Best Closet Organization Systems for Messy Kids

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed and irritated when you’re constantly battling your kid’s messy closet. Fortunately, custom closet organization systems bring chaos to order in a pinch.

From custom closets with adjustable shelves and drawers to built-in laundry hampers, closet organization systems make daily life easier, keep kids’ closets tidy, and teach valuable lifelong organization skills.

SpaceManager Closets has helped families increase storage space and organize their homes with innovative custom closet designs since 1997. We offer durable, adjustable storage solutions made to grow with your family.

In this article, we’ll cover the best closet systems for kids, including the importance of adjustability and helpful organizational accessories, so you are prepared to tackle your child’s messy closet.

Helpful Tips for Organizing Kids’ Closets

Investing in a custom kids’ closet system improves your family’s daily life. An organized closet can make all the difference when juggling busy mornings before school, multiple extracurricular activities, and maintaining a clean room. But not all closet organization systems are created equal.

Kids’ closet systems should be durable, safe, adjustable, and easy to clean. This means choosing organizational components made of high-quality materials that can support the weight of items, withstand daily life, and grow with your family. Here are a few helpful shopping tips for kids' closet systems and closet accessories: 

• Opt for adjustable systems that can be rearranged to meet your child's needs as they grow

• Hanging closet organization accessories can be added or removed as your child's storage needs change 

• Clear storage bins and containers enhance organization while keeping items accessible and easy to view

• Multi-section organizers are great tools for organizing folded items and keeping drawers tidy

• Choose closet accessories in bright colors and patterns that encourage kids to participate in clean up and foster healthy, lifelong organization habits

For custom kids’ closets, SpaceManager Closets recommends a floor-based closet system with adjustable features. Floor-based custom closet systems are safe for kids’ rooms because they’re extremely secure. These systems are attached to the wall studs and sit directly on the ground for a clean, streamlined look. This guarantees an equal distribution of weight, reducing the risk of shelving or hanging rods collapsing or sagging.

Why Kids’ Closets Should Be Adjustable

When considering adding storage and increasing organization in a kid’s closet, it’s crucial to be able to adjust shelving and hanging rods as they grow. A nursery closet has different needs than a teenager’s closet, and if the organization system is not flexible, you will end up spending more time and money in the long run on constant updates.

Free-standing modular closet systems, such as an IKEA wardrobe or dresser, are an inexpensive option for adding adjustable storage to kids’ closets. Modular closet systems are made of individual storage units called modules. These systems are cost-effective because they require assembly and have a less durable wood core, which can cause issues over time.

Modular units’ core wood materials are not as densely compressed as the core wood materials SpaceManager Closets uses in custom designs, which feature an industrial-grade thermally fused laminate (T.F.L.). This means modular units are vulnerable to moisture damage and humidity, which can cause finishes to crack, chip, and peel away from core materials over time. Because most modular units’ core materials are not densely compressed, they can collapse or tip over easily under the weight of belongings.

While modular units can be used in kids’ closets, we recommend hiring a professional to ensure they’re properly secured to walls to reduce safety risks. Be mindful of the modular unit’s weight restrictions to reduce the risk of shelving and hanging rods collapsing.

You can avoid surprise costs and ensure your storage needs are met by investing in a secure, adjustable custom kids’ closet from SpaceManager Closets. A custom closet helps keep kids’ rooms tidy by increasing functional storage and organization.

The Best Modular Closet Systems for Kids’ Rooms

Free-standing modular closet systems, such as an IKEA wardrobe or dresser, are an inexpensive option for adding adjustable storage to kids’ closets. Modular closet systems are made of individual storage units called modules. This gives you the freedom to customize a layout and select modules based on your storage needs; however, you are also limited to the precut size, which could be an issue in small or awkwardly shaped closets.

The best modular closet systems for kids’ rooms feature adjustable shelves and hanging rods, drawers for folded items, and shelf space to store baby supplies, toys, bags, shoes, and more.

It’s important to note that modular closet systems are cost-effective because they typically require assembly and have a less durable wood core. This matters in kids’ rooms because lower-quality materials can’t support heavy weight, a potential safety hazard, and are more likely to show signs of wear and tear from daily use.

Modular units’ core wood materials are not as densely compressed as the core wood materials SpaceManager Closets uses in custom designs, which feature an industrial-grade thermally fused laminate (T.F.L.). This means modular units are vulnerable to moisture damage and humidity, which can cause finishes to crack, chip, and peel away from core materials over time. Because most modular units’ core materials are not densely compressed, they can collapse or tip over easily under the weight of belongings.

While modular units can be used in kids’ closets, we recommend hiring a professional to ensure they’re properly secured to walls to reduce safety risks. Be mindful of the modular unit’s weight restrictions to reduce the risk of shelving and hanging rods collapsing.

Helpful Closet Organization Accessories for Kids

As mentioned earlier, hanging closet accessories are simple ways to increase storage and organization in messy kids’ rooms. These accessories create designated storage compartments and help teach lifelong organization skills.

• Hanging shelves come in a variety of sizes, from long and narrow to short and wide, to store items like sweaters, bags, and shoes. These organizers usually attach to closet rods, but also have over-the-door options. We recommend hanging organizers made of heavy-duty fabrics with reinforced hanging attachments for a secure fit.
• Shelf dividers are another helpful accessory that keeps closets tidy and organized. They’re often made with a heavy-duty acrylic and slip over the front of the shelf to create sections. Shelf dividers are adjustable and can be used to create spots for jeans, handbags, sweaters, hats, and more.
• Cube storage organizers are often found in kids’ playrooms and bedrooms, but they’re useful in closets, too. Cube storage organizers can be accessorized with fun storage bins to hold clothes, shoes, toys, and more. These organizers can be purchased online or in-store and assembled at home or built into a custom closet design for a seamless look. Cubbies can be used for storage with and without bins. As children mature, cubbies can be transitioned to display special items like sneakers, handbags, jewelry, and more.
• A divided laundry hamper helps teach kids where dirty clothes go and how to separate laundry. Laundry hampers with multiple sections are available online and in-store. SpaceManager Closets also offers tilt-out and pull-out built-in laundry hamper options with divided sections for custom closet designs. 

SpaceManger Closets has a range of built-in closet accessories and cube storage systems specifically designed for kids’ closets, including built-in toy boxes, pull-out wire baskets, drawer organizers, and more. 

Ready to Stop Battling Your Messy Kid’s Closet?

Now that you have a better understanding of the types of closet organization systems and closet accessories and why they work best in kids’ rooms, it’s time to see for yourself how your child’s messy closet can be transformed into a tidy and functional space.

Schedule your free consultation now with one of SpaceManager Closet’s expert design consultants to get the design process started. Our design consultants come to your home, listen to your concerns, and collect precise measurements that are used to create a custom 3D rendering of your closet. This way, you can fully envision your new space and be in total control of the design process.