Everyone knows the problem: There is not enough storage space in the wardrobe and that leads to a lot of clutter. Clothes fall at you as soon as you open the closet and you can never find what you're looking for? Luckily, the available space can be optimized with a few simple tricks without having to buy a new custom-made cabinet. Read the article to find out how to organize your wardrobe to save space and make the most of the available storage space!
Just because you have a small closet for clothes doesn't mean it's limited in space. Even in the smallest closet, storage space can be maximized so that you can store your clothes and accessories neatly. In today's post we have provided 6 tips to help you create more order in your closet.
1. Use multifunctional hangers
Whether you want to hang some ties, pants or belts, the multifunctional hangers are exactly what you need. Several items of clothing or accessories can be hung on these small space miracles at once, taking up the same space as a simple clothes hanger. Clothes are usually arranged vertically, which not only saves space but also makes orientation in the closet easier.
Special multiple hangers are offered for trousers, skirts, shirts, scarves and belts. Only one hook hangs on the clothes rail, which saves you valuable space in the closet. If you already have enough hangers, you don't necessarily have to buy new ones. In this case, you can simply buy a few space-saving clothes hanger holders to save space in your closet.
Extra tip:Even standard clothes hangers can be hung together using simple clips or hooks.
2. Clothes rails on top of each other save space
Most closets are designed so that the hanging rail is high enough from the floor to accommodate long items of clothing such as dresses, skirts and coats. However, some clothes rails are actually placed so high that a second one would fit underneath. This way you can double the space in the closet for hanging clothes. Two clothes rails on top of each other are perfect for shirts, trousers, skirts, jackets, blazers and basically anything that needs to be hung up after ironing.
Clothes rails are usually easy to assemble. All you need is a few screws, which are usually included in the set, and a screwdriver. It is also important to find a clothes rail that fits exactly in the wardrobe, otherwise the installation will not work. For those who have no DIY skills, there are also rails that can be hung directly on the top clothes rail - without any drilling or screwing. However, if you choose this option, you should make sure that the top bar can support the additional weight.
3. Use the closet door as additional storage space
Bathrobes or a mirror usually hang on the outside of the closet door. However, the inside of the door is often neglected. But it can be very practical if you attach some wall hooks to it. All small items of clothing and accessories such as scarves, shawls, ties, handbags, etc. can be neatly stored here. A hanging shoe storage would also fit perfectly. This way you can organize your wardrobe to save space and find everything you're looking for more quickly.
4. Install wardrobe lighting
Okay, a few lights may not actually provide additional storage space, but they are a practical addition formore order in the wardrobe. The right lighting in the closet can make its contents clearly visible and therefore more accessible. The lack of light can be confusing, especially in deep, sloping wardrobes. You can't properly estimate the available space and there is often a lot of unused space in the closet.
With the right lighting for the wardrobe, every corner is easier to reach and you can keep an overview. There are many options for cabinet lighting: you can choose between light strips, spots or exterior cabinet lights. It should be ensured that the selected lighting fixture illuminates the entire interior of the cabinet.
5. Stack shoes if possible
If you want to organize your wardrobe to save space, then you should make optimal use of every corner and every free space. And the key word here is stacking. Items like shoes, for example, take up a lot of closet space because they cannot be hung (unless you attach a shoe organizer to the closet door) and are meant to lie on some surface. At this pointShoe racks offer a space-saving optionto keep the shoes visible. When everything is stacked, the closet looks clean and tidy.
6. Combine shelves and clothes rails in the wardrobe correctly
Not all clothes can be stored the same way. While some like t-shirts, sweatpants, and jeans are allowed to sit on a shelf, there are others that should hang. These are, for example, shirts, blouses, dresses and suits that should not wrinkle. So if you want to organize the wardrobe to save space, then you need both clothes rails and shelves. You should also sort your clothes properly. Hang up the clothes that wrinkle easily and fold the rest carefully and stack them on the shelves.
Extra tip:It's not just clothes that should be hung. Some accessories such as ties, belts,as well as jewelryThey often come in handy when hanging. If you don't have multi-function hangers, you can hang the accessories together with a matching shirt or suit.
