Organization Tips From A Perfect Closet: Part 1

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The trick to an organized closet is to get good, functional systems in place so that you never have to go through this challenge again. A custom closet system is the best permanent solution for solving organizational issues for any closet organizer because it’s made expressively to fit your unique storage needs.

Use this six step challenge to help you finally organize that closet you’ve been intending to clean for a long time, and get on the path to permanent organization. The challenge is set up so that you can either execute it in six steps or six weeks depending on your schedule. You can apply these steps not only to clothes but also to organizing jewelry, accessories and shoes. And, in the true spirit of a challenge, if you do this with someone else and make a friendly bet, you will be even more motivated to complete the challenge.

Step 1 – Declutter Your Closet
Decluttering is always the first step in organizing any space and is especially important when it comes to closets, which generally become the dumpster for not only clothes but also miscellaneous stuff. There are two parts to the decluttering process: determine what you will definitely not be keeping, and decide whether what stays is worth keeping. These two steps are necessary because you don’t want to organize clutter – you want to get rid of it.

When you open your closet doors, you may get overwhelmed, so start by simply addressing one section of the closet. You don’t need to take everything out since you are dealing with the things that you really don’t want. As you go through your clothes, throw out anything that doesn’t fit, is out of style, worn out or you simply don’t like. You may also want to dispose of something you haven’t worn in a year, however, occasion clothing is the one thing that is exempt. Once you’ve determined what you will not be keeping, decide whether you will be donating the items or throwing them out. Keep in mind to not donate anything that is in poor condition.

Step 2 – Organize What is Left
It’s easy to throw out the stuff you obviously don’t want but now that the first round of decluttering is done, you must decide if the things that are left are worth keeping. Some things are obvious; you’re not going to be throwing away those good suits and designer shoes. However, it’s the things that are in limbo that make up this process tough.

To help you decide, group similar items together then list the must haves in order. Most of the must haves are pretty clear, so you can leave most things in your closet for now. When you get to the bottom of the list of must haves, look to see if there is room in your closet for those items. If not, chances are you need to find new homes for them. This weeding out process is not as easy as it sounds and you may re-prioritize items several times. Keep in mind; if you don’t go through this process and make some tough decisions, you will be stuck where you started – frustrated with an unorganized closet that’s filled with clutter.

Watch for the other steps to come!

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Custom Closets Aesthetics From A Perfect Closet

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We know that custom closets can provide much needed functionality to a home, and over the years, closet aesthetics have evolved on an equal scale.

A well-designed closet has the potential to be a place of retreat and a personal oasis, where you’re surrounded by all of the beautiful personal bells and whistles selected during your collaboration with a designer such as glass sliding doors and Lucite drawer handles. However, the glitz and glam options might not be for everyone, as some people prefer a cozier and homely atmosphere in their closets. Luckily, since a custom closet can be designed in so many different ways, it can also be made to be warmer and more inviting.

Use Those Colors
First off, you’ll want to incorporate the appropriate color schemes for your closet. Creamy tones such as gray and pastel work well for women’s dressing rooms while exotic veneers provide a comfortable aura for men’s closets. If you’re thinking about adding backing to the closet, make sure it’s a pale background with some texture, as dark closet backs can clash horribly with the aforementioned colors.

Use LED Lights
For your hanging rods, consider adding LED light strips underneath them, as this subtly adds a bit of ambience to your shirts and dresses. If you’re so inclined, you could also add LED strips along the base, which creates the illusion of a welcoming walkway for the closet.

Display Your Shoes Properly
Shoes should be displayed with slanted shelves that have toe stoppers. If your shoe collection is expansive and is stored in high vertical shelves, a rolling ladder can be used to access it, similar to how people grab books in a large cozy home library.

Use Glass
Finally, if you’re thinking of closet counters and islands, it is highly recommended that they are covered in glass so that contents such as jewelry can be seen at a glance. Getting ready for the day in a custom closet is a unique experience, and one can draw inspiration from his or her surroundings if he or she can see items right away.

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Pantry Item Tips From A Perfect Closet

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Outside your refrigerator, your pantry is the go-to stop to get food. However, it quickly loses that title if you have to spend time whether you bought something or where a food item is.

