Here is the reveal if you like to read the end of the book before the engaging plot!...
For more on the Before/During/After bits, read on!....
Before the Redo
The original closet (GAG!) we had was built by the builder.
Here is the before is in all of its embarrassing glory...
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Left side of closet |
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Right side of closet |
The closet is rectangle-sized (about 124 inches by 73 inches). As you can see, I had an old discount store shoe rank. My husband's side was cluttered with piles. His smalls (socks and what-nots) weren't even in the closet. They were stored in the bedroom in the tv cabinet. (I suppose men don't call them smalls, but whatever.) It had the blah globe light from the builder. You get it the picture.....basically, it was very normal, underachieving, mess-of-clutter closet. YUCK! .....until this project.
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Empty before |
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Empty before |
I designed a new layout for the closet and ordered it online from an assemble-on-your-own site. The reason I choose this closet company was: they cost alot less than the other closet companies of similar quality and I have used them before in a prior house several years ago and was happy with the results.
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The new paint color and hanging the vertical panels on the track |
Once we were able to refocus, we cleaned out the closet, found several things to donate to Goodwill, and repainted.

OOOW! Off topic.... I want to introduce you to my new friend...okay "toy" since "friend" makes me sound like a tool-obsessed woman. I got my "toy" for Christmas. I LOVE my impact driver! I LOVE the light it has to light the way! I LOVE the extra POWER! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE! It reminds me of my
Oh yeah, I know. Ignore the weird angle I'm holding the drill in this pic. The screw isn't lined up correctly. I'm multitasked challenged when trying to drill with my right and holding the camera the camera in my left.
While taking a break, here I am documenting what a mess the bathroom has become. {Sh-h-h.....I so love wearing a tool belt while drinking wine. What does that mean?}
Here are some shots of the progress....
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Left side, standing at the door |
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Left side, standing at the back of closet |
Again, the final results....
"Ah, ...that's not it"....Lessons Learned
We made a few errors in the installation along the way. Other than breaking the light bulb and the vacuum,...
Lesson 1) We were the dorks who did not have the right tool for the job. We needed to cut out the baseboard to allow the long panels to fit against the wall. We tried using a jigsaw and a chisel to cut it out, but it was very difficult. My husband ended up finding a very cool tool that is made to do the job (I don't remember what it is called, but it very cool, very easy to use, and I loved it!).
Lesson 2) One of the drawer stacks was not plumb, so we needed to cut out more baseboard and realign the stack (Sh-h-h, don't tell hub, but I think I mis-measured.)
Duh! Lesson learned to read the directions more closely. |
"Um, hon,...do we need this part?" |
Lesson 5) Crown molding is difficult to cut and neither of us had experience with it, so it was an adventure.The cut was close, but.... The closet company sent a Fil-Stik to fill the gaps.
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Before Fil-Stik |
After Fil-Stik...a Beaut! |
A few of my Fav Things ...
1) The new power tools (DUH!)
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Valet pole |
- The rounded corners on the half vertical panels, so when we bump our heads on the corner, we won't scream as loud. (This was an upgrade.)
- The full extension drawers (standard is 3/4 extension, so this was also an upgrade)
- The raised panel drawers (also an upgrade)
- The valet pole to plan outfits (an add-on).
- The new ceiling light! Good-bye weird builder ball thing and Hello Awesome-Vintage-Style light with an Edison bulb!
- The crown molding is the icing on the cake! Sweet! So worth the challenge!
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Raised panel drawers |

- We put the shoe stack to the back of the closet (I liked this so I can see my shoes straight on.)
- On the right side, we put a long section for dresses and my pants.
- Also on the right, is a drawer stack, shelves, and two sections of double hanging sections.
- On the left side, is another drawer stack, more shelves, and two more sections of double hanging sections.
- I still have room for my "lift spirits" inspriation board.
We love the closet. It turned out awesome! What a difference! We had some minor distractions and learning curves to over come, but it turned out perfect!
Again....Master Closet Before...
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Master Closet Redo - Before |
Master Closet - After...
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Master Closet Redo -After |
This was our first project of the new year. What projects do you have planned for 2012?
List of sources
Paint in Closet ~ Behr Beachwalk
Paint in Master Bath (seen in my toolbelt / wine pic) ~ Benjamin Moore Ripe Riesling
Cabinets ~ Easy Closets (easyclosets.com) (We found it on sale and with free shipping.)
Vintage-style light with Edison bulb ~ Lowes
Bench ~ Bed Bath and Beyond (about 5 years ago)
Baskets (black and white patterned and black and white hounds-tooth ) ~ Michaels at 50% off
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Wow! It turned out great! It's pretty and much more functional than before. I'm admittedly a bit jealous - we have a very small walk-in, and it would be great to someday have a space big enough for drawers.
ReplyDeleteI'm also not afraid to admit that I have no idea what "smalls" are, although I can guess! :)
Thank you, Laura!
DeleteThis closet is so organized and pretty. I want that!! I want pretty. I don't know if my closet is a big as yours, however I do think I could have this look. I really appreciate such detail on putting this together. It is a project that is down the line, but one day!!! Wonderful post :)
ReplyDeleteThank you for the awesome comment! We love how the closet turned out! It's not a big closet, but the design is really maximizing the space. The company we ordered from (easyclosets dot com) has a design tool on their site. I found it very helpful and easy to use!
DeleteYour closet looks pretty! I with I have one like this!
ReplyDeleteThank you! I'm glad you stopped by!
DeleteI love your closet redo and we are considering taking on a project like this. If you wouldn't mind sharing, I would really like to know the total cost of the project. If you would like to privately share you can email me at belletjh@yahoo.com. If not, no biggie :)
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Thank you, Michelle! I'm glad you liked it! I'll share the info.
DeleteWe found the shelving on sale and with free shipping.
Cost of the shelving and add-ons was about $2930 (not including paint, the new baseboard cutting tool, the new light, or the baskets). The cost could be reduced though if you excluded some of the upgrades we ordered.
Their website www.easyclosets.com has a design tool that you can put all of the details and accessories in and it will give you the cost. They also offer a free design review service if you want them to give you feedback on your design. It's pretty easy to use and I have been very happy with their customer service. I'm not affiliated with them in any way. I just like passing on good tips. :)
Let me know if you have anymore questions. Thanks for stopping by!
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It is awesome ! I have very little space in my room but I want to place walk-in closet please suggest me some idea.
ReplyDeleteThanks for commenting! I'm not familiar with their product, but their site looks great! Good luck with your closet project!
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