Everyone has struggled with organization issues and one exceptionally tough question to answer is how to organize a closet. Somehow, we all seem to keep the house more or less clean, but the closet stays in a constant state of disorganization.
The most likely cause is that we clean the rest of the house at the expense of the closet.
Items that are not needed are thrown into the closet instead of the trashcan.
Since we never clean the closet, the offending possessions grow and grow with every subsequent house cleaning. When we do enter the closet, it is usually for a specific purpose. We find ourselves staring into a homemade dumpster wondering where the umbrella is located. We attempt to solve the problem by tossing all of the trash around until we find the umbrella thus leaving the closet in an even worse state.
Closet organization is not difficult, once you get started.
The central theme of closet organization is understanding that the closet is a place to store items of value out of sight in a protected and easy to find environment.
If an item will not be used again it is trash and should be discarded.
If an item is important but not needed, it should be wrapped in protective coverings and placed in the attic or other remote storage location like a storage unit.
If an item is intended to be retrieved again in the very near future, it should be placed in the closet such that it does not obstruct the view of any other object.
Less frequently used items like luggage, files or important boxes should be placed on top in the least accessible places. That leaves the most accessible areas of the closet for the clothes, shoes, umbrellas, hats or supplies that you need to retrieve frequently. Heavy items can be placed on the closet floor provided that they do not impair the access to the remainder of the closet.
Storage devices of all types are available to assist in the organizational task.
There are low cost solutions such as shoe racks and divided organizers to get you started.
Wall mounted shelving of all sorts of shapes and sizes can help you further maximize the available storage space.
Serious organizers may want to employ a professional closet organization company.
These firms are trained in making whatever closet modifications are needed in order to meet your personal storage needs. These professional solutions are relatively permanent and can be quite pricey. Most homeowners can make do with less than $100 worth of self organizing materials.
The biggest obstacle to getting a closet organized is getting started.
Spending a few dollars on the appropriate storage aids should allow you the opportunity to regain control of your closet. The next time you clean the house make a conscious effort not to head towards the closet with items that truly belong in the trash. You will appreciate that decision later when you need something in a hurry from your well organized closet.
The most likely cause is that we clean the rest of the house at the expense of the closet.
Items that are not needed are thrown into the closet instead of the trashcan.
Since we never clean the closet, the offending possessions grow and grow with every subsequent house cleaning. When we do enter the closet, it is usually for a specific purpose. We find ourselves staring into a homemade dumpster wondering where the umbrella is located. We attempt to solve the problem by tossing all of the trash around until we find the umbrella thus leaving the closet in an even worse state.
Closet organization is not difficult, once you get started.
The central theme of closet organization is understanding that the closet is a place to store items of value out of sight in a protected and easy to find environment.
If an item will not be used again it is trash and should be discarded.
If an item is important but not needed, it should be wrapped in protective coverings and placed in the attic or other remote storage location like a storage unit.
If an item is intended to be retrieved again in the very near future, it should be placed in the closet such that it does not obstruct the view of any other object.
Less frequently used items like luggage, files or important boxes should be placed on top in the least accessible places. That leaves the most accessible areas of the closet for the clothes, shoes, umbrellas, hats or supplies that you need to retrieve frequently. Heavy items can be placed on the closet floor provided that they do not impair the access to the remainder of the closet.
Storage devices of all types are available to assist in the organizational task.
There are low cost solutions such as shoe racks and divided organizers to get you started.
Wall mounted shelving of all sorts of shapes and sizes can help you further maximize the available storage space.
Serious organizers may want to employ a professional closet organization company.
These firms are trained in making whatever closet modifications are needed in order to meet your personal storage needs. These professional solutions are relatively permanent and can be quite pricey. Most homeowners can make do with less than $100 worth of self organizing materials.
The biggest obstacle to getting a closet organized is getting started.
Spending a few dollars on the appropriate storage aids should allow you the opportunity to regain control of your closet. The next time you clean the house make a conscious effort not to head towards the closet with items that truly belong in the trash. You will appreciate that decision later when you need something in a hurry from your well organized closet.
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