Organizing Tip #4 Not All Containers are Created Equal
General Container Considerations:
- In most areas I use clear containers. I like the look of the baskets and cloth containers, but they’re for style more than function and if you’re organizing a cupboard or closet, it just makes more sense to be able to see what’s inside at a glance,especially when they’re behind a door most of the time.
- I usually use them with no lids on. For regular use, it’s just easier to pull the container forward and select what I want. It takes more time if I have to open a lid and if my hands are full, I may not be able to open it one handed or I may drop the lid while selecting the item I want.
- Containers with handles are best for things that are used in groups and items that need to be moved to the area where they will be used. I use them most on my toy shelves. For anyone who hasn’t seen my system, I keep most of my kid’s toys locked up in a closet and my kids are required to clean up the last toy that they used before getting a new one. The handles allow the child to easily carry the toys to the area in which they want to play.