Dormitor cu garderobă joasă cu uși glisante de la Elfa.

Dormitor cu garderobă joasă cu uși glisante de la Elfa sub tavanul înclinat.

Smart storage for tricky spaces

Every home has its own unique shape and style. With our flexible system, you can easily create storage that follows the natural lines of the room and highlights its unique character. We’ve gathered tips and ideas on how smart storage can help you tailor a storage solution that’s perfect for your home.

Make use of the attic

Do you have a sloped ceiling? The Sparring system allows you to adjust each wallband to make the most of the wall.

Nikki’s attic

A bookshelf that effortlessly suits any space

Build a bookshelf around the doorway, under the sloped ceiling or above the Dado paneling. With a flexible system, only your imagination sets the limits.

Explore the Sparring system

Obývací pokoj s knihovnou Sparring by Elfa v bílé barvě, kde jsou knihy roztříděny podle barev.

Salon z białym regałem na książki Sparring od Elfa wokół drzwi.

Poutre d’étagère Elfa en blanc sous un plafond incliné.

Sloped ceiling? Create smart storage anyway

Do you have a sloped ceiling? With a customised system, you build a storage unit that follows the slope of the ceiling.

Storage under a sloped ceiling

Dormitorio con armario bajo con puertas correderas de Elfa.

Dormitor cu garderobă cu uși glisante burgund de la Elfa, sub un tavan înclinat.

Habitación infantil con estanterías bajo el techo inclinado llenas de libros y juguetes. La repisa inferior sirve de escritorio.

Mansardă cu spațiu de depozitare de la Classic by Elfa sub tavan înclinat cu rafturi și sertare.

co nejlépe využít prostor. šatní skříň v menším výklenku v ložnici se šikmým stropem a střešními trámy

Loft con almacenamiento de Classic by Elfa bajo el tejado inclinado.

Cameră pentru hobby-uri cu spațiu de depozitare de la Sparring by Elfa cu panou perforat și tăvi extensibile din plasă.

Komoda od Décor+ od Elfa v šedé barvě s dekoracemi na horní straně pod šikmým stropem.

Build around the obstacles

You can easily cut the shelves to fit around electrical cabinets, pipes or other obstacles. Smart, convenient and fully possible with a hacksaw or angle grinder.

Estantes de Sparring by Elfa en blanco construidos alrededor de un armario eléctrico.

Šatník od Classic by Elfa v šedé barvě se svrchním oblečením a taškami, kde je úložný prostor postaven kolem elektrické šatní skříně.

Postranní police Elfa v bílé barvě s modrými úložnými boxy postavenými kolem elektrické skříně.

With the top track and hang standards, you can position the storage above or beside the pipes without drilling near any installations. Leaving a bit of space around the pipes helps create a safe, clean, and well‑organized impression in the room.

Tips from the storage expert

When space is limited, smart planning makes all the difference. Measure the area carefully and choose a wall‑mounted system that can be tailored to the room’s layout. Mix shelves of different depths, combine mesh baskets with open surfaces, and make use of the inside of the door. By utilising the full height, you can create a functional solution even in the tightest of spaces.

Frida, expertă în depozitare de la Elfa, la ușa unei camere de depozitare de sub o scară cu spații de depozitare de la Elfa.

Frida Swanson is a storage expert at Elfa.

Armario con almacenamiento de Classic by Elfa con ropa colgada, cestas malla extraíbles y un colgador para pantalones.

Úložný prostor s úložným prostorem Elfa pod šikmou střechou.

How to adapt the system

With the help of a hacksaw or angle grinder, you can adapt the storage according to your measurements. You can cut the following products: top track, wire shelf, closet rod, hang standard and wire shelf basket.

See the planning guides

Storage under the stairs

The space under the stairs is perfect for a storage area or even a pantry. With smart functions, you can store everything from shoes and accessories to dry goods and cleaning utensils in a convenient way.

Estantes de varilla Classic by Elfa en blanco debajo de una escalera donde se almacenan artículos de limpieza.

Almacenamiento de Elfa en una sala de almacenamiento debajo de una escalera.

Café bajo una escalera con almacenamiento de Elfa donde se almacenan productos secos y artículos de limpieza.

Rangement mural pour chaussures Elfa dans un espace de rangement sous un escalier.

Out-of-Sight Storage

Tight cupboards and narrow storage rooms can become organised and inviting spaces with the right storage solutions. Use walls, doors and corners to create space with shelves and wire baskets that fit even in small spaces.

Magasinez avec le rangement Classic by Elfa avec des articles secs sur les étagères et des bouteilles de vin dans les étagères paniers en fil.

Buanderie avec rangement Classic by Elfa en blanc avec étagères à chaussures.

Almacén con almacenamiento de Elfa donde se almacenan especias y productos secos.

Szafa ze schowkiem Classic by Elfa z drucianymi półkami/koszami na butelki wina.

Rangement avec rangement Classic by Elfa blanc pour chaussures, manteaux et oreillers.

