Revamping a broom closet into a functional and fashionable space doesn’t need to be a headache. Just a few clever strategies can help you turn even the smallest area into a neatly arranged haven for your cleaning equipment.
1. Sliding Doors
Change out regular doors for sliding doors to save space and give it a modern look. This was a great change in a client’s tiny apartment where every bit of space mattered.
You might like:
- Glide-Away Door: Make your space better with this stylish door that slides; great for small areas and saves space in a chic way.
- Sleek Slide Handle: Add a smooth handle to your sliding door so it works perfectly; adds style without any effort.
- Easy-Glide Track: Put in this track that you can adjust so your sliding door moves easily; make the most of the space in any room.
2. Secret Spots
Think about adding secret spots to store things you don’t use very often. I once designed a closet with panels that you could pull out to hide cleaning tools for different seasons, so the main area stayed neat.
May just do the trick:
- Hide-Away Pantry: Get the most out of your closet with a pantry that pulls out so you can easily get to hidden things.
- Secret Shelf Box: Hide the clutter with a shelf box that’s made to keep things neat and out of sight.
- Slide-Out Cube: Keep things for different seasons hidden but easy to get to with a cube that slides out.
3. Two Jobs at Once
Use your broom closet for more than just cleaning stuff; add pantry items or laundry supplies to make it a multi-use area. I’ve designed spaces where this has really helped make the most of the room and cut down on clutter.
Consider these options:
- Multi-Shelf Organizer: Make the most of your storage with shelves that you can adjust; easily fit all your pantry and cleaning stuff.
- All-in-One Bins: Store laundry and pantry things neatly in stackable bins; keep everything easy to get to and in order.
- Over-Door Hangers: Use the door with hooks for brooms and mops; keep your closet floor clear and tidy.
4. Old Stuff, New Life
Turn old furniture into new storage for your broom closet. I’ve turned old cabinets into storage pieces that are special, adding charm and usefulness.
Items that may come in handy:
- Adjust-A-Shelf: Make the most of your cabinet space with shelves you can adjust to fit all your things.
- Classic Cabinet Pulls: Add some charm to your old cabinet with pulls that look good and last long for a special look.
- Wicker Wonders: Get organized and make your closet look better with baskets made of wicker.
5. Let There Be Light
Put some lights that run on batteries in your broom closet so you can see better. A well-lit space is not only useful but also makes it easy to find what you need.
These products might be useful:
- Bright Strip Lights: Make your broom closet brighter without any trouble; put these LED strips in for the best light.
- Motion Lights: Make it easier to see in your closet with a light that turns on when you move; works automatically and saves energy.
- Stick-Up Lights: Light up those dark spots easily; these lights are great for small spaces.
6. Shelves That Fit Just Right
Think about shelves that are made to fit so you can use every bit of space in your broom closet. I’ve seen how these kinds of solutions can really make a big difference in how much you can store.
Give these a look:
- Custom-Fit Shelving: Get the most out of your space with shelves that are made just for your closet; perfect for getting organized in small spaces.
- Stack-It Bins: Make your closet better with bins that stack so you can get to things easily and store more.
- Super Hold Brackets: Put up your custom-fit shelves safely with brackets that can hold a lot of weight; they’ll keep everything steady.
7. Colors
Try using bright colors on the walls or shelves to make it lively. I once painted a client’s broom closet a fun color, and it made the space feel happy.
A few relevant products:
- Wall Pop: Make your broom closet fun with bright paint; it’ll add a cheerful touch right away.
- Rainbow Bins: Add some color and keep things in order with bins that are bright in your broom closet.
- Happy Hooks: Make it useful and stylish with hooks that are fun colors; they’re great for keeping your broom closet in order.
8. The Magic of Going Up
When you’re short on square footage, think vertical! Put up some wall-mounted hooks and racks so your brooms and mops aren’t taking up floor space. This not only saves room but also makes everything easy to grab. I’ve done this myself, and it makes such a difference!
A few suggestions:
- Broom Gripper: Make the most of your walls with these handy holders; keep brooms in their place and floors free of clutter.
- Handy Hook Rack: Get rid of closet chaos with a hook rack; great for hanging all kinds of cleaning tools without any trouble.
- Peg-It-All Organizer: Personalize your storage setup with a pegboard you can adjust; just right for making it your own.
9. Shelves That Move
Think about shelves that you can move in your broom closet to fit stuff of different sizes. Being able to adjust them lets you store cleaning fluids, towels, and even bigger things like vacuum cleaners without a problem. Personally, I think adjustable shelves are a total game changer for keeping things tidy.
Check these products out:
- Wire Wonder Shelves: Get the most out of your space with these wire shelves that move; great for all sorts of storage needs.
