelves may offer plenty of space, but they need to be organized properly in order to make the best of it. From wire-racks and bins to carousels and risers, investing pantry organizers can make all the difference. Think about exactly what you want to store on the shelf and which would most benefit you.  

‘Tinned food can be placed on a shelf to the back atop risers to allow you to see what you have without digging through several layers of cans, and clear containers stacked underneath are really helpful to easily spot what you need without rummaging’, says Stephanie Nixon, kitchen designer at Neptune . 

6. Stack food in height order

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It’s tempting to put items at the front as you’ve just used them, but this results in smaller items getting lost and forgotten, particularly when organizing deep pantry shelves. Stacking in height order allows you to see what you’ve got clearly and helps you to avoid knocking things over when you’re reaching all the way back.  

7. Pay attention to use-by dates  

Position items according to how soon they’re due to go off. This is the way it’s done in supermarkets to ensure customers buy the stock going out of date first.  Professional organizer Brenda Scott of Tidy My Space refers to this as the ‘FIFO’ method: 

‘Think first in first out… when you purchase an item it goes to the back of the grouping so the item with the nearest expiration date always remains at the front,’ she says.

8. Create eye-pleasing displays  

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Decorative kitchen storage ideas can make a huge difference to your pantry’s look and feel, so creating a stylish display is vital when organizing deep pantry shelves, particularly if they’re open or have glass doors. 

To keep shelves looking neat, tidy and mindfully arranged, organize them by grouping items into clusters of odd numbers, ideally three items, and add different heights and sizes in each cluster.  

Baskets offer a practical way of storing your unsightly pantry items, while maintaining a neat and tidy aesthetic. Similarly, decanting dried goods in neatly labelled glass jars makes for a stylish display, plus you can see when stocks are running low at a quick glance. There’s also no risk of packets opening and spilling everywhere – never an easy clean-up job, and even less so on deep shelves.

Labels aren’t just practical; they add style and character to your pantry, too. Consider chalkboard labels for jars and luggage tags for baskets. 

9. Store appliances on deep pantry shelves  

When organizing kitchen countertops, minimalism is key, particularly now when dual-purpose kitchen/entertaining spaces are more popular than ever. The fewer appliances you have out on show, the better. 

‘Deep pantry shelves are perfect for housing small appliances such as kettles, toasters and coffee machines, freeing up valuable workspace,’ says Will Lyne, lead designer and owner of Christopher Peters Kitchens & Interiors .  

Emma Cowburn, kitchen designer at Harvey Jones agrees, and adds: ‘Consider having them fitted with sockets at the back so you can plug and use the appliances where they are, then simply close the doors on any clutter.’  

10. Don’t be tempted to overload 

By their very nature, deep pantry shelves can house a lot of 'stuff'. It’s tempting to fill the space – particularly if you’re organizing a small kitchen, but it’s not conducive to effective storage overall. 

‘Deep pantry shelves are handy for hiding away lots of clutter, but that doesn’t necessarily make them user-friendly,’ advises Richard. ‘If your non-stick frying pan is always hiding underneath five other saucepans of various shapes and sizes it will be frustrating every time you need to use it, so try to give each item its own space, particularly ones you use every day.’ 

How do I organize narrow and deep pantry shelves? 

Reserve narrow and deep pantry shelves for smaller items and use transparent containers or baskets to group them. Be sure to measure the height and width of the shelf before deciding on pull out storage – you ideally want a snug fit, so you’re not left with dead space at the back. Label each container clearly so you can pull one out – like a removable drawer, find what you need, and slide it back in again.

You could also consider installing a tall, slim rack for wine storage.

How do you organize a deep corner pantry?  

Fitting pantry shelves is a brilliant way to make the most of an unused corner in your kitchen – opt for floating styles rather than ones fitted with brackets to utilize space. 

Pantry organizers are your best friend in a deep corner pantry. Stack risers along the shelves and store tinned goods on top, with overflows tucked underneath. As you use the tins, always replace the one on top of the riser so you know where you’re looking next time. Make the most of open corner space with carousel storage – easy access to condiments, spices, oils and other bottled items.  

Get rid of packaging to save on space and decant dried goods into clear, glass jars that sit snugly side by side. Make sure the taller items go towards the back, so you don’t end up knocking things over as you reach in and keep most frequently used items – and those with closer expiry dates – near the front. 

