Smart Storage Solutions for Bulky Items in Your Home 📦✨By Elevated Mess | Professional Home Organizing in Los Angeles, CA
Bulky items like blankets, suitcases, seasonal decor, and large kitchen appliances can take over your home if not stored properly. In a busy city like Los Angeles, maximizing storage space is key to keeping your home functional and clutter-free. At Elevated Mess, we help clients find smart ways to store bulky items while keeping them accessible and organized.
Here are our top tips for storing bulky items efficiently.
1. Declutter Before You Store 🧹
Start by evaluating your bulky items:
Do you really need it?
Is it broken or outdated?
Can it be donated or sold?
Reducing the number of bulky items makes storage much easier and frees up valuable space.
2. Use Clear, Stackable Bins 📦
Clear bins allow you to see contents at a glance, while stackable designs maximize vertical space. Label each bin clearly so you don’t have to dig through multiple boxes.
Pro tip: Keep heavier items on the bottom and lighter items on top to prevent crushing.
3. Store Items by Frequency of Use 🔄
Everyday bulky items (like large blankets) should be easily accessible
Seasonal or rarely used items (holiday decor, luggage) can go in higher shelves, under beds, or in closets
Organizing by frequency ensures your most-used items are easy to reach.
4. Use Vertical Space Wisely 🏗️
Take advantage of vertical storage in closets, garages, or storage rooms:
Install shelving units for bins and boxes
Use tall wardrobes or cubbies for larger items
Consider wall hooks or racks for bikes, strollers, or sporting equipment
Vertical storage keeps bulky items off the floor and out of the way.
5. Vacuum-Seal Soft Items 🛏️
For blankets, comforters, pillows, and seasonal clothing, vacuum-sealed bags are a game-changer. They drastically reduce volume and protect items from dust, moisture, and pests.
6. Label Everything 🏷️
Even with bins and containers, labeling is key. Include the type of item, season, or purpose on each container to make retrieval quick and easy.
7. Consider Custom Storage Solutions ✨
For extremely bulky or awkwardly shaped items, custom shelving, under-bed storage, or built-in cabinets can make a huge difference. At Elevated Mess, we help Los Angeles clients create storage systems that fit their lifestyle and space perfectly.
Need Help Organizing Bulky Items? 🌿
If bulky items are taking over your home, Elevated Mess can help. We provide personalized solutions for storing large items, seasonal decor, and everything in between—so your Los Angeles home feels calm, functional, and clutter-free.
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