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So, you're finally getting around to cleaning your filled-to-the-brim linen closet, huh? Despite how much clutter you've stashed in there over the past few years, you can easily tackle any of these linen closet organization ideas as your next weekend project. Think: wire basket washcloth storage, extra over-the-door toiletry shelving, and more—along with how to arrange it all. No matter how large or small your linen closet is, check out how to restock in style with these closet organization ideas that recast bed-and-bath basics as a decadent experience. Learning how to organize a linen closet has never been easier. (And if you're in the mood to do other organization projects after, check out our pantry organization ideas and bathroom organization ideas too.)
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Use Baskets to Keep Necessities Out of Sight—Not Out of Mind
Simply Organized
Wire bins, especially ones with liners, organize and conceal cleaning supplies, toilet paper, and the like. Label each each basket to ensure that each container's contents are perfectly clear.
These nimble under-shelf bins will take advantage of linen closet space that's often wasted. Use it as a spot to store a stack of washcloths, hand towels, or extra pillowcases.
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Bundle Sheet Sets Together
Trevor Dixon
Pretty ribbon solves the lost pillowcase conundrum and offers a polished presentation. Metal labels separate the twins from the fulls and queens.
For a linen closet setup that's both organized and practical, stash your sheets and towels in Great Useful Stuff's collapsable labeled bins. The front flap folds down, meaning you can conveniently grab and go instead of digging around and messing up the pristine stack.
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Let Your Decorative Creativity Reign Free
Domestikated Life
Yep, your eye for design can even extend to your linen closet. To give the space even more of a facelift, consider adding decorative wallpaper—fit to match your storage containers, of course. You'll find yourself opening the door just to admire your work.
No more shelf space? No problem. Create your own with ClosetMaid's adjustable 8-tier door rack, perfect for any stray toiletries or cleaning products. Consider this your small closet saving grace.
Or, you can also cut back on valuable space by hanging chunky items—like your iron and ironing board, thanks to this hanging carry-all caddy.
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Corral Toiletries and Cleaning Products in Easy-to-Tote Storage
Clean Mama
An assortment of wire baskets and round trays will move from closet to bathroom or kitchen with grace, while glass jars present clothespins and scrubbing brushes in a luxurious way.
Since you're working in such a confined area, you may want to stick to a unified color palette. But you can also have fun experimenting with different hues and patterns for a mismatched-meets-orderly look.
It can be tough figuring out just how to stash them. Good thing, then, that The Land of Nod's iron drop-front basket snugly accommodates two standard pillows.
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Give Guests a Spot to Stash Dirty Laundry
The DIY Playbook
The charming answer to a guest's "Should I strip my bed?" question, this adorable two-part hamper provides subtle cues concerning the preferred place to leave used sheets and towels.
Rather than only folding and stacking your linen collection in a pile, roll up a row of towels to conserve space and add variety. You can even stow the bundle away in a bin of its own.
Blair Donovan is a staff writer for CountryLiving.com, where she covers everything from the latest Joanna Gaines and “The Voice” news to home décor, gardening, DIY, and entertaining. She’s previously written for Brides and Redbook.