What To Do When Your Home Lacks Space

Does your home feel like it’s ready to burst open at the seams? If so, you’re not alone. Research shows that many Americans would like a larger home. After starting a family, many people find that their homes simply aren’t large enough to accommodate all the extra stuff that having kids brings. There’s all the baby equipment, clothes, toys, and books, that they seem to grow out of at a pretty alarming rate. In no time, it can feel like your home is jam-packed. 

While a lack of space is an issue that impacts many people, figuring out what to do about it isn’t always easy. Few people can afford to suddenly decide to borrow more money to buy a larger home, especially when they have a family to provide for. But figuring out some alternative options is essential as living in a cluttered home is no good for your physical or mental health. If you’re desperate to reclaim your home from underneath all the clutter, the following tips should help:

Perform a Major Declutter

Decluttering their homes is something that many people put off doing. The thought of sorting through all your stuff and figuring out what to do with it can feel pretty overwhelming. However, it doesn’t need to be. In fact, decluttering your home can actually be a really positive experience if you do it the right way. 

The key to a successful declutter is to have a plan of action. Choosing to focus on one area of the house, or even one area of a room, and setting yourself a specific amount of time to work on decluttering can be really helpful. You may choose to commit to decluttering for just 30 minutes each day. Deciding which area you are going to work on for those 30 minutes can help you to achieve a lot in a short space of time.

Use External Storage

Sometimes, even after you have decluttered there’s still not enough room in your home. This is especially true for bulky items, that just get in the way when they’re in your home. In this situation, it can be helpful to look for portable storage solutions. Portable storage containers provide you with a huge amount of storage space, and allow you to access your items whenever you need them. This makes it an excellent choice for storing seasonal items throughout the year, such as Christmas decorations and summer sports equipment.

Choose Multi-Tasking Furniture

As well as bringing in external storage options, it’s also helpful to get smarter with the storage you have inside your home. While you can’t increase your floorspace, you can improve the way you use it with the help of some multi-tasking furniture. Selecting furniture which offers storage space underneath means that you don’t take up more of your floor, but still gain lots of handy storage space. Items such as a loft bed with storage underneath, or using an ottoman as a coffee table can really help with this.