Genius Things That Declutter Your Crap & Give You Peace of Mind

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By Maura Ende
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Few things make it harder to focus than knowing there’s clutter lurking somewhere in your home—even if you can’t see it from your desk. As someone who can’t even fire off an email when my shoe rack is a mess, I get it. This list is full of surprisingly simple organizational hacks that will not only make your home (and car) look so much nicer, they'll also give you some much-needed peace of mind. Because while you can't buy a filing system for your thoughts, you can buy one for your important documents—and that's almost as good.

01A Set Of Filing Folders For Your Extra Bedding

Having extra bedding on hand can reduce headaches later, but digging through a disorganized linen closet is never fun. These bed sheet organizers come with labels so you know exactly what size sheets are inside, and they’re designed to minimize the amount of space a full set of sheets and pillowcases takes up in your closet.

02A Sliding Bin That Expands Your Drawer Space

Do you have one of those drawers in your kitchen that’s constantly getting stuck because you’re trying to store a few too many utensils in it? This sliding drawer bin is the solution you probably didn’t know existed. It sits just on top of your drawer, creating an extra layer of storage while minimizing clutter.

03A Medicine Organizer With Multiple Levels

This tiered medicine organizer is one of the easiest ways to declutter your bathroom cabinet. It has three levels, so you can keep your most commonly used medications on top and your backup supplies in the bin at the bottom. Each layer has multiple removable trays, and the whole thing has a sturdy closure and carrying handle so you can take it with you when you travel.

04Wall-Mounted Baskets You Can Stick Anywhere

These wire storage shelves are especially great for stashing taller items like bottles of oil and vinegar or boxes of extra trash bags. They install using self-adhesive backing, so you don’t need special tools to set them up, and they have a low-profile design that makes them a great choice for popping on the insides of your cabinet doors.

05A Cord Hider That Makes Your TV Look More Expensive

When you’ve spent a lot of time and money setting up a home entertainment center, the last thing you want to do is look at a tangle of cables on the wall while you watch your favorite movie. This cable converter uses self-adhesive backing and is made from a fire-retardant material that can be painted over so it matches your wall.

06Wire Baskets That Slide Under Shelves

These wire baskets increase your storage space by sliding underneath shelves you already have. They don’t require any tools or adhesive to install, and you can use them in just about any room in your home. Pop one underneath your desk to keep your pens and notebooks organized, or try them in the pantry as a landing zone for grab-and-go snacks.

07A Heavy-Duty Over Door Organizer

This over-door organizer can handle a whopping 80 pounds of weight, making it a great choice for using in your garage or laundry room. It can handle tools, cleaning supplies, and other heavy-dury items, and has five tiers of individual compartments so you can easily put things back where you found them.

08A Slim Rolling Cart That Fits In Tiny Spaces

If you think you don’t have space for a rolling cart in your kitchen or bathroom, you haven’t tried this one. At just 4.9 inches wide, you can fit it in even the most compact spaces. The four shelves can be adjusted so you can find the right configuration to suit your needs, and it’s on wheels so you can move it around with ease.

09The Car Purse Holder That’s Lowkey Life-Changing

It’s entirely too easy for the contents of your purse or tote bag to spill all over the floor of your car when you brake suddenly or take a sharp turn. Plus, it’s not exactly easy to fumble around in a bag while you’re driving if you need to grab your sunglasses or a water bottle. This bag is designed to sit between the two front seats so you can easily get what you need without making your car feel cluttered.

10A Simple Box That Can Hold All Your Cables

Instead of shoving your extra charging cables in a drawer and forgetting about them, get this cable storage box. It has seven individual compartments with an adjustable design, so you can make the box fit your cables instead of the other way around. It also comes with a set of easy-to-use cable ties, which can also be used for small tools, stationery, or beauty products.

11A Fireproof Organizer For Your Important Documents

This document holder is both waterproof and fire-resistant, so it will protect your most important documents from just about anything life throws at it. It boasts thirteen individual pockets for things like passports, receipts, and medical paperwork, including built-in alphabetized folders and smaller slip pockets for cards. It comes in four colors, as well as hard- and soft-shell options.

12A Hanging Basket For Solitary Socks

There’s nothing worse than pulling your favorite sock out of the laundry and realizing that the other one is missing. Instead of turning it into a mismatched pair, you can pop it in this clever wall-mounted basket so you’ll know exactly where the lone sock is when its mate eventually turns up.

13A Pad Of Tear-Off Filing Folders

Are you the kind of person who likes to take notes on your notes? If so, you’ll love this file folder notepad. It comes with a dozen tear-off filing folders with a wide ruling on the front, back, and interior, plus tabs that are easy to label. They come in a bunch of colors, and have hundreds of glowing reviews from fans who say things like “I love this concept. They are the best folders ever.”

