The Essentials for Organizing (And Why You Can't Live Without Them)

The Essentials for Organizing (And Why You Can't Live Without Them)

CINCINNATI, May 8 /PRNewswire/ -- What if you could find an extra hour in your day? You can, by simply getting organized.

"On average, we lose an hour a day looking for misplaced items," said Liz Witts, professional organizer at Organized Living and organizational guru on HGTV's Mission: Organization. "Being organized is the key to saving time every day."

According to Witts, there are a few must-have solutions for getting your house - and your life - in order.

-- Clear Containers with Lids - Clear containers let you see items easily,
and you can stack them, which is a great space saver.
-- Label Maker - Labeling items helps you quickly find things and return
them where they belong.
-- Under the Bed Storage - Under the bed is prime real estate for storage.
Containers are a great solution under the bed, allowing you to store
items that aren't used often (Under the Bed Storage Box, $16.99,

http://www.organizedliving.com/)
-- Labeled File Folders and File Storage - Banish paper clutter with a
proper filing system. Give each document a specific place in your
filing cabinet to cut down on time spent searching.
-- Paper Shredder - If you don't file it, trash it. Protect yourself by
shredding documents that you don't need, but contain confidential
information.
-- Shelving - Shelving that attaches to the wall helps you store more in
less space. There are two types of shelving:
- Open - Open shelving lets you quickly see what you have and where
it's located.
- Closed - Closed shelving, such as cabinets and drawers, helps you
organize items that you don't need to see all the time, like
undergarments, socks or seasonal clothing.
-- Drawer Organizers - Divided compartments for drawers are great for
keeping smaller items organized (Expand-A-Drawer Junk Drawer Organizer,
$12.99, http://www.organizedliving.com/).
-- Open Bins/Baskets - This type of storage solution is great for easy
access to things. They're great in kids' rooms or play rooms for
storing toys.
-- Double Hang in the Closet - Stacking two areas of hanging space, one on
top of the other, creates double hang in a closet, which gives you
"double" the storage space to hang items.

"Another essential for organizing is the willingness to pitch things," Witts said. "It's nearly impossible to kick the clutter in your space if you don't get rid of some items. Remember, when in doubt, throw it out!"

For organization tips and storage solutions, or to purchase products online, visit http://www.organizedliving.com/.

Organized Living helps people organize their lives through exceptional products and services. From the closet to the kitchen to the garage, Organized Living offers high-quality, innovative storage and organization products that make everyday life easier.

Organized Living is a division of Cincinnati-based SCHULTE Corporation, a manufacturer of home storage and organization solutions for more than 85 years. In summer 2007, Organized Living will open a Retail Store and a Design Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. http://www.organizedliving.com/.

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NOTE TO EDITORS: Liz Witts is available for interviews. Color photography is also available.

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