Now that your spring cleaning is well underway, look no further than your FYP for "I can't believe I never thought of that" TikTok storage hacks.
After scrubbing and polishing, you'll want to find ways to declutter and keep your necessities organized. Fortunately, creative types have bestowed plenty of tips upon us that are begging to be copied. Fire up the app, friends!
6 genius TikTok storage hacks you'll love
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Whether you're rearranging cute bathroom decor or figuring out how to utilize new kitchen organizers to their utmost potential, allow TikTokers to steer you in the right direction. No matter the room, there's a storage hack you need to know about.
1. Garbage bag hack
Recycle the paper box and place your garbage bags in a cute container. You'll be able to feed the roll through the bin's handles and grab a bag as you need it. Who doesn't appreciate a little something chic...even if it's under the kitchen sink?!
@happyhomeclearance ♬ original sound - happyhomeclearance
Size (in.): L5.35 x W8.5 x H12
Made from: Wood, polypropylene, plastic, paulownia wood
Keep plastic bags organized and covered with this recycled bin and removable lid that are just as cute as they are functional. Plus, this baby's stackable!
Size (in.): Various
Made from: Wicker
These three rectangular storage bins are a great way to keep tchotchkes organized and out of sight. Plus, the ones that you don't use for your garbage bags can act as a living room storage option.
Size (in.): L10-1/4 x W7 x H4-7/8
Made from: Plastic
Covered but still accessible, this little trinket is a great option for the TikTok garbage bag hack. Plus, pink is having a moment, and you need in on the Barbiecore trend.
2. Kitchen essentials hack
Keeping aluminium foil, plastic wrap and the like orderly is a challenge, especially when you close the drawer and the boxes flip-flop. Since you're busy reading your magazines anyway — especially your favorite magazine, Real Homes — use those periodical holders in the kitchen instead of your WFH office.
@mumcentral ♬ Hot N Cold - Katy Perry
Size (in.): H3.85 x W9.95 x D13.11
Made from: Plastic
Told ya pink was in! Why not keep the Saran Wrap in check with this cute, vibrant number?
Size (in.): D10 x W4 x H15.5
Made from: Alloy steel
Not only are these magazine holders functional, but they get major points for the adorably illustrated succulents.
Size (in.): L4-1/4 x W10-1/2 x H12-1/8
Made from: Acacia wood
Durable and the perfect complement to your modern farmhouse kitchen decor, this wooden magazine holder is great for wraps and foils.
3. Refrigerator storage hack
Sometimes when we're organizing and decorating, we often forget about vertical space. There are a few items to help make that task a little easier, and this slider organizer is one of them. We also pulled together our other valuable fridge buys. Your next Trader Joe's run is going to look so much neater — trust us!
@lelaburris ♬ The Less I Know The Better - Tame Impala
Size: L14.96 x W4.3
Made from: Acrylic
This peel-and-stick slider makes your yogurt storage a lot more accessible and frees up space on the fridge shelves. We'll take two, please!
Size (in.): L7.28 x W6.5 x H3.27
Made from: Plastic
For rogue fruits, veggies and the like, look no further than these pretty pastel drawers. They're perfect for spring.
Size (in.): L17.32 x W5.6 x H5.9
Made from: Plastic
A two-pack of lightweight, stackable organizers that hold up to 12 cans each, this buy will make the beverage department of your fridge a lot less cluttered.
4. Entryway storage hack
Keys, Metrocards, chargers — you always seem to have a lot of goods right as you walk in the door. Setting aside a designated spot at the entryway for those necessities (ones that you're more than likely to misplace anywhere else in the house) will save you a lot of trouble in the long run.
@mik.zenon ♬ original sound - Mik Zenon
Size (in.): H8-9/16 x W5-1/16 x L5-1/6
Made from: Plastic
This earthy-toned drill-free storage option holds up to 2 pounds of goods, so start stacking.
Size (in.): W2.38 x L10.75 x H4.38
Made from: Plastic
Keep letters, keys and other items in this mint-green wall mount. You'll never run late to work again if your necessities are in one place. Well, we can't guarantee timeliness, but we can vouch for organization!
Size (in.): Various
Made from: Wood, metal
Chic industrial mail holders and key rings not only provide a home for your can't-be-without items, but they also allow a little room for decor, which is a win in our book.
5. Bathroom cabinet hack
The inside of bathroom cabinets are the stuff of nightmares. Rather than have your toiletries scattered about, throw in a small shelving unit or stackable bins to keep 'em situated. Plus, it's an easy way to take stock of what you have and what you need ahead of your next grocery store run.
@omabelle ♬ original sound - Omabelle
Size (in.): D9.4 x W4.2 x H12.6
Made from: Plastic
Whether it's those bobby pins that tend to mysteriously disappear or a batch of Q-tips, you have plenty of storage options with this five-shelf unit.
Size (in.) W12
Made from: Plastic
Place all of your necessities in the stackable Iris drawer. Perfect!
Size (in.): D7.88" x W6" x H4.5
Made from: Plastic
Those eyeshadow palettes and serums need to go somewhere. This lil' baby is it!
6. Linen hack
This clever trick makes linen storage a whole lot simpler. It reminds us of those middle school days when we had a binder dedicated to each subject. For those who are not terribly fond of folding (guilty), we've included a storage box that will help get the job done, too.
@julianna_claire ♬ original sound - Julianna | AMAZON FINDS
Size (in.): L15 x W12 x H4
Made from: Non-woven, odorless fabric
Store XL sheets for future use with one of these foldable organizers. Don't forget to use the label so you know where the linens belong.
Size (in.): Various
Made from: Fabric
Available for twin and full or queen and king-sized sheets, this foldable storage option allows you to tag your linens and offers a handle for easy transportation.
Size (in.): Various
Made from: Linen
No folding skills, no problem: put those sheets and pillow cases in this bad boy.
