10 Comforter Storage Ideas to Try Yourself

Comforters can be a particularly tricky item to store. However, there are plenty of ways to store your comforter without consuming your limited storage space.

If you prefer to keep your comforter in a closet with spare sheets and pillows, consider using labeled bins and baskets to keep everything organized. If you'd rather store your bedding elsewhere and leave room in the linen closet for medicine and extra toilet paper, you could purchase a trendy bench or a vintage chest to keep in your bedroom.

Whatever your unique preference may be, there are lots of storage options available. Here are 10 helpful comforter storage ideas to keep you organized.

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Roll Your Comforter

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The proper way to store bedding, towels, and other soft items is to fold them into neat little squares. Comforters, however, are so big and billowy that you may need an alternative method to keep them on the shelf. Try rolling your comforter and arranging it sideways between stacks of towels in your linen closet to keep it securely in place.

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Avoid Overcrowding Your Storage Space

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Comforters can take up a lot of space, so don't fight it. Adding plenty of empty, negative space in your linen closet can create a cleaner, more organized look. Not to mention, if you don't have an abundance of linens crowding your shelves, it will be much easier to locate what you need when you need it.

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Use a Vintage Chest for Your Storage

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If you have the space, consider storing your comforter and additional bedding in a vintage chest in your bedroom. This idea will not only add extra storage space in your bedroom, but it'll be a stylish feature as well.

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Store Your Comforter Under the Bed

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An alternative to crowding your linen closet with an extra-plush comforter is to store bedding underneath your bed. If your bed frame has drawers already built-in, then the work is done for you. If not, try some roller drawers or basic plastic storage containers.

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Use a Cabinet for Bedding and Bathroom Storage

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It can be difficult to find space for comforter storage in already crowded closets. If you've run out of room, it may be time to invest in an adorable yet functional cabinet for bedding, toiletries, and other items you don't necessarily need on a daily basis. This is a great option for those who want a slightly more stylish storage option.

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Fit Your Comforter Into a Storage Bin

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Baskets and bins are a great option for anyone who wants to improve their closet storage, and they provide an ideal solution for storing comforters as well. This organized linen closet includes an oversized bin on the floor that gives the comforter plenty of space.

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Use a Basket

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Sometimes comforters need to be pushed and shoved a bit to get them to fit into a linen closet. Instead of stuffing your comforter between stacks of towels, fit the bedding into a stylish basket. This idea works for all sorts of bedding and makes it easy to access your items when you need them.

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Keep Bedding Close in a Storage Bench

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If you liked the vintage chest idea but are concerned it won't match your aesthetic, try a storage bench instead. This upholstered piece provides great, easy access to storage and offers extra seating in the bedroom as well. If you have a larger bedroom, consider situating your storage bench at the foot of the bed.

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Install Drawers for Your Bedding Storage

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Maybe you're working with some deep cabinets instead of a shallow linen closet. If that's the case, have you ever thought to install some drawers within your cupboard? This will save you from reaching into the back of your cabinets for bedding and will make storing and accessing your comforter so easy.

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Always Label Your Storage

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If you prefer bins and baskets to adding more furniture or installing drawers, don't forget to label your storage. This will save time whether you're doing laundry or pulling out linens for a guest coming to visit. Apply this tip to storage throughout your home, including for comforter storage.