20 Storage Hacks That Will Help You Organize Your Closet And Simplify Your Life
20 Storage Hacks That Will Help You Organize Your Closet And Simplify Your Life
For most of us, it would be ideal if we had a closet the size of a house; a place where absolutely everything we own, whether it's clothes, shoes, bags or accessories, would have a place with much more room.
Unfortunately, reality is such that we don't have unlimited funds to build dream closets, so we must make do with what we have; in general, far less space than we would like.
Luckily, there are creative minds who know how to make the most of space and provide us with tools to eliminate clutter, making our closets look much bigger from the start and everything in its predetermined place for easy access. This post is for everyone who wants more space in their closet. Don't worry, help is here.
01. Empty Your Closet!
Start from scratch. Put back only what you truly love!
02. Make Difficult Decisions.
You need to ask yourself a few questions: Does it fit? When was the last time you wore this shirt? Would you buy it today if you saw it in a store?
03. Hang Your Items.
You need to see what you have to remember when to wear it.
04. Follow the Hanger Rule.
Want to know how often you wear your items? Turn hangers forward until they are worn, then turn them away from you. By the end of the season, you'll have a better idea of what to get rid of.
05. Invest in New Hangers.
Narrow, velvet hangers will save you space. Velvet prevents sliding of coats and dresses.
06. Labels.
Create sections in your closet based on occasions such as business style, work and even seasons.
07. Help Your Sweaters Keep Shape.
Don't hang sweaters, fold them.
08. Find Your Method.
Fold and organize according to what works best for you. Do you like color-coding? Maybe separating tops from t-shirts and long sleeves is what you need.
09. Make Extra Money.
If you have clothes that you hardly wear, try selling them. Visit a local consignment store or browse online consignment sites.
10. Do Something Good.
Sort a pile of clothing in good condition into items for sale and donation. Make sure it's clothing someone can wear with pride. No stains, holes or bleaching. Many charities are happy to accept clothing for those in need.
11. Be Green.
For clothes that are too damaged, consider responsible disposal. Check your city's list of places that accept clothing. Old clothes often decompose down to fibers that make products like car door panels and insulation.
12. If You're Doubting, Check the Chart.
If you feel overwhelmed, simply follow this useful infographic.
13. Dividers Are Cool.
Keep boxes organized by placing dividers in them. This is visually pleasing and makes it easy to find your items.
14. Make a Statement.
Use floor space for creative storage of shoes.
15. Make Your Closet Exclusive.
Use shelves to showcase shoes or bags as art. This makes them easier to find.
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16. Closet Shelves.
Adding shelves to your closet will create structure and increase storage space.
17. Every Space in Your Home Should Be Used.
Use your closet door for storage. Yes, you can even display beautiful undergarments.
18. Time for Jeans.
To save space, hang jeans on curtain hooks.
19. Beautiful Hangers.
Create eclectic hangers for your scarves using door hinges.
20. You Can Never Have Too Many Baskets.
Baskets are always a great investment. You can use them in any room of your home for storage. They always add a romantic, cozy look to any space, even in a closet.
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