LINEN LUXE: ELEVATE YOUR SPACE WITH THESE CLOSET ORGANIZATION IDEAS.
Talk about a space that's often sidelined in our homes but is equally deserving of care and attention - the linen closet. If your home has one you likely know how quickly they can become disorganized. We suggest starting an overhaul by following the following steps:
Remove all items from your closet
Edit out items you are no longer using and either discard or donate
Group similar items together
All groups of items will need a home so decide if you need more storage for all the items
Add additional shelving as needed
Begin to place items back in the closet in designated areas using our pointers below:
FOLD WITH CARE
Folding stacks of similar items to the same height, width and depth helps save space and makes items more easily accessible. Try to fold items to the size of the area they are being housed in to prevent them from collapsing, falling and to create visual appeal.
USE BASKET, BINS, AND TRAYS
Baskets and bins are great tools to help maintain groups of items and when they are labelled, make locating what you need a breeze. There are many options to select from that are both chic and functional from: wicker, fabric, clear, opaque depending on your preference. We like to use hard bins for toiletries, medicines and other items that are unruly. Choosing containers that allow for labeling or come with a slot to add your own add additional functionality and ease of locating items.
ROLLING FOR EFFICIENCY
For smaller items like hand towels or washcloths, rolling instead of folding can revolutionize storage. It saves space and adds a boutique-hotel feel, making selection easy.
SCENTED SACHETS
Placing these in between linens keeps them smelling fresh and adds a delightful surprise when opening the closet. Choosing a personal favorite scent, like lavender, rose, or citrus, can be soul-soothing.
SHELF DIVIDERS FOR ORDERS
Shelf dividers can help you create additional order by maintaining dedicated shelf area to particular items while also helping you keep towels and sheets from collapsing or falling.
TOP SHELF FOR SEASONAL STORAGE
Utilize the top shelf, if you have one, for items that are infrequently used or seasonal. Placing items in your site of vision that you’ll be using regularly helps you to locate and find your essentials easily.
Organizing your linen closet doesn’t have to be a daunting task and can be easily accomplished without overspending and without sacrificing too much time. Allocating time to editing, discarding, donating, and grouping is key to making sure you have everything accounted for and the dedicated storage solution for those items before putting them back into the closet. We recommend taking a look at your linen closet twice a year, especially if you store seasonal items, to keep your space clutter free and functional.