Are you tired of constantly misplacing items? Are you looking for a way to make the rooms in your home more organized and aesthetically pleasing?

The good news is, storage cabinets can help. The bad news? There are so many variations of storage cabinets, and it can be overwhelming to choose the right one for your needs.

Luckily, this comprehensive guide will walk you through the various types of storage cabinets on the market. It’ll also teach how you can select the one that works best for you.

Best Storage Cabinets for Your Space

Sideboards

Sideboards are commonly found in dining rooms, kitchens, and living areas. Their rectangular design and wall-hugging placement make them an excellent choice for keeping your space tidy and stylish without overcrowding the area.

Sideboards are generally fitted with shelves, drawers, or a mix of the two—like the Randolph wood accent cabinet—and are either concealed by doors or open for easy access (or both for added versatility).

These furniture pieces are renowned for their versatility.

They can function as a storage unit for tableware, cookware, clothing, bedding, books, electronics, mail, keys, and trinkets. You can also use their flat surfaces to display decorative items that complement your interior style.

Some sideboards even have inbuilt wine racks. A typical example is the Zahra 2-door rattan wine cabinet. It allows you to store your precious wine in one compartment and other essential bar accessories in the other compartment.

Dressers

Dressers are versatile storage units that can be placed in living rooms, dining rooms, or bedrooms. They are made from wood, metal, engineered wood, or a combination of all these materials.

Dressers come in various sizes and shapes to suit varying storage needs. In fact, some dressers, like the Casper mid-century modern dresser, feature up to 6 large drawers.

The idea is to provide adequate room for you to organize clothing and personal items including jewelry, shirts, pants, shoes, undergarments, socks, watches, belts, grooming tools, and the like.

Chests

Chests are characterized by the vertical spaces they provide for storing personal items. Although they perform similar functions to dressers, they differ in design and structure.

Chests are tall and narrow, while dressers are typically wider. Chests also usually have fewer drawers than dressers. What’s more? While chests often feature one column of drawers, dressers often house multiple columns.

The most notable feature of chests is that they’re perfect for small rooms.

In homes with limited floor space, chests like the Eric oak finish chest are gaining popularity. This is because they help maximize ground space and even blend well with home interiors.

Shelves

Shelves are one of the most versatile storage solutions you can have in your home. They come in different styles and designs, but primarily, you’ll find them as flat, horizontal planes, either mounted on a wall or standing freely.

Shelves can be used in various ways in different parts of the home.

• In the living room and bedroom, you can use them to store or display books, electronics, trinkets, vases, picture frames, and other decorative pieces.
• In the kitchen, they can hold cookbooks, spices, mugs, tea canisters, and plates.
• You can use them to store personal items like towels, toiletries, and grooming items in the bathroom.

While some shelves are only ideal for certain parts of the home, there are some that can serve your needs, no matter what room you place them.

One such shelf is the Wood and metal ladder bookcase. Thanks to its metal frame, this shelf is suitable for not just living rooms, kitchens, and bedrooms, but also for moisture-laden areas like the bathroom.

Bookcases

What a bookcase storage cabinet does is very simple; they provide a practical solution for organizing books, decor items, kitchenware, and other household goods.

But did you know that bookcases can also hide items?

If you want to display some items whilst hiding others, a furniture piece like the Kaia rope & wood finish etagere bookcase can help. It combines shelf boards with 2 cabinets for simultaneous display and concealment.

TV stands

The primary role of a TV stand, besides serving as a footstool for your TV,  is to make your living area clutter-free. To do this, it provides storage for media devices, books, vases, and even decorative pieces.

Tv stands come in various sizes to accommodate the weight, and more importantly, the width of your TV and other valuables and decor.

What’s more is that they also come in a host of designs and styles that do not impair their functionality.

A typical example is the Aria tambour door 62.6" TV stand. Despite its minimalist design, it’s still capable of supporting a 65-inch television. There are many other TV stands with similar feats.

Nightstands

Nightstands, also called side tables, are essential furniture pieces that combine functionality with style.

This cabinet sits beside your bed and provides a convenient surface for you to keep nighttime essentials—like lamps, alarm clocks, books, or even a glass of water—within arm's reach.

Nightstands like the Ethan bamboo are smaller than dressers or chests, but they still provide aesthetic appeal and serve as vital storage and display solutions in every bedroom.

Children's cabinets

If you have children living under your roof, a children's cabinet is a must-have for you. This is because the little ones can be messy.

They can leave toys scattered on the floor, dump clothes on chairs, and abandon their school supplies at random spots in the room.

Having a cabinet dedicated to storing their toys, clothes, books, and school supplies will ensure that their room stays neat and tidy.

