Due to its large space, a basement is suitable to store things.
You can literally put almost everything down there.
But before stashing away your tools and less-used items,
check out these 10 basement storage room optimization ideas.
They could be your best guide to keep whatever goods exist there to stay organized.
Many of these ideas are pretty easy to follow,
but there are some that might not be as simple for you to do.
The ones that require more work often come with instructions on how to do them.
As always, the ideas are compiled for you by Simphome.
10. Labeled Crates
When you think of spending some of your money to buy new boxes for storing stuff,
it would be a big deal if you're short on cash.
But if you have these crates at home, you can use the money for other things instead.
Using crates to sort things out in the basement sounds like a good idea.
They have a good amount of storage space, so you can put your stuff in them.
But we suggest that you should check the crates for any broken parts
because they might cause a hazard and make things
very uncomfortable when you're getting the stuff inside.
They have a perfectly square shape that is suitable to put items based on their size or purpose.
To make your task easier, you can put a label on each of the crates.
It can save much time when you need any item in a hurry.
9. The Pegboard Organization Idea
The pegboard is renowned for its versatility.
It is a life savior that helps you tidy up
or organize things in any room in your house, including your basement.
You just need to know how and where to install your pegboard.
-Here are some tips on organizing your basement with the pegboard.
1. Clear floor space between the wall and the ladder
2. Find a Cushion area to stand on while hanging items on the pegboard or ladder
so your feet won't get hurt by the pegs.
3. Keep more oversized items off the pegboard, like lumber, furniture, or boxes
with sharp corners, because they will damage them quickly.
4.Then, choose the appropriate spot to hang it.
You can hang your tools on it, as seen in this picture.
It looks mesmerizing just by looking at this well-organized equipment.
If necessary, you can also put some garnish onto it to make it look more appealing.
Last, try putting greenery on the board since it always brings beauty to your house.
8. Experiment with The Stair Storage Idea
Stairs are often overlooked for their functionality as a storage space,
but they offer ample opportunities for creating uncluttered areas in your life.
You have two choices regarding that matter;
to leave it unused or to take advantage by building built-in drawers.
The built-in drawers that you see here match the stairs in terms of color.
This move is suitable for the optimization ideas that you're probably looking for now. Or,
You can simply shove racks under the stairs to incorporate additional storage space into it.
If you want to have a more finished and organized look,
you can just invest in custom-made drawers that fit snuggly into it.
7. Hang on the ceiling
The ceiling provides you some space for storing things in the basement.
There are tons of ways to make use of this vertical space to get rid of clutter.
First, use hooks to hang goods that may take up valuable floor space.
You can try other overhead storage ideas like ceiling storage lift
or ceiling-mounted shelves as well if necessary.
Put things based on the storage capability,
and also consider the weight so that it won't be overloaded.
6. Use Plastic Boxes
Box storage ideas are the simplest way of dealing
with countless materials that you can hardly keep clean.
An easy way to start is to buy a piece of wood.
But if you don't have any wood, then there's no need for panic!
You can use the shelving from your old refrigerator as a base for shelves.
Just place it on top of the concrete floor and walk away!
Another idea is to use cinder blocks...
All you need to do is make sure that all holes are plugged in
before placing them in the corner of your basement.
Return to the plastic box,
You can label each box with the things you put into it.
First, make sure the basement doesn't leak,
and each of the boxes has a lid so that the leaked water won't tarnish or ruin stuff in it.
Put things in the boxes that you can easily reach and open,
and store the rest that you don't really use on the top.
5. Use The Sliding Door
It's like you have an entire hidden basement when you decide to build storage with a sliding door.
It's like being given a second home without the cost
(plus, it adds value to your property).
This one is just a shelf unless it has a sliding door that covers it.
It also works as a chalkboard on which kids could draw something.
The sliding chalkboard is a great and unique idea for the basement.
Not only does it make the space more inviting,
but it also transforms the room into a fun place for kids to hang out.
Another worth-trying idea would be to put a mirror on the sliding door.
But it all depends on the purpose of the sliding door itself.
4. Add Cubbies
For small storage, you may want to add some cubbies.
There are a bunch of cubbies of different sizes for various purposes.
The ones you see here can be attached to a shelf,
and they could handle some lightweight items.
Not only reliable, but these cubbies are pretty stylish too.
You can purchase them at IKEA or Amazon. Even better,
you can spend a weekend making them yourself.
3. The Shelving Storage for the basement
Shelves will always be generous storage that offers lots of benefits due to their versatility.
They can hold almost literally anything when it comes to storing
or maximizing things in the basement or other places such as rooms in your house.
The length and the width of the shelves would depend on the storage you would like to have
and the available space you can optimize.
The more spacious your basement is, the more items you can store.
One thing, Make sure you screw the boards of your shelves right in the studs,
so they're sturdy enough to host various items..
For this reason, you need to get acquainted with a stud finder
2. Going Vertical
Although you do not need to spend most of your time in the basement,
keeping the floor space clean is essential. This way,
you will not bump into anything that lies on the floor.
The best way to maximize the storage in your basement is by going vertical.
You can install a rack suspending from the ceiling
and use it to store boxes and suitcases, for instance.
Or try adding some hooks to hang strollers, bikes, and a tent.
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Lastly, Number 1. Create a Reading Nook
Although you will not spend the whole day in the basement,
making a reading nook in it is worth considering.
To make it happen, you just need to create built-in shelves under the stairs
along with a bench or a day bed with storage.
This way, you can get the ultimate comfort when reading your favorite book.
Our 10 basement storage room optimization ideas
could be the inspiration that you're looking for.
Which notion you think would be a perfect installment for your basement?
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