Resolutions aren’t just for getting back on track with a healthy lifestyle. January is the perfect month hide indoors and tackle these DIY home organization projects that will maximize your home’s storage footprint and have you ready to take on 2018.
Kicking Kitchen Clutter To The Curb
Your kitchen is easily one of the most used rooms in your house, and can be the most messy. Our recommendation to maximize your storage space is cheap and simple – wire racking. These racks are a small cost with a big organizational impact. Plus, you can get them at wallet friendly places like Walmart and Dollarama.
You can use them to separate your salad plates from your dinner plates without sitting them directly onto one another. In the pantry, you can make your canned food and spices more accessible and eliminate the leaning tower of cans that will inevitably come tumbling down one day. Did you know that you can find racking that is specifically meant to organize all those sheet pans and cutting board? No need for the hefty price tag of a custom kitchen here, these organizers will separate your baking items and cutting boards by keeping them upright so that you can access them with ease.
Making The Most Of Your Closet Space
Let’s face it, closets that are overflowing with stuff aren’t really conducive to an organized, well-functioning home. Combat closet clutter by first going through and removing all items. This will force you to purge anything that doesn’t belong, or that you don’t actually need, and potentially uncover items that you’d been missing.
Before you put everything away, set out an organization plan and stick to it. This may involve purchasing a full closet organization system or creating your own using shelves, baskets, hooks, hanging organizers and more. When everything has a specific place, you’re more likely to put things back where they belong.
Remove The Madness From Your Mudroom Or Entryway
These access points are usually the last thing you see as you’re leaving the house for the day and the first to greet you when you come home, and unfortunately usually becomes the drop point for everything.
Make a statement with your mudroom by incorporating a storage bench that has just as much beauty as it does functionality. We promise you’ll be thankful to have a place to sit while putting on your boots and for somewhere to store your work bag or kids backpacks.
Ready to take your organization to the next level without sacrificing style? Create a DIY command centre. This can incorporate a calendar, your favourite piece of art and a message board. Plus, installing gorgeous floating shelves and decorative hooks will leave you with a dedicated and purposeful place for your mail, keys, coats and more.
Whether you’re looking to make your current home work better for you or a creative way to wow potential buyers – every house can benefit from creative DIY organization projects. Start with a vision, turn it into a plan and reap the benefits of a functional home all year long!