When getting a cabinet for your kids, you should remember that children love fun and colorful designs. So, it's usually best to opt for themed cabinets.

If the kids love prehistoric animals, you can even get them a dinosaur-themed cabinet like the Children's multi-functional toy storage cabinet.

Accent cabinets

Accent cabinets are mostly decorative, but that's not to say they don't do anything else. These cabinets combine style and functionality.

Thanks to their eye-catching designs and styles, these cabinets serve as not just storage units, but also as focal points, improving the aesthetic appeal of your space.

Accent tables can function as TV stands, wine bars, and centerpieces to display items like flowers or pottery. You can put them to use in your living room, hallway, bedroom, dining room, kitchen, or  bathroom.

Accent cabinets come in different materials like metal, glass, acrylic, fiberboard, and solid wood. There are also those like the Azhar black 3-drawer that are made with engineered wood; as such, they’re lightweight, moisture-resistant, and long-lasting.

Storage Cabinets for Special Uses

Kitchen cabinets

Kitchen cabinets are installed in the kitchen and are used to store utensils, kitchenware, food stuff, and other cooking-related items.

The most common types of kitchen cabinets include the cutlery dividers for storing your fork, spoon, knife, and more. There is also the roll-out drawer, an ideal choice for housing pots, frying pans, kitchen appliances, and the like.

Other types of cabinets found in a typical modern kitchen include spice racks and pull-out pantry. The former helps organize your herbs and seasonings, and the latter allows you to store more items without sacrificing more space.

Bathroom cabinets

These space-saving cabinets are typically installed in the bathroom and used to organize toiletries, linens, and other personal care items in the bathroom.

The most popular bathroom cabinets include linen cabinets, vanity units, and over-the-toilet cabinets.

Linen cabinets store bulkier items like towels, linens, and clothes. Vanity units store toiletries, beauty products, cleaning supplies, and more. Over-the-toilet cabinets conceal bathroom items like toilet paper, decorative accents, and the like.

File cabinets

File cabinets organize your documents and files so that you can easily access them. They typically come with an in-built locking system that ensures your files are safe and secure.

Like every other type of storage cabinet, file cabinets also come in different forms—the most popular being vertical and lateral designs.

The former is slim and tall, and doesn't take up a lot of floor or wall space. The latter is wider, and as such, provides more space for storing files and other items.

Wardrobe cabinets

Wardrobe cabinets are essential for storing clothing, shoes, and accessories. These storage pieces come in a variety of designs to meet different storage requirements and personal preferences.

For instance: If you have limited space in your bedroom, a sliding-door wardrobe may be the best option, since it doesn't require additional space for doors to swing open.

Likewise, if you have lots of clothing, you'll need a cabinet that combines hanging rods with compartments and shelves to keep your belongings organized.

Garage cabinets

Garage cabinets store seasonal items, hazardous materials, gardening supplies, sporting goods, and household items.

Unlike their counterparts that are built with wood-like materials, the best garage cabinets are made with metal.

This makes them durable enough to withstand heavy loads, resist wear and tear, and endure the often harsh conditions of a garage environment.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Storage Cabinet

Before buying a storage cabinet, it’s important to think about the function that you want the cabinet to serve.

For example, if you own a lot of books or you tend to work from home, you may prefer getting a file cabinet.

Additionally, you should consider the size of the room before making a purchase. After all, it makes little sense to buy a storage cabinet that’ll take up all the space you're trying to declutter.

Finally, we recommend checking if the design of the cabinet matches your interior style. For instance, if you own a modern home, cabinets with minimalist design will suit your space better.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ideal number of shelves for a storage cabinet?

There is no one-size-fit-all answer. Some cabinets can have one shelf, while others can have five or more shelves. The ideal number of shelves for a storage cabinet depends on your specific needs and the items you plan to store.

What cabinet can I use in the bathroom? 

Wood cabinets are not suitable for the bathroom due to their susceptibility to moisture damage.

If you're looking for a cabinet that will stand the test of time in your bathroom, opt for those made with stainless steel or aluminum. You could also go for cabinets made with marine plywood.

What cabinets are most ideal for small rooms?

Chests, nightstands, sideboards, and dressers are typical examples of storage furniture that don't take up too much wall and floor space. Lateral file cabinets are also compact units, but they only conserve floor space.

Conclusion

Whether you're furnishing a living room, kitchen, or office, selecting a storage cabinet that best suits your space, style, and storage requirements is crucial for functionality and design harmony.

If  you need a multi-shelf dresser to store your winter and summer clothing, a bookcase for organizing your favorite novels, or a wine cabinet to show off your exquisite wine collection, LuxenHome can deliver.

Check out our full catalog of storage furniture and find one for your home.