With new HDBs getting smaller over the year and the increasing need to maximize Singapore’s space, there is an even greater need to think of new ways to save space around the house. Whether you have just moved into your new HDB BTO, condo, house or have been living them for some time, you are going to accumulate some stuff that you use regularly, and some that you rarely use and will probably never use. You will find your original floor space shrinking with each new acquisition. The reason you get attached to things you hardly ever use is sentimental value. However, it is also important to remember that you are paying for all that uselessly tied up space either through a mortgage or rent. It is therefore time you cleaned up your act through one or several of the following instantly practicable and easy ways.

Under Bed Storage

You have big and largely unused space under your bed. You can utilize this space by having shelves constructed there. If this cannot be done tastefully, then you can replace your bed with one that has drawers underneath. By doing this, you can get rid of that chest of drawers that stands on valuable space in your small bedroom. This will enable you to enjoy a big bed without feeling guilty. It will also give your bedroom a great improvement in free space and feeling of airiness. The neat arrangement will create more harmony in your house.

Shelves on Empty Walls

You would be surprised at the amount of space that can be created by putting up shelves on walls that don’t contain anything. By putting up shelves, you are literally creating space out of air. Sturdy shelves can be used as storage for many items ranging from books to tools. You can also use them to store those space consuming cleaning equipment and agents. Shelves can give you a clean and convenient place to store your extra beddings freeing up space in your closet. They are particularly good on wide corridors outside the bedrooms.

Stackable Boxes

Small items that get misplaced easily are best kept in labelled boxes in which you can tell where everything is. The good thing with stackable boxes is that they all occupy the same space as would be taken by one box. Depending on their size, you can be able to stack between two and six of them one on top of the other. You should get the type with hand holes on the sides to enable you to lift them onto the stack or off with ease. You can either buy the boxes or build them if you are the do it yourself type of person.

Wall Hooks

Things such as back packs and umbrellas occupy a lot of space in your house. They will almost always cause an inconvenience if left on the floor or stuffed in the closet. The best way to store these items is on hooks fastened to the walls. Wall hooks need not be dull and boring. You can get some really stylish hooks which can complement the look of your house. Hooks are useful on wall spaces which are too narrow to fit shelves. All your irregularly shaped but strapped items will be at home on hooks.

Shoe Rack

You would be amazed at how much space in your house can be taken up by shoes. Shoes do not just waste space; they also make a house look untidy. The best way to deal with shoes is to make or buy a shoe rack. You should go for the type of shoe rack that has many levels going up like shelves. This kind takes up much less space as compared to the type that spreads out sideways. If you are still concerned about the space taken by the shoe rack, you can have them installed on the floor inside your closets.

One Clutter Item at a Time

Since you accumulate clutter one item at a time, you have to get rid of it in the same way; one item at a time. This will help you not to get shocked at the amount of unused things you have stacked up over time. You can sell the items you decide to get rid of to whoever needs them and is willing to pay for them. If you can’t get anyone to buy, then you can give them away to your friends or family. You can even give them to strangers since anyone who takes your junk is your friend. You just have to care that you don’t sell or give away items that you actually need and have to buy them again.

If you follow the above awesome tips, you will certainly free up valuable space. That however, is the first step. You have to strive to keep your house free of clutter. You should therefore take the time to put everything in its right place at all times. You will also do well to only buy what you need and avoid impulse buying.