How To Maximise Space In A Small Bedroom

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Small bedrooms are not the easiest to manage when it comes to space. Sometimes, you may not have enough room to move about freely. But, with some creativity, you can tweak your design and arrangement to transform even the tiniest bedroom into a comfortable living area with more usable space. Here are five ways to maximise space in a small bedroom. 

1. Choose tall and slim over short and wide

It would help if you made some compromises when arranging furniture or designing a small bedroom. Because of your lack of space, choosing tall and slim furniture pieces over short, wide, or bulky ones will be more effective. For example, opt for a vertical storage cabinet or drawer design that takes up less space and has enough height for storage. 

2. Push your bed closer to the wall

Placing your bed in the centre of your bedroom can restrict leg movement. But moving it to or closer to the wall will free up space in the centre of the room. While the bed size is still the same regardless of where you put it, your room will feel more spacious if it’s not in the centre of the room. If you still want space on both sides of your bed, consider limiting how much you leave on one side.

3. Switch to sliding doors

Traditional swing doors need some clearance space to operate fully. And you don’t want your door to be the reason why your bedroom feels small. So, whether it’s for your wardrobe or bedroom entrance, consider switching to gliding or sliding doors. You can change your entire traditional closet and opt for a sliding one. For example, you can switch to functional yet stylish units from professionals like Superglide Wardrobes that will utilise the full length of your wall. This way, not only will you save door space, but you’ll also have additional storage room. Sliding doors are sleek and minimalistic, visually opening up space and creating an illusion of a larger bedroom. Plus, they allow you to maximise your furniture arrangement. 

4. Embrace under-bed storage

The space under your bed can open up a world of endless possibilities concerning your storage. You can make the most of every inch by embracing under-bed storage solutions. For example, you can arrange plastic containers that can slide in and out. Also, consider building or investing in bed raisers to create even more space if your bed sits too low. Your under-bed storage will be perfect for storing out-of-season clothes, kids’ toys, and shoes so they don’t clutter your bedroom space. 

5. Optimise your closet space

Your closet can do more than store your clothes. If you have a large closet like most people, consider using it for multiple purposes. For instance, instead of having a separate dresser which will take up floor space, use the extra room in your closet. You can neatly arrange jewellery pieces, smaller-sized clothing, accessories, and personal items in the closet while you use the dresser space for something else. Don’t forget to declutter your wardrobe and get rid of things you don’t need so that you can free up more space for the extra items.