14 budget-friendly storage hacks for a tidy home
With these simple storage hacks, you won’t need to spend hours decluttering every week. Your home will not only look tidier, but it’ll also feel more spacious and peaceful.
If you’re constantly battling clutter in your home — whether it’s clothes overflowing in your wardrobe, sufurias taking over the kitchen, or toys scattered everywhere — you’re not alone.
Most homes, especially in towns and cities, often have limited space. Without proper storage, things can get messy very quickly.
But here’s the good news: You don’t need a bigger house to stay organised. With a few smart storage solutions, you can make the most of every inch of your home.
These 14 organisers will help you keep things tidy — without breaking the bank.
1. Hanging wardrobe organisers
Ever found yourself digging through a pile of clothes to find that one T-shirt? Hanging organisers with compartments help you separate clothes, scarves, socks, underwear or handbags — making everything easy to find at a glance.
Over the door shoe rack. (Pinterest)
2. Over-the-door shoe racks
Shoes lying all over the house? If you don’t have a shoe rack, an over-the-door version saves floor space while keeping your footwear in one place.
3. Under-bed storage bins
That space under your bed isn’t just for collecting dust. Store extra bed sheets, duvets, off-season clothes, toys, or even shoes in neatly packed and labelled bins.
4. Stackable kitchen containers
Kenyan kitchens are full of spice jars, unga packets, and dry foods. Stackable, airtight containers keep everything fresh, save space, and prevent spills — because who wants sugar all over the place? Don’t forget to label them.
5. Hanging fruit and veggie baskets
Love fresh produce from mama mboga? A hanging basket keeps onions, tomatoes, and bananas off the countertop, giving you more space to cook.
Look for a multi-tiered version with compartments — some even come with wheels so you can move it around your kitchen with ease.
6. Plastic or wooden drawer dividers
Tired of rummaging through a messy drawer for spoons, forks, and knives? Drawer dividers neatly separate your utensils, making your kitchen experience stress-free.
Food storage containers. (Pinterest)
7. Collapsible laundry baskets
A bulky laundry basket can take up unnecessary space — especially when it’s empty. A collapsible one lets you fold and store it away when not in use.
8. Wall-mounted bathroom shelves
From body lotion to shampoo, soap, and loofahs, bathrooms can get cluttered fast. Wall-mounted shelves help you keep things neat and within easy reach. Add a hook or two to hang your soap dish or towel while showering.
9. Floating wall shelves
These are game-changers for small spaces! Use them to display books, décor, or toiletries, freeing up table or countertop space.
10. Bag organiser
Is your kitchen cabinet full of jumbled shopping bags, baskets and gunia sacks? A bag organiser will bring much-needed order to the chaos.
11. Foldable storage boxes
Ideal for your children’s toys, extra clothes, or even office supplies. When not in use, simply fold them away — space-saving and practical.
12. Fridge storage bins
If your fridge looks like a supermarket shelf gone wrong, clear storage bins can help you arrange leftovers, vegetables, fruits, and condiments more efficiently.
13. Wardrobe rod extenders
If your wardrobe feels too cramped, a rod extender lets you hang more clothes without piling them up. You can find these at outlets like Panda Mart or China Square.
14. Spice rack
For the cooking enthusiasts: a spice rack that sticks to the fridge or wall saves you from rummaging through endless containers mid-recipe, especially helpful if you’re short on drawer space.
With these simple storage hacks, you won’t need to spend hours decluttering every week. Your home will not only look tidier, but it’ll also feel more spacious and peaceful.
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