Design a Custom Closet Organization System
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Closet Organization Systems
Customized closet organization systems help to maximize the available storage space, either as purchased kits from a variety of manufactures or assembled from common closet and shelving materials available at home centers. Designing an efficient and effective closet organization system is easy, and installation requires only a few basic tools and a few hours of time.
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Closet Organization Systems
Measure the Closet
A good closet design requires maximizing the available space. To do this effectively, carefully measure the width, depth and height of the closet. Layout the closet dimensions on a sheet of paper. This will help to visualize the space and to create a shopping list of components needed to customize the closet. Create a Plan
The example diagram shows a closet organization system consisting of a tower of shelves for folded jeans and sweaters, a section for hanging full length items with another small shelf on top, and a section with two rods for hanging shirts and other shorter items. When designing the layout for a closet, consider storage requirements for the amount and types of clothing to be stored in the closet, and adjust the diagram accordingly. Prepare a Materials List
After finalizing a design, use the diagram to determine the individual components needed for installation. The white, plastic coated metal shelving is a popular choice because it is strong, economical and easy to work with. Melamine, a plastic coated particle board, is another popular material for solid shelving.Together, the wire shelving and Melamine are a good choice for building a closet organization system, and the materials are readily available at home centers.
Sample Closet Plan
What do you need in your closet?
Pre-Packaged Closet Organization Systems:
Easy Track RB1460 4 to 8-Foot Deluxe Closet Starter Kit, White
Amazon Price: $129.98 (as of 05/31/2012)
ClosetMaid 1628 Economy 5-to-8-Foot Closet Organizer, White
Amazon Price: $30.00 (as of 05/31/2012)
Rubbermaid 3G59 Configurations 4-to-8 Foot Classic Custom Closet Kit, White
Amazon Price: $82.99 (as of 05/31/2012)
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A Closet Organization Method
First by Function, then by Color
Organize closets with this simple system: First by Function, then by Color is the mantra for efficiency in clothes closet organization.
If just the thought of organizing your clothes closet brings about feelings of fear and dread, fear not. You can organize closets to make them more functional, and it is worth the momentary pain & suffering on those hectic mornings when you're rushing to get dressed and get out of the door....
Organize closets of any size by dividing the available space into different sections: one section with two rods (one over the other for hanging shorter items like shirts) and another full length section to hang full length items. Most home centers and many specialty web sites cary wire closet organizer systems that are inexpensive and easy to customize to take advantage of the available storage space in your closet. If space allows, a set of floor-to-ceiling white melamine shelves are convenient for storing sweaters, folded jeans, shorts, etc.
Hang lighter weight items such as shirts on the upper rod. Separate the dress shirts from the casuals, polo's and sweaters, and hang each group in your preferred sequence (casual shirts on the left, then polo's and sweaters in the middle and then the dress shirts to the right.
Now, arrange the items in each group by color. For example, all of the white dress shirts are hung together, then progressing from the beige and lighter colors to the blues and darker colors, then to the stripes.
Pants and any other remaining items are hung on the lower rod, following the same First by Function, then by Color mantra: casual and dress pants are separated, and then hung from light to dark.
Once the clothes are organized by function and the color patterns established, it's relatively easy to maintain as clothes return from the wash and need to be put away. Now, it's time to tackle the kid's closets!
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Closet Organizer News
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ideadesigns
May 24, 2012 @ 9:55 am | delete
- Yes great info. I need more shelving and I need to de-clutter which should help minimize the problem. Thanks!
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poddys
Mar 9, 2012 @ 2:22 pm | delete
- Excellent information. I only once had a walk in closet and it was wonderful. Most of the time I have had one or more closets that are too small, and it's been difficult to organize my clothes. Nicely done, blessed.
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Showpup
Jan 29, 2012 @ 3:38 pm | delete
- I have a walk-in closet that is huge but so badly disorganized that not much fits in there. I really need to give it an overhaul!
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howtoorganizeacloset
Jan 4, 2012 @ 9:44 am | delete
- If you find it difficult to organize your closet (probably it has only one rack and one shelf), then it’s time to browse for some guides and instructions on how to install a rack or shelf online. You don’t need to be an expert builder or have a background in carpentry. You can find information on DIY renovation online as well as video tutorials. For accuracy, go to your local hardware store and give them your closet measurements.
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Tipi
Jan 1, 2012 @ 10:22 am | delete
- An organized closet is a blessed closet!
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Closet Organization Shelving System
John Louis Home Standard Closet Shelving System, Red Mahogany
Amazon Price: $233.95 (as of 05/31/2012)
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