# Under-bed storage Canonical HTML: [Under-bed storage](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/under-bed-storage/) Bedroom Plan under-bed storage around low rails and bed supports. Compare boxes, bags and drawers, with practical guides for bedding, shoes and awkward bases. [Find a buying guide](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/under-bed-storage/#buying-guides) [Plan & organise](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/under-bed-storage/#practical-guides) ![Two fabric storage cases beneath a cream bedframe, with a centre support between the bays](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/assets/images/under-bed-hub.jpg) A useful first step ## Measure the gap and the route out Check the lowest rail, each bay between supports and the room to pull out a filled container. [Open the measuring guide](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/measure-under-bed-storage/) Start with the job in front of you ## Useful places to start Choose a product comparison or a practical layout for the space you have. [ Buying guide ### Boxes for low and awkward gaps Compare three rigid boxes by outside height, usable interior and lid access. Read the guide](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/best-under-bed-storage-boxes/)[ Buying guide ### Bags and cases for clothes Choose the packed shape and access that suit your textiles and bed frame. Read the guide](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/best-under-bed-storage-bags/)[ Practical guide ### Working around a divan base Check existing drawers and genuinely clear bays before planning extra storage. Read the guide](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/under-bed-storage-under-a-divan/)[ Practical guide ### Store bedding in useful groups Match sheets, covers and filled bedding to their care needs and retrieval space. Read the guide](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/store-bedding-under-the-bed/) Explore the whole topic ## All under-bed storage guides Compare products when you need something new, or find a layout for what you already own. Buying guides ### Compare under-bed storage formats Compare exact products by dimensions, access and the details to check before ordering. - [Best under-bed drawers and standalone rolling storage](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/best-under-bed-drawers/) - [Best under-bed shoe organisers for shoes and boots](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/best-under-bed-shoe-organisers/) - [Best under-bed storage bags for clothes and linen](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/best-under-bed-storage-bags/) - [Best under-bed storage boxes for low and awkward gaps](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/best-under-bed-storage-boxes/) - [Best wheeled under-bed storage for easier access](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/best-wheeled-under-bed-storage/) [Buying guides for every storage area](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/buying-advice/) Practical guides ### Plan around the bed and its contents Measure the space, organise the contents and work around awkward openings or everyday routines. - [Can you use under-bed storage with a divan?](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/under-bed-storage-under-a-divan/) - [How to measure for under-bed storage](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/measure-under-bed-storage/) - [How to organise children’s toys under the bed](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/store-childrens-toys-under-the-bed/) - [How to plan storage around a trundle bed](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/use-under-bed-space-with-a-trundle/) - [How to share under-bed storage between two people](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/organise-under-bed-storage-for-two/) - [How to store bedding under the bed](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/store-bedding-under-the-bed/) - [How to store wrapping paper under the bed](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/store-wrapping-paper-under-the-bed/) - [Under-bed storage boxes vs bags](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/under-bed-storage-boxes-vs-bags/) - [Under-bed storage on carpet: wheels, boxes and bags](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/under-bed-storage-on-carpet/) [Practical guides for every storage area](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/guides/) Before you buy ## Measure the whole route - Check the height under both the side rail and anything lower behind it. - Measure the opening between the legs and the distance to any centre support. - Check how far you can pull a box into the room before it meets another piece of furniture. [Full measuring guide](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/measure-under-bed-storage/) ## Choose for what you keep there The type you choose depends on what is going in and how often you need it. Start with the contents, then check the space around the bed. Flat items ### Shallow rigid box Keep spare pillowcases, puzzles or craft supplies together in one layer. Seasonal clothes ### Zipped fabric case A soft case can be easier to carry to the wardrobe when you swap clothes over. Measure it when filled. Weekly bedding ### Wheels and folding lid Reach items from the side you use, if the frame is high enough and the floor suits the wheels. ### For a very low rail The Really Useful 10L is 8.5 cm high outside and 7 cm high inside. That makes it worth considering for flat items when the bed is too low for a large wheeled box. For very low beds ### Really Useful Box 10L Clear An 8.5 cm high box for flat puzzles, spare pillowcases or craft supplies. Its shorter footprint can work in the bay between a bed leg and a centre support. **Outside · cm**: 52 × 34 × 8.5 **Inside · cm**: 46 × 29.8 × 7 **Capacity**: 10 litres **Access**: Removable clip lid **What to check** The 7 cm internal height limits what you can put in it. Plan to pull the box far enough out to unclip and lift the whole lid. View on Amazon — Really Useful Box 10L Clear ## Plan around the bed frame Measure from the top of the rug or carpet where the box will travel. A centre support can split the available space into two smaller bays. Cut out a cardboard footprint and try sliding it in from the side you can actually reach. Leave room to grip the handle and open the lid. A box can fit beneath the bed and still be awkward to use if it has to come all the way out into a narrow aisle. Our [under-bed measuring guide](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/measure-under-bed-storage/) walks through the height, bay and pull-out checks. ### For bedding you reach for regularly The SmartStore Bedroller has a folding lid, so you can access the near end when it is partway out. Its 59 cm width needs a fairly open bay. It is worth comparing with a shorter box if the bed has central legs. For frequent access ### SmartStore Bedroller 60L The wheels and folding lid let you roll the box partway out to reach items near the front. Its wider footprint can take bulkier folded bedding if your bed has a large open bay. **Outside · cm**: 79 × 59 × 18.5 **Inside · cm**: 70 × 51.5 × 16.5 **Capacity**: 60 litres **Access**: Folding lid, wheels **What to check** Check the 59 cm side and 79 cm length against your supports, then check the wheel path and room for the lid to lift. View on Amazon — SmartStore Bedroller 60L For clothes used every week, see [wardrobe organisers](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/wardrobe-organisation/). For spare bedding packed further away, compare [boxes and shelving](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/boxes-and-shelving/). [Back to all under-bed storage guides](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/under-bed-storage/#guide-library) ## Questions before you choose ### What should I measure before buying under-bed storage? Check the lowest height, each opening between supports and the space to pull the container out and open it. Then compare your contents with the usable interior or filled case shape. ### Should I choose boxes, bags or drawers? Rigid boxes give a defined footprint, soft cases group textiles and drawers provide open access. Match the format to the contents, care instructions and retrieval route. ### Can I use the whole space beneath the bed? Bed legs, centre supports and required clearances can divide it into separate bays. Keep the bed structure intact and measure each usable bay rather than relying on the mattress footprint. ### Can I use wheeled under-bed storage on carpet? Check the exact product and test the loaded movement on your floor. Thick pile, rug edges and wheel direction can make a box awkward to pull out. Allow for the floor surface when measuring the lowest clearance. ### How should I choose storage for bedding? Separate sheets and covers from bulky filled bedding, and follow the care labels. Measure the actual fold or filled case, keep textiles clean and fully dry, and use compression only where the bedding maker allows it. ## How this guide is put together We group the guides around the space, the contents and the way you need to reach them. Product examples use published specifications for the linked model, with limitations explained beside each recommendation. The checklist is a planning aid. Confirm the exact variant, installation requirements and loaded access before buying. 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