Seven Shoe Storage Solutions for Small Spaces

by Helen Clinton Interior Designer

l A ultra-thin shoe cabinet that is placed behind the door is the most recommended method since it does not take up much space but provides large storage space without drilling the wall. Those thin cabinets usually are featured with tipping-bucket design and some of them come with a built-in stool for shoes changing. For instance, almost 6 to 7 inches deep, the narrow shoe cabinet is able to contain up to 14 pairs of shoes and there is a larger compartment for tall boots.

Ultra-thin Shoe Cabinet with Stool

l Hang the shoe racks over the door. The spaces near the door and on the door play an important role in storing in a cramped house without entryway. Hanging the shoe organizer onto the door will not occupy the flooring space and store plenty of shoes. If you select this method for your home, please make sure your door is firm enough to support the shoe rack and the hanging is safe and stable.

l Make use of the corner space. Apply some separating plates and mount them onto the walls of the corner space. Or directly get the fully-assembled corner cabinet on the right position. This method is easy to finish since the separating plates can be customized by yourself. Dismantle the useless furniture to get the wooden plate or metal plate. Then use the glue or nails to put on the wall.

l Mount shoe rails on the wall or cabinet. It is similar to the third one. The shoe rails can be mounted onto the wall, door, cabinet. I think this resolution fits for rented apartment as the shoe rails onto the cabinet are not so decent and would leave the traces on the surface of the door or cabinet.

l Hang the cabinet onto the wall. Hang the shoe cabinet onto the wall to save the floor area. The first one method - ultra-thin cabinet also can be mounted to the wall. Or you are able to select other types of shoe organizers for your home.

l Apply a shoe storage bench maximize the storage space. Try to opt for a bench with storage to keep your shoes. Every kind of bench can comes with underneath drawers or cabinets, e.g.: a shoe changing stool, a dining chairs, a bedroom chair. If your current bench has no storage, purchase some division boards or storage racks and DIY available for the bench.

l Install the hidden drawers or shelves under the sofa or bed. The spaces under the storage bed and sofa are great for saving the shoes that you don’t wear frequently. Use the sliding shoe drawers to organize your sneakers, slippers, boots and sandals. However, it is not convenient to change shoes immediately after you get back to home.

Storage Bed