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29 Products That’ll Rescue Anyone Living In A Tragically Storage-Free Home

Because no one’s ever said they need less storage.

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by Elizabeth Lilly BuzzFeed BuzzFeed Staff

As a Deputy Editorial Director for BuzzFeed’s shopping team, I love to get into the weeds of why a product’s worth the money by deep diving into customer reviews, and product-testing as much as possible.

1. A fluted sideboard (you can double up on, like this reviewer did) in case you want an investment that'll work with a variety of decor styles but you still have an appreciation for gorgeous things. 

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Promising review: "I’m using this cabinet in my living room, and it looks amazing. The fluted design gives it a stylish, modern-retro fee,l and the oak finish is really warm. It feels sturdy and well-made, not flimsy at all. The drawers are smooth, and there’s plenty of storage for decor and everyday items. Easy to assemble and totally elevated my space." —Yana

Get it from Amazon for $239.99.

2. A trio of decorative boxes that come in a horde of prints so you can FINALLY organize your family's photo collection and eventually work your way into actually putting them in albums. Regardless of how long that takes, these will at least ensure your home office looks tidier!

Amazon

Promising review: "These are pretty sturdy and a good size to keep photos or letters in, which is what I use them for. Nice pattern, lovely blue color with flowers." —Dog Mom Dani

Get them from Amazon for $46.50 (available in 12 styles).

3. A tiered seagrass scalloped storage tower that'll fit in a surprising number of small spaces throughout your home. It's *so* cute that you might want to buy doubles! (Triples is best.)

World Market

Promising review: "Perfect height for our chair. Blends nicely with our furniture. Three shelves hold all our odds and ends in a handy location." —anonymous

Get it from World Market for $90.99.

4. A retro-leaning side buffet with transparent doors to hint at where you put what, but still obscure a bit of what's inside from guests. However, if you want to completely hide your mess within, there are several opaque door options!

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Promising review: "I love this piece of furniture. It went together easily enough. It's bigger than I expected and truly so cute. Worth the price, no complaints." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $84.99+ (available in three colors and five door variations).

5. A Baroque-inspired medicine cabinet (that you can either have your contractor install in a recess *or* hang like a regular cabinet) with major vibes to *that* Anthro mirror. But at a budget-friendlier price!

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Promising review: "This mirrored storage cabinet is very sturdy, and the door closes securely. My contractor had an easy time of installing it, so it is recessed into the wall, but it can be hung without having to do so. I have brushed chrome fixtures in my bathroom, so I spray-painted the trim silver and added some glitter (which I love). It looks beautiful, and has decent storage capacity." —Kindle Customer

Get it from Amazon for $175.99+ (available in four types).

6. A printed canvas nightstand you might have to get specific about in your will because anyone who sees it will want it. 

Anthropologie

Get it from Anthropologie for $998 (available in six prints; also available as a bookcase).

7. An accent cabinet with tambour doors (psst, that means the doors are slatted and can easily roll open or closed) that'll be the perfect place to stash cookbooks, half-drank liquor bottles that aren't so pretty, or maybe even your DVD collection because it's 2026 and we're building our own physical Criterion closets!

Mariam, Pickering, ON / Wayfair, Evan / Wayfair

Promising review: "Such a beautiful piece. I get comments on it all the time. Perfect for the dining room to hold board games for the family!" —Teresa, Deerfield, NH

Get it from Wayfair for $126.99 (available in three finishes).

8. A burl wood sideboard if you wanna be trendy but not TOO trendy. This wood type is having a moment, but it's still timeless!

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Promising review: "Absolutely gorgeous and wonderful quality. It took a while to assemble, but it was fairly straightforward and easy enough to do alone (with a drill!)." —Hannah

Get it from Amazon for$279.99 (available in two finishes).

9. A set of rustproof shower caddiesthat come in pink! Which is extremely important, but it comes in other pretty finish colors like gold and brushed silver to turn your tiled surround into Everything Shower Central.

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Each comes with an adhesive made to hold up to 40 lbs. 

Promising review: "These were super easy to hang, and they hold a lot more weight than I was expecting! Definitely happy with this purchase." —TAHSIAH

Get the five-pack from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in six finishes).

10. A massive Ikea storage unit will create all kinds of nooks and crannies to stash stuff, including a combination of glass cabinet doors and closed-off storage because you'd love to display some dishes and books. Backup batteries? Not so much.  

