IKEA's Versatile Storage Bin Offers A Lot Of Organization Options For Its $15 Price Tag

While some individuals may be able to instantly make optimal use of their space, others are not as skilled at staying organized. Fortunately, there are companies who craft products designed to help to that end. IKEA is one such beloved brand, known for its innovative (and affordable) furniture and home accessories, as well as its organizational resources. Many of the products from IKEA are capable of transforming your space from cluttered mess to a nicely organized room; and one of their versatile storage bins is offering a lot of organization for only $15: the Tröskning bin with lid.

Designed to help you sort recyclables and dry trash, the Tröskning ($14.99) offers sealing bins with a clever little flap access on the front of the lid. This allows you to deposit an empty water bottle or a wadded-up piece of paper without needing to remove the entire lid or deal with a wide-open bin that displays the contents. Customers who have purchased the Tröskning bin have given it their stamp of approval — 4.7-stars out of 56 reviews — saying that it is attractive looking, helpful for sorting waste, and high quality. Whether you need to sort your recyclables or get on top of some organization, the Tröskning could be worth considering in your home.

Just because IKEA designed the Tröskning bin for recycling doesn't mean you can't use it for an abundance of other items. Several customers mention using the bins for novel purposes, some of which may bring some inspiration to you and your own needs. One customer review mentions using them for pet food and pet care essentials. Another says that they are ideal for putting compost in. Other applications for these bins could include storage for kids' toys or art supplies, shoes, or out-of-season clothing. You could also easily use the bins for getting your garage or garden shed more organized. The 7-gallon capacity of the bins means they can hold items that take up a lot of space and need to be kept sealed, like lump charcoal or potting soil.

Since the bins are quite streamlined and designed to securely stack on top of another, they can be put to work in closets or small spaces that are short of square footage (you may even be able to tuck one inside of a cabinet or behind a door. While there is a lot to love about the Tröskning, these bins aren't see-through (they are available in light gray-blue and light beige) it is in your best interest to label the outside with a list of contents. Whether you need to organize your recyclables or something else entirely, the Tröskning bin may offer you a leg up.