Including one that you probably never considered.
Ahead, organizing experts reveal the eight things you should never store under your bed.
Paper products are actually a food source to some insects,from silverfishto moths to cockroaches, Carson says.
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Linens and Textiles
Ever whack an old blanket only to watch dust puff out of it?
That scenario is almost a guarantee if youstore linens and textilesunder the bed.
It may not be as noticeable as it would be on a plastic or wooden surface.
This is especially important if you suffer from asthma, Carson adds.
To be safe, keep your comforters away fromdust mites.
The environment wreaks havoc on them.
Thats why its wise to avoid storing heavy or awkward items under there.
You increase your chances of injury so muchand increase the risk of damage to the items, Carson says.
(And even if they dont, do youreallywant to eat from a dusty box of crackers?)
Dust can actually impair or destroy electronics over time, Carson says.
Additionally, anything with a battery poses an increasedfire riskunder the bed.
Psychological Torment Devices
This ones a more philosophical recommendation, Fay says.
Never store memories of your ex or your goal weight clothes under the bed, she explains.
Anything At All
Heres one you may not have considered: anything at all.
Some organizing pros warn against putting anything under the bed.
Kristi Perry, a professional home organizer and owner of Art of the Space, is one of them.
The “black hole effect” is real, adds Carson.
She estimates 80% of whats stored under there is forgotten.
Containers with wheels are great, too, especially if retrieving them might be tough for you.
