Remove those Awkward Closet Doors!

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While today's new homes are being built with ample closet space and much more efficient designs, older closets can often be tricky to organize and maintain. I have found that one of the simplest ways to make a closet more useful, especially for kids, is to simply remove the doors.

You can certainly keep the doors and store them away in case you would later want to put them back up for yourself or to sell your home. But I encourage you to try removing the doors while you organize your closet and leave them off to see how much easier it is to maintain that organization. An open closet is one that is much easier to use and can also be more stylish and appealing.

Bi-fold and sliding closet doors have a way of hiding extra space in a closet, making it difficult to access. By removing the doors, you open up the entire closet, making more room for you wardrobe. Leaving it open will also encourage you or your children to keep their closets neater.

If you would like the option to occasionally hide your closet's contents from view, consider installing a curtain rod and curtain that can easily be pulled aside to access the interior.

* Fun Tip: Painting the inside of the closet in a different color from the walls around it will make the space even more eye-catching and decorative. Giving a closet its own unique and special touches will encourage your kids to make the most of their fun new space!