Bothered by the constant clutter in your kids' closets? These simple smart tips can help reduce the mess and make sure that clothes are organized most of the time.
Real Simple suggested that to avoid morning meltdowns, make sure to prepare the kids' clothes beforehand. It would help to work with the children on what they would want to wear the entire week so that they can access the clothes without making too much of a mess in the morning. Labeling the days on the clothing will also help them get ready faster in the morning.
For small closets, there are a few tricks in maximizing the space. Try using pull-out shelves which are more compact than racks. There are also hanging organizers where one can hang shoes, belts and other essentials. The closet door or the closet wall is also a good way to utilize the space.
The site also suggested making the closet reachable for kids. Keep the shoes on open shelving so that these will not end up cluttering the floor. The key to making the closet child-friendly is to make sure that everything is within their reach. Installing pullout shelves will also maximize the depth of the closet, utilizing every space it can offer.
To stop potential sibling fights, HGTV said that it is important to organize the closet accordingly and use a variety of storage bins for each kid. Aside from controlling the clutter, there will also be a separation of space between them.
Also place bins for shared items like toys or sports items. Most of the time, these items are stashed in the closet too, so make sure to leave room for these if there are no designated storage areas in the house. Lastly, do not forget to decorate the closet with their favorite items to show the kids' personalities.