IKEA

Promising review: "I purchased the storage combination of three units in all black. It looks even better in person. Yes, it is three separate units assembled side by side, but it reads as one large piece. The bookcase is a cinch to assemble for anyone with a bit of Ikea experience. The storage units with glass doors are more complicated. I had our resident expert put them together.  The patterned bottom to the drawers was a fun and unexpected design touch. The knobs are especially nice and the adjustable/leveling legs are exactly what I needed in this old Victorian. Pegs holding shelves are not visible, great design touch!" —Anonymous

Get it from Ikea for $1,247 (available in five colors).

11. A pile fleece ottoman with some storage space inside that'll be the perfect size to tuck under a console, desk, or just into a corner where you could use an extra perch. 

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Promising review: "Cute and functional! Very sturdy too. I'm able to put my blankets in there." —Jeice

Get it from Amazon for $36.09+ (available in two colors/styles).

12. A freestanding over-the-toilet cabinet that'll be equal parts useful and lovely to look at. And it'll be even handier if your bathroom came with a pedestal sink instead of a vanity with storage underneath. Sigh. 

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Promising review: "Great shelf for the price! Pretty easy to put together! I like that you can switch the toilet paper holder to either side." —Vida

Get it from Amazon for$119.98+ (available in 10 colors).

13. LoveShackFancy x PB Teen ottoman you won't get carded for using if your eyebrows are still recovering from '90s overplucking.  

PB Teen

Get it from PB Teen for$249 (also available in pink).

FYI, there are lots more cute products in LoveShackFancy collab!

14. A water hyacinth basket to hide six XL rolls of TP in plain sight. No need to reach out to the door and yell for whomever's around the next time you're stuck on the toilet the last TP square on a roll. 

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Promising review: "Beautiful basket. Holds six rolls of Scott (the large size) with no issue. Perfect for bathroom with no storage." —longing for home

Get it from Amazon for $42.99.

15. And a scalloped open basketmade of the same material that'll perfectly fit on the back of your toilet. There are certain things you just need right there. Might as well corral 'em into a pretty container! 

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Promising review: "I love the uniqueness of the scalloped edges. It looks beautiful and different from typical storage baskets. The quality is superb and very well made. The woven material feels sturdy and high-end, and it fits perfectly on top of my toilet. I've received so many compliments on it already." —Costlea

Get it from Amazon for $17.99.

16. A wavy console table can squeeze in a little open storage while transforming a plain expanse of wall that otherwise gets overlooked. It's fun (but not Pee-wee's Playhouse level of fun) while still looking elegant. 

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Promising review: "Such a beautiful piece!! The piece is very sturdy and it is just like the picture! I would highly recommend this. I love how there is storage on the top and underneath." —Rattermans

Get it from Amazon for $125.99+ (available in two finishes).

17. A cool handmade nightstand you can later gesture to and say, "Oh, this? It's German and made from an upcycled oil drum" to your neighbor who's always trying to one-up you.  

LockengeloetHamburg / Etsy

LockengeloetHamburg is a Hamburg-based shop selling variations of this table and other furniture pieces. 

Promising review: "This piece is wonderful! I think of it as "refined industrial". With a great selection of colors. It arrived fast, especially given the distance of travel. My husband is more traditional but much to my surprise, he also loved this piece."  —Susan

Get it from LockengeloetHamburg on Etsy for $261.95+ (available in 16 colors; plus $72.92 for shipping from Germany)

18. A metal Ikea cabinet with traditional-leaning details in case you'd like the best of both worlds. 

IKEA

Promising review: "This is a well-made piece. It was easy to assemble (if you can interpret images), and it has so much charm. The price makes it a steal! It was so well packaged in the box. I told my sister to go get one, and she did. She loves it, too!" —Anonymous

Get it from Ikea for $129.

19. A"stack of chests"that'll give you some solid drawer storage and lend an air of "Oh, I picked this up at an estate sale." 

Amy, Twin Falls, ID / Wayfair, Deva, Chapin, SC / Wayfair

Promising review: "Love it. Met my expectations, and then some. Matches my decor, funky, different and functional. I am sure my friends will complement me on it." —Njwitch

Get it from Wayfair for $179.99.

20. An iron rattan shoe cabinet that comes with five (adjustable shelves) so you can make room for your expansive footwear collection instead of tripping over spare sneakers!

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Promising review: "Great cabinet, and holds 20 pairs of shoes for us, which is awesome! It's solid, and made with quality materials! Would recommend!" —sue h.

