Why Closet Drawers are Always a Good Idea
Closet drawers make a world of difference in your custom closet design. We recommend them for closets of every size and budget.
Here are our top tips for incorporating drawers into your custom closet design:
1. Use Drawers to Meet Your Specific Storage Needs
Our clients request closet drawers for many different uses. Drawer dividers are a huge help—ask us about options during your Free Consultation and 3-D Closet Design.
One of the most creative drawers I've seen is a dedicated space for emptying your pockets. The wallet, keys and change drawer is a major clutter buster and can help keep the peace in a shared closet.
Here's another option from our TAG Hardware line. The jewelry tray on this low-profile drawer is removable.
Our scoop front tie drawer is another way to streamline your closet.
2. Personalize Your Jewelry Storage
A velvet lined jewelry drawer can permanently solve chronic (and common) chaos in your jewelry collection. Store your jewelry between waist and chest height so you can see what you have and wear more of it.
A built-in closet vanity is a great way to achieve this. To get the most enjoyment from this feature, be sure to uncollect items you no longer wear.
Below is a beautiful example of a custom closet organizer with well-planned jewelry storage. This client chose a simple scoop front drawer to keep her jewelry and accessories clean and organized. I love how this seemingly basic detail packs so much functionality and aesthetic value.
3. Use Drawers to Create Balance
Many of our clients want closets that look and feel like a boutique, not unlike the project above. Achieving this level of chic means being selective with what you display.
Imagine the closet below without the built-in drawer system. With every item on open shelving, it might feel chaotic. The impeccable organization might also be quite difficult to maintain. Built-in closet drawers break up the visual field and create balance and options.
Here's a more modern example with a discreet built-in laundry hamper in the lower left.
4. Maximize Drawer Space with a Closet Island
When space allows, a custom closet island is a great way to maximize drawer storage. Closet islands have so many uses: folding and sorting laundry, wrapping gifts, packing and unpacking luggage, planning outfits and more.
5. Ask for Soft Close Drawer Hardware
Soft close drawer slides feel great to use and help keep your closet looking tidy with a gentle push. All standard drawer hardware by Closets of Tulsa is full extension, which means you can open your drawers completely. (You'll never have to reach into the shadows to see what's at the back.)
Closet elements in our TAG Hardware line come standard with soft close drawer slides. For all other drawers, upgrade to soft close drawer slides to enjoy the benefit of full extension, plus added comfort and ease of use.
Here’s a standard drawer in action:
Here’s a soft close drawer from our TAG Hardware line:
6. Customize Your Closet Drawers
Your custom closet is a quality-of-life investment with a lifetime guarantee; it's worthwhile to choose a look you'll love long-term. Closets of Tulsa allows you to customize your closet design to your taste and budget:
Custom depths and sizes
Velvet lining for ANY DRAWER
Drawer dividers
Drawer organizer trays
Custom Drawer hardware
Scoop front drawers for easy opening
Soft close drawer slides
Custom colors and styles
See our full line of cabinet styles and finishes here.
One of my favorite options is the pillow top drawer front. The crisp edges and smooth finish create a fresh, sophisticated look with a touch of glamour. Here's a fabulous example from a custom closet with a vaulted ceiling.