Four tips to save space in a small room

Smaller rooms can sometimes present a challenge when it comes to having enough space for all the furniture you need without feeling like your space is cramped. Fortunately, there are plenty of solutions out there that have been thought out for those that have limited space available.

In this short post, I’ll cover some of the tips you can use to make the most of your space, even if your rooms are on the smaller side (that goes double for box bedrooms!).

Storage solutions to save floor space

Maximising floor space is key when it comes to smaller rooms. A small room can quickly feel quite busy, so it’s important to make the most of it. The floor can help create an impression of space, so when it’s too busy, this can accentuate smaller rooms.

Make sure to use shelves to store items and make the most of all the little nooks and crannies available to you, from the space under a window to alcoves or the space behind a door or under the bed. If possible, use floating cabinets and furniture – as the floor becomes more visible, it will help with the illusion of a larger space.

Install vertical radiators

Most of us have at least one radiator per room, which can take up wall space – preventing you from hanging shelves or placing furniture (especially that most of us will avoid hanging something directly above a radiator). If you have limited space, you may want to look into vertical radiators. Focusing on height rather than width leaves you with more wall space to hang shelves or anything else.

Trade Radiators’ vertical designer radiators would look great in any contemporary space – they have a wide choice of sizes available, so you’ll find the right one for your room.

Furniture that can multitask

With the multitude of clever designs specifically made for small rooms, you no longer have to choose between essential pieces of furniture. Past years have seen many multitasking or modular furniture, which means that you won’t need as much space to furnish a room fully.

Some of these designs are made to be put away after use, like tables, desks or even beds. Others combine uses, so you need less furniture (a footstool that also serves as storage or a coffee table that also converts into a dining area, for example).

Organise your storage

Having storage solutions is one thing, but ensuring their contents are organised and not overflowing with clutter is another. Without going full Marie Kondo, you may want to consider donating some items that you no longer need and make sure that all drawers, shelves and cupboards are tidied up. If you have items you fully believe have some value, give them to a charity shop rather than throwing them in the skip at the dump.

Organising storage contents vertically (as shown by our dear Marie) will save a lot of space and help you have a better idea of where things are without getting everything out whenever you need something. This may seem like a simple trick, but you’ll be surprised by just how much space you could save!

I hope that these few tips will help you make the most of small rooms and limited spaces. If you’ve enjoyed reading this post, make sure you don’t miss our other articles in homes & gardens.