Home Improvement Ideas Outdoor Structures Sheds & Playhouses 17 Shed Organization Ideas to Keep Your Outdoor Supplies Neat and Tidy With ideas for hooks, creative shelving, potting benches, and more, these shed storage ideas will give your outdoor space a makeover. By Mary Cornetta Mary Cornetta Mary Cornetta has been in the professional organizing industry for over 5 years. She knew she had a passion for decluttering and organization upon graduating Marist College in 2007, however, pursued it as a hobby instead of a career. All of that changed when Mary founded Sort and Sweet Inc on Long Island in 2017. Since then, she has worked hands-on and virtually with hundreds of clients to clear their clutter and create functional systems in their homes and offices. Mary runs the Sort and Sweet social media accounts, creating content and writing captions with organizing tips and inspiration for more than 12,000 followers. Recently relocated to Savannah, she continues to own and operate the business with the help of a talented team. Mary has been a weekly contributing writer for House Digest and has been interviewed as an expert by Martha Stewart Living, Real Simple, and Health magazines. She is the owner of the blog, Organized Overall, in which she details how she creates organization in her home. Learn about BHG's Editorial Process Updated on June 6, 2023 Trending Videos Close this video player Photo: Marty Baldwin An outdoor shed provides bonus storage space for your home. But keeping bulky tools and gardening pots tidy often poses a challenge. Luckily, there's no shortage of organizing tips to keep your shed in order. With ideas for hooks, creative shelving, potting benches, and more, these shed organization ideas will help you give your outdoor space a makeover. 26 Deck Storage Ideas to Organize Your Outdoor Space 01 of 17 Utilize Drawer Organizers Marty Baldwin Go a step further for the ultimate shed organization by dividing drawers in a storage cart or a workbench. Small items tend to get stuffed into drawers and lost over time, so prevent that by introducing inserts. Stick with clear draw dividers and containers to see exactly what you have and sort like items together. 02 of 17 Maximize Wall Space Laurie Black For an alternative shelving solution, try a wall-mounted shelf in a height, width, and depth that fits your shed. This keeps shed supplies at eye level and maximizes vertical space. Place the items you rarely reach for on higher shelves and the things you often need on the lower levels. 10 Genius DIY Garage Storage Ideas That Eliminate Clutter 03 of 17 Hang Shed Supplies with Hooks Marty Baldwin Consider a potting bench with multiple hooks for shed organization. The beauty of a hook rack is that it not only keeps small items such as shovels and trowels from getting lost, but it also keeps them sorted and in plain sight. Hang or mount a hook rack on an easy-to-reach wall, the side of a shelving unit, or off of a storage cart. 04 of 17 Don't Forget About Doors Peter Krumhardt One of the most overlooked methods of maximizing storage space is utilizing the inside of a door. Whether your shed has French doors or just one, you can take advantage of this favorite professional organizer's secret. Simply space out hooks at the top of the door and hang long-handled lawn tools such as rakes, tillers, and hoes. This way, you barely have to step into the shed to grab what you need. 5 Gardening and Watering Tools that Will Solve Your Dry Yard Problems 05 of 17 Use a Drying Rack Marty Baldwin Not just reserved for dishes, water bottles, or cutting boards, a bamboo rack can help with shed organization by keeping your plant saucers and drip trays in order. Use one to keep them upright and easy to grab, avoiding a haphazard pile. For even more shed organization, place the rack within an open container to collect terra-cotta planters or garden tools. 06 of 17 Look for Adjustable Options Adam Albright For an even better method of shed organization with open shelving, try a slotted rack system with flexible brackets. This allows you to adjust them however you wish, even as your needs change. Corral small stuff into baskets or crates and let more oversized or decorative items stand alone. 5 DIY Shelves for Added Storage 07 of 17 Mount a Basket Jay Wilde Utilize every inch of space, especially in a tiny shed, with a wall-mounted basket or two. Hang one below a window frame or above your workspace to make organizing and reaching for the little things easy. This narrow, shallow hanging basket keeps small hand tools, garden twine, and plant labels tidy. 08 of 17 Hang Shed Supplies Jay Wilde Use wall hooks that can withstand the weight of heftier shed supplies, like hedge trimmers or lawn chairs. Look for styles labeled "utility" with two prongs so you can confidently hang up your things and keep them from cluttering the floor. For added security, mount hooks to wall studs. As a bonus, all-weather hooks can go outside to free up even more shed space. The 15 Best Outdoor Storage Essentials for Your Backyard 09 of 17 Store More with Buckets Jay Wilde There's no shortage of containers available for shed organization. But even the inside of a shed can be exposed to the elements. Skip canvas or fabric baskets in favor of long-lasting metal buckets. They're easy to clean, keep like items together, and look stylish. 10 of 17 Hang Pegboard Marty Baldwin Pegboard is a classic organization tool for garages, basements, and sheds. This customizable solution helps you sort and store a variety of things, especially the small stuff. Seed packets sit in basket attachments, scissors, and shears hang from hooks, and small planters rest comfortably on a shelf in this shed pegboard display. When working in a small space such as a shed, putting things on display makes finding them easier and prevents you from stocking up on more than you need. 11 of 17 Shed Storage Cart Marty Baldwin Organize a shed by bringing in a storage cart with shelves, hooks, and drawers. Use one to create a zone for potting, DIY projects, or outdoor toys and games. Look for one with casters so you can conveniently move it around as needed and easily clean up anything below it. 12 of 17 Embrace Built-Ins Jay Wilde They're not only nice to look at—but built-in shelves for shed organization are also practical. If you're lucky enough to have them in your shed or want to include some in your plans, use the shelves to store small items. Ceramic pots, garden books, seeds, and accessories will stay safe on recessed shelving and double as a display in your newly organized backyard oasis. 13 of 17 Repurposed Shed Storage Jay Wilde Get inventive and recycle something sitting around your shed or from a thrift store to use as hooks. Old outdoor spigot handles and one-of-a-kind doorknobs are just two items you can utilize to add functionality and a charming aesthetic to your shed. Mount them to an interior wall to hang shovels, rakes, and other yard tools. 9 Thrift Store Decor Ideas to Repurpose Easily Found Items 14 of 17 Store Shed Supplies Overhead Jay Wilde Small-shed organization is possible with a bit of innovation. The goal is to store your things in any available space, including overhead. Place a shelf above your shed door or window to organize bulky yet lightweight items, such as chair cushions, life vests, or pool toys. 15 of 17 Add Rolling Shed Storage Jay Wilde Have something heavy that you need to haul? Use labeled, lidded buckets for bulk items, such as potting soil, pebbles, or mulch. Then place them on a wooden dolly equipped with casters. Not only does this give the buckets an organized home in which to live, but they're also a cinch to push around. 16 of 17 Utilize Kitchen Storage Laurie Black Take another professional organizing tip from the kitchen and use a mug tree for shed organization. This tall structure with multiple hooks keeps small planters in order but could also be used to hang garden gloves or small hand tools. Store it out of the way in a corner. The 10 Best Gardening Gloves, According to Testing 17 of 17 Organize a She Shed Adam Albright If you're dreaming of a perfectly organized she shed where you can craft DIY projects, leave yourself a little space to work. Install a slim, wall-mounted table and include compact seating. A stool can easily tuck away when not in use. Include office organizers to keep supplies neat. 5 Dollar-Store DIY Decor Projects from TikTok You’ll Love Read More in the Outdoor Entertaining Issue Featuring Mindy Kaling Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit