If your closet is bursting at the seams and its contents are piled up to the ceiling in no particular order, you need to get organized! You don't want to rummage in your closet through those heaps only to find that dress or shirt you wanted to wear is all crumpled. With a proper approach and a closet organizer system you can transform your storage space into a haven of neatness:

 

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Step 1: Begin by taking everything out of your closet and having a good old sort out. You'll probably discover old clothes that went out of fashion years ago and items that you never wear anymore. Give away anything that you no longer have a use for — charity stores always welcome donations of clothing, and it will help you free up some space in your closet for things you do actually wear.

Step 2: Take measurements of your closet space, so you can plan how to make the best use of it.

Step 3: Grab pencil and paper and draw out a plan of your closet, to help yourself visualize what would work best where.

Step 4: Look at the items you want to keep in your closet and figure out what type of storage you need. For example, do you have lots of clothes that can be folded up and stored on shelves, or would you prefer to have more hanging space? If you have loads of shoes, a dedicated place for them, such as cubbyholes or a shoe storage rack, can make life easier. Another idea is to make use of the space on the inside of your door(s) with hooks for robes, belts, etc. Drawers for smaller items are other options to consider.

Step 5: Decide whether a short or long hanging space is best. Short hanging space entails a double row of hanging rods, one three or four feet below the other, which is great if you mainly have shirts and folded pants. Alternatively, long hanging is for things that are best unfolded or for longer items like dresses and overcoats. Many closet organizers offer a combination of single and double hanging rods.

Step 6: Get your paper plan, sketch in where you want the various components to go and work out the best closet organizer design for you.

Step 7: Look at a range of closet organizers to get an idea of the designs available and find one that best matches your plan. There are all kinds of complete systems for both walk-in and reach-in closets, as well as a variety of individual components that can adapt your storage space to meet your particular needs.

Step 8: Decide on your new closet organizer system, purchase it and install it. Then install your belongings in their proper places.

Finally, enjoy that feeling of being and staying organized!

 

About Simon Phillips

Simon Phillips prides himself on his organizational abilities and is a contributor to GetClosetOrganizers.com — a site that offers advice on organizing your closet as well as a selection of closet organizer systems — and to www.showers-bathrooms.com, the bathroom makeover experts with hints and advice for your DIY project.