Choose The Right Height For Your Closet Rod With These Helpful Tips

If you have "create an organized closet" on your to-do list, you can probably close your eyes and picture the final result of your clothing lined up beautifully in neat rows. As you investigate the best way to organize your closet, the process often starts with making sure you have adequate space to hang everything. Simply installing an entirely new closet system can help you expand space. Or browse through things that you can get rid of to maximize your space.

But wait, what about the closet bar? Are you clueless about its height? An organized closet is a dream to browse through each day, but a closet rod at the wrong height can make sifting through your clothes a nightmare — or at least really tough! Everyone's needs in their closet can differ, and not every closet space is the same. You must be deliberate when you set up your closet rod, and setting it up at the wrong height can cause problems like wrinkled clothes or trouble accessing certain items. Need to revamp your current closet system for better access or to get ready to install a new closet system? Here's what you should keep in mind when installing the closet rod.

As you choose the right height for your closet rod, focus on the daily function of your closet. Begin by taking an inventory of all of the clothing you plan to hang. What will you store in the closet? Hanging dresses is much different than hanging jeans, as dresses can touch the floor if you have your closet rod too low. Closet design experts recommend you attach rods 30 to 40 inches from the floor for short items like skirts, blouses, and pants. A closet full of dresses might require a few more inches of clearance, such as 68 to 72 inches high. For the best results, don't try to guess. Instead, hold up your dresses to gauge the space needed. 

You also need to make sure you can actually reach the items you're hanging, so take your height into consideration. Don't set the closet bar so high that you find yourself standing on your toes to get to something. If setting up your child's closet, set the closet bar for their height, not your own. Lastly, step back and make sure your chosen height looks good aesthetically and works to help you organize your closet better. 

Also, don't forget to set the bar at the correct distance so that your hangers can accommodate your clothing without bending or scraping the wall. If it's too close to the wall, this can lead to wrinkled clothing.