14A Box That Can Hide A Power Strip

This cable management box is designed to fit a 10.5-inch power cord, which means it’s super easy to make your desk space or TV area look so much neater. It features ventilation to keep your electronics from overheating as well as multiple rear entry points so your cables won’t get tangled up inside of it.

15An Adjustable Shelf That Doesn’t Require Drilling

Rearranging your entire life might seem like a stretch, but at least you can use this shelf to rearrange your closet. The adjustable design uses tension, so you don’t need to worry about drilling into your wall or using self-adhesive backing. It comes in seven different sizes, so you can find one that works for your space.

16Rolling Bins That Slip Underneath The Bed

Under-bed storage is a great idea in theory, but if it’s difficult to use, it’s not as practical as it seems. These under-bed storage containers function more like a set of drawers. They’re on wheels, so it’s easy to pull them out and push them back in, and they have a pretty floral design on the outside that makes them look like part of the furniture.

17A Magnetic Shelf For Cooking Essentials

This clever magnetic shelf snaps to the top of your stove, creating a handy landing zone for salt, pepper, spices, and cooking oils that you use too frequently to keep in a cabinet. It’s made from heat-resistant silicone with an internal raised pattern that prevents heat and moisture from building up. You can also toss it in the dishwasher for easy cleaning.

18A Set Of Stackable Cabinet Shelves

These stackable shelves are designed to maximize your cabinet space, and are particularly great for making it easier to store and access your dishes. They have a sturdy wood-and-metal design that can hold up to 33 pounds each, so you can also use them for pots and pans or pantry items.

19A Zip-Top Shoe Bin With A See-Through Top

This fabric shoe organizer can hold up to 16 pairs of shoes in its cubby-style interior, and the clear lid means you can see which shoes you’ve stored inside without rummaging through it. The dividers have an adjustable design so you can store everything from flats to boots inside. The lid has a sturdy zipper that can hold up to daily use, and the side handles make it easy to move and carry. When

20A Rotating Bathroom Counter Caddy

The elegant rotating lid of this bathroom caddy is perfect for keeping dust and debris off of your makeup brushes or dental care products. It has three interior compartments of different heights to stash things like lipsticks, razors, and toothpaste tubes, and there are nonslip pads on the bottom so it won’t slide around on the counter.

21A Set Of Collapsible Closet Bins With Slide-Out Drawers

These closet bins can be stacked to create a customized closet space, and folded up when you’re not using them. The slide-out drawers make them so much easier to keep organized that typical clothing bins that you’d need to rummage through, and they set up and install in minutes—no tools required.

22A Clever Dispenser For Zip-Top Bags

This bag dispenser has slots for four different sizes of disposable zip-top bags, and it will make the drawers in your kitchen feel way less chaotic. You can remove the lid with the touch of a button to refill without any fuss once it’s empty, and it takes up so much less space than four individual boxes would.

23A Set Of Chic Cotton Rope Baskets

Cotton rope baskets are kind of the unsung heroes of home storage. They soft-sided design makes them especially good for odd-shaped items or things that could benefit from a little squish and stretch, and they look way more aesthetically pleasing than boxes. These baskets are sold in a pack of three, have a generous 22-liter capacity, and come with convenient built-in handles.

24A Sleek Toilet Paper Basket

It’s never a bad idea to keep a few extra rolls of toilet paper in the bathroom, but having it piled up on the back of the toilet can make your bathroom look messy. This bin can hold up to 12 standard rolls of toilet paper, and the slim design means it will fit in even tiny bathrooms that don’t have a lot of storage space.

25A Trash Bag Dispenser With A Bonus Shelf

This trash bag dispenser looks so much nicer than a cardboard box, and it makes it way easier to tear a single bag off the roll. The bamboo lid doubles as an extra shelf, and if you get more than one, you can stack them to create a modular storage system.

26A Pill Dispenser You Can Toss In A Tote

Getting your pills mixed up is both annoying and stressful, especially if you’re on the go. This pill bottle comes with seven built-in compartments and a wide-mouth, tumbler-style lid that can dispense larger pills with ease. It comes with an adjustable strap for easy carrying, and is available in a few different colors.

27Stacking Bins That Keep Your Freezer Clutter-Free

Few chores are more unpleasant than defrosting and deep cleaning your freezer, but keeping your freezer clean and organized will increase the time between deep cleans. This set of stackable freezer bins is particularly well-suited for use in deep chest freezers, since you can create multiple storage layers.

28A Simple Hack For Overhauling Your Pantry

This can rack boasts over 5,000 glowing five-star ratings from fans on Amazon who say it’s a game-changing storage hack. “If you are looking to easily organize your cans in your pantry this is the thing to do it! Everything fits just as pictured and it is really easy to put together,” wrote one satisfied buyer. It’s the perfect thing to buy if you’re looking to overhaul your food storage situation.

