9 Kids Playroom Storage Ideas That Do The Cleaning For You

Published Jun 9, 2017

The lovely playroom. And by “lovely,” we mean “premiere Lego-strewn eyesore of the home.” Good news, mamas: Thoughtful playroom decor can promote naptime, encourage creativity, teach the value of tidiness and generally make life both easier and prettier for you and your brood. Here, nine brilliant, kiddo-optimized playroom storage ideas.

Style Your Senses

1. Choose A Craft Table With Built In Storage

To keep art supplies easy to access. (Bonus points for an attractive, easy-wipe tabletop surface.) We love the Ikea Lack coffee table since the height is just right for little ones and, at only $25, you won't mind crayon marks.

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Studio McGee

2. Stow Toys In Pretty Baskets

And slide 'em into open face bookshelves to clear up floor space. (So easy, so much prettier than plastic.) Check out McGee & Co, the home decor shop by the powerhouse design duo behind Studio McGee, for sophisticated basket options that your friends will never guess are storing Fingerlings and LEGOs.

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Garvin & Co.

3. Remember That Kiddie Kitchens = Mega Storage

Psst, this unconventional (and adorable) storage solution hides allllll the toys. And lucky for you, the play kitchens of today aren't the rainbow-colored plastic eyesores of the past. In fact, they're fit with "brass" accents, mid-century modern cabinets and sleek-looking appliances that would make any adult chef jealous.

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Ivory Lane; Photography: Lindsay Salazar

4. Mount Book Caddies Low On A Wall

So little Bobby can read his favorite books at his leisure (and stow his toys easily come cleanup time.) This one from Restoration Hardware Baby & Child has a weathered finish so you won't have to worry about nicks or scratches.

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Hello Baby Brown

5. Group Like Items In Tiered Hanging Baskets

Sometimes it helps to curb the rising tide of kid mess by keeping at least some toys out of reach. We suggest this 3-tiered option just to be safe.

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Pehr Designs

6. And Keep Floating Floor Bins At The Ready

When storage is this soft and cuddly, cleanup time looks a whole lot like playtime. Pehr Designs' canvas bins with colorful pom poms are a favorite of ours.

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Bless’er House

7. Tuck Numbered Crates Into Built-in Cubbies

1 for stuffed animals. 2 for wooden blocks. (And three cheers for hyper-organization.) Opt for unfinished crates so you can customize them to your space. Plus, it doubles as a weekend craft activity for you and your kiddo.

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Little Vintage Nest

8. Pitch A Tent In A Corner

Yes, teepees are cute. But they’re also a great place to hide a mess in a pinch. When your kids want to go inside, they'll be shuffling these toys around the playroom anyways.

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