People Who Organize Homes Swear By These Ways To Make Your Home Much Nicer For Under $30

These plastic organizers come in four sizes — from extra small to large — that you can Tetris inside your drawers to create organization that’s custom to your needs. “This would be my go to for junk drawers,” says Kat Green, founder of Badass Homelife LLC and ADHD organizing specialist and coach. “Junk drawers can still exist and the randomness of items is totally okay, what matters is ease of access to the items which is why these clear different size organizers would be perfect for creating that system!” The set of 25 have a clear, plastic base so you can see what’s inside at a glance. And they come with 100 rubber tabs you can place on the bottom to keep them from slipping and sliding around.

These acrylic dividers have strong clasps that hook onto your shelf to keep your clothes, linens, and more in neat stacks that won’t tip over or get messy. They can be fixed on any shelf up to 0.75 inches wide and have a nonslip mat on the bottom of the clasp to keep them secure. They have sleek rounded corners and the see-through acrylic means they blend in with your shelf barely look like they’re there. “They are great for keeping piles of folded clothes in place on a shelf, they are great for organizing purses on a shelf, and they are great for keeping linens in place in a linen closet,” says Lindsey Mahanna, professional organizer and founder of Clutter to Clarity.

“Storing spices in a kitchen cabinet is not ideal because it is so hard to see what's behind that first row of spices. It is ideal to store spices in a drawer, if you have the space,” Mahanna explains. This acrylic drawer organizer makes storing — and seeing — all your spices easy. It expands from 13 to 26 inches to fit the width of your drawer and creates four visible tiers of spice jars, making it easier to grab what you need at a glance. It can hold up to 60 standard 4-ounce spice jars.

“If your drawer is too shallow to add a tiered organizer, this option is great because it keeps the spices from sliding around [...],” Mahanna recommends. It comes in a 120-inch roll that you can cut to fit the exact size of your drawer. At just 2.4 inches wide, you can place a few next to each other and store your spices lying down. The foam surface is nonslip and prevents them from moving around.

“With any organizational system, you need labels to identify where things go or what’s in a bin,” says Kris Hargrove, professional organizer and founder of Organized by Kris. This budget-friendly label maker connects via Bluetooth to an app that offers over 60 fonts, 12 languages, and 400 borders and designs. It’s compact, which makes it easy to use, and it uses thermal print head, so there’s no need to worry about ink.

Hargrove calls this funest makeup organizer “a pretty and functional organizer to contain all your beauty products and keep your bathroom counter clutter free.” With gold feet and a chic ribbed design, the organizer is not only gorgeous to look at but totally functional. It rotates 360 degrees to help keep everything inside accessible, and it has raised edges so your essentials stay put.

“These bins are my go to for bars and snacks when organizing a pantry,” Hargrove says. “Think protein bars, breakfast bars, granola bars, individual popcorn bags, and crackers.” The set of four comes with three dividers in each, which you can add or remove depending on your food storage needs. If you’re short on space, they have a stackable design and are transparent so you can see what’s inside at a glance.

Finally, a simple and clever way to organize all your food container lids that keeps them stacked and prevents them from falling out all the time. Hargrove loves this YouCopia organizer because it comes with five dividers you can add or remove to customize to the size and width of your container lids. It has built-in handles to help you transport, and it has a super easy set-up that requires no tools.

“I love these drawer bins for under the sink organization,” says Hargrove. “You can keep all your beauty supplies or cleaning supplies nice and organized with these sets.” It’s really their stackable build that makes them stand out — they allow you to use vertical storage space without losing access to everything inside. They have large handles and come with silicone feet that you can add to the bottom to keep them from moving around or scratching your surfaces.

“On the backs of doors or by your entranceway, Command Hooks are an easy, changeable, and removable way to keep your clothing hung up and out of the way without having to reach all the way into the closet for a hanger,” explains Amanda Wiss, founder of NYC-based home organizing company Urban Clarity. This set has a brushed nickel finish that looks built-in and features two hooks that can hold up to 4 pounds. They use super strong adhesive to attach to pretty much any smooth surface — painted walls, finished wood, tiles, and more — and can be easily removed without leaving holes or sticky residue behind.

“I love these adhesive shower shelves to get rid of clutter around the bathroom, and especially the bathtub,” Wiss says. They use super strong adhesive to mount to tile, marble, glass, and metal and can each hold up to 40 pounds of bathtime essentials. Not only do they declutter your space and create a more relaxing shower experience, but because they have a solid white surface — not a wire surface — they have a chic built-in look.

Using vacuum sealed bags to store seasonal clothes, excess linens, and other soft household goods is an exceptional way to save space without getting rid of anything. “They are quick to employ and can be stacked, stood, or tucked in closets, under beds, and anywhere else that's out of sight,” Wiss says. This set comes with four different sizes and includes a travel pump to help you pack super efficiently. Plus, the airtight design protects everything inside from dust and pests during storage.

