11 Storage Finds From Harbor Freight That Can Help Organize Your Home

One of the biggest mistakes you can make when shopping at Harbor Freight is ignoring the potential of certain products beyond what they were designed for. To do so is to miss a golden opportunity — not only to optimize the way you organize your home, but to potentially save a small fortune versus springing for dedicated home storage solutions. This is especially true if you're trying to maximize storage space in a small home. While custom-built cabinets and drawer sets are likely to put a significant dent in your bank balance, you might just find that Harbor Freight has a solution that's not only equally practical, but significantly cheaper, too.

The key is to keep an open mind and to try and think creatively. For example, just because a small storage bin is designed to organize nuts and bolts, that doesn't mean that it wouldn't also work well on the sideboard as a place to store your keys. And if a magnetic rack helps to keep your tools organized in your shed, then chances are it would work just as well in the kitchen as a way of storing knives. 

As you'll see below, there are plenty of storage finds from Harbor Freight that can organize more than just your tools. Some promise to clear the clutter from the floor of your garage. Others could give your kids some extra space to store their toys. There are products that may even inspire some creative storage ideas to help de-clutter your entryway. By thinking about a product's alternative uses, and you may just be surprised at how easy — and how cheap — organizing your home can be.

For an affordable solution at Harbor Freight to organize any space, consider Storehouse's 4-inch Stacking Tilt Bins. Cost-effective at just $2 each, these bins are designed to hold incidental DIY bits, like screws, nuts, and bolts. That said, they can also easily be used to help keep your craft room or home office organized.

In fact, they're perfect for stationery items like paperclips, push pins, or any array of other small office and hobby supplies. Perhaps you're into remote control cars and need a place to store your various batteries and tools. Or maybe you like to spend your weekends crafting jewelry, in which case these bins would be perfect for housing beads, stones, or string. And since these bins stack, they optimize vertical space and won't take up too much real estate on your desk.

These convenient bins have a positive 4.9-star average rating, based on 861 customer reviews. One buyer wrote, "For the consummate organizer like me, these things are GOLD!" Another who bought them to organize their home office said, "I purchased twelve of these containers and arranged them in a three by four configuration and mounted them on the wall next to my workspace. Instantly the clutter left my desk and was properly organized." With its multi-functionality and accessible price point, this multipurpose organizer is a Harbor Freight hero.

Bauer's Modular Storage Totes are a versatile storage item that would work as well in the back of a pickup truck as they would on the shelves in your garage or basement. They're incredibly strong, with a 50-pound carrying capacity. And if you have lots of items to store, they're also modular, which makes it easy to keep your belongings organized. 

These plastic totes have a 4.8-star average based on 257 total customer reviews. Several buyers praise the totes' sturdy build and their ability to keep more utilitarian spaces organized and clear of clutter. One customer noted, "I've purchased a bunch of these for use on my garage shelving." Another bought one to organize their home decorating supplies and said, "It is the perfect size for the job. It appears to be well-made and has been durable so far." At $26 per piece, these bins are more of an investment than other organizers. But for those who are looking to optimize utilitarian spaces in their home, like lofts, garages, utility rooms, and sheds, that outlay may be worthwhile. 

The 8-Drawer Wood Tool Chest from Windsor Design is a practical product that features abundant storage for tools, materials, and accessories. It's built with metal hardware and wooden insets that bring a hand-crafted look to wherever you use it. It's made to store small tools such as calipers and micrometers, with felt-lined drawers that are designed to protect them from damage and rust. And the lid is even fitted with a decorative safety mirror to assist with first aid in case dust or debris find their way into your eyes.

While it is a worthwhile solution for tool storage in your garage or shop, its attractive design means this toolbox would also work well inside the home as storage for hobby crafts. Since it's designed to house smaller parts, it's equally useful for storing the materials and tools that home jewelers and model makers might need. The felt-lined interior also makes it suitable for just about any delicate or precious items you want to organize and store, including jewelry or even silver cutlery. Because its design is more versatile than regular plastic or steel toolboxes, this storage solution also doesn't feel like it needs to be relegated to the garage or a closet. An attractive piece like this could easily be displayed on a vanity, desk, or other surface inside the home. 

