4 Ways to Organize Your Attic

Many homes have unfinished attics. With a finished attic, you get more functional space in your home to use for many purposes, such as a guest room or even a home office. Unfinished attics often lack drywall and don't have enough insulation, which makes them feel too hot in the summer and too cold in the winter. You can try four simple tips to efficiently organize your attic and make use of the space.

1. Divide and conquer

Start with the divide and conquer method. Chances are good that you need to use different parts of the attic for specific things. In the same way that you might organize your craft room into zones for paper, paint, and other supplies, divide your attic into multiple sections. You may want one space for your holiday decorations, another for things you plan to keep for the future, and one for your out-of-season clothing. Try removing everything from the attic and giving it a good cleaning before you add anything else.

2. Make the attic functional

An unfinished attic may lack proper flooring and leave you walking over the rafter just to reach the back of the room. A contractor like Mr. Handyman can help make the space as functional as you would like. Not only should you add new flooring, but you'll also want to insulate the walls and add drywall. Do not leave the drywall unfinished, though. Always opt for paint or wallpaper for a layer of protection. A handyman can even install new stairs and a door to the attic.

3. Add cabinets

While you'll find dozens of storage options for attics, cabinets are among the best. One of the nice things about them is that you can choose custom ones designed just for your home. Work with Unity Cabinet & Granite to install cabinets across a full wall or in other areas. You can choose some with doors that keep valuables out of sight and open cabinets that make the attic feel bigger.

4. Use wasted space

If you want to get organized in your attic, look for ways to make use of wasted space. Instead of ignoring the back of the door, add an organizer with pockets to store shoes or other small items you don't need at the moment. Don't ignore the cramped spaces under your eaves or dormers either. Hiring a professional who can install custom shelving in those areas is easy. You might even opt for a window seat with a bench that opens to reveal extra storage.

Organizing your attic doesn't take as long as you might guess. As long as you know what you want to use the room for and the type of storage you need, you can get started today. Look for shelves, cabinets, and other supplies after you make the attic more functional with better floors and drywall. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram to pick up even more tips for organizing your home.