Home Trends from Mark Faheem

MARK FAHEEM

RE/MAX Real Estate (Central)

CLOSET ORGANIZATION TIPS Small closets overflowing with clothes, linens and things that just don't belong can cause stress and make your room less than peaceful. Take a few hours to organize your closets and maximize the space. First, remove anything that doesn't belong like important papers, linens, old home decor, etc. so only clothes remain. Next, remove anything that doesn't fit or you haven't worn in the last year. Donate those items to free up some closet space. If possible use a closet system to organize everything. The shelves, hanging racks, drawers or other accessories will make it easy for you to see what is where and keep like items together. If you’re not keen to purchase a closet organization system, an old dresser paired with tension rods for hanging clothes and bins or baskets for loose items like shoes and socks can be a more affordable option. If using the dresser, try a vertical fold for your clothes (like shirts) that go in the drawers as this fold will allow you to quickly find pieces. Sorting and sectioning clothes by type (short sleeves, long sleeves, dress pants, jeans) is also suggested by professional closet organizers. Feel free to utilize wall space to hang scarves, hats, belts and bags/purses. Depending on the type of closet door you have, you can also hang or store items on the back of the door. Picking things up off the closet floor will make it feel less cluttered as well. Once your clothes are all put away, leftover closet space can be used to organize those items you removed at the beginning and haven’t found a home for yet. Finally, after all that hard work, sit back and enjoy the refreshing feeling of your newly organized and peaceful space.

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