29Hard-Shell Cases With Sturdy Zippers

These hard-shell zippered cases can be used for so many different things, like small toys, crafting, stationery supplies, and tools. They’re also TSA-approved for use as toiletry bags when you fly, so you don’t have to worry about your beauty products getting roughed up when they go through a security screening.

30Clips That Keep Your Appliance Cords Coiled

These clever clips attach to the side of your appliances with self-adhesive backing and will help keep long cords neatly coiled when they’re not in use. It’s one of the simplest ways to declutter your kitchen counters, and the clips work on both flat and curved surfaces.

31A Water Bottle Organizer That Can Hold Your Entire Collection

There’s no such thing as having too many water bottles—as long as you have some kind of storage solution so they don’t take over your entire kitchen. This water bottle rack has an adjustable design that can hold up to nine water bottles of varying sizes, and it has nonslip feet to keep it securely in place in your cabinets or on your counter.

32Under-Bed Storage That Folds When You’re Not Using It

The thing about many large storage containers is that they take up a lot of space, even when you’re not using them. This set of under-bed storage bags has a foldable design that makes them easy to stash in a closet when you don’t need them. They’re great for storing bulky items like extra blankets and sweaters, and the side handles make them easy to move around.

33Tiered Plastic Bins That Look Super Stylish

Not all storage bins are created alike. This tiered set of stackable organizers has pretty rigid translucent doors with buckles and magnetic closures, so whatever you’ve put inside is both secure and easy to access. The wheels have 360-degree action for easy movement as well as a locking mechanism to keep them in place.

34Bands That Keep Your Bedsheets Together

Keeping your linen closet organized is harder than it seems, but these oversized labeled bands make it a little bit easier. They’re sold in a pack of four, and each one can hold a full set of sheets, so they won’t get mixed up when you put them away in a hurry. They come in Twin, Queen, and King size options.

35A Hidden Toilet Brush

A toilet brush is a necessity, but you might not want to stare at it every time you use the restroom. This brush has a cleverly designed holder that attaches to the back of your toilet, thanks to a hook that clips onto the back of the tank. The holder is adjustable to fit different-sized toilets, and it makes cleaning your bathroom way easier.

36A Pack Of Storage Totes For Out Of Season Clothes

These zip-top storage bins boast over 4,400 perfect five-star ratings on Amazon from shoppers who praise the spacious interiors and say they’re a game-changer when it comes to seasonal clothing storage. “You can fit a lot in these. I have one storing all my gift bags, another with bedding items, and another with clothes. Having the clear plastic ‘window’ makes it easy to see what’s inside,” wrote one fan.

37Apothecary Jars For Cotton Swabs And Floss Picks

If you’re still keeping your single-use personal care items in their original packaging, it’s time for an upgrade. This set of four apothecary-style jars is perfect for stocking with cotton swabs, floss picks, and other bathroom necessities. The clear design makes it easy to tell when you’re about to run out of something, and they look so much nicer than half-empty cardboard boxes.

38Genius Drawer Organizers That Tackle Small Clutter

Drawer organizers are not one-size-fits-all, which is why we love this modular insert set. It comes with 25 pieces in different shapes and sizes, so you can customize your storage system to meet your needs. They’re especially great for beauty products, but also work well for sewing rooms or kitchen drawers.

39Dividers That Keep Your Underwear Drawer From Descending Into Chaos

Keeping your underwear drawer organized is way easier when there’s an individual compartment for each bra or pair of socks. This 12-pack of drawer dividers has a whopping 116 slots for all of your smaller clothes items, so putting your clothes away after laundry day is a much simpler proposition.

40An Insert To Organize Your Biggest Tote Bags

If you’re the kind of person who loves a giant tote bag that can hold everything you need for a full day of work, errands, and social events, get ready to fall in love with this bag insert. It’s made from durable felted wool and has 13 pickets, including both slip and zippered options, so you can actually find your stuff quickly instead of fishing around for your keys.

41The MVP Of Your Next Road Trip

Especially if you’re taking a long trip with kids, these backseat car organizers will make your life a thousand times better. Each one has a clear sleeve that can hold a tablet and turn the back of your front seats into mobile TVs, plus eight additional pockets for drinks, snacks, and other essential supplies.

42A Document Holder For Your Title And Registration

Digging around in your glove compartment for your car’s registration and insurance information will only make a probably stressful situation feel worse. This document organizer will help you keep a clear head in the moments when you need it most. The clear interior pockets are designed to hold all of your vehicle's essential cards and documents, and it comes in a bunch of fun colors.

