One of the best things about living in Denver is the amazing diversity of things to do, places to go and stuff to buy. Unfortunately, many of us, especially those in condos and lofts, realize too late that all our cool stuff simply won’t fit in our homes without some clever solutions. There are many great products out there and simple life hacks that will give you more room without having to rent a storage unit or sneak boxes under your children’s beds.
Get Tall and Skinny with Knickknacks
Almost all home supply stores have a variety of shelves for multiple situations. In tight rooms with good wall space consider tall shelves or bookcases that reach to the ceiling but are slim with 4-6 inch depth. Use alternating heights and use these to display special treasures, photos, books and music. Include accents of many different colors that match the room, but also highlight your originality. The best part is you can put many of your keepsakes on display instead of in a box. You might be amazed how much you can store vertically.
Organize those Closets
If you have extra closet space or need to create more room simply organize your closet with shelves and racks that go from floor to ceiling. Best practice is to put light boxes at the top and heaviest at the bottom, but bear in mind if you use items in any boxes often keep those in close reach. Another good rule if you have the height is to run two rods and double up on shorter items such as shirts. Remember, if you haven’t worn it in a year or it hasn’t it fit in a few years perhaps it is time to donate it.
Make the Most of Your Garage or Storage Space
Today there are many options for storage especially for your garage or storage unit. Looking for shelving that extends as close to the ceiling as possible will increase your storage space. Make sure the shelves are firmly anchored and heavy items are near the bottom. In addition you can use hooks to hang items like bikes, tools and other items. If the area is not temperature controlled be careful storing items that are susceptible to heat or cold.
Have Fun with Your Space
Enjoy your home whether it is a luxury condo twenty stories up, a cool loft in an old warehouse downtown or a nice pad overlooking the park. Your home is your space and making good use of the vertical areas for storage will make the living areas more accessible, comfortable and give you plenty of room for entertaining. If you are looking for the perfect loft or condo downtown, try our advanced search tool and see what is available right now. When you’re ready to take a look in person give us a call and we’ll be happy to show how you can make it your home.
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