“Storage bins and cubes are my go to for items that cause visual clutter and don't always have the perfect home,” Wiss says. This set of six bins are made of a breathable but rigid fabric that keeps its shape regardless of how much or how little is inside. They each have two sewn-in handles to make grabbing and moving them easier and they come in a few colors to customize to your home. And when you’re not using them, these bins fold down flat to easily store.

“Under bed storage bins are the perfect way to use up dead space,” Wiss notes. If the area underneath your bed is currently an empty treasure trove of unused storage space, check out these organizers for easy-to-access storage. They have a plastic top so you can see what’s inside at a glance yet are made with a breathable fabric base to keep the contents fresh-smelling. And they even feature built-in handles to make pulling and pushing them out easier.

“Small magnetic hooks are perfect for keeping things easily accessible while staying out of reach of curious little hands by hanging them up high,” says Barbara E. Tanaka, strategic home design and organizing advisor at Real Estate Bees. Tiny but mighty, these hooks are only 0.6 inches wide and 1.4 inches tall, but they can hold up to 10 pounds when installed horizontally or 27 pounds when installed vertically. They’re made from high-quality steel with a super powerful magnet and they can be reused and moved around easily.

“A turntable, or lazy Susan is perfect for organizing pantry corners or upper cabinets,” says Tanaka. Great for storing canned goods, condiments, oils, and other kitchen essentials, the turntable rotates 360 degrees so you can access things in the front or the back. It has a raised rim to prevent things from falling off, and it’s easy to clean in case anything spills. It’s a simple yet genius solution, which is why it has a 4.7-star rating on Amazon.

“A cable box is essential for keeping cords and power strips out of sight, creating a cleaner workspace,” says Tanaka. The ones in this two-pack fit most large power strips inside and have cutouts that allow you to plug in your stuff without excess wires piling up. Plus, the boxes comes with cable clips that adhere to the side of your desk, nightstand, and other surface for further wire organization anywhere you need it.

“The Joseph Joseph utensil organizer is great for small kitchens, making the most of drawer space with its clever tiered design. The angled slots make it easy to grab what you need, and it’s also dishwasher safe,” explains Tanaka. It has three large and two small angled slots that can hold a ton of cutlery in half the space of a large full-drawer organizer. It’s made of bamboo and features built-in icons delineating each tier for a certain type of cutlery.

“Use Command accessories to turn every inch of space into storage — walls, inside cabinet doors, garages, or even shower tiles,” Tanaka says. “They're budget-friendly and perfect for renters.”These Command grippers can be mounted onto a wall in your garage or the inside of a supply closet door to hold onto your brooms, dusters, Swiffers — you name it — to get your cleaning supplies neat and tidy. They each hold up to 4 pounds and fit supplies with handles between 0.8 and 1 inch.

For a renter-friendly way to hang up literally anything, these Command strips use super strong-hook and-loop closures to mount your artwork, shelves, or anything you set your mind to. A set of four extra-large pairs of strips can hold up to 20 pounds. Plus, if you want to redecorate or move, the strips can be removed without peeling paint or leaving any sticky residue behind.

Another Command essential is this elegant and simple shower caddy. It has a wired design that can hold up to 6.5 pounds, and it uses water-resistant adhesive strips to mount onto your tile, glass, metal, or painted bathroom wall. It’s a stylish yet functional place to store your shower essentials and declutter the side of your tub.

“Maximize your vertical kitchen space instead of using up valuable countertop space with a sleek and hygienic wall-mounted magnetic knife strip,” Tanaka says. It comes with a super strong 3M adhesive that affixes to most surfaces — from metal to tile to glass — and features a super strong magnet that can hold your go-to knives. It helps tidy up your countertop while keeping everything you use daily easy to grab.

“These versatile bins come in a variety of sizes and are perfect for keeping everything from pantry items to toiletries in order,” says Chief Professional Organizer at Meat and Potatoes Organizing Cori McDougald. They not only help reduce clutter around your home, but they’re stackable to take advantage of vertical space and clear so you can see what’s inside at a glance. They also have oversized handles to make accessing your things easier.

McDougald loves budget-friendly drawer dividers to organize everything from utensils in the kitchen to bras in your bedroom, saying this solution “creates a sense of calm and prevents drawers from becoming catch-all spaces.” The set comes with four dividers that expand from 17 to 22 inches with nine inserts that fit into pre-cut grooves to add even more organization. It also comes with label stickers to make sure you or your guests know where everything goes.

McDougald loves products like these kitchen shelves, saying risers “double the storage space in cabinets by utilizing vertical height.” That keeps things organized and easy to see and grab. This set of two three-tier shelves can stand side by side or overlap and nest because one set is slightly taller than the other. These shelves are great for displaying condiments or spices in the kitchen, skincare in the bathroom, or trinkets or jewelry on your dresser.

Another product McDougald loves taking advantage of are over the door hooks. “These simple additions help clear up countertops and floors, instantly making a space feel more organized and open,” she says. What’s great about this hook is that it has a super thin bracket that won’t prevent your door from closing. It’s also slightly padded to prevent noise or scratches on your door. It has six strong hooks that are great for hanging towels, robes, clothes, bags, and jackets.

