Utility Room Closet Organizers

Go into the closet

If you're lacking storage space in your utility room, the problem might be inside your closet. Poorly designed closets are so commonplace that in large urban areas, there are even companies that work exclusively on closet reorganization at a cost of $200 an hour. Utility room closet organizers are a lot less expensive, and with a little time and creativity, you can solve your storage problem on your own.

Trapped in the closet

The simplest way to get everything you need for storage room renovation is to buy a closet organizer kit. Closet organizers can be found online or at your local hardware retail stores.

The problem with DIY closet organizer kits is that the style of your closet will be confined to the pieces provided. We recommend combining closet organizers with your own supplies, or if you're confident in your do-it-yourself skills, hunting down closet shelving supplies on your own at a hardware store or lumber yard.

Tonight, I'm cleaning out my closet

You may have heard the saying "It's always the engineer's fault," which means most mistakes happen in planning rather than execution. When it comes to closet organizers, planning is the most important step. The way your new closet shelves and hanging rods are organized will determine how efficiently your closet space is used, so take your time and make a few sketches before you begin.

When you'e come up with a workable design, take down the existing shelves in the closet. You should be able to reuse some of the materials, so use a screwdriver, not a sledgehammer. Use a level to mark straight lines on the wall so your newly organized closet will be installed properly.

Closet organizers can be used in uniquely individual ways. Your design should be suited to the specific needs of your utility room, but we do recommend organizing your closet with a mix of open shelves, tiered shelves, hanging rods for laundry, and if possible, sliding drawers.

Another option you might consider while shopping for utility room closet organizers is an over-the-door closet organizer. Traditionally used for shoes, over-the-door closet organizers are perfect for storing those many random and small items that always get lost in a storage room.