Cull your clothes, and get rid of unnecessary items to save space.
Closets are an essential part of your home's storage system. They provide out-of-sight space where everything from clothes to electronics can be stashed. Closets are most effective when they are designed with a specific storage need in mind. But adjustable closet systems and multipurpose containers can turn a cluttered closet into a versatile storage space that will grow with you and your possessions. Does this Spark an idea?
Clear and Cull
The first step in a successful closet design is to clear out the closet and sort through your possessions. Remove all items, including hanging shelves, removable shelves and storage chests. Sort through all of your possessions, and donate or throw away items that are unused, damaged or unnecessary.
Establish a Realistic Purpose
Examine the closet, and evaluate the amount of space available. Determine the best use of the space. Base the decision on proximity, size and need. For example, a small closet in the bedroom that is unsuitable for clothing may be used to hold linen.
Create a Base
Use an adjustable closet-organizing system to create shelving, rods and drawers that can fit your immediate needs and expand to hold future possession. Keep the current purpose of the closet in mind when you're designing. Maximize space by placing items in the closet from bottom to top. For example, in a bedroom closet make a two-tiered hanging space with lower and upper rods. Raise an overhead shelf to gain extra space.
Use the Door and Walls
The closet door can also be used for storage. Hang a belt caddy, hat rack, purse hooks or jewelry organizer on the door to make accessorizing easy. A hanging shoe organizer can be used to hold small items such as ties, socks, underwear and tights, eliminating the need for a chest of drawers and conserving floor space. Hang cork or peg panels to the interior walls. They can be used to hang and store belts, lost buttons and scarves.
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