43A Color-Coded Photo Storage Bin

Having analog photos is a great way to ensure that your most cherished memories don’t exist exclusively in your cloud storage, but keeping those photos organized is the key to actually looking at them. This bin comes with 16 color-coded boxes designed to hold four-by-six-inch prints, so you’ll be able to pull out your favorite vacation photos at a moment’s notice.

44Oddly Specific Floating Shelves

This wall-mounted shelf has extremely specific slots for holding everything you’d want to have on hand while marathoning your favorite TV show or settling down in bed with the book you’ve been waiting months to read. It has a cupholder, a spot for AirPods and remote controls, and a few hooks so you can hang your glasses, sleep mask, and headphones.

45A Caddy That Keeps Your Essentials On Hand While Driving

“This multi-pocket visor organizer has been a perfect fit for my Jeep. It holds everything from pens and receipts to sunglasses and dance-night essentials—without getting in the way,” wrote one shopper who said this car visor organizer helps keep their vehicle clutter-free. It’s designed to fit the visors of most cars and trucks, comes in three different colors, and has a ton of individual pockets.

46A Wall-Mounted Remote Control Holder

Once you install this remote control holder, you’ll never have to search your couch cushions again. It sticks to any flat surface with the included self-adhesive backing, and it has space for multiple devices. There’s also a convenient hole at the bottom if you want to use it as a charging station for your phone.

47Clear Shelf Dividers That Make Your Closets Way Nicer

If you’ve ever dreamed about having one of those celeb-worthy custom closets where every one of your purses and sweaters has its own designated space, these clear shelf dividers will help you get closer to the aesthetic ideal. They have built-in hooks with anti-slip mats already installed, so once you slide them into place, they won’t budge. They’re made from practically invisible clear acrylic and are sold in a pack of six.

48Hooks Your Towels Won’t Fall Off Of

Towels don’t always stay on standard wall-mounted hooks, but these have a unique design that actually grabs the end of the towel to keep it securely in place, even if there’s no hanging loop. They attach to the wall using self-adhesive backing and come in five sleek metallic finishes.

49A Magnetic Rack For Extra Hangers

If your extra hangers are taking up a ton of valuable space in your closet, consider getting this magnetic hanger holder. It works especially well for sticking to the sides of your washer or dryer in the laundry room, so you can hang up your clothes as soon as they come out of the wash, which also helps prevent wrinkles.

50An Alphabetized Analog Password Book

Keeping your digital passwords in a physical notebook might seem counterintuitive, but it’s actually one of the best ways to keep track of the login information for your online accounts. This password book has built-in alphabetical tabs so you can quickly find what you’re looking for, and has additional space for WiFi info.

51A Freezer Mold For Stackable Leftovers

One of the easiest ways to keep your freezer from becoming a mess is to freeze your leftovers into stackable cubes. If you don’t want to invest in a whole new storage set, this set of food block makers is a great alternative. Simply line each one with a bag or plastic wrap, then freeze your food into a simple brick shape, and store it for later.

52Hooks That Keep Tumbler Lids From Going Missing

There’s something about to-go lids that seems to encourage them to go missing, but this set of lid organizers can help prevent the missing lid phenomenon. They can be installed underneath an existing shelf or cabinet using either self-adhesive backing or drilled-in hardware, and each one can hold up to eight lids.

53A Space-Saving Corner Shelf

Making good use of the corners in your home is a great way to maximize space, and this tiered corner shelf helps you do it in style. The shelf can be set up in multiple configurations so you can make the best use of your countertops, and it comes with pre-installed hooks so you can hang things from the sides.

54An Alphabetized Document Sorter

Keep your important documents organized without investing in an expensive, bulky filing system with this simple plastic document sorter. It has 31 alphabetized, dated columns so you can quickly find what you need, and its compact design makes it great for use on your home desk or for taking with you on business trips.

55A Set Of Sturdy Clear Storage Bags

This set of storage bags has sturdy zippers and double-canvas handles, making them great for transporting and storing items. The transparent PVC material makes it easy to see what’s inside, and they come with a set of stick-on labels to keep track of what you’ve stored. They’re just the right size for things like stationery, puzzles, or small toys.

56Mini Trash Cans For Your Car’s Cupholders

If you hate having bits of paper and other small trash in your car, you’ll love these car cupholder-sized trash cans. They’re sold in a pack of two and have an easy-to-use push-button top so you can toss your wrappers inside one-handed while you’re driving.

57A Versatile Rack For Pots And Pans

This tiered holder is designed for pots and pans, and can be installed inside of a cabinet or left out on the countertop. It requires no tools to set up and has built-in nonslip rubber covers on each tier to prevent your cookware from sliding around or falling off. “A simple, sturdy solution that improves organization and makes everything easier to reach,” wrote one fan on Amazon.