Frequently Asked Questions

How do I organize my drawers?
How do I organize my drawers?
10 Easy Tips to Organize Your Dresser
  1. Start With Empty Drawers.
  2. Declutter Your Dresser.
  3. Group Items by Category—and Beyond.
  4. Don't Fold Bulky Items.
  5. Use Organizers to Separate Small Items.
  6. Keep the Top of the Dresser Neat Too.
  7. Take Advantage of Extra Drawer Space.
  8. Differentiate Your Drawers.
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How do you make drawers for dividers?
How do you make drawers for dividers?
How do you organize a sock drawer?
How do you organize a sock drawer?
Place your socks in rows to fit in small drawers.
If you have a small drawer and your socks easily fill it, you can just start placing your folded socks directly into the drawer in neat rows. Set them in the drawer so that the edge of the fold is shown, and place them in the drawer according to their grouping.
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What clothes go in drawers?
What clothes go in drawers?
Generally you will have delicates, pajamas, casual shirts, dress shirts, casual pants, dress pants, heavy sweaters and light sweaters. Pants should really be stored separately, as should sweaters, so try to set aside a drawer just for these items. Generally, these items can be split very nicely between four drawers.
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How does Marie Kondo fold?
How does Marie Kondo fold?
How do you make a drawer slide?
How do you make a drawer slide?
Here are two tips for getting your drawers sliding as smooth as butter. Rub paraffin on the meeting parts of drawers to keep them working smoothly. You'll find paraffin with the canning supplies in your local grocery store. In a pinch you can also use candles, bar soap or even dry spray lubricant.
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How do you get drawers out?
How do you get drawers out?
How to Remove a Drawer With Metal Slides
  1. Open the drawer as normal. Remove all the contents from the drawer
  2. Pull the drawer out all the way
  3. Grab the drawer on both sides near the back of the drawer, if you have a single stationary slide on the drawer sides
  4. Search for a lever or push tab on the movable slide, if you have slides that move with the drawer.
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How do you open a stuck drawer?
How do you open a stuck drawer?
How to Get Any Drawer Unstuck
  1. Try to open the stuck drawer as far as you can
  2. Work the blade of a putty knife between the drawer and the frame
  3. Open the stuck drawer a few inches, or as much as possible
  4. Tap the drawer lightly, using your hand, until the drawer is back on track, or jiggle it gently to work it back on track.
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How do you roll socks?
How do you roll socks?
Place socks directly on top of each other. Roll socks from the bottom up, until you've reached the top. Once rolled up, hold the inside of the outside sock. Pull the outside edge, while still holding the inside, and pull it around.
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How do you organize tights in a drawer?
How do you organize tights in a drawer?
Keep your tights neatly organized in your drawer by gently rolling them. First, fold your tights in half lengthways. Then, starting from the toe towards the waistband, roll them up until there's nothing left to roll.
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How do you keep socks in pairs?
How do you keep socks in pairs?
Keep Your Socks Together When Washing and Drying
The best way to ensure they stay in pairs is to pin them together. Safety pins and binder clips both work well, but if you haven't any to work with you can just roll the sleeve of one sock over the other like you would when folding.
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Does rolling clothes save space in drawers?
Does rolling clothes save space in drawers?
Rolling your clothes is the most space-saving option, but you won't necessarily be able to keep your outfits organized together with this method. Folding clothes together is more natural and logical, but it's not as space efficient. Bundling works, but it's a pain to get specific pieces of clothes out.
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How can I put more clothes in my closet?
How can I put more clothes in my closet?
Here are some quick tips for re-training yourself to be comfortable with organization.
  1. 1. Make It a Daily Habit
  2. Allow Yourself to Mess Up
  3. Provide a Home for Everything
  4. Let Yourself Experiment
  5. Add an Extender Rod to Double Your Hanging Space
  6. Invest in a Rolling Clothing Rack
  7. Organize Your Shelves With Shelf Dividers.
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What to hang and what to put in drawers?
What to hang and what to put in drawers?
What to hang:
  1. Dresses. Slinky silk dresses should be hung on a padded hanger, and lightweight gowns should be hung up by their loops.
  2. Blouses. Be sure to keep the top button closed when hanging a button-up to keep the collar intact.
  3. Trousers and dress pants
  4. Jackets, blazers, and coats
  5. Skirts
  6. Scarves
  7. What to fold:
  8. T-shirts.
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What is KonMari checklist?
What is KonMari checklist?
The KonMari method is a system of simplifying and organizing your home by getting rid of physical items that do not bring joy into your life. It was created by organizing consultant Marie Kondo and described in detail in her best-selling book The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up.
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How does Marie Kondo way fold skirts?
How does Marie Kondo way fold skirts?
How to fold skirts with the KonMari method:
  1. Place the skirt flat, zipper up.
  2. Fold 1/3 towards the center, with the zipper on the inside.
  3. Fold the other 1/3 towards the center (you should have a long rectangle)
  4. Fold hem towards waist by 1/3 (leave a small gap)
  5. Fold by 1/3 a final time.
  6. Store skirt vertically.
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How do you fold clothes quickly?
How do you fold clothes quickly?
How do you fix an old drawer?
How do you fix an old drawer?
How do you fix a drawer slide?
How do you fix a drawer slide?
How do I make my metal drawers slide smoothly?
How do I make my metal drawers slide smoothly?
