wardrobes
Storage up top Try to maximise all the space you have by adding storage up to the ceiling. Use higher shelving and pigeon holes to store off-season clothing, travelling items or spare linen. If your ceilings are 250 centimetres high or more, this can literally mean an extra cubic metre of storage space – which is nothing to sniff at. Tip: Keep things that are stored up top labelled and in a matching group of dust-proof containers, such as the striped boxes seen here. This is both visually attractive and very practical.
advice from a wardrobe maker The fact is, tidying, folding and putting things away is boring and time consuming. Designing the wardrobe well so it’s really simple to maintain when you’re not motivated will mean you don’t need to keep on top of it. Most wardrobes are built based on kitchen methodology which does not work for clothing. stop weird folding(folding that requires thinking or more than 2 seconds), by having shelves that are the right size for clothes and shoes Only store where you can see and reach without bending by using low sections for hanging and put shelves above where your eyes and arms are. Don’t try shoes down low, unless you enjoy re-tidying on your knees every week Properly designed wardrobes have proper width and depth shelves so you can quick fold not weird fold(make weird shapes with clothes to fit the shelves). Weird folding is idealistic and forgotten when you’re back to normal life so keep it really simple.
Choose the right hangers “The right hangers will help preserve the shape of your clothes and ensure that you are maximising your wardrobe space,” Player says. “Suit hangers are space-hungry but essential for preserving the shape of jacket shoulders. Dresses and light blouses are best stored on flocked hangers as they won’t slip off. Timber hangers are kind on clothes but if you are short on space, are not the best choice. And if you are exceptionally tight for space, consider multi-tier hangers.”
Folding vs hanging Decide what to hang and what to fold, West says: “Hang bulky coats and jackets, as well as dresses, skirts, dress pants and shirts so they don’t crease.” T-shirts and jumpers are best folded and placed on shelves and inside drawers, she says. “This will help them keep their shape as they’re likely to stretch if hung. You can also fold thick pants such as jeans as they won’t crease.”
Categorise your clothing “Once you’ve let go of unwanted items, turn your attention to what remains,” says Anton Randall, director of home styling and organisation firm In the Closet. “Categorise clothing into a simple, ready-to-wear system. For example, put shirts together, colour-blocking from lightest to darkest, and hang dresses in categories such as strappy and long-sleeved. This makes it easier to hang items back up after washing, and will save you time getting ready.”
Organise your drawers Drawers often get forgotten during wardrobe overhauls – which represents a real missed storage opportunity, in Player’s view. “For example, simple dividers can help keep socks and underwear colour- and style-sorted. Another good use for drawers is jewellery storage using stacking trays. Divide and conquer is the strategy in this instance.”
Lighting Whether from natural or artificial sources, you’ll need plenty of lighting in your walk-in robe. A skylight that can be opened and closed off is a great way to light up the space, but if that’s impossible to install, keep to warm-white down lights. Consider adding a gorgeous pendant light if you have the space as it ups the glam stakes enormously. Designer tip Speak to your manufacturer about installing LED lighting above hanging rods or shelves as it really does help you to see everything easily.
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