Instead of putting yourself in confusing situations every single time you walk into your food storage area, equip yourself with the right tools so that you have a well-stocked and well-organized pantry all the time.

- Clear Bins
There is no excuse to not have see-through bins in a pantry. Clear bins are self- explanatory: they allow you to see your food items at a glance. Whether its pasta or a pile of pinto beans, storing them in something you can see without opening it will prevent the pantry from becoming the Twilight Zone.

- Lazy Susans
If you still don’t know what a Lazy Susan is, it’s a rotating tray that keeps bottles and their labels facing front at all times. They’re perfect for utilizing the corner spaces of your pantry instead of letting them go to waste. Lazy Susans are a lifesaver for those who own many different kinds of spices.

- Baskets
Baskets group your food and make it easy to identify. In addition, they allow you to move a group of food items at once for easy organization. If you really want to go the distance, label each and every single one of those bad boys.

- Trays
Trays function similarly to baskets, except that they are mostly flat, and you can place groups of related items on top of them for other family members to find exactly what they need. For example, if the man in the house needs a PB&J fix, put the bread, the peanut butter, and jam together on the tray. Making chili for the family? Group the beans, spices, and sauces together for an easy take out.

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Custom Kitchen Pantries For Food Enthusiasts

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Most homeowners today are satisfied with storing their groceries in their existing kitchen cabinets, but food enthusiasts and stay-at-home chefs would benefit from a storage system that is designed specifically for allowing easy access to food items and ingredients, and nothing fits the bill better than a custom kitchen pantry.

A custom walk-in pantry will quickly become the perfect companion for chefs. First off, no amount of kitchen cabinet space can compare to the volume of storage space that a custom kitchen pantry provides, since custom designs have walls that go from floor to ceiling. With the amount of room available, one can store a variety of ingredients, snacks, cooking appliances, and cookbooks, all in one convenient place.

With cabinets, you’re limited to how you can categorize food items, but with an expanded space, it’s easy to separate the spices from the canned foods, because one has more room to organize everything to his or her liking. For example, one can create sections that are divided into different food groups, or even a place for ingredients that are used more often than others. Heck, you can even go as far as organizing everything in either rows or columns.

Most importantly, chefs need a centralized station that consolidates all of their necessities, because cooking demands that food be available on-hand in a convenient, visible, and accessible manner, and custom kitchen pantries provide that. Finally, if you happen to go through a change in cooking style or need to incorporate a whole different set of ingredients in your kitchen, custom pantry designs can be adjusted to match those changes.

By having every tool as well as all food in one easy to access location, cooking can become a much more stress free and fun experience!

Looking for a way to better organize your pantry? Contact A Perfect Closet to speak with one of our custom pantry design specialists.

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Redoing Your Bedroom Closet With A Perfect Closet

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Making the decision to redo your bedroom closet is one you should be proud of, as the rewards you reap will last you a lifetime.

You’re essentially given a blank canvas and an easel to create your art of organization. It can definitely feel overwhelming because of all of the possibilities, but a designer collaborates with you every step of the way, so rest assured you’re in good hands.

Even so, there are a few things to think about and prepare before starting the whole process. Remember, you want to make sure that you design the perfect bedroom closet, so being meticulous and on top of things is key!

You might be thinking that a new closet will accommodate all of the items that you already have, and that is absolutely true. However, great organization doesn’t involve clutter and chances are that pieces of clutter exist among your belongings. Clutter can include old accessories and clothes that you simply don’t wear anymore.

Not only do you want a good closet, you also want a closet that will help you be a better-organized person. Consider purging pieces of clothing that you don’t wear or being a Good Samaritan and donating them. After all, you want your closet to look great holding the clothes that you actually wear.

-If you plan to have a hanging rod that displays all of your shirts and blouses, you’re going to want to have that rod installed right in front of the door for easy access, while other less-frequently worn items can go deeper into the room. It really is just standing in front of your bedroom closet and imagining how you’ll use it.

-Are you the type of person who rotates clothes based on seasons? Maybe you’ll want to design a closet system that makes it easy to swap out items. Also, maybe you aren’t exactly the tallest person out there and need shelves that are adjusted to your height.

-Only you know what you need and some careful planning will allow you to create a bedroom closet design that you’ll be proud of.

Contact A Perfect Closet to speak with one of our custom closet design specialists.

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