Keeping a closet organized is a coping mechanism
Keeping a front entry closet organized can be a challenging task, especially if you have two or more people sharing the space. It’s not uncommon to find clothes hanging on hangers outside the closet, belts and other accessories strewn across the floor, and piles of clothing draped over the furniture. A few simple strategies to keep your closet tidy can help you achieve your goal of a more functional space in your home.
If your front entry closet is cluttered, you’re not the only one who feels that way. If you’re like most people, your entryway is a place where you come and go all day long. You’re likely to bump into things on your way home, and you may even feel a heavy load walking through the door! In addition to that, the entryway serves as a gathering place for your family. Every member of the family uses the entryway daily.
Chalkboard labels
For fast and easy front entry closet organization, purchase storage boxes with chalkboard labels. These can be used to store off-season clothing and keep it out of sight. The labels can also be easily changed to suit the season. Another bonus: These boxes are very inexpensive to purchase and make. You can make your own for about $3 per box, or you can buy them at a home goods store.
If you’ve got a small closet, make the most of your space. Create a simple organization system with shelves or open shelves, or use boxes or containers to separate items. Make sure to label them clearly so that you’ll be able to easily find what you’re looking for.
You can also use labels on bins. These make it easier to find what you’re looking for, and they also keep household members informed. The labels can be made easily from cardboard or craft paper. Once finished, stick them to the bins. You can also reuse them in the future.
Organizing a coat closet
The first step to organizing a front entry closet is to decide what items you want to keep inside it. This will depend on the amount of space you have available. You may want to keep outerwear, footwear, dog walking supplies, and other seasonal items. You can also add extra shelves in the closet for extra storage. In addition to shelves, you may also want to consider installing wire shelving, which is easy to install and highly functional.
To make your closet work for you, measure the floor space and the length of your coats. Also, measure the distance from the bottom of your hanging items to the floor. Once you know the length, you can use a closet organizer to divide your space into zones. For example, you can have a separate area for sports equipment or a shelf for writing supplies. You can also use shelves for shoes or leave them as open shelving. You can even add baskets to hide clutter.
Once you’ve identified what items you’ll need for the season, sort out any items that you won’t be wearing for a while. If the items aren’t a favorite or no longer fit, place them in a to-be-donated bag. Then, keep the bag on the floor of the closet so that you can add items to it as you see them. Once you’ve sorted your items, you can schedule a charitable organization to pick them up or drop them off at your local thrift store.
You can also add shelves in the closet for your shoes. You can even install a rug under your shoe shelves so that it can catch dirt. Another idea is to hang large baskets under the shoe shelves to store small items. A wooden basket works well for this purpose. A towel rack or shower curtain ring can also be installed on the door.
You may also consider using magazine baskets. They can be labeled with cute DIY letter labels. You can also use them to store kids’ winter wear and toys. Small canvas and flip-flop shoes can be placed in narrow wire baskets.