Your closet has a way of becoming a catch-all for clothes, shoes, bags, and even the stray birthday gift that needs a secure hiding place. If you’re like most people, your closet can quickly go from clean and organized to cluttered and messy in no time flat. While it’s easy to dismiss the clutter and do your best to ignore a disorganized closet, doing so can make it difficult to find what you need when you need it. To help you stay on top of your home organization efforts, keep your closet clean with these easy tips. 

3 Home Organization Tips to Declutter Your Closet

1. Make Use of Baskets

Loose odds and ends like belts, scarves, ties, and bags are difficult to store in an organized way. Instead of struggling to arrange them on a hanger or shelf, toss them into decorative baskets. Store like items together in the same basket. You can add a label or purchase baskets in different colors, so you always know what is in each one. This will keep the items from spreading throughout your closet and create a neat and orderly appearance on your shelves.

2. Double Up on Hanging Space

When you have a small closet, finding room for all the items you need to hang up can be difficult. Instead of sticking to a single hanging bar, add another shirt-length beneath it. This will double your hanging space quickly. You don’t even have to install a permanent bar—a tension rod for a shower curtain works wonders and can support the weight easily when installed properly.

3. Organize by Use

Nothing makes a day more stressful than running to the closet and struggling to find the right outfit or that favorite sweater on a chilly day. When it comes to making the most of home organization, think about how often the items get used. Keep clothes that are worn often towards the front of the closet and leave those favorite shoes and accessories in easy-to-reach areas. Items that are worn infrequently or are reserved for special occasions can be kept towards the back of the closet.

Looking for help with home organization or want an expert opinion on how to organize your closet? Contact the team at Cincinnati Closets® serving the Tri-State area. Their dedicated closet organizers will help you transform and declutter your existing space, so you can enjoy your home storage system. Learn more about their services by visiting their website and call (513) 631-7939 to schedule a consultation.