Get it from Amazon for $159.99.

21. A scalloped coat rack and shelf with nine brass hooks in case you need a mudroom but you really just have a small hallway and not a lot of floor space going on. 

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Promsing review: "The perfect shelf for our entryway! Love the scallop details and brass accents. It fit the small, awkward space near our front door and made what used to be a useless corner have a purpose. It comes in a larger size, too! So fun to style the shelf for every season as well. And I love their mix of walnut wood! Definitely a great shelf to add to your home." —Kaley C.

Get it from Article for $89+ (available in two shelf sizes, two wood finishes, and two hook finishes).

22. A carved wood peacock cabinet that'll steal the show no matter where you put it. But equally importantly, it's closed storage space where you can stash all kinds of ugly necessities.

World Market

Promising review: "I can't wait to use this cabinet for the props at my yoga studio. There is plenty of space to put storage bins inside and to hold blankets, blocks etc. It is so beautiful and makes the room and decor feel special." —anonymous

Get it from World Market for $999.99 (also available in a four-door storage cabinet and a two-door storage cabinet).

23. A large storage basket you can use as a clothes hamper, basket storage, or just a spot where you throw everything that currently lives on your coffee table once you get word that a guest is on their way to your place. No judgment!

Expedition Subsahara

Expedition Subsahara is a Black woman–owned small business making colorful woven home goods that’ll add a pop of color to any interior. Founded by Senegal native Sofi Seck, every product is made by African artisans. Twenty percent of all sales go towards a school in Senegal for young girls that focuses on STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math).

Promising review: “I am thrilled with my one-of-a-kind basket handwoven by amazing women in Senegal. I am so excited to have this in my apartment to store towels, sheets, blankets, pillows, etc. Highly recommend!” —Jennifer Boyer

Get it from Expedition Subsahara for $129+ (available in four sizes)

24. Small butterfly hooks that'll hold hand towels in the bathroom, spare totes by the door, and all kinds of lighter-weight things!

Amazon

Promising review: "Needed something to hang/organize my daughter’s bracelets and necklaces. These were a great addition to her room and added to the design. Easy to install. Thinking of purchasing another set." —Katelyn

Get two from Amazon for $18.99.

25. A floating nightstand to provide the perfect little perch for your reading glasses, water carafe, alarm clock, AND current read. So really, the essentials. 

Meybab Wood / Etsy

Meybab Woodis a small family business based in Turkey. 

Promising review: "These nightstands are perfect! I needed a table that would offer storage without occupying a lot of floor space, and these tables delivered. They are so well-made and were very easy to install. They look great in my space, too!" —Tori Otten

Get it from Meybab Wood on Etsy for$199.10+ (available in two sizes, four finishes, and with or without built-in LED).

26. A credenza with gorgeous detailson the doors can give just a peek at what's inside without actually giving away anything. 

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Promising review: "This piece looks perfect in our den, value for money is great, it looks much more high-end, and assembly was easy, too." —Eva DeAngelo

Get it from Amazon for $299.90.

27. A Birch Lane two-drawer console with scalloped edges you can sidle up along the back of your couch to stash remotes, extra batteries, your candy stash, and whatever else your heart so desires. 

Birch Lane

Promising review: "This console is beautiful and works great in a narrow hallway or behind a couch. Its neutral color is lovely and complements my beach house perfectly." —Pallyanna

Get it from Birch Lane for $309 (available in four colors).

28. A custom-built book or plate display to hang flush to the wall in case you can't give up any more floor space to a hutch or bookshelf. These always look so chic!

AppletreeWoodcrafts / Etsy

AppletreeWoodcrafts is a Defiance, Ohio–based shop specializing in these shelves and other display cases.

Promising review: "Love this bookshelf so much! The French gray color is beautiful. Seller was responsive and helpful!" —Alex Adamson

Get it from AppletreeWoodcrafts on Etsy for $295 (available in a range of colors, and with or without plate grooves).

29. A circular lift-top table that won't scream HIDDEN STORAGE like some of its other lift-top cohorts. Psst, the other side opens for stashing stuff, too!

Amazon

Promising review: "Love this thing! Easy to assemble; it just takes a while. Very functional for me, as I can watch TV while I work. Good quality." —Tiffany C.

Get it from Amazon for $139.98+ (available in two finishes).

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Plus, finds from Amazon, Home Depot, Ikea, and Wayfair.

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