Storage tricks that clutter experts swear by

Organising your home isn't just about buying boxes and bins for everything you own (it also requires a bit of soul-searching and a lot of paring down your stuff). But when you have finally cleared out your cupboards and controlled your clutter, it's helpful to have some tools and tricks to keep things tidy. We asked professional organisers what they use again and again.

By Francesca MenatoPublished: 31 October 2014

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Cube shelving

'We love cube shelving, like the bookcases in the IKEA KALLAX collection (which replaced the popular EXPEDIT line this year),' says Maeve Richmond, founder of the organising coaching service Maeve's Method.

'They're wonderfully multipurpose, since they can serve both as wall units and room dividers, and fit everything from books to gadgets to toys. I use them at home, and recommend them to clients all the time.'

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Open canvas bins

These neutral bins are easy on the eyes, so they're great for tucking into places that require extra organisation, as well as a bit of polish.

Try using them to stow scarves and hats in your entryway, or extra towels in a guest bathroom. 'Bins you can leave in plain sight are great for visual people; they work when it's not hard to go looking for them,' says Amelia Meena, personal organizer and founder of Appleshine.

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Over-the-door shoe organiser

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If you're only using these hanging racks to store shoes, you've only touched the tip of the organizing iceberg.

'They're so interchangeable,' says Amelia. 'Use them to store toiletries in the bathroom or linen closet, or as an easy-to-fill spot for kids' small toys. Once, I worked with photographer who used one for his tools and materials.'

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Slim hangers

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Slim hangers like Huggable Hangers are made to streamline your closet with their slender style, and their velvet-like non-slip covering keeps garments in place.

'They save space, and they treat your clothing better,' says Jeni Aron (a.k.a. the Clutter Cowgirl). 'Clothes stay on them, and they're really nice to look at since they don't get all jumbled.'

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Clear shoe boxes

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'These versatile, stackable bins are definitely not just for shoes,' says Jeni.

'I use them in the refrigerator, under my bathroom sink, and to store everything from scarves to light bulbs. I like that you can see inside, but they still look neat. Plus, they're easy to open and inexpensive.'

This story was originally written by Lauren Piro for Good Housekeeping US.

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