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I live in a tiny apartment with very little storage. I have one closet that houses not only my washer/dryer but also my linens, suitcases, clothing and cleaning supplies — which, as you can imagine, means I have to put a lot of thought into how I store things.

Because I don’t have room in my closet, I store items like patio cushions, out-of-season clothing and winter jackets under my bed and couch. This is only made possible by these Amazon Basics Vacuum Storage Bags.

The vacuum seal bags save space by compressing bulky textiles by as much as 80 per cent. They’re durable and reusable, and they help protect whatever’s inside from moisture, dirt, mould and odours. The set includes an easy-to-use hand pump to remove the air, but the bags can also be attached to a vacuum cleaner hose for faster deflation.

Overall, I love and would recommend them, but there are a few tips to note: first, you don’t want to fill them to the brim. The bags I have over-stuffed don’t hold their seal, so the air will re-inflate over time. Second (and maybe obviously), they only really work with textiles. I tried to store away my Camino de Santiago travel backpack, but it re-inflated almost instantly. However, if you follow the packing limits and stick with textiles, these vacuum storage bags are a lifesaver for small spaces. — KK