What is "dead" storage space? It's space in your home that typically goes unnoticed as an option to use for storage. You'll often find dead storage space in rooms with unique shapes, bedroom corners, and upper-level areas. But if you take advantage of your dead space for storage you can free up so much room to enjoy in the rest of your home. So eliminate the clutter and create a more open room with these five storage solutions. 1. Accent the shape of the room. Curved cabinets go along the corners. When placing furniture, considering the shape of the
LED lights have become the preferred light source option for upscale closets. Compared to traditional incandescent and fluorescent lighting, they are clearly the superior option and offer many key benefits. Here are five reasons to switch over now. 1. Low maintenance No need to replace a bulb as frequently. LED bulbs last longer than conventional lighting. That means less replacement. A traditional incandescent lasts about 1,000 hours. Energy-saving incandescent bulbs last up to 3,000 hours. Compact fluorescent lamps last 10,000 hours. LED lights can live for up to 25,000 hours. 2. Energy efficient Go green with your lighting. LED bulbs
Planning on adding a new pantry to your kitchen? Here are some tips to help create an organized and functional space for your food items, spices, cleaning supplies, and anything else. Plan For You: Your pantry is just as personal a place as your bedroom closet. Take stock of the items you have and what you want to fit into your pantry. Envision the finished product. Remind yourself of the space you're working with and think about what you might want to do with it. Do you have cleaning supplies to store? Do you have a lot of canned food
Whether it's a closet, a kitchen, or a home office you're sharing, make the most of your space so you and your spouse are both happy. Here are five tips to get you on track. 1. Keep your belongings separate (when possible) A Closet Butler-designed his and her home office. One of the most common mistakes is not separating belongings because it's a shared room or common space. This can cause a broken organizational system and add clutter. Designate each section of the space to have a specific function. This is especially important if one partner has much more stuff
Children outgrow clothes, but they don't have to outgrow your closet. The key is to design a storage space that grows with them overtime. These long-term tips will highlight how to organize with versatility. Tip #1: Use Bookshelves Bookshelves are timeless. Toddler: Begin at floor and lower-level storage, by using open shelves for frequent items they use/play with such as books, toys, and games. The upper-level should focus on storage such as seasonal clothing, special items, and blankets. As your child grows, gradually expand their storage space for school items such as sports equipment and supplies. Teenage: Maximize the entire