For 10 years, Tara King worked as a Content Editor in the magazine industry, before leaving to become freelance, covering interior design, wellbeing, craft and homemaking. As well as writing for Ideal Home, Style at Home, Country Homes & Interiors, Tara’s keen eye for styling combined with a passion for creating a happy – and functional – family home has led to a series of organization and cleaning features for H&G. 

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Spacious, bright apartment with panoramic windows that offer amazing views of the sea or mountains, a huge living room, several bedrooms, a spacious dressing room, a bathroom that can easily fit both a Jacuzzi and a shower cabin, a giant hall with a full-length mirror and a large closet, wide corridors . .. A real ideal home, where there is enough space for all the necessary things, and each family member has his own separate room. nine0003

Dreamed? And now let's get back to our small apartments with an area of ​​​​30-40 square meters, "Khrushchev", "vest", cramped kitchens, tiny bathrooms and narrow corridors. The main problem of small apartments is the need to place a lot of things on such a small area and equip several zones, organize comfortable sleeping places and, in the end, make housing cozy and comfortable. Very often we forget that interior design is not only beauty and originality, but also practicality, and it is simply impossible to make a house functional without arranging storage places. nine0003

How to most effectively organize a storage system in a small apartment, where literally every centimeter is counted?

Such a spacious wardrobe can accommodate a huge amount of clothes, shoes and useful little things, but it will not fit in every room

Storeroom

"Happy" owners of apartments in typical "Khrushchev" apartments are well aware of such a concept as a pantry - a small, narrow room without windows, which is usually used as a warehouse for old things, an ironing board, a vacuum cleaner, and so on. Some owners decide to expand the living space by demolishing the wall separating the pantry from the living room or bedroom, but this option is far from always possible. In addition, the demolition of a wall, albeit not a bearing one, is already a redevelopment that needs to be coordinated with the BTI. nine0003

Meanwhile, this narrow room can be quite easily turned into a real dressing room and get rid of the need to install a huge closet in the living room, which will take up precious square meters.

Preliminarily, everything superfluous is thrown out of the pantry, cosmetic repairs are carried out - you can stick very inexpensive wallpaper or just paint the walls, and then you have to contact a furniture company and order shelves, drawers and fixtures that will be created according to individual sizes. nine0003

You will be surprised how many useful things can be placed on an area of ​​just two square meters with the right organization of space! For example, pipes on which outerwear will hang can be hung in two rows - one above the other, children's things will fit perfectly below, and long coats and raincoats above.

A surprisingly large number of shelves and drawers fit into the cramped space of a former pantry, so there is simply no need for another place to store clothes nine0003

In this case, the dressing room was organized in one of the corners of the bedroom, becoming a very spacious storage space. Unfortunately, this option can only be applied in an almost square room; it will not work to equip a corner wardrobe in a narrow and elongated one.

Hallway

It is also impossible to do without storage places in this usually very small room - somewhere you need to put shoes, outerwear, hang an umbrella and put the keys. If the hallway is very tiny, for example, 1.5 by 2 meters, then the closet in it, of course, will not fit. We have to solve the problem differently, using more compact, usually open storage systems. nine0003

A traditional hanger, that is, a plank with two or three hooks, will not satisfy the needs of the family - soon it will turn into a warehouse where things will hang on top of each other. So, when choosing a storage place for a small hallway, you should pay attention to modern developments and proposals.

Such a storage system will fit even in the smallest hallway, taking up a minimum of space and at the same time allowing you to store a large number of things - from hats to shoes nine0003

Another option for a small hallway is a shoe cabinet, the upper part of which turns into a soft seat - it is very convenient to put on shoes on such a cabinet, especially if there are small children in the family, and shoes will be stored at hand, in a dry and clean place.

Such a cabinet with drawers for shoes and a soft seat will decorate any hallway

For such an elegant and very beautiful wrought iron hanger, there will be a place in the smallest hallway, but it will hold very few things, only the most necessary things. The hallway will have to be supplemented with a cabinet for shoes and a shelf, then the task of providing a tiny room with storage will be solved nine0003

Bathroom

In terms of size, bathrooms in typical apartments can compete with storage rooms. In such a room, combined with a bathroom, it is simply unrealistic to install any wardrobe, but you need to store bathing accessories somewhere.

