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How to Organize Closets

Geared up to start organizing your closet yourself? We've got the tips and inspiration to get your project under way. Take advantage of other Hometalkers' closet organization victories to make yours a resounding success too. Check out our videos, slideshows, discussion boards, and top projects. Bringing order to the world, one closet at a time!

Brilliant Closet Organization Ideas

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Brilliant Closet Organization Ideas

Tips to Improve Your Closet

Add transparent containers

By using transparent boxes, you will find it a lot easier to find what you need. This stylish look puts your best clothes on display.

Put baskets under the shelves

Put baskets under the shelves to add greatly to your storage space. Opt for baskets that match the room decor, for an extra touch of class.

Make use of shelf dividers

Use shelf dividers to organize items and stop them getting mixed up.

Add some hooks to the walls

Avoid bare walls when you want to organize your closet more efficiently. Put up some hooks to boost your storage options.

Use the closet door

Hang objects on the interior of the closet door as a smart way of fitting in more. Use a hook or a shelf as best suits your requirements.

More organizing categories

Basement

Basement

Command Centers & Boards

Command Centers & Boards

Desks

Desks

Garage

Garage

Kitchen

Kitchen

Outdoor Spaces

Outdoor Spaces

Pantry

Pantry

Shoes

Shoes

Storage Ideas

Storage Ideas

Top Projects for Organizing Closets

We've got the top closet organization projects for you. Prepare to be impressed.

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Popular Slideshows for Organizing Closet

Slideshows of closet organization projects, sure to get your creativity flowing!

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10 Fun Space Saving Hacks To Keep You Clutter Free

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16 Brilliant Closet Organization Tricks to Make Life Easier

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12 Tremendous Jewelry Organizer Ideas to Show Off Your Collection

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15 Genius Ways to Organize Your Bedroom

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Want an Organized Closet? Try This Today!

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Why You Should Use Hanging Storage From Now On (15 Ways)

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30 Genius Ways To Make The Most Of Your Closet Space

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Top 12 Ways To Organize Your Bedroom Closet

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16 Brilliant Ways to Squeeze (Much) More Into Your Closet

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Your Quick Catalog of Gorgeous Closet Makeover Ideas

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Closet Organizing Videos

Are you looking for DIY video tutorials on how to organize your closet? Enjoy.

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Hometalkers' Favorite DIY Closet Organizing Projects

Enjoy the best DIY closet organization hacks and ideas right here.

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Popular Closet Organizing Discussions

Join the conversation on our closet organization discussion boards. It's neat.

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Got an Organizing Question?

Have you got a question about how to organize your closet? Ask us here!

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Browse Closet Organizing Projects

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