What things should not be stored under the bed? TOP-11
This can create serious safety problems.
If you live in a small house – or if you have a lot of stuff – being creative with your storage is crucial. Using the empty space under your bed is a smart solution, as it hides visual clutter and keeps things out of the way. In reality, it may be the only place you can stash out-of-season clothes, extra blankets or gift wrapping. However, there are some caveats to storing certain items under your bed. Not sure what items you should not store under your bed?
MigNews will tell you the rules for storing things under your bed so you can clear out all the clutter and sleep soundly every night.
What items you should not store under your bed: important documents
Important papers should be organized, easily accessible and protected – ideally in a fireproof safe. Even if you neatly put your documents in a box, retrieving them under the bed during an emergency is at best inconvenient and at worst dangerous. Not only that, insects like to feed on paper, especially termites and beetles.
In this case, we do not recommend storing any paper products under the bed, including photos and cardboard boxes. If the pile of reading material is too big to fit on the bedside table, put the books in a basket, but remove it from under the bed if you're afraid of bugs.
What cannot be placed under the bed: food
Thanks to the snack drawer nightstand trend that's been making the rounds on social media, storing food in the bedroom has become more normal. It may even be encouraging some to use the space under their beds to store supplies to avoid a trip to the pantry.
Sure, it's tempting to have a treat nearby for the night when you're tucked in. But is it worth the potential pest infestation that could invade your room? Rodents can chew through unopened packaging, and insects like ants and cockroaches are attracted to sugar and starch.
Even if you put your groceries in plastic containers with lids under your bed, these critters are smart (and stubborn). So don't take any chances and store your groceries only in the kitchen or pantry.
Things you shouldn't store under your bed: Memorabilia
Under the bed seems like a perfectly acceptable place to store sentimental items, especially if you rarely go through them. However, think twice before shoving a box of memorabilia under the bed.
The space under the bed quickly accumulates dust, and if your memorabilia is not stored there, it can be damaged. In addition, according to the rules of feng shui, storing nostalgia under the bed disrupts the energy of the room (and therefore your sleep), especially if it is associated with negative emotions.
What not to put under the bed: electronics
Don't store your electronics under your bed to make them last longer. Source: pexels.com
Standing electronics under your bed can be a fire hazard. The risk increases significantly if the cords are plugged into an extension cord located under the bed frame, which can easily overheat.
Even if your gadgets aren't charging, they'll inevitably collect dust if you leave them under your bed for long periods of time. This can lead to battery and circuit failure, rendering expensive devices useless.
What Not to Store Under the Bed: Valuables
Uninvited pests aren't your only enemies when it comes to storing things under the bed. When there's too much clutter, airflow is blocked, and the space can become hot and humid. Putting anything valuable there is a risk of ruining everything, especially if there's moisture. Plus, your valuables deserve more than just being shoved under the bed. Instead, take care of them by hiding them in a safe.
What not to put under the bed: Extra bedding (there are exceptions)
When your linen closet is overflowing, you probably turn to the bed as the next a logical solution for storing extra bed linen. It might work. But we advise you to keep a few things in mind before tucking them under the bed.
First, store your bedding in an under-bed storage container to prevent dust and mold. Then, consider using this space for items you don't use often, like a set of guest sheets. Reaching under the bed for the blanket you use every night can quickly become a chore.
Things you shouldn't store under the bed: clothes and shoes (there are exceptions)
It also makes sense to store out-of-season items under the bed to free up space in the closet for the things you wear now. As with bedding, closed containers should be used to keep things clean and dry.
Sort clothes from shoes and accessories using vacuum bags for soft items and pull-out bins for everything else. Avoid storing items made from delicate or expensive materials such as leather to extend their shelf life.
What not to put under the bed: Dirty laundry
< p>Not having enough space in your bedroom for a laundry basket may make you think about using the space under your bed for it. If you're not desperate, you might want to reconsider this idea. Dirty clothes retain moisture and release odors (like mold) that will be right next to you when you're trying to fall asleep.
Plus, you'll have to constantly get the laundry basket out from under your bed. It's better to have a space for a laundry basket in almost any other part of your house.
Things you shouldn't store under your bed: too much stuff
Too much clutter under your bed hinders air circulation and creates less than ideal conditions for your belongings. But did you know that it can also disrupt your sleep? Poor ventilation under your bed can cause a subtle increase in the overall temperature in the room, which can be enough to keep you from falling asleep.
The cramped space means that cleaning under the bed is almost impossible. This means allergens build up there, which can affect your breathing. Shoving things under the bed may seem convenient, but it’s not worth it…
What not to put under the bed: frequently used items
If you decide to store things you need regularly under the bed, you’ll get the opposite effect. Bending down and getting things out from under it every day or even every week will quickly become boring. What’s more, you’ll probably be too lazy to put them back, which will create a mess and make it harder to find what you need.
What not to store under your bed: rarely used items
On the other hand, storing things you barely need under your bed can take the “what the eye can’t see, the heart can’t feel sorry for” mentality to the next level. Things can sit there for years, collecting dust and creating stagnant energy. Do yourself and your space a favor by cleaning regularly.
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