Corner hanging shelves for the bathroom will come to the rescue, and on the inside of the door you can and should hang hooks or shelves for towels and all kinds of little things.

Bathroom door can be turned into a real wardrobe with lots of shelves and hooks nine0003

The only drawback of such shelves is that all the items will be put on public display, and there are things that are better hidden from the guests who will definitely visit this room sooner or later. In this case, you can use the empty space that always remains under the bath, making one of the plates with which it is lined with removable.

For the inhabitants of Khrushchev who are still wondering why they need a window between the bathroom and the kitchen, this niche can be an excellent option to equip a small but spacious built-in wardrobe. Of course, you will have to order it according to individual sizes, but it will fit perfectly and allow you to place everything you need, except for large bath towels. And the facade can be chosen almost any, ideally suited to the interior of the room. From the side of the kitchen, the back wall of the cabinet is pasted over with wallpaper, painted in a common tone with the rest of the walls or tiled, becoming completely invisible. nine0003

Kitchen

In a tiny kitchen, storage space has to be arranged literally everywhere - above and below the work area, under the dining table, and so on. Fortunately, modern furniture manufacturers offer options such as rotating carousel shelves that make available any part of a deep corner cabinet, sliding shelves, behind which another niche opens, and many other devices that make life much easier for the hostess and allow four square meters in the kitchen. meters to arrange all the dishes and a small supply of food. nine0003

These sliding shelves significantly increase the usable area of ​​kitchen cabinets and allow you to store more dishes. By the way, narrow shelves and holders for cutting boards and pot lids are often attached to the doors, which is also very convenient.

A very attractive and convenient storage option in the kitchen, where the furniture is installed in the shape of the letter "L"

If the size and layout of the kitchen made it possible to install a small sofa here, then it is better to choose a model with a rising seat - the owners will have a spacious drawer for a large number of items that are not used daily. nine0003

Living room

Residents of small apartments, when buying sofas or beds, are forced to pay attention not only to their attractive appearance and quality, but also to the availability of additional storage space. Beds with spacious and comfortable drawers for linen can be both children's and doubles.

The space under the bed is usually empty anyway, so why not use it properly?

Sofa armrests can be turned into a minibar, a spacious box for magazines and newspapers and even a coffee table. And inside there is a large box for linen. nine0003

If there is a niche in the living room, for example, the remaining space from the moved doorway, it is impossible not to take advantage of this opportunity. Any niche can be decorated with shelves, beautifully decorated and turned into a storage place and design element.

Former closet doorway converted to bookshelf alcove

An even more cardinal way to solve the problem with storage space in a small apartment once and for all is to follow the path of the Japanese, who traditionally equip storage facilities in the floor and build a real podium in the apartment, where you can hide literally anything - from boxes for small items to a full-fledged sleeping place. nine0003

Multifunctional podium in the corner of the room - both a sleeping place and a spacious storage, a great alternative to a regular bed

And in this one-room apartment, a large double bed is completely hidden in the podium

By the way, in a small living room it is better not to install massive walls with closed facades that clutter up the space. You should prefer light, open shelves, let the boxes be located below, under the TV panel, and on top - bookshelves or open storage places for souvenirs, CDs and all kinds of little things. nine0003

Such a wall in the living room will fit a lot of objects, and it looks light and not at all cumbersome due to light wood and a large number of open shelves

It is clear that it is better to live in a spacious house and not worry at all about storing all the necessary things. However, if it so happened that your own apartment does not have a large living area, then you should take advantage of the opportunities of modern manufacturers who create custom-made furniture and offer new ways to turn a tiny house into a cozy home, where every thing has its place and order will always reign. . nine0003

Anna Sedykh, rmnt.ru

The main rule for the entire apartment is not to forget about such rarely used places as corners, space under the ceiling and above the door, as well as places under the bed and under kitchen cabinets. How to store things in a small apartment? Use multifunctional folding furniture and things like banquettes, ottomans, lift beds, furniture and drawers on wheels. Wherever possible, store items vertically so they take up less space. nine0003

Small apartment ideas: kitchen

This is where soft hanging sections come in handy, which you can find in abundance in stores and even sew yourself. For example, this one is for a small desktop dishwasher.