A storage ottoman can “provide both function and beauty, helping to conceal clutter while elevating the space,” McDougald explains. Not only does this faux leather piece work as additional seating and as a great spot to rest your feet — it holds up to 286 pounds — but has a ton of space inside to store blankets, throw pilllows, decoration, and whatever else you need to tuck away, especially if you’re short on space.

McDougald suggests swapping standard decor for functional yet stylish pieces, like these woven baskets. They’re great for little odds and ends like kids’ toys, remotes, fruit, keys, or anything else that doesn’t have a typical home in your home. They’re made of neutral woven white cotton, so they can blend in with any decor style.

“A bed sheet organizer will absolutely transform your linen closet and end the guesswork of what size sheets go on which bed,” notes professional organizer and owner at Living. Simplified. LLC Lauren Saltman. This set of three organizers have a clear plastic window so you can see the pattern on the sheets inside, and a little label area to mark the size or room in which the sheets belong. They’re moisture-proof, dust-proof and bring your linen closet into a whole new organizational dimension.

Saltman loves using uniform slim-line hangers like these to not only transform the look of your closet for a decluttered matching vibe but also take up less overall space so you can hang more. The velvet texture prevents your clothes from slipping, they can hold up to 10 pounds, and the metal hook swivels 360 degrees. They even have small built-in notches to keep spaghetti straps in place.

“If you like to decant your food (I'm thinking of sugar, flour, pasta, cereals and other similar items that are eaten regularly) then look for the Oxo food storage containers,” Saltman says. This container has an airtight seal with a silicone rim and a push design that locks the lid into place and helps keep your food fresh. They come in a ton of sizes from 0.2 to 6 quarts, and they’re stackable if you’re short on space.

“Bamboo drawer organizers can be used in the kitchen, the home office or the bathroom. Available in a variety of sizes, these are perfect to help organize your kitchen utensils, makeup and other supplies in the bathroom and even your pens and pencils in your desk drawer,” Saltman explains. This set is so versatile and comes with five different sizes so you can customize their placement to store everything you need with style.

“These sturdy coated metal drawers are easy to install in cabinets and prevent small jars and packets from getting lost in the back,” says Linda Chu, professional organizer and public speaker at Out of Chaos. Ideal for condiments and spices in your kitchen or skincare and makeup in your bathroom, the two sliding baskets are 14 inches deep and just over a foot tall, making them even great for fridges.

This pan organizer is expandable from 12 to 22 inches and features 9 wired dividers you can move around to fit the width of your pots and pans to make the storage soultion feel custom. “Storing baking sheets, pot lids, cutting boards, and serving trays vertically means you can access them quickly and easily – AND save space in the cupboards,” explains Chu. It’s super easy to assemble and install — no hardware required.

“Wherever or whatever you need to hang, Command Hooks can probably do it,” Chu raves. This set has a brushed nickel finish that’s looks built-in but remains, in classic Command fashion, easy to remove without leaving sticky residue or paint chips behind. Each hook can hold up to 3 pounds, making them great for decluttering your entryway, adding additional storage inside your closet, or holding towels in the bathroom.

According to Chu, these hanging storage bags are “great for beside a bed, chair, or at the doorway so you remember to take everything with you when you leave home.” They adhere to your wall using two adhesive hooks and have a large pouch and three smaller mesh pockets to help you keep all your essentials in one go-to spot. They’re a super clever spot to store your glasses, phone, keys, pet leashes, hand sanitizer, and more.

With adjustable widths, these hanging storage straps can store everything from small umbrellas to tents. Chu loves them because “the buckles make it easy to store and access your items.” They can hold up to 50 pounds and feature high-density polyester straps and very strong reinforced buckles so you can sleep soundly knowing your things are safe and secure.

“Take advantage of the narrow space behind a door with this over-the-door organizer that holds tools, cleaning products, toys, seasonal clothing, etc,” Chu recommends. It features four incredibly durable compartments that can hold anything up to 10 inches tall — think extra supplies in the bathroom, go-to essentials in the kitchen, or clothes or shoes in your closet.

Chu recommends you “use these hooks to hang heavy items to keep your garage, shed, or basement neat and tidy,” and notes they’re especially great for things like bikes and other sports gear, hoses, and gardening tools. They come in four different sizes that, depending on the size and the type of wall it’s installed on, can hold anywhere from 17 to 77 pounds. They’re made of heavy-duty iron with a nonslip rubber coating to prevent scratching and a raised end to keep things extra secure.

Declutter your kitchen countertop and store your knives inside a drawer with this super useful organizer. It has notches to store up to 11 knives with carved grooves that allow you to take them out easily. It has an expandable tray on the side that’s great for organizing other cutlery or utensils. And it has a nonslip bottom mat to keep everything secure.

Pro tip: “Have a large kitchen drawer and lots of knives? Place two next to each other to fill the drawer and house them all beautifully!” says Erin Gaskins, Redefiner-in-Chief at Room Redefined.