Keep Linen Closet Clutter At Bay With An Unexpected Dollar Tree Must-Have

It's absolutely astonishing how much clutter can build up in the linen closet. Cleaning supplies, extra soap and toilet paper, and beauty and hair care products all seem to get stashed away in there. Add to that the extra linens themselves, which are usually in a jumble as well. Previously, we've offered tips for making the most out of your small linen closet. Ideas include shedding old sheets and towels, folding what's left neatly, and storing everything in piles that work for you. However, there's also another way to give your linen closet an upgrade that will provide you with a tidier space: use the Small Book Bins from Dollar Tree.

We find that stacking sheets and towels is often the easiest part of keeping linen closet clutter at bay. It's typically the smaller items that end up in an unorganized tangle. So, we were delighted when we came across these Dollar Tree book bins that will help clear the clutter. These organizational products come in white and black and are usually found in the school supply section. Furthermore, if you prefer colorful organizers, this retailer also offers the Plastic Book Bins in brighter colors. No matter what colors you choose, these bins are narrow but deep. Listed at $1.25 each, you can afford an entire shelf of these bins, sorting lotions from hair care and beauty items from cleaning products.

One of the things we love about these bins is that they can be used on their own. Fill your shelf by lining up the bins shoulder to shoulder like books, and pull them out like vertical mini drawers to find what you need. Plan on completely extracting them from the closet when using the items inside, especially if they are lined up on a shelf above your head. These bins can also be used inside a larger bin or basket to keep items safe from being knocked over by a pile of sheets or towels. For instance, you could place them inside a Dollar Tree stackable container on a shelf or on the floor of your closet. You can also stack them on top of each other horizontally on their sides to organize your washcloths, towels, and small tubes and jars. The advantage to this arrangement is that you can see everything inside the bins at a glance.

Additionally, you can totally make your linen closet your own by personalizing your bins with stickers, tags, or markers, organizing your bins your way. Write labels on tape or print out uniform ones with your label maker. Just think — you'll never have to rummage around for hair care, nail care, or cleaning supplies again. And for more inspiration, we have some additional ideas for decluttering and reorganizing your linen closet to make this space as orderly as possible.