Keeping spices in the refrigerator is very convenient. Firstly, you don’t need to look into drawers or reach for lockers, you can immediately see what you have and what is already running out. Well, the main problem is being solved - there is still free space on the shelves!


See how much you can fit on one refrigerator wall!


If there is a small space between the refrigerator and the wall (15 cm is enough), you can build a pull-out rack by screwing furniture wheels to narrow shelves and attaching a handle on one side.

You can also equip a cabinet under the kitchen sink. Hang two rods on light curtain brackets available at home improvement stores to hold spare trash bags and, if needed, spare paper towels. nine0003


Mesh paper holders are a convenient replacement for large vegetable baskets.

Another option is to store vegetables in hanging laundry bags, which can be placed in any convenient place by simply hanging them on a hook.

If there is not enough space for a table in the kitchen, do not forget that there are options for folding tables. And the most compact are those that are attached to the wall. They do not take up space on the floor, either unfolded or folded. nine0003

When space is tight, any suitable surfaces should be used. Do you have a free cabinet wall? Excellent! Screw a lightweight railing onto it, buy some S-hooks, and store your kitchen utensils.

And, of course, a small kitchen cannot do without a magnetic bar. And you can place on it not only knives, but also any other kitchen utensils made of metal. The meaning is very simple - there will be more free space on the countertop.

Always try to buy items that are more compact and foldable. For example, such a folding grater is just a godsend for a miniature kitchen.

And another great example. Too narrow a cabinet for dishes, where everything can not fit? Screw a few hooks to the shelf, and you will have another row of dishes for mugs.

Small apartment bathroom ideas

Remember multifunctional furniture? It is needed in almost every bathroom. An inverted bar stool, for example, converts into a cosmetics shelf and heated towel rail. nine0002

Each room has a free space above the door. It must be used for shelves (open or closed). But do not forget that open shelves should look neat, and if they are filled with a lot of things, there will be a feeling of clutter. To hide such a mess, put a few closed boxes on the shelves and store everything in them. Little tip: when you buy towels for the bathroom, you don't have to choose all the colors you like. Settle on a certain range and one or two colors and always stick to them. This will make the room look neater. nine0003

And again we use hooks and roof rails. Photo left: With one hook on the wall, you can build an entire hanging rack. We use several buckets from IKEA, fastened together with a clothesline. Great place for makeup brushes, combs, tongs or curlers. Right photo: no room for towels? Attach them to the bathroom door. Moreover, you can use not only the upper part of the door leaf, but also the lower one!

nine0088 Ideas for a small bedroom What if the room is so small that there is only room for a bed? We take an idea from the kitchen and place a hanging table next to the bed. We get: a shelf for things that are needed at hand, a desktop for a computer and a coffee table for breakfast in bed!

Instead of a bedside table, for which there was no space, you can use hanging sections, fixing them to the mattress base with Velcro.

nine0002 Properly organizing the storage of things can be problematic in any apartment, and even in a small apartment it can turn into a nightmare. But a reasonable and correct organization can visually enlarge your home. Yes, and to live in such an apartment, of course, is more convenient and freer.

My apartment is small, and this has its undeniable advantages: the rent is lower, cleaning is easier. But there is not enough storage space catastrophically! We do not have pantries, and the only mezzanine was dismantled many years ago during repairs. Therefore, one has to show considerable ingenuity in order to find a place for each little thing and maintain a visible order at home. nine0003

The main secret to avoiding a mess in a small apartment is to find as much useful, but not always obvious, storage space as possible. Here are some practical tips on how to do this.

1. Throw away the excess

This is probably the basic rule for organizing any premises, and even more so for small ones! No matter how carefully your belongings are stored, you should always strive to reduce, or at least not increase, their number. nine0003

Always remember the two golden rules:

- We bring one thing, we take out one thing . Which means: if you bought a new pair of shoes, then, for sure, there is at least one old pair at home that you can donate.

- Every day we take out at least one little thing (in addition to food waste - they do not count). Yes, an empty shampoo bottle and a toy car without one wheel are direct candidates for throwing away.

2. Store a minimum amount of items on exposed surfaces nine0144

First of all, we are talking about tables, bedside tables, window sills, etc. If you really have to store something, say, on a table, then store these items in some kind of aesthetically pleasing container to limit their free movement on the surface.

