Common storage and organization terms explained.
Blocks placed under bed legs to raise the bed frame, creating additional under-bed storage space. Typically adds 5-8 inches of clearance. Available in various heights and materials.
Adhesive mounting products that attach to walls without nails or screws. Removable without damaging surfaces when pulled correctly. Popular for renter-friendly organization.
Inserts that partition drawer space into sections. Keeps items separated and visible. Available in adjustable, fixed, and customizable formats.
Wall-mounted shelves with concealed mounting hardware, creating the appearance of "floating" on the wall. No visible brackets underneath.
Rotating tray that allows access to items stored in the back. Commonly used in corner cabinets, pantries, and refrigerators.
Storage unit that hangs over the top of a door, utilizing the door's back surface for storage. Available with pockets, hooks, shelves, or racks.
Stackable shelving units that sit on existing shelves to create additional levels, effectively doubling shelf capacity.
Ottoman with hollow interior accessed by lifting the top. Functions as seating, footrest, and storage. Can serve as a coffee table with a tray on top.
Spring-loaded rod that holds itself in place between two walls by pressure. Requires no installation. Used for curtains, dividers, and organization.
Plastic bags that compress bulky items when air is removed via vacuum. Dramatically reduces storage volume for bedding, winter clothes, and pillows.
Table with hinged sections that fold down when not needed, reducing the table's footprint. Expands for use, compacts for storage.
Bed elevated significantly off the floor, creating usable space underneath for desk, seating, or storage. Requires sufficient ceiling height.
Bed that folds up into a wall cabinet or closet when not in use. Also called a wall bed. Frees floor space during the day.
Bed with a solid base instead of box spring. Often includes built-in drawers or lift-up storage in the base.
Desk with a hinged surface that folds up to conceal the workspace. Closes to look like a cabinet, hiding papers and work materials.
The process of removing items you no longer need, use, or want. The essential first step before organizing—you can't organize excess stuff effectively.
Folding method where clothes are folded into rectangles and stored vertically (like files in a filing cabinet) rather than stacked. All items remain visible.
Rule where acquiring one new item means removing one existing item. Prevents accumulation and maintains organizational systems.
Organizing by grouping related items together in designated areas. Items for specific activities stored near where those activities occur.
Using two levels of closet rods instead of one, placing shorter items on each level. Doubles hanging capacity for shirts, skirts, and folded pants.
Designated place to put items when entering the home (keys, wallet, bag). Prevents items from being scattered or lost.
Utilizing wall space and height rather than floor space for storage. Essential in small spaces where floor area is limited.
The overwhelming appearance of too many visible items, even if technically organized. Closed storage reduces visual clutter compared to open shelving.