Stop Letting Mugs Hog Your Cabinet Space When You Could Be Storing Them Like This

Being a collector can be tricky sometimes. Whether it's books, magnets, or mugs, you are always finding more to add to your troupe, but space can become an issue. Especially when it comes to cups and mugs, you may find yourself running out of areas to arrange them, and if you already decluttered your mug cabinet with a DIY wall display and still don't have room for your pieces, it may be helpful to think outside the box (or cupboard, in this case). So how do you show off your collection without making your home seem too busy or full? A ladder may be the answer you've been seeking. It only makes sense that one of these tiered units could also serve as a mug holder, and just by adding hooks or keeping your mugs on the various levels, you can create stylish storage without even having to build it from scratch!

There are so many ways to repurpose a ladder, and these units have become a big trend in home decor. They can hold everything from linens and towels to artwork and kitchen supplies in a unique and aesthetically pleasing design, which is why many people use them for decorative storage. As there are a variety of styles and sizes, you can find one to suit your space, then pick your most coveted mugs to hang or place on it. 

You could thrift a ladder and then add your own hooks, allowing you to control how many spaces there are to hang your mugs. If you do thrift one, make sure to do any upgrades or renovations before adding your hooks, like standing, staining, painting, or even adding decoupage. For vintage ladders, you also want to make sure that the foundation can hold mugs, so check the rungs and add any support necessary to keep your pieces from falling off.

If you prefer to buy new, you can find ladders like Home Depot's Lavish Home Ladder Bookshelf, and then you can also upgrade these to suit your needs. If you choose a ladder with more surface space on the rungs like the Ecomex Fionafurn from Walmart, you can simply place your mugs on top, otherwise you can still add hooks as you with the thrifted option (or both). You can still paint or stain the new version, or leave it as is. For versions like this Decor Steals Distressed Wooden Ladder, hanging it on a wall and opening up floor space beneath is great for smaller areas, which you can also do for thrifted versions that are flat and won't stick out too far. This simple trick also helps make the most of vertical space. Use hooks to keep the ladder in place on the wall, then hang your mugs to enjoy them outside of a cupboard!