Storage solutions for a clutter-free playroom

Locker - You're probably familiar with the term locker from your school days in gym class or school hallways. If you place a locker in your child's playroom you can designate it as your child's personal space. Put your child's name on the locker to make it even more special. Then your child can store his/her favorite toys or games in the locker for safe keeping. Adding a personal touch to storage always helps.

Bench with Cubbies - Every playroom needs some seating so why not incorporate storage with it. Add a bench with bottom cubbies and have your child put coloring books, reading materials or other supplies hidden under their seat. There are many varieties of this type of bench so you're sure to be able to find one that looks great in the playroom.

Bench with Seat and Storage - Why not add a second bench that has a toy box under the seat lid. This is a wonderful way to give your child a place to sit and also somewhere to keep toys hidden until playtime. There are plenty of "kid designed" storage benches that will add some color and whimsy to your playroom. You shouldn't have any trouble finding one that's just right for your space.

Toy Box or Toy Chest - It's just as it sounds; a box or chest with lid that's made to hold toys. These tend to have plenty of room for holding several toys and keeping them out of sight creating a cleaner looking play area. Kids tend to use these as seats as well when they need a little rest. Place a pillow on top or just use the flat lid as a seat at break time.

Clothes Tree - This is a tall standing pole with bare tree like branches that are used as hooks. This item is perfect for a house entryway to provide a place where kids can hang their coats and hats. It's also great for the playroom. Instead of hiding play clothes in a forgotten bin, why not hang your child's favorite costumes on an open tree so they're readily available for spontaneous dress-up adventures. It’s also an ideal place to hang art smocks.

Bookcase - Every playroom can use a bookcase. These come in all heights and sizes to fit any space. If you're child's an avid reader or a beginner there's always need for a place to store books. If you can't fill up all the shelves with literature that's not a problem, simply store toys or play items on the empty shelves. You might also consider finding bins that you can slide on and off the shelves for easy toy storage and transport.

Kid's Table and Chairs with Storage - If you’re planning to create a kid's craft area why not include a table and chair set with storage bins or shelves. If storage is built into the table then you’ll be saving space and your child will be able to reach craft items easily.

Baskets and Bins - Baskets come in many shapes and sizes and are great for holding toys or other play items. Bins do the same and some are even stackable. Both of these holders come in handy when you have items that your child will use often and want to carry from room to room or shelf to floor.

Wall Shelf - If you have a few extra trinkets that you want to showcase or keep at hand then you might consider hanging some wall shelves for extra storage options. You could even hang several wall shelves if you don't want a floor standing storage unit. You could place baskets and bins on the shelves to hold smaller items or toys that your child might transport to other locations.

Stepstool with Storage - A stepstool can always come in handy for reaching toys on higher shelves, but if you get one with a storage compartment that's even better. This is the perfect place to store balls or a figurine set or even your child's slippers and blankie.