The Shelving Solution Amazon Shoppers are Finding Uses for All Around the House

When it comes to storage solutions, it pays to get creative. When you find a product that works, you want to use it everywhere—and most of the time it’s the simplest storage finds that are the most versatile.

ClosetMaid is one of the best brands for closet storage, and we noticed that the ClosetMaid Stackable Shelf has been featured on Amazon’s Movers and Shakers section—which, in case you didn’t know, highlights some of the most popular products being sold in real time. So what makes this shelf—which comes in three color options (dark cherry, black and, white) and both 24- and 31-inch lengths—special?

The best part about this shelf is its versatility: The shelves easily stack on top of each other, making them a perfect solution for cluttered closets and entryways. They’re best used for shoes—the shorter size fits two pairs and the longer fits four (or 12 pairs total). This type of shelving was actually my first shoe storage solution growing up (thanks mom!) as my shoe obsession and collection started to swell (again, thanks mom) and I can confirm that they’re worth the hype. They’re not just for shoes, though—use them to stash sweaters, t-shirts, jeans, bags, and anything that needs a place of its own.

The beauty of stackability is that you can create a storage solution for your needs that feels, dare we say, custom. You can also definitely use these shelves in an entryway or mudroom to hold guests’ shoes or the pairs that you’re always reaching for. And no matter how long you plan to use them, whether for a year in your dorm or many years in your small apartment, they look anything but temporary.

Looking for more ideas? Amazon shoppers have shared how they make these shelves work for them in the comments section. From a computer monitor shelf to extra countertop storage in the kitchen, there’s no limit on what these shelves can be used for. One Amazon reviewer uses it to store her appliances and hold storage baskets, while another woman cleverly uses her shelf as stairs so her small dog can climb into the bed. Seriously a genius idea! Another man bought five more to customize his girlfriend’s walk-in closet after he found success with a set of his own.

How would you use these shelves to add value to your space?