And remember that too many things visually “eat up” the space, creating a feeling of clutter. And this is unacceptable for small apartments.

3. Make the most of the entire wall area nine0144

By following this rule, you can free precious centimeters and even meters of the floor, tables and other horizontal surfaces from things. So the room will appear larger.

Shelves of all shapes and types, a variety of hooks, hangers, wall organizers will help you get the maximum benefit.

Do not forget, by the way, about the distance between the cabinets and the ceiling or floor.

For example, in my room there is the only closet in the apartment. In height to the ceiling, it does not reach about 10 centimeters, and these centimeters are used by me as mezzanines: I keep very rarely used things on the closet, for example, Christmas tree decorations and appliance boxes, for which the warranty has not yet ended. nine0003

Also keep an eye on the interior surfaces and cabinet doors. You can always increase the cabinet capacity using the same hooks and additional shelves that are attached to vertical surfaces. Another way is various organizers that can be hung on a barbell.

4. Choose shelves over cabinets

Shelves are the perfect solution to win precious inches of storage without sacrificing the floor space. nine0003

Firstly, the shelves make the space visually much less heavy, which is very important for small spaces.

Secondly, and no less important, they allow you to use the entire area of ​​the walls as efficiently as possible. After all, it is the shelves that can be placed in the most unexpected and, it would seem, “inconvenient places”. For example, in the corner of the room or under the ceiling.

And then, you will not keep any unaesthetic rubbish on the shelves, which will once again motivate you to critically evaluate the items that you store. nine0003

5. Choose furniture wisely

You may love triple sofas that can accommodate all guests, massive dining tables and easy chairs, but, alas, this is not the best choice. With such furniture, your small apartment will look even smaller.

Instead, opt for a 2-seater sofa and an extendable table in case you have guests dropping by. In this situation, folding chairs that can be folded and removed when not needed will also help you out. nine0003

Consider purchasing a loft bed. Then you can sleep on the “upper floor”, and put a desktop, a small closet, a sofa downstairs, thereby almost doubling the usable space of the room.

For very small spaces, a wardrobe-bed is an excellent choice.

When and where possible, favor multifunctional furniture. It is desirable that one of the functions be the storage of things :).

For example:

The pouffe can be used both as a seat and as a table (if you put a tray on it), and for storing things. nine0003

A coffee table with shelves or drawers will serve the same purpose.

Many things can be stored under the bed. For example, seasonal clothes, or household items, like spare light bulbs. Use containers on wheels for this. If the bed is not high enough, you can place wooden blocks under the legs and thereby adjust the height of the bed to find the perfect balance between comfort and utility.

The secretary is an ideal workplace for a small apartment. nine0003

In order to rationally use the space at home, it is not enough to buy a wardrobe - you need to properly store it inside. There are several simple ways to compactly fold things in a closet so that it is organized.

Before proceeding with the correct placement of things, it is necessary to think about the internal organization of the wardrobe space. The ideal solution would be to design a product strictly for your needs. Everyone knows what and where it is convenient for him to store. If there is no opportunity to make custom-made furniture, choose modular systems. nine0003

Here are some tips on how to beautifully and competently plan the interior of the closet:

  • give up old things. Review the wardrobe completely, most likely there will be a lot of unused clothes;
  • if there is no closet, try to zone the room. Allocate some space for storing clothes and place racks with shelves there. The best option is to organize such a place in the bedroom;
  • Access to shoe boxes must be quick. Stick stickers on them, where the names of the shoes will be written with a note of their color; nine0266
  • choose thin metal hangers in order to compactly fold things on the coat hanger. They will not take up much space and will withstand a large load;
  • to beautifully fold T-shirts, bedding or other things - sort them by color;
  • narrow height shelves will help to compactly fold bed linen.

Don't forget to equip the cabinet with lighting for easy access. Most often, built-in spots are used on the ceiling of the product. nine0003

Compact storage rules

Folding clothes neatly seems easy - just fold them at the seams. But when it comes to practice, usually nothing comes out, and things are sent to storage in a bulky form, taking up a huge amount of space. Bottom line - even a large closet can not fit the entire arsenal of outfits. To remedy the situation and learn how to fold things in a closet compactly, we will consider each type of clothing and how to store it separately. nine0003

Skirts

Hanging skirts on hangers is an available storage option. This method will take up too much space and hangers. Consider the tips for rational storage of skirts, relevant for girls who love this piece of clothing:

  • fold skirt in half;
  • roll it into a tight roll;
    • Place
  • carefully on a cabinet shelf next to items of the same type.

