Get Your Walk-In Custom Closet in Shape With Our 7-Day Organization Challenge

Adam Bender | June 20, 2023

Waking up every morning to a chaotic and cluttered closet? You’re not alone. Many people struggle with keeping closets organized, but it’s never too late to start. If you have a walk-in custom closet, you’re in luck—there’s a lot you can do to get your space neat and tidy.

Follow our 7-day organization challenge to get your walk-in custom closet in perfect shape:

Day 1: Assessing and decluttering
Day 2: Grouping and sorting
Day 3: Maximizing storage
Day 4: Managing your shoes
Day 5: Hanging clothes
Day 6: Labeling drawers, bins, and more
Day 7: Adding your personal touch

If you’re ready to take charge of clutter and turn your walk-in custom closet into an organized space you can be proud of, read on to learn how easy it is with our 7-day organization challenge.

Day One: Assessing and Decluttering

Start by taking everything out of your closet. Once everything is out, take inventory and assess what you have and what you no longer need. Separate items that are in good condition but no longer serve you, and put them in a pile for donation. Any clothing or accessories that aren’t in good condition should go in the trash.

Day Two: Grouping and Sorting

After you’ve cleared the clutter out of your custom walk-in closet, it’s time to start organizing. Begin by sorting your clothing and accessories into categories, so it’s easier to find what you need. Aside from categorizing items by season, separate all shirts, pants, dresses, and jackets.

Day Three: Maximizing Storage

Creating the perfect closet means more than just a rack for hanging your clothes—you should optimize your storage space by investing in accessories that match your lifestyle. Some of the best space-saving—and clutter-reducing—custom closet accessories include:

Laundry Organizers: The laundry is an essential area that impacts the organization of your closet. Including laundry organizers in your custom closet design is a wise decision. A laundry hamper that is built-in is an excellent organizational feature that will keep your room tidy. Plus, separate baskets for light and dark clothes help keep your clothes separated and organized.
Pants Racks: Pants are everyday wear, and if they’re not stored properly, they can take up a lot of space in your closet. Pants racks are an excellent storage solution that maximizes space. They create extra room by hanging your pants vertically, making it easier to see what you have and grab when you need them. Look for drawers with pants racks for an organized touch.
Waterfall Hooks: Wall space is often overlooked when planning a custom closet. You can create more hanging space with waterfall hooks, which take advantage of unused wall areas. For instance, you could hang scarves or belts on them, freeing up drawer space and keeping the items at hand, too. Waterfall hooks also save space and give more room for other items in your closet.
Shelf-Mounted Ironing Boards: Ironing boards take up space in your room, but what if they could be stored out of sight when not in use? Shelf-mounted ironing boards offer a practical solution for small spaces, making it easier to access them when you need them. It's much tidier than storing a free-standing ironing board in the room.
Home Safes: If you would like an additional layer of security or simply peace of mind, consider adding a home safe to your custom walk-in closet. A built-in, fire-resistant safe can store money, valuable belongings, or important documents. It will be an excellent choice for expensive jewelry you don’t wear daily.

Day 4: Managing Your Shoes

Shoes can take up a lot of space in your closet, so make sure you manage them properly. Consider investing in shoe organizers that stack, so you can make use of vertical space. Store out-of-season shoes in clear plastic containers and keep them in a designated area of your closet or under your bed.

Day 5: Hanging Clothes

Hang all your clothes facing the same direction, with the hangers all the way to one side of the rod. This makes it easy to see everything and allows you to grab what you need without having to move things around.

Arranging your clothes by color is also another great way to organize your closet. According to The Spruce, you should even consider the color of the baskets, hangers, storage bins, and other features of your closet to create a cohesive look. Neutral colors, like all-wood or all-white, work best, and you’ll create a tidy, seamlessly color-coded look you’ll love.

Day 6: Labeling Drawers, Bins, and More

Now's the time to make sure every item has a place and spot in the closet. Use labels on all your drawers, bins, and other containers to help you stay organized and remember you want to maintain order and cleanliness. Make it a habit to put items back where they belong after use.

Day 7: Adding Your Personal Touch

Finally, it's time to put the finishing touches on your newly organized walk-in closet. Add some artwork; a fresh, clean scent; or a mirror to make it more inviting.

Conclusion

Congratulations, you made it through the 7-day organization challenge! With all your hard work and effort, your walk-in closet is now a space you can be proud of.