Lets talk Storage…..
Before you go out and buy a load of storage containers etc…..there are a few things that you need to do!
Firstly, its a good idea to go through everything so you know what sort of container, basket, draw unit, shelf unit etc you will be needing. Its no use going out and buying a load of storage units, only to find when you get home that they either don’t fit where you need them to or just aren’t right for what you need.
You also need to measure the amount of space that is avialiable for the containers etc to go in. I know normally especially if its a wardrobe, linen closet or wardrobe unit, I measure once everything is out. So you get a true measurement. Oh and don’t just measure from side to side and the base of the cupboard…..remember that a linen closet goes to the ceiling generally, as do wardrobes :o) and you want to know exactly how much room you have.
Once you have the measurement and an idea of the sort of containers you will need, go shopping.
If you have a lot of small fiddly bits in a particular room, tackle boxes are a great purchase. I have friends that use them as their sewing boxes, paint boxes, knick knack sorters.
Remember also that although its great to get things sorted into containers, it is also very easy to put things in containers and still not know what is where. So make sure when you start organizing your belongings that you keep it simple! Labeling is a great idea. And even, labeling the shelf that the container sits on is a good idea. If you have children and you want to make it easy for them to know what is in the containers, so they don’t start going through every single container every time, stick one of what ever is in the box for them to see. Makes it easy for them and you!
More later, have fun with this…
