A small rented room needs furniture that saves space and is easy to take with you when you move. Below are 10 types of foldable or multi-use items worth considering. The post does not list prices or specific shops.
10 types of furniture
- Folding or wall-mounted desk: for work, folded away when not in use.
- Folding chairs: can be stored behind a door or under the bed.
- Folding mattress or folding bed: for guests or a small bedroom.
- Folding clothes drying rack.
- Free-standing multi-tier shelf: leans against the wall, no drilling needed.
- Under-bed storage boxes and bins.
- Fabric or modular wardrobe: light and easy to take apart.
- Over-the-toilet or beside-the-sink shelf.
- Multi-tier rolling cart: works as a kitchen or storage shelf and can be moved around.
- Over-the-door hooks and tension rods.
How to choose
- Measure the room and the furniture before you buy.
- Pick items with enough load capacity for your needs, especially beds and desks.
- Prefer items you can take apart, so moving is easier.
- Do not use anything that needs drilling into the wall without asking your landlord first.
Frequently asked questions
What should I buy first?
Storage shelves and a folding desk are usually the two items that free up the most space.
Is foldable furniture durable?
It depends on the quality. Read the load rating carefully and check the frame and hinges before you buy.
See also: laying out a room under 30 m², buying household items.