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Sturdy woven baskets that sit beautifully on open shelving. Ideal for upper shelves where you want to keep things accessible but out of sight — spare linens, seasonal items, anything that would otherwise make shelves feel cluttered.
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A small storage room works best when everything has a clear place.
Use height, labels and simple containers to make the space easier to use.
Floor-to-ceiling shelves, hooks and door racks add storage without taking floor space.
Keep cleaning, laundry, tools, toiletries and spare household items in separate baskets or boxes.
The things used most often should sit at eye level. Heavy items belong lower down.