It doesn’t take much to create clutter in the house and become disorganized. With the right storage tools and organization tricks, you can easily maximize the space in your kitchen, bathroom and other crowded spaces in your home. So, if you’re looking to tidy up your home before the end of summer, you’re in luck.
To aid users in their quest for simplicity, life style expert and TODAY contributor Chassie Post stopped by Studio 1A to share her must-have home storage essentials. From an under-bed storage divider to cabinet lid organizers, these handy items will assist in solving all your home storage woes... and leave ample space for activities!
Keep scrolling to find the best home storage essentials — and they’re all under $50.
The best storage essentials as seen on the 3rd hour of TODAY
In case you didn’t know: The best storage space is right underneath your bed. A clever way to keep it organized, though, is with the right equipment, including this under-bed storage organizer from Target. It has wheels and 12 adjustable dividers to easily slide in and out from under your bed, plus a zip top to prevent dust from accumulating inside. Use it to store shoes, sweaters and more.
Whether you need extra counter or cabinet space, these magnetic shelves save a ton of space by keeping your spices, cooking oils and more in one spot. They hold up to eight pounds, and can stick to any metal, such as your fridge, with their strong magnets. You can even use them on your washer or dryer for your laundry supplies!
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Need more cabinet space? YouCopia’s lid organizer is a “storage star” in Post’s book. “I’ve had one of these for years and love it, and it does an amazing job of taming the chaos of all those lids in your life!,” she raves. “It’s got five adjustable dividers, so you can customize the compartments to keep lids of different sizes organized.”
The pick above is entirely customizable but splitting the divers from one to two. Use one size to store pots and/or pans, and the other size to keep their lids. Choose from multiple finishes based on what best fits your kitchen style.
This two-tiered Amazon organizer doubles the storage space under your sink with one pull-out bottom drawer and one smaller basket on top. “You can use both together under a sink, split them up in smaller cabinets or even use them on a counter for your makeup or other necessities,” Post recommends.
“Are your hair tools a tangled mess? This organizer can solve that headache, make them easier to reach and save space,” explains Post. “These have a super-strong adhesive mount that you can stick on the inside of a cabinet, on the wall or on tile. It has three compartments, so there’s a spot for everything: a blow dryer holder, space for irons and hot tools, brushes, combs, hair accessories and even razors.”
For storing brooms and mops, this $10 solution from Amazon prevents clutter by neatly mounting your cleaning tools to the wall. It has five slots that grip the handles of your tools, including brooms, mops and dustpans (even sports equipment!), and can carry items up to six pounds.
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When you’re running out of cabinet space, lean on this handy rolling cart to stow household essentials. It comes in a four or five tier design and can hold everything from spices, toilet paper, cleaning supplies and more.
Whether you’re searching for a place to store your favorite books or beloved family heirlooms, this four-pack of acrylic shelves will do the trick. These stick-on shelves are extremely durable and offer an ideal way to decorate your home without spending a fortune. Also, the transparent, clear color makes them appear super luxe and expensive.
“I think these are really cute in a kid’s room for little cars or figurines, or their favorite books for story time,” said Janelle Lam, a professional home organizer, previously on the show. “It merges the display aesthetic element with practicality that kids love … makes clean up easy, too!”
Summer is a time for sports camps and outdoor activities, so staying hydrated is a must. Keep all of your Stanley and Hydro Flask water bottles organized (and in one place) with this budget-friendly rack. This sturdy organizer features a stackable design, holding up to nine water bottles. It is also very easy to install and can be assembled in only one minute, according to the brand.
“This water bottle organizer is the answer — no more water bottle avalanches every time you open the cabinet!” shared Lam.
Tired of your clothes living on the floor of your closet? This foldable shelf is just what you need to help keep all your classic white T-shirts is pristine condition. These stackable storage organizers are very lightweight and feature embedded slide rails at the bottom, making it easier to grab any item.
“Turntables really are my favorite organizing product because they turn every spot into fully usable storage,” suggested Lam. “Nothing gets lost or hidden in the back.”
Introducing this modern storage turntable that includes six removable bins with handles. This rotating organizer is perfect for storing on your kitchen counter or in your pantry and features non-slip feet to avoid damaging your cabinets.
Keeping your life in order just became simpler with this personalized label maker. This portable device stores up to nine label designs for easy reprint and is battery operated (or can also be used with an AC power adapter). You’ll experience hours of fun creating your prints with dozens of symbols and emojis.
“My favorite use is for cables!” raved Lam. “That way, when you have a lot of things plugged into a power strip, you can wrap the label around the cord, and you can quickly see what belongs to what.”
These stainless-steel suction cup hooks come in a pack of two and require zero drilling, making them a great option for apartments and rentals.
Deputy managing editor Jess Bender is a big fan of this under-sink organizer from Simple Houseware. “The area under the sink is like a black hole void of any organization, so it’s very tempting to throw anything under there without rhyme or reason,” says Bender. “But with that comes the fact that you can never find anything amongst the chaos, so having an easy organizational system like this makes it super easy to store bathroom essentials without stressing about the possibility of being out of bandages or cold medicine.”
Hats off to this acrylic baseball cap organizer that is super affordable and requires zero installation. Spruce up your bedroom or home office with this space-saving hat rack that is easy to move and nicely displays all your favorite caps.
“It keeps your caps from getting squashed and losing their shape,” noted Lam.
I [Wise] have a headband obsession and recently purchased this adorable stand to house my 50+ hair accessories. Why do I love it? It doesn’t take up much space and looks super stylish on top of my bookshelf with all the vibrant colors and rhinestones. The best part is that this velvet organizer not only works for headbands but can also hold all your necklaces.
Is your freezer overstocked? You’re in luck! One Shop TODAY contributor tested this budget-friendly storage bin and was pleased with the results.
“The bin’s dividers felt secure after I snapped them into place — a good start considering how much I was about to stuff inside them,” writer Cailey Rizzo said in her review. “In fact, the whole setup process was quick and easy. (I spent way more time clearing out the freezer to find space for it.) After about 15 minutes, I had transformed my parents’ freezer from a cold mess into a cold, navigable food storage system.”
This three-ring binder makes the ultimate gift for the foodie in your life and will help store their favorite family recipes, keeping their kitchen organized.
“I have this [over-the-door organizer] and have used it for years; it holds a surprising amount and took no time to set up, so I am really happy with it,” explains commerce editor Vivien Moon. “I keep it in my bathroom where I need the most storage.”
Updating your outdoor patio furniture? This modern side table is crack-resistant and can keep 12-ounce cans cool for up to 12 hours, according to the brand. It also comes in four hues, including classic white, black, sandstone and gray.
Meet the expert
- Our team features a range of qualified experts and contributors in our broadcast segments to reveal the latest in trends, remarkable sale events and all things shopping across a variety of categories. Products were independently chosen by members of the Shop TODAY team along with Chassie Post.
- Chassie Post is a Shop TODAY contributor, TV host and lifestyle editor. Whether she’s talking fashion and beauty or home and entertaining, Post is known nationwide for covering the latest trends with her keen eye.
- Janelle Lam is a professional home organizer, appearing on The TODAY Show to share organizing solutions for every aspect of your life, as well as holiday organization hacks. She’s also the founder of Straighten Up by Janelle and author of “The Folding Book.”
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