The space left under the bed is appropriate for storing infrequently used items, such as out-of-season clothing or sporting goods.
The space under the bed is an ideal place to place objects that are not used daily and that usually occupy a lot of space in the cupboards. But to preserve their cleanliness, it is convenient to isolate them from dust by using boxes, platforms or wooden crates. This article reviews the objects that should be kept under the bed, tips to make the most of that space and how are the beds prepared for storage .
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Objects that should be kept under the bed
The space under the bed , in many cases, is nothing more than a forgotten corner that gathers dust. However, it can be converted into a valuable storage space . Although it is not easy to access, it can be useful as a place to allocate objects such as those listed below:
- Out of season clothing, such as warm clothing in summer or beach in winter.
- Blankets, quilts and spare sheets .
- Sports articles, especially those of stations, from surfboards to skis, but also others that are not given so much use, such as golf clubs, rackets, balls, etc.
- Toys. This is an excellent option for parents: keep things from the children's room in drawers or baskets that, at the end of the day, get under the bed.
- Camping equipment. This category includes tents, sleeping bags, inflatable mattresses, special tableware, lanterns and other objects that are used only when going on a trip. For safety, it is necessary to take care to avoid putting under the bed flammable, toxic substances or that can give off unpleasant odors.
- Photographs. While fewer photos are being printed than before, albums may take up a lot of space and may not be consulted frequently. For such cases, having them under the bed is also a good alternative.
Tips to make the most of the space under the bed
It is important to protect, especially from dust , things that are stored under the bed. It is a place of difficult access and, therefore, also of complicated cleaning , for which it will have to wrap them or store them in covered compartments. Otherwise, when needed, they will be covered in dust and require a laborious hygiene, or may even be unusable.
To store and protect objects stored under the bed, you can use any of the following systems:
Cardboard boxes. They represent the most economical option, but can be short-lived. In any case, it is best to choose the firmest and most resistant ones and do not overload them, to prevent them from becoming deformed or broken. If even under the bed are visible, a good alternative is to cover them with special designs, to integrate them into the decoration of the room. If the walls are papered , you can use the same paper or at least the same motif for the boxes.
Wicker baskets add warmth to the bedroom decoration, but they accumulate a lot of dust
Wicker baskets. They are more resistant than cardboard and also provide a touch of warmth in the bedroom decoration. On the other hand, they accumulate a lot of dust in the interstices of the fabric that later is difficult to clean .
Wooden drawers. In many bed models, the wooden drawers are incorporated into the structure, ready to take advantage of this space. If the bed does not have these drawers, they can be custom-made in a carpentry shop. It is convenient to look for the most suitable size for each need, since if they are very small space can be wasted, but if they are very large they can be too heavy and difficult to move when they are full. As for the length, it is appropriate that they are long enough to take advantage of the surface of the bed and that it is accessed without problems from both sides.
Storage modules. They adapt to each type of bed and come in different colors and materials, such as wood and plastic. There are also different models, with sliding covers, folding, etc. They are very practical and simple to clean.
Plates with wheels. They are a creative alternative for storing everyday objects, since it is a mobile surface. It can be very practical for objects that lack a fixed location, such as shoes, bags or children's toys.
Beds prepared for storage
Numerous models of beds that are commercialized are already designed in a special way for storage. There are classic drawers accessible on both sides of the bed and also with folding elastic system, which allows the mattress to be lifted easily (through pneumatic systems) as if it were a lid to store what you want underneath. This folding system extends the possibilities, since it makes it possible to store large objects with much greater comfort, and has the additional advantage of protecting its interior from dust and dirt from day to day.
Tricks to clean dirt from under the bed
Cleaning the dirt from under the bed can be tedious or complicated depending on the space available in your room, the characteristics and dimensions of the bed or the time it takes to undertake the process. It is not worth waiting too long, because otherwise, dust, germs and bacteria that can aggravate processes such as asthma or be harmful to people with allergies, as well as unhygienic will accumulate.
Tips for cleaning dirt from under the bed
- If your bed is normal and without any object under it, it is appropriate to pass a broom and scrub the floor every week. If there is enough dust, hair or accumulated dirt we advise you to use the mop.
- If you have a bed with canapé or drawers, excellent storage solution, cleaning is a bit more complicated. The space below it can become a nest of dust. We advise you to pass a dryer at a cold temperature so that the lint leaves on the side, passing the mop afterwards. Do it with the windows completely open to try to remove the dust.
- An essential recommendation is to have a canopy completely glued to the floor, without legs so that no lint and dust specks are introduced so easily.
- You can use a vacuum cleaner, or as an alternative, a very long, extendable duster or the broomstick with a moistened cloth and tied with elastic bands to reach the most difficult parts.