One of the hardest things for people to do is to deal with their messy closets.  First off the messiness can be contributing to many factors but one main factor is lack of organization.  When your closet is organized it is much easier to keep clean because every item has an assigned location.

Below are some of the most common closet dilemmas and some solutions to rectify them.

Hangers – Are you still using wire hangers?  Do you find your hangers tend to get all tangled up with most of your clothing gathering up on the floor?  The solution to this dilemma is to invest in wooden or plastic hangers.  Wooden and/or plastic hangers are much more functional than wire hangers and you don’t have to worry about the annoying crease on your pants created by the wire hangers.  A small investment will keep your clothes from piling up on the floor and keep your closet looking more uniformed and organized.

Shoes – Are you always searching for a missing shoe?  Do you have piles of boxes in your closet and have no idea what shoes are contained within them? There are many different methods used to organize shoes and implementing one will depend on the size of your closet and the amount of shoes involved.  You can implement a simple canvas shoe rack or a shelving unit at the bottom of your closet.  If you like to keep your shoes in boxes, you can place them in Plastic Shoeboxes with either labels or pictures of the shoes contained.  There are simple solutions, which will keep your shoes and your closet organized.

There may also be items in your closet that may be taking up space that can be placed in a different place in your home.  For instance, if you have blankets or linens in your closet consider placing them in a separate linen closet or place them in a storage case under your bed.  It is important to keep your closet organized with the items that belong there.  If you remove the unnecessary items, you will find your closet remains clean and organized and easier to keep up with.

photo credit: The Bargain Queen

The best way to keep any project organized is by categorizing. Using storage containers and grouping items will keep your area not only clutter-free but you will be able to locate items quicker and easier.  Using the categorization process in your closet will help keep your closet clean as well.