Most individuals believe that because they have a walk-in closet, whether large or small, they will have enough room to store everything that they need, but this isn’t necessarily true. If you have a small walk-in closet, there are numerous tips and tricks you can utilize to maximize your space. For example, you can start by separating your clothing according to season. Certain items that you will only wear part of the year, like swimsuits and heavy coats, can be packed away and store in an attic or basement until you need them.
Closetmaid Organizer Kit @ Target.com
Secondly, you can separate the remaining items according to their use. For example, separate your clothing into work clothing, at home clothing, and clothing that is used for special occasions. There will always be some pieces that can be worn with multiple outfits, but it will be much simpler when you are getting ready in the mornings if your work clothes are located in one area. Take this opportunity to donate or discard any clothing that you no longer use that may be consuming valuable space.
Next, organize your shoes. Piles of unorganized shoes can consume valuable floor space in a walk-in closet. If you have the monetary budget, consider having shelving or drawers installed to store your shoes. If you are on a budget, you can invest in a hanging shoe organizer, which can be attached to a coat hanger and hung in your closet. Doing so will actually expand the lifespan of your shoes, because they are not being kicked around and scuffed up.
Consider installing hooks in your closet. This simple idea never crosses the mind of most homeowners, but hooks can be used to hang a variety of different items, from belts to bathrobes. Furthermore, it reduces the temptation you have to throw clothing on the floor of your walk-in. The next time you enter a clothing store, look around. You will notice that many stores utilize hooks to display and store merchandise.
Dark Wood Closet Organizing System @ Kmart.com
Finally, once you have found a place for everything and everything is in its place, label your shelves, drawers, and boxes. This will make it simpler for you to locate items in the morning when you are getting ready and when you are putting away your laundry. Make sure that your organization of your clothing benefits you. For example, if you are short, then do not store items you use on a daily basis. In doing so, your small walk-in closet will become your one stop shop for all of your style needs.