- Build-A-Shelf System: Give your closet a boost with a system that lets you change shelf heights to fit whatever you need.
- Closet Creator Kit: Turn your closet into something special with a kit that helps you make shelves just the way you want them.
10. Curtain Magic
Use a pretty curtain instead of a door to make it feel softer and more creative. This simple change made one client’s closet feel cozy and inviting.
Try these:
- Stylish Sheers: Change your closet with a curtain that looks good; it’ll make it feel cozy and welcoming.
- Tension Rod: Hang your curtain easily with a rod that you can adjust to fit just right.
- Curtain Holders: Hold your curtain neatly with holders that look good; they’ll add charm to your closet.
11. Wire Shelves
Wire shelves are great because they let air in and you can move them around; perfect for a broom closet. I’ve put these in homes where it’s important for air to flow around the things being stored.
Some ideas to consider:
- Wire Wonder Shelves: Keep your closet in order with wire shelves that you can adjust; they let you store all kinds of things.
- Wire Basket Set: Make things even more organized with wire baskets; great for storing small things in your broom closet.
- Wall-Mount Wires: Make the most of your space with wire shelves that stick to the wall; they’re easy to get to when you need supplies often.
12. A Pop of Color
Add some fun touches like containers in matching colors to make your broom closet look good. When I added some color to mine, it made the space feel more welcoming and less like a utility closet.
A few choices to try:
- Rainbow Bins: Organize your closet with colorful bins, adding some life and function to your space.
- Funky Floor Mats: Give your broom closet floor a makeover with a patterned mat for a touch of elegance.
- Charming Hooks: Add some style and usefulness with pretty wall hooks; great for hanging towels and accessories.
13. Pegboard Power
Put up pegboards for a storage option that you can change to fit your needs; it’s both useful and looks good. This has been a favorite of mine for people who like to have choices.
Maybe worth checking out:
- Hook-It Peg Set: Get the most out of your storage space with hooks that can move around to hold tools and accessories just right.
- Peg-A-Bin: Add some bins to your pegboard so you can easily get to small things and cleaning supplies.
- Shelf-It Peg Set: Add some extra shelves to your pegboard for showing off and keeping bigger things in order.
14. The Door’s Secret Power
Don’t forget about the back of the door! Put up some pocket things or racks to use that space wisely. When I’m designing, I often use this to help people store small things like brushes and gloves where they can easily reach them.
These products might help:
- Pocket Pal Organizer: Use every bit of door space by keeping brushes, gloves, and more in this useful pocket organizer.
- Door-Hanging Storage: Have your cleaning stuff right where you need it with this handy rack that hangs on the door.
- Shoe-In Organizer: This organizer isn’t just for shoes; use it to store smaller tools and accessories on your closet door too.
15. Basket Bliss
Use baskets or bins to keep small things together so it’s easier to find what you need and cut down on clutter. I really like using woven baskets to add a bit of rustic charm while keeping everything neat.
A few things you might like:
- Weave-It Baskets: Organize your closet with woven baskets for a touch of rustic charm and a space that’s free of clutter.
- Stack-A-Bin: Make the most of your space by stacking bins; keep your things neatly put away and easy to get to.
- Lidded Lock Boxes: Use containers with lids to keep things free of dust and looking tidy.
16. Small Stuff for Small Spots
Go for small gadgets like skinny vacuum cleaners or stepladders that fold up to save space. In my own little closet, these fit just right without taking up too much room.
Possibly helpful picks:
- SlimVac Cleaner: Get the most out of your closet with this slim vacuum that’s easy to store and works great.
- Fold-Away Ladder: Save space with a ladder that folds up; perfect for getting to those high spots in small areas.
- Mini-Clean Machine: Keep your closet in order and your floors spotless with this small carpet cleaner.
17. Labels for Easy Peasy
Putting labels on shelves and bins can turn your broom closet from messy to manageable. I’ve seen in my designs how something as simple as a label can save time and make it less annoying to find things.
You might give these a try:
- Chalk-It Labels: Get organized with style by using labels you can write on again and again for your bins and jars.
- Label-Pro Maker: Make your own labels for shelves and bins to keep your broom closet in tip-top shape.
- Quick Stick Labels: Save time with labels that are already printed for common household things; perfect for getting organized fast.
18. Magic Magnets
Put up a magnetic thing to hold metal tools and small things safely. This has helped my clients keep track of those little things that always seem to disappear.
Useful items to consider:
- Magna-Tool Holder: Keep your metal tools in order with this strong magnetic strip so everything is easy to reach.
- Wall-Mount Magnet: Keep metal things safe with this magnetic strip that sticks to the wall; great for small spaces.
- Magnet Organizer: Make your broom closet better with this magnetic strip that makes storing small things easy.
