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9 Game-Changing Hacks To Increase Nursery Storage In A Rental

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Setting up a gorgeous, practical nursery is the dream for many, but often, it feels out of reach —especially for those living in a rental home or an apartment. Rentals can present the challenge of insufficient storage, closet space, or limits on what you can and can't do. Ahead-we'll share game-changing hacks to increase nursery storage in a rental unit.

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Here are nine hacks that prove no nursery storage situation, or lack thereof, can be tackled.

NURSERY SORAGE IDEAS FOR A RENTAL APARTMENT OR HOUSE

1.  VERTICAL SPACE

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The easiest way to maximize space and add storage is to use vertical wall space. Bring a shelving unit, bookcase, or an etagere to hold the baby's books, toys, and other necessities.


2. FIND A CLOTHES RACK OR ARMOIRE

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In the absence of a built-in nursery closet, consider investing in a clothes rack or armoire to store and organize the baby's clothes.


3. ADD A CUBE ORGANIZER

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If you are lucky to have a nursery closet in the rental space, add a cube organizer and baskets to make the most of the space.


4.USE HOOKS 

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For a budget-friendly pick, use hooks. You can store everything from toys to clothes by hanging hooks to create more nursery storage.


5. HANG ON OVER-THE-DOOR ORGANIZER

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Create even more nursery storage space in your rental unit with an over-the-door organizer to store diapering essentials, swaddles, and more.


6. GET A ROLLING CART

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A rolling cart is a clever way to add more storage to the nursery without taking up much floor space. It will keep all your essentials such as diapering, nursing, and more within easy reach.

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7. INVEST IN DOUBLE DUTY FURNISHINGS

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Whether decorating a small space nursery or a rental- we love double-duty nursery furnishings to add storage without taking up additional square footage. An ottoman with storage, a crib with drawers, or a dresser unit that doubles as a diapering station will maximize the prime real estate.


8. INCORPORATE UNDER CRIB STORAGE

Use under crib storage bins for season-specific things, toys, and extra bedding.



9. PLACE BASKETS

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Baskets are one of our favorite nursery storage ideas, no matter what. Incorporate as many as you can to store anything and everything!

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