Organizing Under the Bed For More Storage

Anyone who has organized a room knows that it is much more difficult to organize a small space than it is to organize a large space. Even with the most efficient use of closet space, it can quickly become filled to capacity before everything is put away. With items left over to store, it is time to look around the room for more storage, and one of best places to add storage to a small bedroom is under the bed. To maximize the size of this storage space, raise the bed to take advantage of the most available space.

Safe Construction

When raising the height of a bed, it is very important to do it safely so that no one gets hurt and none of your belongings get damaged. While using some old boxes or crates to raise the height of the bed can be very tempting from a convenience and pricing standpoint, it is probably not the safest way to go. Having a bed collapse is no fun for the person in the bed or the things being stored beneath the bed. Use a kit that is specially designed to safely raise the height of a bed for best results.

Picking the Kit

For people who really have no construction experience to speak of, it is probably best to select a prefab kit from the store. Many retailers sell products that offer options for just about any configuration imaginable, and for a homeowner who is not particularly handy, selecting an already designed solution that is easy to install is probably the best option. Search in home improvement stores as well as online for a wide variety of options.

When not sure what style or design to choose, get help from an expert. Discuss the available products in respect to the needs of the space with the online retailer or the home improvement specialist. Generally the size of the bed will determine what type of support system is required to get the job done and some options are easier to install and use than others.

Installing the Risers

With the proper kit selected make sure to follow the assembly directions carefully, so that the resulting bed support is solid and safe. Most kits are very easy to install, and some simply snap into place and are ready to use. This simple addition to the bed offers a few extra inches of height that raises the bed enough to allow bins and boxes to be easily stored beneath.

Some risers gain the homeowner a full foot of extra height in the storage space, and this is one of the easiest ways to extend the storage space in a small room. Once everything is tucked neatly away inside the closet and under the bed, you’ll know if other storage options, like wall shelves or bookshelves are needed.

Don’t forget to embellish the room with personal accents, wall art and decor that match the style. No need to spend a lot of money about them. You can find suitable decoration on a budget at the flea-market or on garage sale.

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