This Storage Hack Uses An Unexpected Piece Of Outdoor Equipment Inside The House

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When you think of effective storage solutions for your home, a range of products likely come to mind. Things like baskets, ottomans, shelves, and glass jars are pretty common and reliable choices. That said, sometimes the best storage solutions come from unexpected sources. For example, a basic garden hose holder can easily be repurposed to meet a range of storage needs inside your house. Garden hose holders or butlers, particularly the wall mounted variety, can be used as a sort of decorative hook, perfect for hanging blankets or towels. Some models even have built-in shelves to hold additional items — think remote controls or books. 

To buy new, garden hose holders can be relatively inexpensive with affordable wall-mounted options coming in around $30-$40. However, if you can repurpose one you already own or source one from your local thrift store, these holders quickly become a budget-friendly way to maximize storage space in your small home. The best part? When fully styled, people will hardly be able to tell that your little hose holder was originally meant for outdoor use.

Garden hose holders are incredibly versatile and, depending on the shape, can be used to hold a range of items including books, lotion bottles, records, spices, and more. When mounted on a wall in your living room, a garden hose holder can be used as unique blanket storage to keep your living space organized and in style. Simply drape your throw blanket over the rounded part of the butler/holder where you would normally wrap your garden hose. Similarly, you can mount a garden hose holder to your bathroom door and drape/dry your towel on it after showering. If your garden hose holder has an additional shelf like this Liberty Garden Black Garden Hose Butler with Shelf, you could even use it as a fun upcycle to create the coolest toilet paper storage solution for your bathroom. Really, anywhere you would normally use a shelf or a hook, garden hose holders can be cleverly used instead.

Repurposing garden hose holders indoors isn't just about function, they can be pretty stylish as well.  For example, this Stainless Steel Heavy Duty Wall-Mounted Decorative Hose Hanger boasts a beautiful butterfly design. Alternatively, this GOFORWILD Garden Hose Holder is perfect for anyone who loves decorating with stars. To further incorporate these garden hose holders into your decor style, don't be afraid to dress them up with paint or string lights to add a little warmth.