How to organise your closet and dresser to get more space

So long overflowing dresser drawers! Clutter won’t stand a chance when you follow our no-fail plan for decluttering the chaos in your closet.

We guarantee to help you organise your dresser like a pro.

If you find yourself in the constant battle of trying to sort out your overstuffed drawers with overflowing clothes, it may be time to declutter your dresser. Our easy six-step process for decluttering drawers and reassessing your wardrobe will help you keep things neat and help you pick out outfits easier!

A clutter-free dresser begins with a thorough inventory. Empty out your entire dresser and sort it out into piles. Segregate like with like, don’t think too much about what you like and don’t, this will slow down the process.

Once your piles are sorted, go through them again and subcategorise even more. Tops, for example, may be subdivided into t-shirts and long sleeves.

1. What do I really own?

A clutter-free dresser begins with a thorough inventory. Empty out your entire dresser and sort it out into piles. Segregate like with like, don’t think too much about what you like and don’t, this will slow down the process.

Once your piles are sorted, go through them again and subcategorise even more. Tops, for example, may be subdivided into t-shirts and long sleeves.

A clutter-free dresser begins with a thorough inventory. Empty out your entire dresser and sort it out into piles. Segregate like with like, don’t think too much about what you like and don’t, this will slow down the process.

Once your piles are sorted, go through them again and subcategorise even more. Tops, for example, may be subdivided into t-shirts and long sleeves.

2. What do I really wear?

Now you can start deciding whether or not you still like certain clothing items. To make this decision-making process easier for you, ask yourself these four questions:

Do I love it?– keep anything you truly can’t part with. Keep in mind though that keeping a beloved item might mean getting rid of another to make more room.

Do I use this?– If so, how often? Keep things you use most frequently and keep them in the easier places to access.

Can I get another? If there’s an item you might suddenly need or might come back in style, remind yourself that the option of borrowing it is always there.

Do I have more than one? If the answer is yes, edit it down to the best one.

3. Is the drawer the most convenient place to store it?

You might have better alternative spots for specific types of clothing. Consider hangers and hooks for work clothes and open shelves for folded garments that stack better, like jeans and sweaters. For kids’ clothes, storage bins are an excellent choice for pyjamas or loungewear.

4. What is each drawer’s duty?

We recommend assigning one duty per drawer. This means designating specific drawers for each type of garment or for purposes like work, gym, casual, or seasonal.

5. How much can I instantly see?

Try your best to eliminate layers in drawers. Rolling or refolding clothing into packets that stand on ends. When clothes are folded and stacked in piles chances are you’re forgetting about the items at the bottom.

6. Finishing touches

Consider moving finishing touches out of the bathroom or closet and create a final primping station, like the topmost drawer or dresser top. To keep this tidy and organised, use a drawer organiser for brushes and bottles.

Leave it to the professionals

Having an organised drawer and closet makes a world of difference! We hope these tips from the pros have inspired you to get started on organising your dressers! But if you’re struggling to find space-time to refold your clothes and hang clean washing, get in touch with our cleaning professionals! We’re here to help give your home that little extra TLC.