Here is a common question my organizing clients ask me regularly: where and how is the best way to store bulky items like blankets, bedspreads, curtains, drapes, and comforters? Do you keep them in drawers, on a closet floor, or on a shelf, or elsewhere? This is a great question, and the answer really depends on your home and what your storage options are.
That said, in this professional organizer’s opinion, bulky items like tablecloths, curtains, and drapes are best stored hanging vertically. This helps them keep their shape and takes up less space than putting them in a drawer. They should first be pressed or taken right from the dryer so that they stay tidy and crease-free. Then drape them from heavy-duty hangers. Add some repurposed plastic film from the dry-cleaners or a garbage bag to keep them dust-free if you do not use the item often.
Here are some great Hanger Products for Storing Bulky Items
I really like this Stainless Steel Blanket Hanger set for bulkier cloth items because it is open-ended and easier to slip the item onto and off of the padded non-slip, rubber-ringed hanger. The open end is tilted up to help the article from slipping off. It could be used for tablecloths, quilts and blankets. It is 0.3 X 17 X 7.6 inches.
Stainless Steel Blanket Hanger set from Amazon
Alternatively, this is S-Shaped Pants Hanger Set is 22” long and is also great for bedspreads, blankets, comforters, and draperies.
S-Shaped Pants Hanger Set from Amazon
Many cleaners use these 18” heavy-duty wire strut hangers for comforters and drapes, which feature 10-gauge metal, with white tube already attached. They are suitable for draperies, tablecloths, and comforters as well.
Heavy Duty Wire Strut Hangers
Finally, I really like the World’s Strongest Coat Hanger, which is designed for cumbersome items such as hanging coats, backpacks, or other bulky and heavy items like gear for those in the military or emergency responders. It is ¾” wide X 18.5” X 11 5/8” (inside pocket is 1 ¾” X 13 ¾”).
The World’s Strongest Coat Hanger
What other creative ways do you store your bulky items? Your suggestions are welcome in the comments below!