Key takeaways
- Move rarely worn shoes to a pull-out drawer under the bed.
- Rotate seasonal clothing to the attic or another closet.
- Adjustable and custom corner shelves fit items of every size.
- Built-in hampers take less space and sort whites, colors and delicates.
Not all of us are fortunate enough to live in homes with spacious walk-in closets to hold our possessions. On the contrary, many people have to cram clothing and shoes into cluttered reach-ins that don’t quite meet their needs. The good news is you don’t have to tear down a wall to expand the storage capacity of your closet. With a few tips and tricks, and some carefully selected home organization products, you can turn even the most cramped closet into a sophisticated haven. Keep reading for some closet organizing tips courtesy of the pros at ClosetWorld:
Relocate Your Footwear
Shoes take up a significant amount of room in the average closet. Even if you aren’t especially fond of footwear, the odds are that you have at least one pair of sneakers, boots, sandals, and dress shoes occupying shelf space. If you share a closet with a partner, that means a minimum of eight pairs of shoes and likely far more. Rather than filling up your closet with shoes, consider moving less frequently worn pairs to a pull-out drawer under the bed. You can use the space you free up for foldable clothes and accessories.
Move Seasonal Clothing
Swapping out seasonal attire is one of the most important steps in closet organizing. During the winter, think about moving tank tops, shorts, summer dresses, and swimsuits to the attic or another closet with some extra space. When the weather warms up, bring those items back and relocate sweaters and heavy jackets. Along with freeing up space, this organizational tactic allows you to easily see your wardrobe at a glance, so you spend less time deciding what to wear.
Install Adjustable Shelves
No two wardrobes are the same, so it’s only logical that people require flexibility when it comes to their closet organization. Adjustable shelves are a great way to accommodate items of different heights and sizes. Additionally, you can install custom corner shelving to make the best possible use of your space.
Try a New Laundry System
Do you have a habit of leaving dirty clothes on the floor? Along with contributing to closet clutter, an ineffective laundry system can create a musty odor in your bedroom. Fortunately, built-in laundry hampers offer an easy and affordable solution. Designed to fit your closet, these bins separate your laundry, so you can keep your whites, colors, and delicates looking like new. Built-in laundry hampers also tend to be smaller than the bulky plastic ones you find in department stores.
Trust ClosetWorld to Organize Your Home
At ClosetWorld, we’re all about maximizing space in our clients’ homes. We understand that, just like homes come in different shapes and sizes, families have different needs. Our goal is to design a flexible, functional closet organizing solution to help whip your house into shape and keep it that way. For more on our services, call today or check out our catalog to see what we can do for you.
Frequently asked questions
How can I get more space in a small closet?
Relocate shoes you rarely wear, rotate out-of-season clothing, install adjustable shelves and custom corner shelving, and swap a bulky hamper for a built-in one. Together these free a surprising amount of room.
Are adjustable closet shelves worth it?
Yes. No two wardrobes are the same, and adjustable shelves accommodate items of different heights and sizes. Custom corner shelving makes the most of space that often goes unused.
Where should I store shoes if my closet is cramped?
Move less frequently worn pairs to a pull-out drawer under the bed. The shelf space you free up can then hold folded clothes and accessories.
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