A well organized closet is the ultimate fashion accessory. Well-organized closets not only help maintain order (and sanity) in your home, they help your daily routine run a lot smoother.
However if you want to maximize the usefulness of your existing space it may require some rethinking of the space -- looking at it in a fresh way. Perhaps considering a new design strategy to achieve a sense of balance and good organization for your current closet space could be the essential first step forward in making every day start a lot smoother for you.
Successful Closet Makeover In 6 Easy Steps
When it comes to a closet renovation, you can either do it yourself or your can hire an experienced and professional closet company. However, since there are a dime a dozen it's important to know what criterias to look for when looking for one in your area. Northland Custom Closet & Garage shares a great post called, How to Tell If You’re Hiring the Right Closet Company.
Maybe we can’t all be so lucky to have a closet like the hollywood movie stars, however if you follow this 6-step guide to a complete closet makeover , you could be one step closer towards the closet of your dreams.
Purge Your Closet
If you want to go deep with this one, you have to get serious. No pity here. It means letting go of items that no longer serve you - those you have not worn in 12 months or do not fit or suit you, or have any real purpose in being held on to. Yes, you have to get ruthless here. If you don’t love it or need it, let it go.
What may seem difficult at first, once you get going with it, will make you feel a whole lot lighter and at peace with your wardrobe once completed. You can even think of it as a way to contribute something back to your local community by donating the items to a local charity or benefit.
Take Stock Of What You Have
At this point you should only be left with items you truly love, but chances are there are also a few gaps to fill. Make a list of all the pieces that will need a space in your closet that don’t already have an organizer for. Don’t forget closet accessories likes shoes, necklaces and handbags.
Design It Perfectly For Your Space And Inventory
Now that you know precisely what needs to go back into your closet - you need to assess the space you have to work with. One of the key principles in this is to design the space so that you can potentially see every item in the closet at first glance.
Following this rule, how can you optimize your space? Are you using the full height and depth of your closet? Think outside the box (or in this case, the closet). Can you install shoe shelves, drawers, hat hooks, baskets and the like to make the closet feel less cramped?
Determine Preferred Finishes And Accessories Required
Even the smallest of spaces can be optimized. Do you want to install new shelves? Perhaps wallpaper or a painted finish on the back of your closet? Or maybe you want to update the hardware. Do you have space for a dresser or bench? How will you organize your shelves: Think of baskets, drawer inserts, shelf dividers, hooks for jewelry and scarves. Having dividers for folding t-shirts to keep them organized in your drawers is king!
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Illuminate The Space With A Lighting Plan
A poorly lit closet is just as unpleasant as a disorganized one. We’re not necessarily talking about backlighting your shoe collection here - but assess what your overhead lighting situation is. Can you upgrade the fixture? Lighting at eye level makes for a more flattering light - Can you add sconces near your full-length mirror. Do you have a vanity area? Is it well lit? Can you add a lamp or sconces here?
Install Your Ideal Closet!
So you’ve followed all the steps and you now have a clear vision of what you want your future closet to look like. You’re ready to fill in the missing pieces and get to work on transforming your closet space. It’s time to call a design consultant. A qualified designer can help you take it to the next stage. Getting it installed!
A qualified consultant will also make sure your new closet system will complement your home and add value while maximizing your storage needs.
Residents around the Phoenix Area
Whether you are interested in organizing a single closet or an entire wall, they will help you find a storage solution that is just perfect for your storage needs and your budget.
Residents in the Phoenix area have an exclusive offer available right now for a No-Obligation FREE In-Home design consultation. Call (602) 899-0553 today to claim your free offer and you will be well on your way to achieving the closet of your dreams.