18 Genius Under-the-Sink Storage Ideas to Organize Your Cabinets
Make the most of your bathroom and kitchen space with these handy store-bought and DIY options from Pinterest.
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When it comes to your bathroom and kitchen, storage is key. If you start to feel short on space, it may be time to rethink your set-up, no matter how much you love the overall look. And when it comes to kitchen organization ideas and bathroom storage options, don't forget to utilize the cabinets under your sink. To help you get started, we rounded up an array of under-the-sink storage ideas from Pinterest that you can DIY or find in store.
Our creative list includes the best ways to give the area under your sink a spacious upgrade, especially when it comes to displaying hair accessories, bath essentials, cleaning items, pots and more. Some are dollar store finds (Lazy Susans included) that make smart solutions for keeping towels, makeup and other daily items in place (check out these small bathroom storage ideas if you're looking to make your space clutter-free). From using hooks on cabinet doors to adding tiered shelves and vertical drawers, these expert-approved organizing tips will keep your bathroom area clean and neatly-arranged.
And if you want more solutions, check out these sneaky ways to organize your whole house, laundry room ideas for even the smallest of spaces and budget-friendly pantry tips for clever and sleek storage.
Hooks
Make another use for those unneeded shower hooks. Gloves, brushes and light cleaning essentials can be hung on the cabinet doors, especially if you use a rod.
Tiered Sliding Shelves
A sliding two-tiered shelf makes it easy to slide everything out of cabinets for viewing. Keep lighter items you use often at the top and heavier ones that you are less likely to look for daily at the bottom.
Message Board
A small message board under the sink is a creative and unique way to keep tabs on everything you need for the kitchen and bathroom. Whenever you find yourself running out of bottles and supplies you typically keep under the sink, write it on the board as a reminder to grab some at the store.
Lazy Susans
With Lazy Susans, you can store an array of items in a compact space. Using a clear divided turntable like this one helps you see the products despite them being close together. Plus, you can add labels.
Refrigerator Wine Bins
Who would have thought that refrigerator wine bins could be used in places other than the refrigerator and for objects other than wine? Make sure to pick the right size and use them for rolls of garbage bags.
Vertical Divider Shelves
Those trays and racks will make a great fit for vertical shelves you install inside cabinets. You won't have to worry about taking some out in order to get the tray you want.
Under-the-Sink Rolls
Tired of scrambling to get your trash bags from their boxes or from the drawer you tossed them in? DIY trash bag rolls using curtain rods or purchase them to install under the sink.
Magazine Racks
Mount a magazine rack to the side of the door to hold your foil, Saran wrap and sandwich bags. And if you're installing it in the bathroom, adding one for magazines is another clutter-free touch.
Stacking Plastic Bins
These bins work well if the space under your sink is large (and wide enough) to fit them. Make sure they're stackable and consider adding labels to the front so you know exactly what the bins hold.
Tension Rod
If you're short on space, look no further than a tension rod. It's the perfect spot to rest household cleaners that are packaged in spray bottles.
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Under-Sink Shelving
A compact shelf can be handy for holding everything from aluminum foil to food storage bags.
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Pull-Out Drawers
Nothing's worse than struggling to find items in a crammed cabinet. Access your belongings easily by opting for pull-out drawers.
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Shelves for Pots
Looking for a clearer view of your pots and pans? Consider a multi-tiered shelf that also boasts visual appeal.
Lower Cabinet Doors
Dealing with already-full lower cabinets? Make the most of your space by adding small baskets to the inside of your doors.
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Labeled Bins
You'll have no issues finding exactly what you need if your storage bins are labeled clearly. Use a black marker or buy white labels to write on.
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Durable Caddy
While it may bring you back to your college dorm days, a shower caddy is a brilliant under-the-sink storage option. Use one to group similar items such as cleaning supplies. Bonus: It can easily be carried around the house when it's time to tackle any household projects.
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Air-Tight Containers
The perfect home for items like detergent pods are clear air-tight containers that make it easy to see when you need to replenish your supply.
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Wire Baskets
Neatly corral items in wire baskets in varied sizes. Plus, they even boast visual appeal despite holding your toiletries.
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Monique Valeris is the home design director for Good Housekeeping, where she oversees the brand's home decorating coverage across print and digital. Prior to joining GH in 2020, she was the digital editor at Elle Decor. In her current role, she explores everything from design trends and home tours to lifestyle product recommendations, including writing her monthly column, "What's in My Cart."
Mariah Thomas (she/her) is an assistant editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers home and lifestyle content. Mariah has more than four years of editorial experience, having written for TLC, Apartment Therapy, Women's Health and Avocado Magazine. She received her master's degree in journalism at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism and published her first book, Heart and Soul: Poems of Thoughts and Emotions, in 2019. She's also the founder of RTF Community, a platform for creatives of color to connect, learn and showcase their work.
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