Under Stairs Closet Storage Ideas Diy

The space under your stairs can be a valuable storage area, but it can also be a challenge to organize. Here are a few DIY ideas to help you maximize this space: ### 1. Built-in shelves One of the best ways to organize your under-stairs closet is to install built-in shelves. This will give you a lot of flexibility in terms of how you store your items, and it can be customized to fit your specific needs. To build shelves, you will need: * Plywood or MDF * 1x2 or 1x4 boards * Wood glue * Nails or screws * A drill * A saw * A level First, measure the space under your stairs and determine how many shelves you want to install. Then, cut the plywood or MDF to the desired size. Next, cut the 1x2 or 1x4 boards to the length of the shelves. Attach the boards to the plywood or MDF using wood glue and nails or screws. Finally, level the shelves and secure them to the wall. ### 2. Hanging shelves If you don't want to build permanent shelves, you can install hanging shelves instead. This is a great option if you want to be able to change the configuration of your shelves in the future. To hang shelves, you will need: * Shelves * Shelf brackets * Screws * A drill * A level First, determine where you want to hang the shelves. Then, mark the location of the shelf brackets on the wall. Drill pilot holes for the screws and then screw the shelf brackets into the wall. Finally, hang the shelves on the brackets. ### 3. Drawers Drawers are a great way to store items that you don't need to access on a regular basis. They can be installed under the stairs or on the side of the stairs. To build drawers, you will need: * Plywood or MDF * Drawer slides * Drawer pulls * Wood glue * Nails or screws * A drill * A saw * A level First, measure the space where you want to install the drawers. Then, cut the plywood or MDF to the desired size. Next, cut the drawer slides to the length of the drawers. Attach the drawer slides to the sides of the drawers using wood glue and nails or screws. Finally, install the drawer pulls and level the drawers. ### 4. Baskets Baskets are a great way to store items that you need to access on a regular basis. They can be placed on shelves, in drawers, or on the floor of your under-stairs closet. ### 5. Pegboard Pegboard is a great way to organize tools, supplies, and other small items. It can be installed on the wall or on the inside of the door of your under-stair closet. ### 6. Hooks Hooks are a great way to hang items such as coats, hats, and bags. They can be installed on the wall, on the door of your under-stair closet, or on the back of the stairs. ### 7. Lighting If your under-stairs closet is dark, you will need to install lighting. This will help you to see what you're storing and to find what you need. ### 8. Ventilation If your under-stairs closet is not well-ventilated, it can become musty and damp. To prevent this, install a vent fan or open a window to allow air to circulate. ### 9. Finishing touches Once you have organized your under-stairs closet, you can add some finishing touches to make it look more polished. This could include painting the walls, adding a rug, or installing a curtain.