With over 2,200 reviews, the chest has a 4.6-star average customer rating. In their reviews, buyers note plenty of uses for the chest beyond what the manufacturer intended, using it to store everything from knives to watches. One wrote that it's a "nice desktop box ... perfect for my upstairs shop where I assemble small crafts and model kits." Another customer said, "I saw this beautiful wooden toolbox and immediately knew that this is the jewelry box for me! I bought it and completely love it." So if you're looking for a great jewelry organizer for your space, this option is worth checking out. 

These Heavy Duty Tool Hooks are a multi-purpose item that has seemingly endless applications around the home. They're designed to suspend up to 50 pounds, which means they should have no trouble at all supporting the weight of anything from kitchen utensils to your favorite guitar. They also feature a protective coating that prevents damage to whatever items you're hanging. And since they screw directly into the wall, they are easy to install directly into drywall with studs.

Its biggest sell? This Harbor Freight find costs just $1.79 a piece. Compare that to the price of dedicated guitar hangers, coat hooks, or kitchen organizers, all of which can be at least triple the price from storefronts on Amazon — and there are definite savings to be had. Plus, customers consistently review these hooks as solid and dependable. 

Out of nearly 400 reviews, they have a 4.8-star average rating. Users agree that they're easy to use, sturdy, and dependable for an array of uses. One customer wrote, "Great hook for multi-purpose use. I used it to hang the step ladder. But it can be used it for hat, jacket, tools and anything you can think of." Other potential uses include using the hooks to create a budget-friendly handbag hanger or a DIY wood and hook catchall organizer to keep your entryway tidy. 

Consider using U.S. General's 18-inch Magnetic Tool Holder to organize your kitchen knives if you're an avid home cook. Designed for keeping things like screwdrivers and other metal tools organized, it's just as useful for keeping your sharpest knives from incurring damage in the drawer. It can also be used to keep them out of reach of children. It's easy to install on flat surfaces, and unlike those picture-perfect wooden knife blocks, it takes up zero space on your countertops.

With over 12,000 reviews and a 4.8-star average rating, it's clear that this magnetic strip is a customer favorite. One buyer wrote, "I have purchased 10 of these to use for holding down my car covers on both vehicles. They also work well in holding knives in the kitchen and by the BBQ." Another noted, "I use these bars everywhere. In the kitchen for hanging knives. Also in the kitchen for baking pans. In the sheds and basement for tools. In the craft room for needles and crochet hooks. Just everywhere."

With nine drawers of storage plus a sleek, solid-wood countertop, Yukon's 9-Drawer Storage Cabinet is a strong option for restoring order to garages. In fact, it's one of Harbor Freight's best tool storage solutions – but just because that's what Yukon designed it for, this doesn't mean it's the only way you can use it. As it turns out, customers find it especially useful in their kitchens for added storage. 

There's no question that customers love this set of drawers — the product rakes in a 4.8-star average rating based on over 10,000 reviews. In their reviews, buyers cite its versatility beyond the garage. One wrote that their "wife wanted it for a kitchen island." Another elaborated that "the wood top makes a good work surface." And multiple other reviews echo that the wheeled unit has ample storage for kitchen gadgets, spices, and more. Even pots and pans can fit in the large bottom drawers.

If you wanted to amp up the kitchen storage capabilities even further, placing two units side by side could provide a robust kitchen island. To make this possible, you could simply omit installing the side handle so that they sit flush against each other. You can even fortify the solid wood top with a food-grade butcher block oil like Watco's, so that it's ready for whatever cooking and food prep you throw at it.

There are far more uses for Yukon's Multipurpose Wall Mount Tool Organizer than merely hanging your go-to gardening tools. Sure, it's great for de-cluttering and organizing your shed, shop, or garage. But it would be just as effective if mounted to the wall in your hallway and used to declutter those bags and coats that otherwise get tossed aside to pile up on a chair. You could also use one in your cleaning cupboard to organize your housekeeping supplies, like mops, brooms, and dustpans.

