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A neglected linen closet is more than an untidy eyesore.
Save yourself the stress and mess with these tips to help youorganize your linen closetbeautifully and functionally.
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The Spruce / Leticia Almeida
Meet the Expert
Alisha Firestone-Whiteis the co-owner and housekeeper at Northwest Housekeeping in Salem, Oregon.
Some categories might include bedding, towels, and assorted products like excess toiletries.
Instead, search your home for under-utilized cubbies, boxes, and similar items.
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Consider which items you use the most and arrange your linens accordingly.
They can prevent bins and other containers from sliding around or tipping over easily.
Not to mention, shelf liners can add a fun pop of color or texture as well.
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Aim for Neutrals
Keep your color palette subdued for an easy way to avoid a chaotic closet.
Stick with neutral tones, such as grays and whites.
Natural materials like wicker andrattancomplement the calming aesthetic.
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Consider Storing Sheets in Sets
Store complete sets of sheets and pillowcases together.
“I prefer to keep all sets together,” Firestone-White says.
Arrange Pillows Vertically
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Arrange pillows vertically instead of stacking them.
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Roll Fabrics
Roll your sheets, towels, and blankets to store them instead of stacking them.
Alternate Storage Solutions
Consider attractive storage solutions fororganizing any closet, likewoven and wicker baskets.
Try incorporating some negative space in your design.
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Just because you have additional space in your linen closet doesn’t mean you oughta fill it.
Mix and Match
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Play around with your closet organization.
Some homeowners may prefer a minimal design with matching bins and labels.
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For others, stacks of mismatched towels and sheets may be more appealing.
“Every homeowner has a different preference,” Firestone-White says.
“Personally, I like to mix up colors for fun.”
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Experiment with options to find the solution that best fits your taste.
Incorporate Decor
Beautify your closet aesthetic with hardcover books, porcelain bowls, or decorative shelf liners.
Linen closets can be short on space but don’t have to be short on style.
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Find the sweet spot between pretty and practical.
The items you store will determine the distance between your linen closet shelves.
Your linen closet should ideally be placed in a central location like a hallway between bedrooms.
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