The rest of the skirts still have to be placed on a hanger - items of great length, as well as options sewn from light airy fabrics. It is better to store denim skirts in special organizers with cells, having previously sorted the products by color and material. nine0003

Socks

Many housewives are concerned about the question: how to fold socks so as not to lose a pair? You can do this in the way described below:

  • take 2 socks and fold them at the seams;
  • Starting at the toe side, roll up the garments to form a tight roll;
  • having reached the toe, leave one sock untouched, and turn the other inside out;
  • Wrap both rollers into one to form a compact sock ball. nine0266

The same can be done with the storage of children's socks. When folded, socks are stored in a special box for linen. Sort the socks correctly before rolling. This must be done after every wash.

T-shirts and T-shirts

Many people have tried to fold T-shirts or T-shirts on their own to fit them in a stack on a shelf. To do this quickly, we suggest watching the video below on the compact folding of the product. It consists of the following steps:

  • lay the T-shirt in front of you with the front facing down;
  • wrap both sleeves alternately on the middle part of the product;
  • fold the bottom of the T-shirt about a third, then fold the item again.

The method is considered traditional and will allow you to place textiles on the cabinet shelf compactly. Practical plastic storage containers will help solve the problem of quick access. It is better to place products in them not in a pile, but in a row. nine0003

Sweaters, blouses and shirts

Strict shirts and blouses are used every day to attend school or work. You can’t do without business elements, so every person has them. Let's consider the main way how to compactly fold business things in a closet:

  • Buttons on clothing must be fastened;
  • place the product face down on the table;
  • gently straighten the item at its base; nine0266
  • fold one sleeve towards the other sleeve along with the body;
  • direct the folded sleeve to the bottom of the product;
  • do the same manipulation with the opposite element;
  • when all the sleeves are fastened on the back, visually divide the blouse into 3 parts;
  • first fold the bottom of the product, then the second part of it, resulting in a neatly folded shirt.

Many users ask the question: how to fold bedding so that it takes up less space in the wardrobe? It is necessary to independently sew small covers for each set of linen. Before folding bed linen, it must be ironed - so it will not only be better stored, but also will not require additional processing before use. nine0003

Pants and jeans

Most consumers keep business trousers on a hanger, motivated by the fact that this way they wrinkle less. This is true, but with such storage, products take up a lot of space in the wardrobe. Therefore, it is worth learning how to properly fold things like jeans and trousers:

  • to start, spread all the pockets of the product - put your hands inside and distribute the fabric evenly over the jeans;
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  • then you need to put one leg on the other, drawing a fastening line along the seams;
  • fold the product in half, then bend part of the bobbin inside the fold line;
  • at the last stage, you need to fold the jeans again and send them to the closet.

Trousers, shorts, capris and breeches are folded in the same way. Packed things are perfectly stored in a wardrobe on a shelf in a pile.

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Jackets

Traditionally, the specified item of clothing is stored on hangers. This is due to the dense fabric of tailoring, which is difficult to smooth with an iron. As is often the case, you need to put on a jacket quickly, so the easiest way is to remove the product from the hanger.

If there is not enough space in the closet to accommodate a large number of things, it is worth resorting to compact storage of jackets. They are folded in the same way as shirts and blouses, bending the sleeves of the product behind the back. Jackets in the closet are best stored in a pile. nine0003

For long-term care, fold the jacket in the same way as shirts, after turning the product inside out.

Using organizers

Recently special organizers are in demand. They are designed for compact storage of underwear, socks, shoes and even bedding. It is recommended to place such devices in a closet - how to put things in closets rationally is described below:

  • The most convenient way to store a bra is in an organizer: you don't need to fold it in half, you just need to put it in a special insert in the box;
  • before putting towels and bath accessories in the organizer - sort them according to the material of manufacture and size;
  • small containers made of plastic or metal, divided into cells, are suitable for socks;
  • it is allowed to store a bra together with panties - in this case it is worth purchasing a special device for several compartments; nine0266
  • shoes are well placed without boxes in a hanging organizer, where each pocket is designed for one pair of shoes.

