It doesn’t take much to create clutter in the house and become disorganized. If you’re looking to tidy up your home this summer and don’t want to break the bank, you’re in luck. We’ve got some beneficial tips and tricks to maximize your space in no time!
To aid users in their quest for simplicity, professional home organizer Janelle Lam stopped by Jenna & Friends to share her must-have home storage essentials — all under $40. From a personal label maker to a stackable water bottle holder, these handy items will assist in solving all your home storage woes... and leave ample space for activities!
Keep scrolling to find the best storage essentials from top retailers like Amazon, Walmart and Target — starting at only $12. To round out the list, we also added a handful of noteworthy picks, including editor favorites.
The best storage essentials to maximize your space seen on Jenna & Friends
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," says Lam. "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!" shares 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," suggests 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!" raves 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."
More storage essentials to shop
Store your winter clothes safely under your bed with these airtight compression bags. These reusable plastic bags are BPA-free, great for travel, and help keep items protected from dirt and grime. Please note that a vacuum is required for compression.
These stainless-steel suction cup hooks come in a pack of two and require zero drilling.
Senior 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,” said 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,” notes 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 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.
This compact storage box is great for housing pool toys, garden tools and more with a weight capacity of 170 pounds. This lockable storage bin also doubles as a single patio seat or table, providing you with additional space outdoors for your guests.
“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
- 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.”
How we chose
The Shop TODAY editors and writers search the internet to find the best products out there. We interview expert sources and use our own personal experiences with the products and brands to make shopping easier for our readers. To choose the best storage essentials, we spoke with an expert organizer and included popular home and kitchen products to help with organization.
As an editorial team, we independently create content and determine coverage based on research, reporting and what we think TODAY.com readers would like to read about. The goal of our content is to provide a service and inform readers who are on the hunt for the latest products to help make their life better. Items are sold by retailer, not TODAY. Pricing and availability are accurate as of publish time. Learn more about Shop TODAY.
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