TV Remote Control Holders And Caddies

We lost count at our house on how many times it went missing and exactly for how long. So if you have ever lost or "permanently misplaced" your TV remote, you are not alone!

So a few years ago we ended up with a remote control caddy at Christmas as a result of a "Dirty Santa" game. To begin with I really didn't think we would ever use it, but I was amazed at how much simpler it made keeping up with the remote for not only the TV but everything else sitting on or around our entertainment unit. Although I really did not have much say in the first organizer we got, I soon realized there were several design choices available.

With all the media and tech gadgets filling our homes, it also means more and more remotes. It would be nice if you could control everything with just one remote... but I have not found that one magical remote control.

It is just another one of those simple things that can add stress to our lives. We can take care of that stress by finding a way to keep up with our many remotes, organize and reduce the clutter.

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You don't have to sacrifice style for function...

Remote Control storage is a great way to sum up what we need to better organize our gadgets that gives us both style and function, you don't have to sacrifice one to have the other. There are so many designs available, including those especially made for sofa or armchairs and bedsides. There are also spinning and rotating holders for people to choose from. One of the most popular caddies is a table top design that spins and holds up to four photos, this is the style we ended up with at Christmas from the "Dirty Santa" game. I still have it with pictures of my kids from that year!

More common models include the over the couch or chair arm, that can store several remotes neatly. Others are simple boxes with a few dividers, which can sit on a tabletop, entertainment center, or be hidden conveniently behind bigger furnishings. I hope some of this information will help compile the research you need to help you find one that will work for your home or maybe one to give as a gift. They do make excellent gift ideas.

Finding one that suits your style, home décor, or color scheme is really the easy part. The hard part may be determining how many you may need. They are relatively inexpensive and with all the choices you have, it is an easy affordable fix to a stressful problem.

Bluecell PU Leather 5 Compartment TV DVD CD Entertainment Remote Control Organizer Caddy (Brown)

Atlantic 96635642 Remote Caddy

Totes Men's Remote Control Caddy Brown One Size

Perfect Solutions Spinning Remote Control Organizer with Picture Frames

Remote Caddy with Coasters by Totes

Arm Chair Remote Caddy

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This is out first remote control organizer complete with pictures! We use this one in our bedroom, holding the TV remote, DVD, and recently adding a media player. I also like keeping a channel guide for quick reference.

A friend of mine doesn't keep pictures in hers, she made lists of favorite channels for her, her hubby and kids and laminated them and keeps those in the picture slots. I thought that was a great idea! Just thought I would share and hopefully someone can use it.

SOFA ARM ORGANIZER

Armchair holders are wonderful for family rooms, dens or anywhere you have a sofa or chair and don't want to add something else to your end tables. They save space and have multiple storage compartments to hold more than just your remote.

They are also great for anyone who might have limited mobility, making reaching for the remote much easier. I gave one to all of both of my grandparents and they simply love them! My grandmother keeps her reading glasses and Sudoku in there as well.

One thing you need to remember is making sure you measure the arm of your sofa or chair so you get one that fits properly. This seems to be the most common problem people have when ordering an armchair caddy.

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Believe it or not they do make great gift ideas, especially when you are buying for someone who seems to have everything. There are some for every budget and are usually appreciated by people of all ages!

We all know that Christmas seems to always be right around the corner and electronic gadgets are at the top of sooo...many people's wish list. So you know that means we all end up with more of those darned long, skinny (fits right in between the couch cushions), battery controlled, buttoned, gadgets that control everything!

Whether you are buying for a family Christmas game of "Dirty Santa" or need a good but general gift for someone work, these work really well, they can be bought up early, they are not gender or age specific and easy to store until Christmas rolls around.

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Although this is not how we prefer to store our "remote", it does happen. Just another good reason to think about having a remote caddy for storage. Do you have a funny story about a lost or destroyed remote? Please be sure to share in the comments. We all love to know we are not alone in our pain...

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I am all about finding products that are multi-functional, I feel like I am getting more for my money. These particular designs have drink coasters along with them, so they would be great in the living room, family room or game room.

I had previously had two different organizers one for the remotes and another for my coaster in the the kids game-room and it just took up too much space on the end table. Finding one that actually would hold both works great, it keeps everything functional and leaves plenty of space for their other stuff.

Multipurpose Storage Solutions...

I am always looking at ways to re-purpose things or used for purposes not necessarily intended. The remote organizer is just one of those items that has so many great options. Here are some uses that either myself of someone I know have used them for organizing and storing:

Make-up Brushes

Office Supplies

Arts & Crafts Supplies

Magazines or Books

It really depends on the style, shape and size of the caddy/organizer as to what other items you could store inside but the possibilities are really endless.

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So what happens if you end up with too many of those remote control holders or you update/upgrade to the next level? There is no reason to let it go at your yard sale for a buck, get creative!

I ended up with a couple of extra spinning holders and decided to use one for my make-up/vanity shelf. I know the above video shows using one for just make-up brushes but I really don't have that many brushes but I do have other items that fit perfectly. I was able to store my make-up brushes, as well as my hair brushes,combs and some trimming scissors. I also added just a little padding inside one of the slots so I could store my eye liners and mascara.

To dress it up I just added a pretty design in the picture slots but you could still use pictures, but I would suggest laminating them if they will be in the bathroom because of the moisture.