Organizing Solutions for Any Basement

If your basement is cluttered and almost unusable, it’s time to take action. When you organize your basement it becomes much more functional and feels more homey, so your family will want to spend time there, essentially adding square footage to your home.

Shelves Galore

Adding shelves, in the form of bookcases or shelves on the wall, is one of the most basic ways to add more storage space. This option can contain almost any kind of clutter and can become more visually appealing by adding accessories.

Built-In Cabinets

For a more permanent and designed solution, add built-in cabinets or shelves. A unit like this will transform your basement and make it feel more like the rest of the home. These units can store a lot of things and are perfect for anything from entertainment centers to game storage.

Closet Organization Kits

You can make sure no closet space is wasted by using a closet organization kit that will help you add shelves, closet rods, drawers and other elements to your existing closets. Utility closets that hide your furnace, water heater or sump pump should not be used for storage, but should be kept empty so the fixtures will work well and can be easily serviced if needed.

Cubbies

Units that have several small openings for baskets, bins or boxes are a great option for the basement. These can help you keep games, office supplies, craft supplies or anything else under control. This is also a good pick for kids, since you can store books and toys in the lower cubbies where little hands can easily get to them.

Cedar Chests and Storage Benches

Cedar chests and storage benches are beautiful pieces of furniture that have the added bonus of bringing even more storage to your basement. If you have a walkout basement, you can create a cozy entryway with a storage bench, rug and coat rack.

Remember to find solutions that fit well with your basement design and layout and that don't obstruct things like your furnace or sump pump. For more pictures and inspiration for organizing your basement, visit the Pat Dolan Plumbing website.