The reality is that this storage find from Harbor Freight can work just about anywhere in your home. And it's likely to be reliable wherever you use it, since most users agree that it's incredibly well built for the price point. Based on nearly 800 reviews, this wall mounted rack has a 4.4-star average rating. Several customers remarked that it's also very easy to install. One concluded, "This product really helped to get my garage and shed organized. Lightweight yet sturdy, it was installed in minutes." If you want to use this Harbor Freight customer favorite in your entryway, consider mounting a shelf just above it for a comprehensive organizer that will keep all of your belongings tidy when leaving and entering the home. 

Designed to make garage organization easier, the Yukon Five-Tier Shelf would work well in other rooms of the house. While its industrial design may not complement most bedrooms, it could work as an excellent addition to your playroom for toy storage — especially if you give it a once-over with some spray paint in a fun color. You could also use this shelving in tandem with storage totes of your choice to keep your kitchen pantry clear of clutter. Similarly, you could employ the shelves in your office or craft room to organize everything from paperwork to knitting supplies.

Each shelf is designed to withstand up to 150 pounds of weight — more than enough capacity to handle everyday items and then some. It also comes with brackets that you can use to fix it to your wall, making it a safe addition to areas where kids and pets often scamper past. It's rated five stars by more than 2,900 users, and if you read through the reviews, you'll find inspiration for a world of various uses. One buyer shared, "We set this up in our spare bedroom closet so we can store additional items." Another noted how well the shelves work in their greenhouse by providing more room for plants. 

If you're looking for a storage solution in your house that evokes the old adage "out of sight, out of mind," then Yukon's 48-inch by 72-inch Garage Cabinet could be worth considering. The largest in the range, this cabinet yields 30 cubic feet of storage space, with four deep and adjustable shelves that can each bear up to 90 pounds of weight. Two power access ports in the back mean you can easily install appliances and mount them on the shelves. And regardless of what you keep inside, two steel doors allow you to shut everything away and enjoy a seamless, clutter-free look.

With all of this in mind, it's hardly surprising that out of 200-plus reviews, this cabinet has a 4.7-star average rating. As you'd expect, most bought the cabinet to use in their garage, including one who said it helps give their garage a "nice, neat appearance." But there are others whose uses for the cabinet are less expected, including one who said that they are "using it as an extra pantry to store non-perishable foods." Some reviews note that the assembly is not especially easy, and the size of the cabinet won't necessarily suit all spaces. But if you have the time, energy, and real estate to add this cabinet to your home, it definitely delivers practical closed storage.

Designed to be used in the garage for hanging an array of tools, U.S. General's Magnetic Hook would be just as useful pretty much anywhere you have a metal surface on which to stick it. For example, you could use it to hang a bag of clothespins from the side of your washing machine in your laundry room. Alternatively, use it to hang cookware or utensils in your kitchen, since its 25-pound pull force capacity allows for hanging heavier items. 

Over 2,000 customers have bought and reviewed this small but mighty hook, yielding a 4.8-star average customer rating. Many customers cite the hook's strength in their reviews. One even described it as the "best magnet on the market." However, it seems that its biggest asset is its versatility. One product reviewer explained that they use it to hang coats, keys, and other small incidental items that would otherwise clog up their home's hallway. Another said, "I love these magnets!", and shared how they can be used for hanging everything from seasonal wreaths to pots and pans. They even said the hooks are so good, that "I'm giving them as gifts!"

Whether it's tools, kids' toys, or hobby supplies, Yukon's Large Clear Stacking Bins seem to make light work of storing items. As you'd expect given the name, they're designed to stack neatly on top of each other. They're also made from heavy-duty plastic, which means they're as capable of storing teddy bears as they are heavy-duty tools. And since the plastic is clear, you can easily see — and get to — whatever is stored inside.

The bins have only been reviewed by 54 users to date, which isn't many compared to other storage finds in this guide. However, 52 customers give the product at least four stars. One customer, who originally bought them to use in the garage, said they now use the bins to store their art paints. Several others noted that they use them in the kitchen and pantry, including one who shared that they use theirs to keep produce and ingredients organized on their countertops, as well as in their fridge and freezer.