How to Organize a Shed
Simple storage solutions for a clutter-free shed.
Organizing your shed creates a stress-free outdoor space. Ready to find the best ways to declutter yours? Whether you’re storing tools or garden supplies, keep reading for everything you need to know about how to organize a shed.
Hanging storage solutions help maximize floor space within your shed. Opt for wall-mounted shelving of outdoor supplies, decor, or plants for a natural flair. Hanging shelves create a streamlined look while keeping these items off the floor and easily accessible.
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2. Add a Rolling Cart
A rolling cart is the ideal storage solution for everything from tools to garden supplies – it allows you to easily transport everything you need in and out of the shed while keeping your items neatly organized. Whether you go for a solid wood rolling cart or the blue option featured above for a pop of color, there’s an option for every preference.
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3. Organize by Season
To maximize efficiency, consider organizing your shed by season. It can be used for summer essentials like patio cushions, then swapped out for spring gear like the rain boots, gardening gloves, and shovels featured in the image above. A seasonal organization system is simple to navigate, minimizes clutter, and keeps everything you need conveniently close at hand.
When deciding how to organize a shed, consider turning one corner into a functional workspace. Whether you bring in a desk, folding table, or simple storage bench, a workspace provides a quiet, dedicated space for tackling DIY projects, gardening, or checking items off your to-do list. Creating a central location for everything you’ll need to tackle the task at hand will keep your shed organized.
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5. Pick Clear Containers
Clear storage containers are functional and seamlessly blend into any shed style. Translucent options allow you to locate the items you’ll need before even opening your storage devices. From large stackable bins to small desktop containers, there is a clear storage option to keep every shed tidy. Use these selections to organize small items like nails and screws or large off-season selections like hefty winter coats.
Wall hooks are a simple way to organize all of your shed essentials, from paintbrushes to shovels. Hanging these items makes them easily accessible, frees floor space, and creates a streamlined look. Whether you choose freestanding, wall-mounted, or over-the-door hooks, there are options for every shed.
The storage bench is a versatile addition to any shed. It provides a designated space to keep items like tools or shoes, all while shielding these items from debris. A storage bench also provides comfortable seating to put on your shoes or rest in between chores.
Easily organize small tools, appliances, or other items within your shed storage by adding drawer dividers or trays. These simple organizational tools make categorizing your items easy and prevent them from getting lost within a drawer of larger items.
For those with a green thumb, a shed is a great spot to create a dedicated gardening station. Whether you add a potting table or planters, a gardening station keeps your supplies organized while preventing soil from dirtying the rest of your shed. Plus, it’s an easy way to add a decorative touch to your space.
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10. Pick a Pegboard
A pegboard is a multipurpose way to save space in your shed while keeping it organized. Use it to hang tools, painbrushes, or the baskets featured above for storing other shed supplies. A pegboard allows you to easily access these items while lending your outdoor escape a clean and functional aesthetic.