If the apartment has only one closet, try to put away unused things in special compartments for the season. This is how you can maximize the unloading of the interior space for convenient placement of frequently worn clothes.

Unfortunately, most Russians have too small apartments. In such situations, keeping a huge amount of necessary things in order can be very difficult. Clutter makes the house uncomfortable, and life in it uncomfortable. However, there is a way out. nine0003

Designers have developed a large number of little things that allow more efficient use of space. Such ideas can be divided into groups depending on the room where they are used.

Bathroom

Few people can boast of a large luxurious bathroom. But there is a huge number of various things stored here, without which you can not do without. The dirty laundry basket usually takes up too much space. There is nowhere to install it in a small bathroom. nine0003

It is not worth storing dirty things in the drum of a washing machine, as many do. This can lead to equipment failure. You can solve this problem by using the original folding laundry basket. When everything is washed and the container is empty, it can be easily folded and placed behind the machine.

If you don't have room for shelves in your bathroom and there is absolutely nowhere to put a hot curling iron, get a holder. With it, the process of inducing beauty will become as convenient as possible. Or you can install shelves for small items directly on the sink. nine0003

Washcloths can be stored on special hooks hung on the rod. And the curtain with pockets will definitely not leave anyone indifferent. Files, scissors and other iron objects can be stored on charming magnets.

And who decided that the washing machine has to be big? This little one is no worse than a huge fellow, but it takes up much less space.

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Many people cannot boast of a large kitchen, which has enough space for a roomy bar. An unusual vertical wine cabinet can be a great way out. It is a holder hanging on the wall. As a result, you not only save space, but also get a chic designer piece that attracts the eye.

Another great idea for organizing a bar can be a kind of whatnot with several shelves. It can easily fit not only a large number of various bottles, but also glasses, a shaker and other necessary little things. Guests will definitely not remain indifferent. nine0003

The spice drawer takes up very little space. Jars can be attached to it with convenient holders. Or it can be roomy drawers. Another great idea is a pull-out pantry that fits easily next to the refrigerator.

Chic thing - an organizer for dishes. Even a novice hostess can sew it. At the same time, it looks very original, and a large number of pockets can accommodate many items. Another great idea for storing dishes is a corner dryer. nine0003

Save space by stacking cups. This option does not require a lot of space. Get a folding grater and you will get maximum comfort with a minimum of space required.

A handy knife box keeps them organized. With such storage, they do not blunt at all from contact with each other.

A trash can doesn't have to take up an entire kitchen cabinet. Designers suggest hanging it on the cabinet door. nine0003

Those who do not have enough work surfaces in the kitchen can be advised to purchase an original cutting board. It can be easily installed on almost any sink. In addition, having such an item in the kitchen, you can do without a colander.

Rooms

In bedrooms, living rooms and hallways, saving space is also a major issue. Design ideas not only help to use space efficiently. They can be an excellent interior decoration. nine0003

Using a towel rack to store ties, scarves and belts will help keep them organized. This idea makes it possible to find the right thing very quickly, does not allow them to wrinkle. This achieves maximum storage space.

If the area of ​​​​the room does not allow you to install a wardrobe in it, you can store clothes on vines hanging from the ceiling.

The swivel cabinet is perfect even for a small hallway or room. Its functionality is simply amazing. On one side there is a chic full-length mirror. It is worth turning this piece of furniture and a hanger or writing board will become available. In addition, there are many spacious shelves in the closet. nine0003

You don't have to buy uncomfortable boxes to store your jewelry and bijouterie. In them, the chains are usually confused, and it can be difficult for an earring to find a pair. It is better to get a jewelry holder hidden in the picture.

And shoe lovers will love the shoe ottoman. It can fit multiple pairs of shoes.

An original idea is to hide the ironing board behind a mirror. You can open it at any time and start ironing. nine0003

Unfortunately, not always in the room there is a place for a coffee table. It is difficult to do without it for those who like to eat while sitting at the TV. The original design, mounted on the armrest, will come to the rescue. It works great as a table top.

A small sofa can be folded into a comfortable bed in a few seconds. This can be useful for those who often have guests overnight.

