Keep your nightly essentials tidy and within reach using these simple bedside table organization ideas.

Nightstands can become clutter magnets in the blink of an eye.

You’ll sleep well knowing that everything is in its place.

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Always Declutter First

Before implementing any organization ideas, clear out your nightstand and sort the items into piles.

As an example, electronics can be divided by remotes, chargers, and devices.

Personal care can be sorted into hand lotion, hair ties, and medicine.

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Another thing to consider if you have multiple drawers or shelves is to assign a zone for each one.

Theyre a moreeco-friendly organizingtool as opposed to their plastic counterparts.

Secondly, theyre customizable and can be arranged however you see fit.

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From there, use the individual compartments to divide out pens from lighters and tissues from ear plugs.

These are easy enough to remove and relabel if you decide to change up your system in your future.

The problem is that it can quickly become an unsightly mess, especially if you have multiple devices.

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If thats the case, consider creating a hidden spot inside a nightstand drawer.

Keep them charged and out of sight for the night.

Put Chargers on Display

If youd rather have them more readily available, consider a two-in-one charging station.

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Your everyday devices can still be charged overnight but accessible in case of an emergency.

Lay a Trinket Tray

Another straightforward way to keep the important things organized is to employ a tray.

For a luxe touch, try a beautiful bedside water carafe with a lid that turns into a cup.

Keep a pair of reading glasses and a book lamp nearby as well.

Consider attaching a fabric caddy to the side of your bed instead.