How to Declutter + Organize Your Drawers
With spring in full swing and summer just around the corner, now is the time to tackle some of the projects on your to-do list. One of those may be organizing your drawers. Luckily for you, we are experts at this and are here to give you the best tips and insight to organize your drawers in a functional and lasting way. Here are a few of the most important tips to remember when you get started:
4 tips to declutter + Organize your drawers
1. start with a blank canvas
Begin by removing EVERYTHING from your drawers. As you take items out, sort them based on product type. This allows you to visualize what you have. Next, declutter!! Get rid of as many items as possible! If you see a product you don’t absolutely love or find one collecting dust in the corner of your drawer, get rid of it! It may seem hard to let go in the moment, but you will definitely thank yourself later!
2. Measure for your drawer organizers
Measuring the inside of your drawer is crucial to ensure you don’t come home from the store to find that the organizers you bought are half an inch too long to fit in your drawer. IMPORTANT: measure the height of your drawer, too!
Bonus Tip: Assign a purpose to each drawer in your space before shopping. Make sure to take photos and note which types of items you have so you can map out a simple plan of what type of organizers you need. When choosing an organizing insert, The Container Store has a vast array of options, but if you’re looking for something a little more custom that will fit perfectly, reach out to HGO to learn more about our custom acrylic drawer organizers.
3. Use Museum gel to keep your organizers in place
We are OBSESSED with museum gel. This stuff is perfect for keeping every drawer organizer insert in place. As an added plus, it also protects the interior of your drawers from being scratched!
4. Group items by type
Once you’ve decluttered and your drawer organizers are in place, it’s time to start filling them! Begin by sorting your items into categories on a flat surface like a counter or tabletop. This gives you a clear view of what you have and helps prevent overstuffing. For a bathroom, categories might include everyday essentials, backup supplies, haircare, skincare, makeup, and more. Grouping items like this makes it easier to assign them to the right spot—and to keep things organized long term.
We hope this helps with your organizing journey! If you want to sit back, relax, and let HGO organize your drawers for you, reach out to us here to set up a completely free consultation!