Custom closet storage systems are growing is popularity every day.  People are finding that a custom closet is the answer to their organizing problems, or at least a start.  There are many different closet organization solutions available.  These closet storage systems can range from wire shelving to plastic bins or to melamine and wood closet shelving.   You can purchase these products yourself or hire a custom closet company to do the work for you.  

By installing the perfect closet storage system you will add more functional storage space and maximize your storage.  An organized closet will help you find things faster, hang more clothes, store more shoes and use your space better.

Our closets seem to be the dumping ground for everything we can't find room for.  Many of the new homes have huge walk-in closets with high ceilings.  You can maximize your closet storage systems in walk-in closets, and all closets for that matter, by going up as high as you can with the shelving.  The upper shelfs can be used for things that don't need to be accessed very often like Christmas decorations, seasonal clothes and luggage.   You may even be able to make a deeper shelf across the top to hold these items better.  Another tool that some closet storage systems have is a pull down rod for hanging clothes, so storing clothes that you don't need access to very often can be put here and pulled down when you need them.  There are many accessories and closet organization solutions available today.  Before you go out and by a closet storage system, know it is what you need.

The article below by Michele Piazzone may give you some great advise in organizing your space and maximize your walk-in closet, and every other closet in the house, with a well designed closet storage system.

Maximize Your Storage Space!

Beautiful solutions for the closet, garage & home office
By Michele Piazzoni

There’s always one room in the house that is never quite big enough, the closet. But if you’re feeling a little space deprived when it comes to storage for your clothing, shoes and accessories, you may not need a bigger closet - just one that’s more organized. Today’s custom-designed closet systems not only maximize your storage space, but transform any ordinary closet into a beautifully organized dressing room.

Consider this: without knocking down walls, raising ceilings or dismantling doors, a closet organization system can turn an unorganized 8-foot long closet into 30 feet of adjustable shelving space and about 11 feet of functional hanging space. In fact, the average closet remodel increases hanging space by about 30%. Shoe shelves, drawers, baskets, pullout tie and belt racks, and velvet lined jewelry organizers can also make the most of precious closet space. Perhaps most importantly, not only does the right storage system seemingly enlarge your closet, but having a specific place for all of your needs can make life a lot simpler.

“Many people are so excited when they start putting their stuff away and see how organized it will be” says Derrek Holland, owner of The Closet Doctor. “They realize that the closet organizers will help them stay organized and save time, and they just can’t believe how much extra space they have for all their stuff.”

The right closet system can provide neat and orderly storage for everything from socks to suits, T-shirts to formal wear, and lingerie to linens. The key is finding the right balance for each person’s specific needs. The average closet has far too much hanging space dedicated to long items, when the majority of most people’s hanging items can fit comfortably in a much shorter space. A single shelf leaves very little room for folded items. And what about all those shoes? By determining exactly what items really need to be stored in the closet, a design professional can create a system consisting of just the right mix of storage options, like space-saving shoe shelves designed to hold up to 60 pairs. Suddenly everything you own is visible and ready to go, not buried under a pile and forgotten.

Walk-in closets, which are so popular in newer homes, offer the perfect opportunity to use a storage system to transform the closet into a formal dressing room. Not only is there space for storing clothes and accessories in one area, but rollout hampers, a center island, fold-out ironing board and fold-out full length mirror put everything you need at your fingertips.

Best of all, today’s closet storage systems are not only functional, they are beautiful too! New finishes and custom touches liken them to fine cabinetry. Aside from the crisp, clean look of white melamine finish, rich wood tones are now available. Details like raised panel drawers with glass fronts, chrome baskets with leather inserts, or a granite-topped island are just a few of the upscale choices available today.

So stop lamenting the size of your closet and consider investing in a custom designed storage system. You’ll be surprised by how much space you have after all.

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Organizing Tips

Tips for Maximizing Your Storage

1. Hang clothes by category and length to maximize space.
2. Use "double hang" (one rod above the other) for separates to get twice as much in the same amount of space.
3. Adjustable closet systems allow placement of the rods and shelves so there's no wasted space.
4. Shoe cubbies can be used to maximize shoe storage.
5. Review your wardrobe regularly to weed out items that shouldn't be taking up valuable space in the closet. Ask yourself: Does it fit? Does it flatter? Will I ever really wear it again? Do this every season. Be ruthless. Store off-season clothing elsewhere, if possible.
6. Use hooks to store robes, night gowns, and "around the house" clothing.
7. Get rid of empty hangers; they waste valuable space. Return wire hangers to dry cleaner for reuse.
8. Store off-season or infrequently worn shoes high up on a shelf in plastic shoe boxes with labels.
9. Label boxes with contents listed or attach a photo of what's inside.
10. Use the back of your door for hooks or racks to store accessories.
11. Use the proper hangers. Open-end slack hangers and skirt hangers with clips use less space lengthwise.

http://www.closets.com/organizing_tips.html

Discover the best closet organization solution for your walk-in closet. Whether you are looking for tips, checking out closet storage systems or hiring a professional my "Ultimate Closet Design Resources" ebook will  guide you in making the best  decision for yourself.