11 Brilliant Home Organizing Hacks for a Stress-Free Space
Everyone loves a good organizing hack. It’s the secret to saving time and money by avoiding the cycle of buying, returning, and rebuying products that don’t quite fit your space. This is the first in a series of home organizing hacks that The Uncluttered Life® will feature to help you navigate your decluttering journey.
Here are our favorite professional secrets to help you sort, edit, and organize every room in your home.
1. Maximize Vertical Space with Bed Risers
The best way to utilize vertical space is with risers, inserts, and stacked shelves. Check out these bed risers on Amazon. They are an inexpensive way to accommodate under-bed storage in dorm rooms, apartments, or kids’ rooms. These heavy-duty plastic risers can support up to 1,300 pounds when used together, instantly turning "dead space" into a functional storage zone.
2. Use Lazy Susan Organizers for Hard-to-Reach Corners
Spinning storage is a game-changer for corner cabinets. We prefer 12-inch non-skid Lazy Susan organizers for pantry organization, refrigerators, and under-sink storage. They are especially effective for keeping spices within reach. Just remember to measure your cabinet depth before purchasing!
3. Stick to a Light Color Scheme
A cohesive color scheme makes your shelves and closets soothing to the eye. Choosing light colors like white or yellow helps reflect light, making it easier to see items in the back of a dark pantry and spot spills immediately.
4. The "Put Back" Tote Bag Method
To keep daily clutter from spreading, create a "put back" box or bag. We love the Errand Boy Extra Large Tote Bag from Scout. It’s attractive, durable, and folds flat when not in use. Carry it from room to room once a day to collect misplaced items and return them to their proper homes.
5. Optimize Back-of-Door Storage
Over-the-door hanging systems are one of the most affordable home organizing hacks. They are perfect for school supplies, small toys, or even nursery items. We actually love using this diaper caddy from Pottery Barn Kids as a neutral, stylish back-of-door solution.
6. Use Bookends for Folded Clothes
Here’s a favorite trick: use bookends to keep folded clothes upright on shelves. Clear, sturdy MaxGear Bookends on Amazon are perfect for this. They prevent piles from tumbling over and add an elegant, seamless look to your closet or office.
7. Simplify Cable Management
Labeling your cords prevents the frustration of searching for the right charger. Cable management is an inexpensive fix that makes a world of difference. Try multi-color identification tags from Nearockle to identify USB cords and computer chargers at a glance.
8. Invest in Double-Duty Furniture
As we mention in our blog about Decorganizing®, furniture should be both beautiful and functional. Look for:
Storage ottomans and benches with hidden compartments.
Beds with built-in drawers.
Mirrors with integrated hooks for jewelry or keys.
Coffee tables that lift to reveal storage.
9. Use Drawer Dividers (Stop Folding Underwear!)
Stop wasting time folding small items! Use Amazon Basics drawer organizers or Diommell storage containers to keep underwear, socks, and lingerie neatly contained. It saves hours of laundry time over the course of a year.
10. Switch to Space-Saving Hangers
To maximize closet rod space, use slim velvet hangers from Amazon Basics. The non-slip texture prevents clothes from sliding off, while the thin profile allows you to fit significantly more in your closet.
11. The Paper Towel Holder Trash Bag Hack
This is a genius storage trick: use a rolling paper towel holder to store rolls of trash bags. It fits perfectly under the sink or in a pantry, allowing you to pull off a new bag with ease.
Start Your Decluttering Journey Today
The most important of all home organizing hacks is to declutter before you organize. When you have less to manage, finding a home for your belongings becomes much easier.
If you need a hand getting started, we offer professional organizing experience via in-home or virtual visits to make the process fun and easy. Give us a call to talk about your space!