Johanna Berglund asamblează sistemul de depozitare Classic de la Elfa în alb într-o mansardă cu grinzi de acoperiș.

Smart storage around roof beams

Let the beams define the room. Embrace the angles and build storage that highlights the space’s unique character.

Johanna’s attic

Smart storage without drilling

On door storage is a brilliant way to create order even in small spaces like hallways, laundry rooms, or pantries. With both top and bottom hooks, you can mount the solution without any drilling at all.

Prefer to install it directly onto the wall instead? No problem — the wall rail comes with pre‑drilled screw holes, making it easy to mount wherever you need it.

No matter how you choose to assemble it, you get a flexible storage solution that can easily be adapted to your needs with baskets, shelves and hooks that help you create space for your everyday essentials.

On door storage

Depozitare Classic by Elfa în spatele unei perdele cu coșuri din plasă care conțin articole tehnice și cărți.

Sală cu o mică cameră de depozitare cu spații de depozitare de la Elfa pe perete și ușă, care conține încălțăminte și accesorii.

Narożnik w piwnicy ze schowkiem Elfa z koszami drucianymi, w których można przechowywać papier do pakowania prezentów i artykuły do samodzielnego wykonania.

Esquina con almacenamiento Elfa con estantes de alambre tipo cesta, cestas malla y cestas malla para guardar ropa y artículos de limpieza.

Depozitare cu ușă care are depozitare de la Elfa cu articole de curățare.

Rangement sous un escalier avec rangement Elfa au mur et sur la porte où sont stockés les produits secs, les fournitures de nettoyage et l’emballage cadeau.

Floor‑standing drawer systems in various sizes

The floor-standing drawer system is a smart solution for tricky spaces such as the wardrobe, laundry room or the area under the stairs. With frames in several different heights and widths, it’s easy to create customised storage even in low or narrow spaces. Choose whether the system should stand directly on the floor or complement with castors for a flexible and easy-to-move solution.

Explore the drawer system

Almacenamiento de material deportivo en estantes y cajones de Elfa.

Étendoir à linge avec système de tiroirs Classic by Elfa sur roulettes sous un panier.

Biuro ze schowkiem z systemu szuflad Classic by Elfa między dwoma biurkami.

Get inspired by others

Discover how others have created smart solutions to keep their homes tidy. Be inspired by their way of thinking about storage and how it can make a big difference in everyday life.

Nicki Brantmark stă sub acoperișul înclinat de la mansardă cu spații de depozitare de la Classic by Elfa în alb.

Niki’s loft

Johanna in the attic by an open Classic by Elfa wardrobe in white.

Johanna’s loft

Une vingtaine de maisons dans un jardin luxuriant par une journée ensoleillée.

Smart storage in the 20s villa

Thobias și Lisa stau pe canapea cu câinele lor.

Thobias and Lisa’s home

Ida-Marie stă lângă o garderobă deschisă de la Décor+ by Elfa în alb și mesteacăn.

At home with Ida-Marie

Caroline Richter und ihre Familie sitzen zusammen auf einer Treppe.

Caroline’s smart storage

Armoire sous l’escalier avec rangement suspendu Classic by Elfa et rangement de porte.

Katrine’s smart storage solutions

Frequently asked questions about storage in tricky spaces

“I have an odd space - can Elfa really fit there?”

Yes! Elfa’s systems are flexible and adaptable. Create smart storage solutions for sloping ceilings, narrow walls, awkward corners, under-stair nooks, and all those hard‑to‑furnish spaces.

How do I build smart storage around obstacles such as electrical cabinets, sloping ceilings or radiators?

Choose a flexible and wall-based system, such as Elfas Classic or Sparring. They allow the length and depth of the shelves to be adjusted and the hang standards to be positioned freely. The shelves can be cut to fit around pipes, sloping ceilings or other fixed installations - without compromising on function or aesthetics. It is a good idea to use a laser level to keep the hang standards level on uneven surfaces or sloping ceilings.

What’s the best way to plan efficient storage in a small apartment?

Use open shelving systems, on-door storage, and also use the height. Choose flexible solutions that can be built on as needs change. Transparency in the form of mesh baskets and open wire shelves provide airiness and clarity.

How do you plan storage for awkward spaces like sloped ceilings or narrow hallways?

Opt for wall‑mounted systems that can be adjusted to fit the shape of the wall. Elfa’s systems—such as Classic or Sparring—are designed to function even under sloping ceilings or around obstacles. Make use of the height, position the hang standards freely, and cut shelves when needed to make the most of every centimetre.

How should you plan storage under the stairs?

Use asymmetric shelves or tailor storage with the Sparring system. Adjustable heights and depths help you make the most of the stair space without it feeling cramped.

We offer more than just sustainable storage solutions

With a simple drag-and-drop function, you can plan everything from a small shelving system to an entire wardrobe solution.

Plan your solution

Get tips and advice on how to measure and customise your storage solution to fit your space, step by step.

Use the planning guides

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