{"id":6980,"date":"2021-09-29T15:36:41","date_gmt":"2021-09-29T19:36:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/diplomatclosetdesign.com\/?p=6980"},"modified":"2021-09-29T15:36:42","modified_gmt":"2021-09-29T19:36:42","slug":"3-ways-to-update-your-linen-closet-and-maximize-space","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/diplomatclosetdesign.com\/3-ways-to-update-your-linen-closet-and-maximize-space\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Ways to Update Your Linen Closet and Maximize its Space"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Does it always seem like your linen closet is messy? If you\u2019re like most people, your linen closet is a catch-all for a million different things in your home – bedding, towels, toiletries, soap, ironing supplies, medicine, and so much more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to do a closet edit and reevaluate whether your linen closet is really serving its purpose. The typical linen closet is only 30 to 36 inches wide and 15 to 24 inches deep<\/a>, so it\u2019s important to get the most out of this space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Get a Firm Grip on Linen Closet Clutter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Start by cutting the clutter that\u2019s building up in your linen closet. Go through it and remove anything that doesn\u2019t fit its purpose, which is primarily holding bedding and towels, plus anything that\u2019s too old, ripped, or stained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is particularly important if you\u2019re thinking of selling your house because homebuyers tend to open linen closets and give them once-over. That\u2019s why realtors and home stagers often make the linen closet a priority<\/a> to organize before home tours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As you give your linen closet a redesign with clutter control in mind<\/a>, use the motto \u201ceverything has its place.\u201d Each type of item, like sheets, towels, and washcloths, should have a specific slot where it always lives in the linen closet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

That means even when 100% of your linens are clean and folded, the linen closet should be able to store every bit of it. You may need to add shelves and rearrange them to allow this crucial step to happen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Claim Space With Clever and Creative Closet Hacks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Does your linen closet have unused space way at the top or far in the back? Consider using some clever linen storage solutions<\/a> to get the most out of every square inch of space. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most people stack so much stuff in the front of their linen closet, they end up with a large area of forgotten space toward the rear of the closet. A rolling shelf or drawer solves this problem, allowing you to slide things forward and reach everything easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another often-forgotten spot? The floor. It\u2019s usually about 18 to 20 inches<\/a> of wasted space in the linen closet. So add a rolling basket or bin, and you have the perfect spot to store dirty linens or extra toilet paper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of our favorite linen closet organization hacks<\/a> is to rotate your storage with the seasons. During the summer, keep all of your lightweight sheets in the linen closet and store your heavy flannel sheets and holiday hand towels elsewhere – maybe in a laundry room or mudroom closet<\/a>. Then swap them out as the seasons change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Add a Closetful of Custom Storage Solutions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The best linen closet ideas<\/a> are custom, custom, custom. Every household uses its closets in its own way, so your linen closet works best when it\u2019s tailored just for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Could your linen closet benefit from these custom touches?<\/p>\n\n\n\n