Choosing the Right Fittings for Your Closet

Equipping your closet with the right fittings.

Many closets, especially in older homes, consist of a single pole for hanging your clothes and a single shelf above it. Indeed, even today, unless you specify to your building contractor to go beyond the basic pole and shelf closet, that is what you will get. This, of course, is the cheapest way to go. [...]

The Right Light for Your Closet

Installing the proper lighting system for your closet.

The insides of closets are typically dark places that need to be lighted. This is especially true for small reach-in closets, but even large walk-in types also need lights.  While some may have windows, these are often placed high up on the wall. On top of this, they are usually constructed small so as not [...]

Different Kinds of Sliding Closet Doors

The various types of sliding closet doors.

Sliding closet doors are a popular choice among many homeowners, not only because they are space savers, but also because of their aesthetic appeal. They come in various styles and colors, and they can also be made out of different materials. This, of course, gives you plenty of options should you want to install sliding [...]

Bi-fold or Sliding Doors for Your Closet

Bi-fold versus sliding doors for your closet.

Many closets, especially large closets and those in bedrooms that are challenged for space, use either bi-fold or sliding doors. Both doors do not require a large space before them, and both also feature many fine and interesting designs and finishes that choosing which of the two to use for your closet can be a [...]

Hanging Versus Folding

Should you hang or fold your clothes?

For many people, hanging clothes, rather than folding them, is easier and faster. When folding, you need to lay the shirt neatly on a flat surface making sure to minimize creases as you double one end over the other. Hanging, on the other hand, only requires you to insert the hanger into the neck opening [...]

De-cluttering Closets

How to keep your closet uncluttered.

The most common problem with bedroom closets is that they are almost always filled to capacity making them look cluttered and overstuffed. This, however, is not insurmountable. All it takes is a little diligence. And perhaps a tiny bit of emotional strength. Closets fill up because we tend to accumulate clothes over the years, and [...]

Storage Ideas for Dorm Rooms

Maximizing storage space in a dorm room.

For many young men and women, going to college involves living in a dorm room. While these rooms may vary in terms of amenities and the number of occupants, they typically have a limited floor area. This makes organizing their clothes, books and papers, computer, and perhaps a coffeemaker or microwave oven a special challenge. [...]

CraftMaster Green Doors

CraftMaster Green Doors for a better environment.

CraftMaster manufactures interior doors of various designs such as molded, stile and rail, and flush doors. They also come in various colors and styles, thus offering a wide variety from which you can choose from. Of note, however, is a class of their molded doors that has been dubbed CraftMaster Green Doors. As their name [...]

Armoires, Closets, Wardrobes, Etcetera

The differences among armoires, closets, wardrobes, and others.

The names we give our clothes storage facilities can sometimes be confusing. We have armoires, closets, wardrobes, cabinets, cupboards, bureaus, or dressers. It doesn’t help that the Americans and English do not use the terms to mean the same things, or at least include other meanings. A closet, in American usage, usually means an enclosed [...]

CraftMaster Textured Bifold Doors

CraftMaster textured bifold closet doors.

Closets do not only consist of the shelves, drawers, and hanging rods for you clothing and accessories. Closets begin right at their door. While some are happy with open closets, the design is not exactly the best way to protect your clothes from dust and dirt. And if you want a neat and uncluttered look [...]