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Closet Organisation Buying Guide

Organising a closet  is something that almost everyone dreads.  Many folks have that hall closet that they fear opening or, even worse, the bedroom closet that seems like an endless pit of shoes.   Breathe; organising your junk can be much easier than you think.  We are here to help you utilise every available centimetre of storage space.

Where to Begin

So you are brave enough to tackle the task--we applaud you.  But where to start?!  The following tips will help you organise your brain before anything else.

  • Start with a clean slate. Emptying your closet is the first step.
    • Sort, toss, and label.
      • Keep your most frequently used items front and centre, and set aside anything that hasn't been used for more than a year. These items can be given away or can go to into a garage, basement, or attic for storage.
    • Label boxes  or bins  with sticky notes  for your items.
      • This will help you avoid moving everything from one closet into another, while helping your organise your storage.
    • Once empty, give the closet a good cleaning,  top to bottom.
      • Dust  off shelves, polish  hanging racks, and wash  the walls and floors.
    • If the closet is dark, install a light fixture  or even a portable light  to brighten things up.
  • Make a "use-for" list. Think about how you will want to use the closet; make a list and narrow down the content choices.
    • Will this closet be for clothes? 
      • You can limit is contents on paper by limiting it to seasonal clothing, while boxing up  and storing out-of-season items.
    • Is it a toys  or games  closet?
      • Put restrictions on the toy sizes that can occupy the space, both large and small. Vow to box up anything else.
    • What about a linen  closet?
      • These are notorious for gathering random things. Try to combine like uses as much as possible to impose a logic into your space.

Systems and Shelving

Closet Organisation Systems 

Hanging Organisers 

Bins  and Baskets 

Accessories and Specifics

Shoe Organisers 

Fresheners 

Garment Bags and Boxes 

Related Guides

See some of our other guides for even more helpful ideas and products.

External Links

  • About.com: Everything you could need to know about organising, installing, and designing a closet.
  • DoItYourself.com: Learn how to build your own closet shelving.
  • HGTV.com: Pick up tips and organisation hints from the experts at HGTV.