Folding your towels and linens can be daunting. The thing is, folded sheets or towels will fit better in your Linen Cabinet than piled-up messes that waste space. And if you fold them well, you’ll also save yourself from having to re-fold them over and over again after every use. It’s all about folding them neatly and then storing them properly so they stay that way. I’ve put together some tips on how to organize a linen cabinet so all of your linens will stay neat, tidy, and within easy reach at all times!
Gather all of your linens together.
- Sort through your linen closet. This may sound like a lot of work, but it will save you time in the long run.
- Donate any linens that need to be laundered, such as pillowcases and sheets.
- Donate any damaged items, such as pillows with holes or worn-out towels.
- Donate any out-of-style items—if you don’t use them anymore, someone else might!
- Do some purging on the size side of things too: if something is too big for your needs (like a queen sheet set for a twin bed), get rid of it!
Group and label linens.
Group and label linens.
The best way to organize your linen closet is to group things together, then label each grouping with a marker or piece of tape so that you can quickly find what you’re looking for. For example, if you have multiple bath towels in different colors and sizes, it makes sense to group them by type (bath towels) and color (white). If they are all the same size but come in many colors, however, it might make more sense to group them by size instead of color; this will enable quicker access when putting away clean linens after use. You should also consider how often the items are used when thinking about their placement within the cabinet—for instance, hand towels can be placed closer at eye level because they’re accessed more frequently than washcloths or bathrobes could ever be used.
Invest in a folding system.
To keep your linens organized, invest in a folding system. Folding systems can be as simple as a hanger, shelf, or basket. This is one of the easiest ways to organize your linens because it allows you to see every item at once without needing any space-saving tricks like folding or rolling up things that won’t fit on shelves or drawers.
If you don’t want to spend money on shelving units but still want something sturdy and stable for hanging clothes, consider installing L-shaped hooks on the walls inside your linen closet. This method is great for keeping towels and robes off the floor while also freeing up space in drawers and cabinets by allowing some items—like sheets—to hang from their own hangers instead of being stored flatly like clothing items are more accustomed to (which means less wrinkling!).
Focus on folding.
Organizing your linen closet is about more than just throwing everything in a pile. You should focus on folding, especially when it comes to towels, sheets, and blankets. Folding your linens can save space and make them easy to find when you need them. Here’s how:
Washcloths, hand towels, and wash rags should all be folded into thirds, then rolled from the open end of the cloth onto itself until they are shaped like little tubes with no loose edges hanging out anywhere. Tuck in any loose edges inside this roll before putting it away so that it doesn’t unravel during storage or use later on (and trust me—you’ll want these clean!).
Towels can be folded into thirds as well if they’re small enough (e.g., bath towels), but if not then roll them up lengthwise instead since they’re usually too big for standard-sized hampers anyway! It’s best not to fold terry cloths because their thick texture makes them difficult to keep neat looking after being folded once or twice; instead, consider placing these items face down in bins where their softness won’t be so obvious when viewed from above but still keeps them protected from dirt particles which could cause damage over time if left unchecked due to lack of care taken by someone who didn’t realize how important keeping things clean really was until now . . .
Get organized, fast!
- Folding system: Linens are easily folded and stored in baskets, drawers, or bins. When it comes to the bedroom, they can be folded and placed on shelves or hung over the back of furniture.
- Label maker: Make sure you label all of your linen containers so that everyone knows which one is theirs when they need something. You can even use these labels as a cute decoration for your linen cabinet!
- Hamper: Another great way to keep things tidy is by creating a hamper in the laundry room with designated sections for each family member’s clothes (including socks, underwear, etc.). This will make it less likely for dirty items from being mixed up with clean ones causing confusion later on down the road when someone needs something quickly before work/school etc.
Use matching hampers for dirty clothes.
If you’ve got a linen closet, it’s important to remember that the place isn’t just for show. It needs to contain your laundry supplies and other home organization tools. One of these is a hamper.
A matching hamper can be placed in the bottom of your linen cabinet, or anywhere else in the bathroom that’s convenient for you. You’ll want to put it somewhere that won’t be in the way when others are trying to use the room—lest they trip over it!
You should also have more than one hamper available: one for dirty clothes and another for clean ones (you might even want several extra hampers if you do an awful lot of laundry).
Add more storage space.
If you have a linen cabinet with no shelves, your best bet is to add some. The easiest way to do this is by buying a shelf liner. This type of product usually comes in clear plastic that sits over the existing shelf, creating inexpensive and easy-to-install storage space without any tools necessary.
Another option is adding hanging bars (also called hanging rods). These are thin metal rods with holes for attaching hooks that can be hung from the top or side of your cabinet door(s) using screws or nails that come with it—no drilling required!
If you have some cash to spend and want something more substantial than plastic liners or metal bars, then consider purchasing dividers or baskets instead. These items will help keep things neat throughout their lifespan as they protect each piece from getting damaged while also making it easier to locate what you need when you need it most!
Conclusion
I hope this post has been useful for you and that your mind is spinning with ideas for how to get your linen cabinet organized! The process might seem overwhelming at first, but I promise it will be well worth the time and effort. And if you have any questions or need more ideas, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We’d love to help!