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Open ClosetsPosted by admin on July 14th, 2011

If only open closets can work for an area like ours which always always pick up dust everyday, I would not even think twice. I would love an open closet in our room. Well, scratch that. I’d love a partially opened closet – for my bags and shoes, for example!

Isn’t ironic that clothes are left in the open while jacuzzis have hot tub covers?

If you lack closet space in your bedroom try hanging an industrial pipe or shelving unit above your bed and display your colorful collection of clothing. You’ll have a closet and headboard in one!

If you’re really short on space, hang a pole (ideally painted the same color as the wall) relatively close to the wall so there’s just enough room for the clothes to be outward facing — this will double as a closet and artwork. The most popular exposed closet option is to simply purchase (or make!) a clothes rack on wheels or a system that can be hung from the sealing.

Exposed closets don’t have to look like you’re still scraping by in college — they can be beautiful too!

Closet Systems within BudgetPosted by admin on January 24th, 2011

Did you know that the most searched cigar brand on the web is Dutch Masters? And that when it comes to home improvement, the number one asked for in home blogs and web sites are closet space solutions for homes that are within budget (read: doesn’t cost a fortune).

It’s a good thing Apartment Therapy has some nice suggestions:

With the popularity of high-end California Closets and mid-range Elfa systems, the more basic underdogs are often overlooked — here are 5 sources for CHEAP closet and shelving systems to get you started organizing on a budget.

Whether your turning your second bedroom into a giant walk-in closet or converting a tiny hall closet into a pantry, proper installation means a lot with budget systems — take weight restrictions seriously! Most mishaps occur when inexpensive components are loaded up with TOO MUCH STUFF.

Rubbermaid

IKEA
IKEA has two systems for closet organization — ANTONIUS is primarily designed for clothing and BRODER is designed for bigger, heavier items.

ClosetMaid

Martha Stewart Living at Home Depot
The newest product collection on this list, the Martha Stewart Living for Home Depot is fairly basic.

Easy Track
Found primarily at building supply, lumber stores and independent hardware stores (and Amazon!), Easy Track is a 95% wood (particle board) with a single rail that all of your components hang from (like Elfa).

Read here:

http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/ny/organizing/budget-basics-cheap-closet-systems-shoppers-guide-136624