Declutter All The Baseball Hats In Your Closet With A Clever Storage Trick

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Baseball hats may have started as sporty accessories meant to show allegiance to teams like the Yankees or Dodgers. But now that hats are considered fashion pieces beyond the ballpark, it's easy to end up with more than you have space to store. From several dad hats for your everyday wear, to a handful of trendy snapbacks to spruce up various attire, the numbers can quickly add up. Pair that with limited storage space or an inefficient closet system, and clutter can quickly take over. If this sounds familiar, then it's time to try the Command hook storage trick.

This clever hack involves installing Command hooks on a flat vertical surface, like a wall, and hanging each hat on its own hook. It creates a more organized storage system instead of randomly stacking hats on shelves or drawers. It's also an easy, budget-friendly solution since no tools are required, and a set of 16 Command Small Wire Toggle Hooks costs less than $12 on Amazon. Since you're only hanging ball hats, which are pretty lightweight, there's really no need to buy the more expensive heavy-duty version.

To get started with installation, gather one Command hook for each hat you plan to store. Use rubbing alcohol to wipe the spot on your wall where you'll position the hooks. Next, remove the red liner from the Command strip and attach that sticky side to the hook itself, then remove the black liner and place that second sticky side on the wall and press on it for a few seconds. Let the hook sit for about an hour before hanging anything on it.

Repeat these steps with all the hooks, and once done, simply hang your baseball hats one on each Command hook by their strap or back side. If you later want to remove the Command hooks, either because you no longer want this storage style or you just want to move a few pieces around to change the arrangement, first remove the hat from the hook. Hold the base of the hook against the wall, then slowly pull the tab straight down until the strip releases. Pulling the strip away from the wall is one of the common Command hook mistakes you should avoid, as it's likely to damage drywall or paint.

You can make this storage trick your own by creating a unique, personalized, and even stylish setup. It comes down to choosing the right location and arranging the hooks in a way that adds visual interest. For instance, the bedroom can be a good location since that's where your other wearables are already located. You can install the hooks high on the wall near the ceiling and arrange them in a horizontal line all around the room. Alternatively, install the hooks on your closet door,  either on the inner or outer side, depending on how visible you want the arrangement to be.

But the bedroom isn't your only option. A collection of hanging ball hats can be a unique entryway accent wall idea to transform the look of your space. This doorway location would also be a convenient spot for when you want to quickly grab a hat when going out or hang up the one you were wearing as you come in. This can serve a similar role to the traditional entryway hat stand. Once you've selected your location and hat arrangement, proceed to install your Command hooks, and your hat storage is ready for use.