Clever storage ideas to help you battle your storage wars

There are some spaces in your home that are perfectly organised, then there are others that are just like Monica Geller's secret closet in Friends – a catastrophic mess.

If you're struggling to maintain order in your living room, kitchen, bedroom or backyard, we've found some useful storage solutions and ideas. 

From sleek shoe cabinets to hidden compartments in your furniture, you'll find everything you need right here.

NOTE: Prices are accurate at time of publishing.

Freedom Aspect Fabric Storage Ottoman 

Score $280 off

Not just for kicking your feet up, this Freedom Aspect Ottoman has a 102cm x 39cm storage compartment to keep everything in one place in your living space – from throws and pillows to the kids' toys, store it all under the ottoman.

VEVOR Kitchen Island Cart

On sale for $373.99

With so many kitchen appliances on the market, your kitchen cupboards just can't fit them all in. For some much-needed additional kitchen space, this Kitchen Island Cart offers an additional four drawers and a built-in trash cabinet for convenience. This piece is a multi-functional space, perfect as a kitchen island, coffee corner, bar, or baker's rack.

Koala Wanda Sofa Bed 

Buy it for $3150

The Koala Wanda Sofa Bed lets you do a quick living room clean-up before the guests arrive with a 78.5cm x 20.5cm storage unit in the chaise. It expands into a queen bed with a soft Kloudcell topper and its stylish demi-bouclé fabric upholstery will suit any lounge room aesthetic. 

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VidaXL Garden Storage Bench with Cushion 

On sale for $310.99

Described as having "rustic charm", this acacia wood bench not only provides comfortable backyard seating but is built with a handy under-seat storage compartment. Measuring 110cm x 50.5cm x 26cm, you can store outdoor essentials like small gardening equipment, shoes or pool toys.

Livsip Outdoor Storage Box 

Get it for $79.90

This waterproof outdoor storage box is the ideal option for keeping everything tidy in your backyard or on your patio without creating an eyesore. Its large 290L makes it easy to store gardening equipment, outdoor kids' toys and everything in between.

Bindi Wheelie Rubbish Bin Enclosure 

Was $499.99, now $449

Having your rubbish bins outside your home doesn't scream 'street appeal'. This Bindi Bin Enclosure conceals three large wheelie bins and prevents them from drawing the eye of visitors and passers-by. 

SaeHaeYee Toilet Paper Storage Basket with Lid

Get itfor $19.99

It's hard to make your toilet paper stash look nice, so hide it. Holding up to 12 rolls, this simple toilet paper storage basket will certainly help.

Core Living Tatiana Shoe Rack

Was $129.99, now $109.99

Sitting in the entryway of your home, this Core Living Tatiana Shoe Rack has five open shelves and a pull-out storage drawer.

Fantastic Furniture Divina Queen Storage Bed 

Was $639, now $589

This Divina Queen Storage Bed is built with drawers on both sides and at the end of the bed, adding much-needed storage. Its natural-coloured upholstery will also suit the aesthetic of any bedroom.

Temple & Webster Flores Outdoor Storage Box 

Grab it for $169.99

This 80cm x 40cm x 40cm acacia wood storage box is a great way to store all your go-to gardening gear, pool toys and other backyard essentials. 

Fantastic Furniture Annalisa Single Bed with Storage

Was $269, now $249

This "Hampton-style inspired" bed has a simple design to suit any kid's bedroom and two trundle drawers to organise toys or keep their seasonal clothes.

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