Built-in drawers at the head of the bed will fit a large number of books or magazines. nine0003

It can be difficult to solve the problem of wires from equipment that are constantly tangled underfoot. "Hungry" balls will come to the rescue. Each of them is able to "eat" up to five meters of cable.

Additional lighting does not always require a lot of space. It is enough to use small lamps on brackets instead of a floor lamp or a table lamp.

Even a small balcony can be a comfortable place to work or dine al fresco. It is enough to purchase a table fixed on the railing. nine0003

Dreaming of a barbecue, but you don't have enough space in your yard or garden? Pay attention to the interesting idea of ​​\u200b\u200bfolding wall construction.

Designers successfully prove that a small area of ​​an apartment is not a cause for worry. It is enough to be bolder, turn on the fantasy, and all things will find their place. At the same time, the house will become cozy and unique.

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Pantry under the ceiling - where to place it and how to make it? nine0001

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Ceiling-mounted storage shelves are very convenient - they do not take up valuable space below and save a lot of space for other needs. Such a pantry under the ceiling can be equipped with your own hands and it will not take much time, and it will not require any special skills or tools.

Why is it needed

The main purpose of such structures is to store things that are used infrequently, but should be in an accessible place. Usually, seasonally used items of clothing are stored here, such as rubber boots or things needed for outdoor trips. Depending on the strength of the structure and its volume, it can even fit a folding bike or a couple of spare tires for the car. nine0003

Another type of mezzanine allows you to store long items, such as ski equipment or fishing equipment, such as fishing rods. In this case, the compartment can be an open suspension that allows you to securely fix the necessary items on it.

Where to locate

Most often, the mezzanine is located in the corridor or hallway, where such a storage compartment can be made almost invisible and will not spoil the appearance of the situation. Also, the pantry can be located on the ceiling in the bathroom or kitchen. In these rooms, the mezzanines will not be conspicuous and practically merge with the decor. nine0003

What to look for

Some points are not always taken into account when arranging such a shelf, but if they are foreseen in advance, using a hanging cabinet will become much more convenient, and the things stored there will be better preserved. The following are the most important:

  • Correct load calculation. When installing, it is better to provide some margin of safety, since you never know what will need to be removed in this cabinet. Therefore, it is better to mount everything on strong suspensions. nine0266
  • Ventilation. Not everyone thinks about this, but by making several ventilation holes in the shelf, you can ensure better preservation of winter things and avoid the musty smell.
  • Lighting. In most cases, when a pantry is set up on the ceiling, they don’t think about lighting, but in vain - if the mezzanine is deep enough, it will be much easier to get something without errors if the interior of the cabinet is properly lit.
  • Space separators. Even one partition dividing the volume into two halves will allow you to better organize storage. nine0266
  • Doors. Some masters do not bother with such a moment as making special lockable or fixed doors on the mezzanine, but simply make a falling curtain. This is not worth doing - some things may stick out of the closet or simply fall out if there is no locking door.
  • Finish. So that such a shelf does not look like a wooden box attached to the floor, all sides accessible to the eye must be designed in the same style as the rest of the design of the room. nine0266

How to make

Each house will have its own size, style and decoration, as well as the location of such a closet. Therefore, below we give only a general procedure for installing such a structure.

  • Having decided on the place where the pantry will be located, we take all dimensions - the height, width of the room or opening.

  • Taking into account the size of the opening, we come up with an approximate diagram of the future design.
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    • We mark the place where the cabinet is attached using a spirit level. It must be used, as floors and walls may not be too even.

    • We produce fasteners for the entire structure according to the dimensions and on the basis of the invented scheme. A metal corner is excellent as fasteners, in which holes can be drilled in advance to fix the lower part.

    • Fasten the base with a perforator and dowels. Mounting points are located at a distance of about 20 centimeters from each other.

    • The bottom base of the shelf can be made from any strong sheet material. One of the most suitable options is laminated chipboard or plywood sheet.
    • If all dimensions are accurate and the workpiece fits well into place, it is fixed with self-tapping screws through the holes drilled in the corner.

    • Color-matched edge tape can be glued to the end of the base using liquid nails or otherwise.

    • Internal baffle is mounted.
    • Next, a box of bars is mounted, which will serve as the basis for fastening the doors. The outer side of the box is also trimmed with edging tape.