How to prepare your home and get ready for a custom closet installation
Let’s face it. Cleaning out your closet isn’t fun unless you’re doing so to prepare for a custom closet installation, in which case the anticipation of the closet transformation to come can be enough to energize you for the task. At Inspired Closets, we’ll help you manage the preparation step ensuring your closet is ready for our team on installation day.
How to Declutter Before a Closet System Installation
The renovation of any room is a chance at a fresh start. A “clean slate” that represents an opportunity to establish new habits that make getting and staying organized easier. And your custom closet installation is no exception. The way you prepare is critical to how your new custom closet will function and how it will make you feel each time you move in and out of the space. This is why we recommend investing a little bit of time in decluttering and purging your belongings and giving your closet a deep clean. Doing so does require you to make decisions about what to do with your belongings. For some, engaging a professional organizer can be a tremendous help. For others, we offer guidance gained from years of helping clients prepare for a custom closet installation.
For every item that you touch, place it in a designated spot to either Keep, Donate, or Discard. Items you Keep are things that you wear regularly or simply love too much to Donate or Discard. Items you Donate are gently used and either haven’t been worn in a year or more, aren’t your size, or are things you just don’t like anymore. Items you Discard are in poor condition, torn, have a hole, or are stained. For the items designated as Keep, simply relocate these to another room during installation. We recognize that your other closets are likely full and that piles of clothes on a spare bed make getting ready for your day challenging. That’s why we offer garment racks that make it easy to access your belongings during installation.
Decluttering 101
For every item that you touch, place it in a designated spot to either:
KEEP
Items you Keep are things that you wear regularly or simply love too much to Donate or Discard.
DONATE
Items you Donate are gently used and either hasn’t been worn in a year or more, aren’t your size or are things you just don’t like anymore.
DISCARD
Items you Discard are in poor condition, torn, have a hole, or are stained.
For the items designated as Keep, simply relocate these to another room during installation. We recognize that your other closets are likely full and that piles of clothes on a spare bed make getting ready for your day challenging. That's why we offer garment racks that make it easy to access your belongings during installation.
How to Clean and Prepare for Closet Design Installation
Now that your belongings have been removed from your closet, it’s time to get the space ready for installation. Our team will manage the removal of your existing closet system and prepare your walls for your new closet system to be installed. If you are renovating the space with a fresh coat of paint or new flooring, both of these projects need to be completed before your installation date. We are happy to work around that schedule to make sure the time we spend working in your home does not conflict with any other necessary improvements to create a space we know you will love. Once these steps have been completed, we recommend that you give your empty closet a deep clean, scrubbing the baseboards, cleaning the walls, and making sure it’s in great shape for your new closet system installation.
What to Expect on Closet Installation Day
With decluttering, cleaning, and renovation complete, it’s time for your custom closet to be installed, and our goal is to make this step as easy as can be.
- On the morning of your installation, we will give you a call to confirm our arrival time.
- Once on-site, we will meet with you to review the space and explain how we will proceed with the installation.
- We will take extra care to respect your home, leaving it in the same clean condition that it was when we arrived.
- Before bringing any product into your home, we will protect your flooring and walls, wearing any necessary protective gear as well.
- We promise that you will find our workmanship and customer service are exemplary.
How can I have confidence that the installation day will be okay?
The excitement and confidence you feel on installation day are built throughout your custom closet journey as we work together in each step of our process. At Inspired Closets, we know that every client and every home is unique, which is why we are dedicated to creating a one-of-a-kind experience that not only meets your needs and wants but also exceeds your expectations. We lay this foundation during your initial design consultation, taking the time to get to know you and evaluate your space. Our proprietary software enables us to offer you a collaborative experience where you can see your design come to life and make changes in real-time so you’ll know exactly what it will look like once it’s installed. When you visit our showroom, you’ll be able to see and touch the product, making it clear you’ve made the right choice for your home and your family. When it’s finally time for installation day, you’ll be excited and ready to go. And once you see your home transformed, the real magic begins. Why? Because you’ll love your new custom closet so much you’ll wonder how you ever lived without it. And you’ll likely want to organize the rest of your home too. Don’t worry – it happens all the time! We would love to work with you now and in the future so give us a.
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What is a custom closet and why get one?
Our promise to you is a custom closet experience from beginning to end that leaves you feeling inspired. Custom means uniquely you, and for us, it’s not about creating a new space, but rather creating a uniquely you custom closet space that you’ll absolutely love. A custom closet that you’ll love for years to come. A closet system you’ll want to tell your best friend about. A custom closet you’ll want to show your sister over FaceTime, if necessary.
How much does a custom closet cost?
How much does a custom closet cost? It’s easily the most frequently asked question and the answer is: It depends – mostly on the size of the space and what we’re putting into that space. When considering a custom closet, the easiest way to think about cost is a simple phrase, “more product = more cost”.
Can I see my design before I purchase?
Yes, you can! Designing a closet is a process and we want to make sure that the final design is one you’ll love for years to come, which is why we use proprietary software that allows you to compare different designs with the click of a button. Wondering if you have enough drawers in your design? Swapping out a few shelves and replacing them with drawers is an easy change. Want to see an entire section change from long hang to double hang? Again, our design s...
How long does it take to install a custom closet?
For closet design and installation time, it all comes down to size. The larger the closet, the more opportunity for customization, and in turn, the more time it might take to design and install your custom closet. So while a reach-in closet can be as fast as half a day to a full day, a walk-in closet typically takes a day or two, and a room-size boutique closet can take three to four days to complete.
Can I adjust my closet after it’s installed?
Together we will design a space that can change with you over time, and that built-in flexibility is the key. Your custom solution is created uniquely for you, so we make sure we understand your needs from the start and design a space that will take care of those needs now and in the future. We want your final installation to feel like the rest of your home so we make sure to consider your interior design style while making recommendations.
What custom closet accessories make sense for me?
There’s nothing like adding that perfect piece of jewelry or scarf to your outfit to finish the look. And the same is true for your favorite handbag too. So we make finding all those accessories easy. Space-saving jewelry trays are an easy insert in any drawer and they are especially well placed in a custom closet with an island.
How do I organize my shoes?
No matter how big or small your home is, shoes present an organizational challenge. Most shoe racks, shoe shelves, and closet shoe organizers take a one-size-fits-all approach which can lead to disorganization and frustration. So we work with clients to relieve that frustration by creating closet shoe organization solutions to keep each pair organized.
What is my closet made of and how do I care for it?
When you decide to install a custom closet in your home, you are choosing to add a new structure that will be there for years to come. So it’s important to know what your custom closet materials are made of and how to care for them so that they will always have that same fresh look they had on installation day.
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