A roomy new house and office lasts only for a month or two. As things pile-up, clutter build up and no amount of storage space will be sufficient enough. Space makeover and organization, then becomes a necessity to retain a spacious and comfortable environment.

Home and office space organization starts with proper planning. Remember the home and office area is limited and additional storage space will always be required. Since spaces remain the same, storage solutions have to be instituted. It could be a DIY (do it yourself) project if one is up to the task. Or one can opt to hire professionals engaged in this kind of trade. Professionals can offer solutions that we overlook or even miss. Initially, storage solutions are required to clear space and avoid clutter. This can be done through (1) allotting the handiest space for the things that are constantly used, (2) storing similar things together, (3) putting things that are rarely utilized in a box, and (4) discarding the things that are no longer needed.

1. Things that are constantly used should be stored in spaces that can be easily reached. Filing and storage cabinets fit this necessity. And this type of solution is available at the nearest wholesale office supplies depot. Often filing and storage cabinets are made from folded steel sheets some are on fiber board (wood) others are from plastic. One needs to shop physically to be able to pick the best.

2. Storing similar things together is common sense. All types of pens, pencils and ballpoint pens, for instance, must occupy one cabinet or shelf, similar to binders that mix with different types of folders. Or maybe the coffee maker together with cups and saucers. The idea is to simplify a task. A wall hung cabinet or levels of shelves are the perfect solution to this storage need.

What makes a productive home office? Start with a de-cluttered workspace and a few do-it-yourself home office organization tips.

3. Use boxes for things that are rarely utilized and pile it on top of the other in storage rooms. Each storage box must be properly labeled to allow easy identification and access to things to be extracted. Boxes that do not weigh much can occupy shelves specially attached to walls.

4. Discard the things that are no longer needed to allow more room on storage spaces. For instance things or appliances that are already outmoded, has reached or near its lifetime is better rid of or given to charities than be retained. Old computer PC’s and laptops fall under this category. Some other organizations could still make use of it.

There are thousands of home and office storage solutions. Each of us has different ideas on how to create practical solutions. We just need to be creative since solutions always come in the form of shelves to stack up things, bulletin boards for reminders, baskets, storage bins, drawers and carts. However, if the task is too daunting and energy sapping, do not hesitate to ask for help. It is good practice to hire professionals that are trained and can offer more in terms of expertise. No timetable exists when it is appropriate to do a home and office makeover. Normally when clutter is already unbearable, it is time to do the makeover and put to good use the underutilized storage spaces.