Do you ask yourself, “How did the kitchen get so out of control?” Then you may need kitchen storage tips from President of Restoring Order, Vicki Norris. She says, “Organize based on the way you live.” Here’s how.

First Reassign large or rarely used appliances (turkey roasters, bread makers) to the garage or basement.

Second Pull out all kitchen items and group them (dishes, silverware, pans, cookbooks). Toss damaged items; set aside extras to donate. Once storage areas are empty, measure them and make a list of containers to buy.

Third Shop for storage. But before you do, “break away from what you think a kitchen should look like,” says Joe Provey, author of 1,001 Ideas for Kitchen Organization. “It will enable you to do more with the space.”

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Clear out clutter problems by implementing your home’s natural storage spaces. Wouldn’t it be great to have all your things neatly placed in your home. Make your own home storage. Now you can by following our storage solution ideas.

• CLEAR OUT Move everyday flatware into a handsome wooden box or a country crock to free up kitchen drawer space for less-frequently used tools and gadgets.
• CHECK YOUR COAT Mount a sturdy peg rack or a series of three-pronged hooks on the wall to get everyday jackets out of the closet. Utilize the vacated space for seasonal gear.
• TAKE THE STAIRS The space under a staircase can easily be converted to a small closet. Even left open, it’s the ideal spot to add built-in shelves or park a chest or trunk.
• SLEEP TIGHT Built-in drawers and cabinets around a platform bed store extra bedding or clothes—and leave no room for dust bunnies!

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Home Storage Ideas

When trying to decorate your home interior and looking for new storage ideas, think DIY Decorative Storage Bins. By turning plain plastic bins into wheeled containers you’ll kill two birds with one stone. Look around for plastic storage bins you have laying around and transform them into chic clutter collectors.

A crafter will be at a beginners skill level when creating this storage idea and will need:

• large plastic storage bins,
• tape measure,
• hand held drill with bits,
• cotton fabric,
• chalk marking pencil,
• scissors,
• iron and ironing board
• decoupage medium,
• foam paintbrush,
• awl,
• heavy twine or rope,
• four plastic wheels and
• mounting hardware.

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Decorative Storage Bins

If you’re tired of opening your door to a shoe rack that’s just not enough for your closet clutter, try one of our closet organizers and space savers. Our selection of closet storage solutions is made of products that would suit long and short garments. Including space saving pant organizer, hanging mesh organizer, canvas storage boxes, cap and hat holders, canvas bag for laundry, and more! Maximize closet space and keep clutter to a minimum with these great closet organizers and unique storage solutions for each piece of your wardrobe. Check out our innovative organizers that help put everything from coats to belts, in their proper place. By using any one of these products, not only will you maximize every inch of space but also keep everything neat—no matter your closet’s size.

Consider one of our Storage Ideas:

• Straighten Up Your Shoes
• Hold Together Your Hat Collection
• Preserve Pant Pleats
• Make Laundry Day a Breeze
• Display Your Odds and Ends
• Take Your Shoes for a Spin
• Minimize Wardrobe Bulk
• Tidy Those Ties
• Pack Away Your Purses
• Simplify Your Sweaters
• Combat Coat Confusion
• Make Your Belts Behave
• Divide and Conquer

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Storage Solutions

Help keep the clutter in order with these great garage Organization Ideas. All homeowners know that garages accumulate ‘stuff’ just like your closets do. Why not maximize your space by making affordable storage systems? Consider my ideas on clever organization solutions:

• Transform your wall space with a custom designed modular shelving system. Choose pole mounted or wall mounted aluminum hardware along with custom shelves and cabinets. These great storage tips will give you every bit of convenience and exclusive space management for storing garden tools. Gardeners can make great use of this wall rack in terms of space management and functionality.

• Maximize your vertical space with adjustable wall racks and shelving. Sturdy hooks up top make a great spot for extra lumber. This organization tip will make space for picnic coolers and camping gear.

Organization Ideas

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Built-In Cabinets and Cases

Increase your storage space with built-in units that complement your home architecture. At the same time increase your home’s value and make endless storage possibilities almost everywhere imaginable. These pieces reconstruct dead space such as the area below the stairs or under windows into a desk, bench or cabinet. Customization comes at a cost. Built-ins start at about $500 per linear foot and can be more expensive. To cut costs, you can select cut-to-order supplies through a full-service design and installation company like California Closets, whose prices start from $200 plus.

Built-In Bench

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Neat storage solutions in the bathroom.

In need of storage space when you let order go down the drain?

We offer advice on how to banish bathroom clutter.

Bathroom Storage Solutions

Take advantage of unused wall storage space.

This Manhattan couple home design capitalizes

on every nook and cranny with hidden storage that blends

into a chic design scheme and meets every need.

The Gilberts were looking for more storage space and found it.

An architect and couple developed a plan

that met their needs for hidden storage solutions and

a service band that runs the length of the loft.

Hidden Storage Solutions

A Kitchen With Storage Solutions

Sacrificing cabinets for their views, a couple

finds creative space solutions for

their light airy kitchen.

Movable wood drawers make space in the island expanding

the amount of top-shelf space.

Window light eases the deep tones of the mahogany storage

components made of reclaimed Douglas fir.

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with Cabinet Solutions.

Storage Secrets from the Experts

Before venturing in remodeling their kitchen, storage space was

at such a premium for these Seattle residents. They had to stash

vintage serving pieces under the dining room table. Architect,

Louise Durocher raised their kitchen cabinets eight inches and slipped

undetected drawers concealed in the cabinet toe kicks.

Here you will find a piece that’s so chic, it will leave you in awe.

It’s beautiful combination of functionality with artistic design

helps you stay organized without sacrificing style.

Check out our favorite picks—you will be amazed.