Say goodbye to mess! Brilliant solutions to utilize the spaces under your beds

October 12, 2024

The space under the bed is often left unused - unless you choose to buy a proper storage bed model, of course. But this "void" is perfect for creating extra storage space for the things that you can't get into your closets or wardrobes.

There are many effective solutions that you can adopt to make the space under a bed useful, so let's check out the examples listed below:

1. Bed risers

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First of all, think about practicality: if the bed is too low, it will be much more difficult to get any storage containers under it. By using special bed risers (like the ones shown here), you can create a useful, easy-to-access, under-bed space.

There are many types of risers to choose from, so get ones that suit your tastes and meet the load-bearing requirements.

2. Cardboard boxes

Cardboard boxes covered with decorative paper as underbed containers

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The simplest and most economical solution you can go for is to use simple cardboard boxes covered with decorative paper as storage containers. Available for free and cheap and easy to decorate, cardboard boxes can easily adapted to the size of your under-bed space.

3. Plastic containers

A child's bed with plastic, under-bed boxes

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Another good, low-cost alternative is to use plastic boxes with lids. Perfect for protecting your things from dust under the bed, they are also available in different sizes and are easily adaptable to your needs.

4. Drawers with wheels

A bed with wooden storage drawers on wheels

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To make it easier to get to under-bed containers, opt for containers that have wheels. You can source many model types in shops, and they come made in a wide variety of materials and sizes.

If you enjoy DIY, try making them yourself by following this simple tutorial.

5. Padded drawers

Under-bed containers with a decorative, padded sides

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Are you regretting not having purchased a proper storage bed? Transform yours into one by adding padded drawers, like the ones shown here: the outer faces of the drawers will blend in seamlessly, looking like an integral part of your bed's frame.

6. Wicker baskets

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Lovers of the rustic style will certainly be satisfied by using attractive, wicker baskets as under-bed, storage containers.

7. Metal baskets on wheels

Metal, under-bed container for the children's room

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For children's toys or for your evening reading books, turn your hand to constructing practical, metal baskets with wheels. Light and easy to handle, they are very easy to make and you'll find them extremely useful too.

8. Fabric, under-bed shoe rack

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To store your "special occasion" shoes and/or those that are out of season, an under-bed, fabric shoe rack is perfect for optimizing space. Equipped with practical storage compartments, this item will allow you to keep your shoes in order under the bed and without taking up too much space.

9. Fabric, under-bed boxes

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To store clothes and blankets that are out of season, you can use convenient fabric storage boxes, like the ones shown here. Equipped with a transparent, zipped plastic lid, these boxes will protect your fabrics from dust and allow you to easily identify their contents. Now, you longer need a second closet!

Which of these solutions do you prefer?

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