5 Steps to Clean Out Your Closet for the New Year
1. HERE ARE 5 SIMPLE STEPS YOU CAN FOLLOW TO ORGANIZE YOUR CLOSET IN TIME FOR THE NEW YEAR:
Take everything out of your closet so you can start over with empty space. The easiest way to organize your clothes is to remove everything from the closet, including hooks, baskets, boxes, and anything else on the floor or shelves.
2. CLEAN EVERY CORNER
To plan and picture how you will reorganize your closet, you need a space that is free from clutter. Dust the shelves and hanging hooks first. Next, vacuum the floor or sweep and mop it. Finally, use a good all-purpose cleaner to clean the baseboards, shelves, and hanging rods. Don't forget any boxes or baskets that might be collecting dust and filth.
3. SORT AND DECLUTTER YOUR ITEMS
People frequently stow their belongings away in closets' back, shadowy corners, sometimes forgetting what they have. Take everything out and organize it into piles for each category of clothing, such as shoes, outerwear, evening wear, and more. This is the best way to start organizing your wardrobe.
4. ASSESS YOUR STORAGE SYSTEM
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5. PUT THINGS BACK IN AN ORGANIZED WAY
How you organize your clothes closet and drawers depends on your storage plan. Consider the best spots in your closet to reach each kind of clothing as well as the best places to store them. It shouldn't look overstuffed or continue to be overflowing; everything should fit smoothly. Backfill the area with your "keeper" objects and similar items, and place the least-used items in the back.
