30+ Organization Tips for Van Life

This article appeared in simplyurbans.com and has been published here with permission.

Van life can be an exciting adventure, but it does come with its own challenges — like finding a place for everything and keeping your van organized. Imagine waking up to a neat and cozy van where everything has its place, and you can find what you need when you need it. Sounds great, right? Join us as we share some of the most fun and practical tips to help you organize your van and make the most out of your tiny space. Whether you’re a seasoned van lifer or just starting out, these tips will help you stay organized and enjoy your journey to the fullest.

Hanging Toiletry Bags

Hanging toiletry bags are perfect for van life. Hang them on hooks or over door handles to save counter space. Use them to store your toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, and other skincare or body essentials. The multiple compartments keep everything organized and easy to find.

And, since they're portable, you can easily grab them when heading to the shower or bathroom if you're parking in a campsite overnight or for a fun weekend away. This way, your toiletries are always together and tidy.

Reusable Cleaning Cloths

Van life is fun, but it does mean you have to be super organized. Stocking up on reusable cleaning cloths that can be stored in a small space rather than those bulky rolls of cloth just makes much more sense.

Look for cute patterns and designs that match your aesthetic, and simply toss your used, dirty cleaning rags in your laundry hamper or bag. Reusable cleaning cloths are also far better for the environment and will help reduce your carbon footprint.

Fabric Hanging Laundry Bags

Bulky laundry baskets and tubs just take up unnecessary space in your van. Toss the traditional laundry basket out the window and invest in a fabric, hanging laundry bag instead. Hang it up in your closet, on the back of your van door, or absolutely anywhere.

Once it is full or you have run out of clean underwear (oops!), simply unhook it and take it with you to the laundromat or wherever you will be washing. As an added bonus, you can pop your clean laundry back in the bag to take back to your van. Brilliant!

Use Your Oven as Storage

Do you love to bake but don't have space for bulky baking trays and dishes? Boy, do we have a solution that will keep your van neat and tidy while still having everything that you need to bake cookies and cakes on hand!

It's simple, really - use your oven for storage! Pop your baking trays and dishes in the oven and secure them with a magnetic strip to keep your goods safely stored and out of the way while driving. Who would have thought that an oven would come in this handy?