5 Obvious (But Simple) Solutions That’ll Improve Your Bedroom Organization

Bedrooms become chaotic quickly as stuff piles up, but if you're notoriously lazy about getting those clothes into the laundry basket at the end of the day, you're not alone. A pile of clothes end up on chairs instead of hangers, books scatter the bedside table, and visual clutter gathers dust. And, how do all those things seem to sneak out of drawers and onto the floor? We'll never know, I guess.

Before you know it, finding what you need becomes a treasure hunt. Tidying up regularly helps, but without a plan, the mess returns like an uninvited guest. Staying organized takes effort, but it beats the stress of a messy room any day.

Use Multifunctional Bedroom Furniture

Invest in furniture that serves more than one purpose to maximize floor space, minimize surface space, and enhance functionality.

• Consider a storage bed with a chest of drawers, or a platform bed to create extra storage space underneath.

• Nightstands with extra shelves or hidden compartments can help keep essentials within arm's reach without cluttering the surface.

• A storage bench at the end of the bed can be a perfect spot for extra blankets. Even easier, get a big storage basket for throw pillows.

Install Vertical Storage Solutions

Make use of vertical space to keep the floor area open. Start by rethinking how to use your blank wall space.

• Install wall-mounted shelves, floating bookshelves, or a pegboard system to organize and display items.

• Utilize the back of bedroom doors or bedroom closet doors with over-the-door organizers or wall hooks for jewelry storage, accessories, bags, or shoes.

• Install drawers inside your closet beneath your hangers.

Commit to Clever Closet Organization

Optimize your closet space and create plenty of storage space with smart organization tools.

• Invest in slim hangers to maximize hanging space. We love how they make a walk-in closet a tidy space!

• Use tiered hangers for pants and skirts.

• Sort items into categories. Keep your favorite items and everyday clothes in a convenient spot. (Keep your workout clothes here, and maybe you'll make it to the gym more often, too.)

• Install shelves or drawers to keep folded items tidy. Adjustable drawer dividers are also a game-changer at keeping lots of drawers in order.

• Consider a shoe organizer or hanging storage for accessories (or, you know, to be used as a conventional shoe rack).

Make Space for Under-Bed Storage

The space under your bed is valuable real estate for additional storage. Maximize its square footage.

• Utilize storage bins or drawers designed to fit under the bed.

• Store out-of-season clothes, extra bedding, or items you don't need daily. Seasonal items need a home that's out of sight, but not out of mind.

• Choose bed risers to create more clearance for larger storage containers.

Use Color-Coded and Labeled Storage Bins

Streamline your organization system by using color-coded bins for different categories of items. For example, blue bins could be for clothing, green for accessories, blue for summer clothes, and red for sentimental items. Label each bin clearly to make it easy to locate items quickly. This not only reduces clutter but also adds a visual element to your organization system.

By implementing these clever organizational strategies, you can transform your bedroom into a functional and aesthetically pleasing space, reduce bedroom clutter, and promote a sense of calm and order.