Finding an approach to organizing a small closet in a new apartment can be an intimidating and challenging task. However, there are numerous ways to maximize the space to store as many clothes as possible. We have created a list of helpful tips and items to make closet organization simple, from assessing the current state of your closet to different storage methods.
Decide what clothes are no longer needed
Even though the goal is to maximize space to fit as many clothing items as possible, donating or selling old or unneeded clothes will allow for more space. This way, the clothes most worn will become easily accessible in the closet and allow more space for the clothes you wear daily.
Space saving hangers
Instead of one item of clothing hanging off of a singular hanger, buying a stacker to hang multiple clothing items creates more space in a small closet. Most stackers have five holes for individual hangers, allowing five times as many items to be hung up. Beyond shirts, hanging stackers for pants is another way to max out space. Many stackers can be used horizontally to space out items, but are most commonly used vertically to stack to maximize space.
Utilize the closet door
When shelves and hanging space become slim, the closet door can hold numerous storage items inside and prevent clutter on your closet floor. Hanging shoe organizers allow shoes to hang from the door in pockets in pairs. Shelves for clothing and accessories hung on the door create more storage at an eye level. Many of these hanging storage items are made of soft, mesh materials, so they will not scuff or damage the door.
Find convenient storage bins
Implementing storage bins and assigning specific articles of clothing to them will not only give you peace of mind when looking into your closet, but it will also be visually pleasing. Placing clothes bins at an angle with the front lower helps you easily see what clothes you have on the top shelf of a closet. Organization cubes are an easy-to-assemble option if there is space on the floor. For enclosed storage, storage bins with lids can keep clothes that you may want to save for different seasons or to keep private.
What happens when I run out of closet space?
No worries! There are a variety of methods to hide the extra storage in your bedroom. Storage ottomans look like an extra place to lounge in your bedroom. Underneath is a large amount of storage. Under the bed is also another sneaky spot to keep storage, especially seasonal items. This lets you rotate your clothes and put what you will wear during a season in your main closet and what you won’t underneath the bed, maximizing and decluttering the valuable closet space.
These are just a few ways you can maximize your tiny closet space. What do you do to maximize your space?
