The Best Products At Lowe's To Help You Organize Your Closet
Organizing a closet can prove to be a hard task, especially if it's not something you do very often. Since this space gets used on a daily basis, it can quickly become cluttered and untidy. If this has happened to you, as it happens to all of us, there are a few quick ways to bring this area from messy to dressy.
According to Abby Organizes, one of the best ways to declutter your closet is by getting rid of clothes that no longer fit or items you don't wear — for clothes that are still in good shape, consider donating them to thrift stores. Then, categorize what clothes you have left by separating them into sizes or colors, and place them on hangers or within drawers in those categories. If you still have too many clothes, consider switching out summer clothes with winter pieces as the seasons change.
If these tips aren't enough to get your area back in shape, you may have to purchase a useful gadget or two. Retailers such as Lowe's have a wide variety of items to make the most of your space. From stackable shoe racks to hanging wired shelving, here are some of the best products Lowe's has to offer to help you organize your closet.
ClosetMaid's full closet kit
Perhaps, the most versatile product one can buy to organize their closet is a full-sized kit. This model by ClosetMaid is designed to fit inside closets from 4 to 9 feet wide. It comes in three shades — white, ash, and latte, and has a price tag of around $120, depending on color. Measuring 16 inches in width, the kit features five shelves, two of which are adjustable, and three hanging rods. These rods can span from 30 inches up to 48 inches, however, if they are still too long, they can be trimmed to better fit your needs. Additionally, the rods can be installed anywhere and on either side of the shelf. Additional accessories, including drawers or extra rods, can be purchased separately, and the kit comes with a 1-year warranty.
Based on nearly 200 reviews, this Lowe's full closet kit has a rating of 4.3 stars, along with a recommendation rate of 85%. Many consumers gave positive reviews, with one purchaser stating that the kit was very easy to build and that they were able to assemble it by themselves. Another reviewer stated that they purchased this kit to upgrade the shelves that were included in their home. They added that it made their closet look more luxurious and said that while the assembly isn't hard, they recommend other purchasers take their time when reading the instructions.
Style Selections' stackable shoe rack
Of course, where there is a closet, there are likely many pairs of shoes. Just like clothes, these can easily become unorganized and end up in a pile. This stackable shoe rack, made by Style Selections, aims to fix this issue. Costing just under $34, this rack is made of steel and has two sturdy mesh shelves. Finished in a matte gray, this rack is versatile enough to fit in with many closet themes and aesthetics. It sits at 15.9 inches in height, 28.9 inches in width, and 11.8 inches in depth and can hold up to six pairs of shoes. Unfortunately, a warranty is not included with the purchase.
With over 130 reviews, this shoe rack received a recommendation rate of 97% and a 4.7-star rating. Many of these reviews are positive with one purchaser stating that they had been searching for a rack for a while before landing on this model. They added that this was the best size for their space and noted that the rack is very sturdy once assembled. Another consumer chimed in, explaining that they were previously frustrated with their lack of floor space. They went on to say that it is easy to assemble and they quickly decided to buy a second model to stack on top.
ClosetMaid's cube organizer
If you use your closet to store other items — such as handbags or hats — you may benefit from something that can hold a wide variety of items. This nine-cube organizer from ClosetMaid costs around $50. It comes in three different colors — natural gray, white, and espresso, and is made from wood laminate. The unit sits at 35.88 inches in width and 11.63 inches in depth, and the top of the shelf can hold up to 40 pounds, while each cube can hold 15 pounds. Once assembled, It can be mounted to the wall or stacked on top of another model. It can be paired with ClosetMaids' fabric bins, which sell for less than $7 and in 12 different colors. A 1-year warranty is included with the purchase.
The organizer received a 4.1-star rating and a 79% recommendation rate, based on over 700 reviews. One customer stated that this product is made from good-quality wood and was easy to install. They also noted that all the pre-drilled holes were lined up exactly how they were supposed to be. Another reviewer said that they would recommend this shelf to others and stated that they were able to assemble this model in under an hour and a half.
Honey-Can-Do's non-slip hanger combo
One of the main causes of clothes piling up on a closet floor is that pieces tend to slip off of hangers. However, this doesn't have to be the case. These non-slip hanger combos come in a pack of 55 for around $35. Made by Honey-Can-Do, these hangers are made of plastic and incorporate a velvet mesh material to prevent clothes from slipping off. In addition, each hanger has two indents on each side to hold spaghetti straps. Designed to be collapsible, the included holder can house either 10 hangers horizontally or five hangers vertically. This combo pack comes with a 60-day warranty.
While this product has less than 10 reviews, it has received a 4.8-star rating along with a 100% recommendation rate. One consumer stated that after trying the product, they decided to switch all of their old plastic hangers to this design. They went on to say that these gadgets can also keep their wide neck pieces in place. Another customer said that they purchased these hangers as they needed to organize their closet, and they would recommend them, as they are well-made, sturdy, and can hold their large winter jackets without a problem.
ClosetMaid's hanging wire shelf
If you have multiple smaller items, you can purchase this hanging wire shelf made by ClosetMaid for just under $22. It is designed to hang from an existing shelf and can be hung two different ways — with the lip facing either upward or downward. It measures 13.75 inches in height, 24 inches in width, and 12 inches in depth, and can hold up to 50 pounds — perfect for small items such as throw blankets. Finished in white, it's versatile and simple enough to fit in with any closet theme, and comes with a 1-year limited warranty.
With over 70 reviews, this wire shelf received a star rating of 4.9 and a recommendation rate of 100%. One consumer stated that while they already had one shelf within their closet, they needed more space and opted to buy this model. They went on to add that while they were skeptical it would match, it worked perfectly in their space. Another reviewer added that these racks were a great addition to their closet as they are now able to organize their clothes better than they were before and that they like the fact that you can easily move the shelves around as needed. A third consumer said that they bought four of these models as they make their closet look organized and neat.