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Closet Organization Plans: Don't Spend a Fortune Just to Find Your Shoes
Mon 16 Jul 2007 - 16:52
Closet Organization Plans: Don't Spend a Fortune Just to Find Your Shoes
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Frances_Burks]Frances Burks
Does organizing your closet seem overwhelming? Maybe you've seen those custom closet organization systems and think an organized closet has to come with a hefty price tag. Well, it doesn't. The key to successful closet organization is understanding how to best use the space you have. Even a small closet can become more spacious if you understand how to make the most of the space that's available.
By buying a few inexpensive storage items that don't require carpentry skills or tools to install,
you can easily maximize your closet storage space.
Get started by removing clutter. Get rid of clothing that no longer fits, shoes you don't like, and anything else stored in a closet that you don't use. Give this stuff away or sell it. If this task seems overwhelming, take it on in small doses. Tackle shoe clutter one day, go through sweaters next, then sort pants and/or skirts, etc. To keep yourself on the decluttering track, make a schedule, outlining which task you'll do day after day. Before you know it, you'll be finished! Whatever you do, don't skip this part. Decluttering is an important first step that helps you size up your storage needs.
Evaluate your closets. Many closets have a single rod running from one end to the other, with a shelf above the rod. To maximize the shelf space, you can put stackable cubes with drawers on the shelf so that you can keep things in order and accessible. Consider buying clear, stackable drawers to make it easy for you to see what's inside of each storage container.
As for that single closet rod that runs from one end of the closet to the other, you can increase space for short items by installing a double-decker rod. Look for double-decker rods that simply slide over a section of the existing rod, allowing you to hang shirts and blouses atop blazers or pants. This tactic leaves a portion of the closet open for hanging longer items on the remaining space of the permanent rod. For example, the Richards Homewares Closet Doubler hangs on an existing rod just like a normal hanger. The rod adjusts vertically to fit your closet and provides 28 inches of extra hanging space.
Another way to create storage space under shirts and other short hanging items is by placing a small cabinet, chest, hamper, or stackable storage boxes beneath them where you can store out-of-season clothing. Create even more storage space by attaching pegs, hooks, or racks to the inside of the closet door where you can hang ties, scarves and belts. Additionally, if you have an overstuffed jewelry box, try hanging a jewelry organizer inside your closet door to make your jewelry more accessible.
When heading off to work, you can find something to wear fast by grouping items. For example, put your out-of-season clothing inside a hanging garment bag, and push the bag to the back of your closet. Next, group your clothes by function, and keep your business and dress clothes separate from your casual apparel. Additionally, lining up your shoes according to purpose and by color can help as well.
Lastly, if you're living in an older house, you may have sliding closet doors. If you do, consider replacing them with bifold doors found at home-improvement stores. Bifold doors open up a closet and prevent you from having to reach around larger sliding doors, ultimately making your clothing more accessible.
Frances Burks has been participating in the decorative arts trade for more than 15 years. Through the Frances Burks Decorative Arts Studios, Burks seeks to continue the tradition of preserving cherished memories with her unique, custom-made, wedding and memory quilts. See examples of her designs at http://www.francesburksstudios.com
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