Lubricating metal and ball-bearing drawer slides
  1. Remove the drawer. To do so, carefully pull it straight out to slide it off of the runners
  2. Use a damp cloth to clean the area you're preparing to lubricate
  3. Apply the lubricant on the runners
  4. Clean up any excess lubricant.
  5. Put the drawer back on the runners.
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How do you remove a self closing drawer?
How do you remove a self closing drawer?
How to Remove Drawers With Self-Closing Glides
  1. Open the drawer and pull out as far as possible
  2. Look on the side of the drawer glides for retention screws or clips
  3. Make sure the drawer is extended to the fully open position
  4. While lifting the front of the drawer, pull it forward
  5. Once the back of the drawer has cleared the cabinet, lift it off the tracks.
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How do you remove a Hettich drawer?
How do you remove a Hettich drawer?
Press button on both sides in unison and pull front to remove. DRAWER INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL: The drawer is fitted simply by pulling out drawer runners, positioning drawer on the runners and pushing it into place. It is automatically connected to the runner by two catches.
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How do you take out a dresser drawer?
How do you take out a dresser drawer?
Some dresser drawers come out easily.
  1. Pull the dresser drawer out half way. Remove any of the items in the drawer.
  2. Try to pull the drawer all the way out, slowly
  3. Stand to the right side of the dresser, facing it, and pull the drawer out as far as it will go
  4. Push the latch inward, toward the track, to release it.
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How do you unlock a lost filing cabinet key?
How do you unlock a lost filing cabinet key?
Steps
  1. Straighten out a paperclip but leave one of the ends bent
  2. Insert the curved end of the paperclip into the keyhole
  3. Turn the clip from left to right to find the correct unlock position
  4. Turn your paperclip the correct way to unlock the filing cabinet
  5. Pull on the handle to open your filing cabinet.
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How do you fix a file cabinet drawer that is stuck?
How do you fix a file cabinet drawer that is stuck?
How do you open a locked filing cabinet?
How do you open a locked filing cabinet?
How to Unlock a Broken File Cabinet Lock
  1. Place a 1/8-inch drill bit into your hand drill and place the tip of the drill bit on the center of the keyhole on the lock.
  2. Drill a hole straight through the lock
  3. Place the blade of a screwdriver into the hole and attempt to turn the lock counterclockwise.
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How do you roll T shirts?
How do you roll T shirts?
  1. Step 1: Lay T-Shirt on Flat Surface, Front Side Up
  2. Step 2: Fold Bottom of Shirt Upward to Create a 3'' Cuff
  3. Step 3: Fold Shirt Horizontally in Half to Check Back of Cuff, Then Undo Fold
  4. Step 4: Fold Left Side Over Shirt 1/3 of the Way
  5. Step 5: Fold Left Sleeve Over Itself
  6. Step 6: Fold Right Side of Shirt Over Left Fold.
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How do you fold a shirt for travel?
How do you fold a shirt for travel?
Follow These Steps
  1. Lay the shirt flat, making sure it's buttoned up. Fully buttoning the shirt will ensure a tight, wrinkle-free fold.
  2. Fold the sleeves to the middle of the back. Fold in each sleeve horizontally, so that the cuffs cross over the middle of the back
  3. Fold the sides to the middle
  4. Fold in half lengthwise.
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How do I stop getting runs in tights?
How do I stop getting runs in tights?
Part 3 Preventing Larger Runs
  1. Apply clear nail polish. Remove hosiery that already has a small run or snag as soon as possible
  2. Spray on a small amount of hairspray. Apply hairspray to the beginning of a run to keep it from spreading any wider
  3. Use Wite-Out
  4. Trim excess fibers
  5. Cut up tights that are beyond repair.
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How do you store stockings in drawers?
How do you store stockings in drawers?
When you store the stockings in your drawer, arrange them on end so that the swirl is visible. If you are storing them in plastic drawers, I recommend putting them into a cardboard box first, so that they don't slip and unroll, and putting the box into the drawer.
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How do you take care of tights?
How do you take care of tights?
How To Take Care of Your Tights
  1. Always turn them backward to keep print safe during the cleaning process
  2. Use cold water and a gentle soap for delicate clothing.
  3. Gently, wash with your hands making sure of not scrubbing too hard.
  4. Rinse under cold water.
  5. Hang to dry!
  6. Pssssst, last but not least: Our tights don't like velcro.
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Why do socks get lost in the dryer?
Why do socks get lost in the dryer?
When the machine is spinning at very high speeds, socks could slip through a hole or slit in the gasket and get trapped in the space below the metal washing basket This could lead to disappearing socks as well as water leaks.”
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How do you keep socks looking brand new?
How do you keep socks looking brand new?
Steps
  1. Use cold machine wash in mild detergent (30 degrees Celsius).
  2. For antibacterial socks and odor control socks, do not bleach or use harsh chemicals.
  3. Do not wring dry, just squeeze them, and hang them to dry.
  4. Do not dry clean.
  5. Do not iron.
  6. Always keep your socks in pairs (rolled or folded in a separate draw).
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Why do socks go missing in the wash?
Why do socks go missing in the wash?
During the wash, socks creep into the yawning abysses of the laundry drum. The heat and the rotations separate the clothes and cause them to disappear into the wastewater hose. But not all socks go missing in the washing machine: some pine away behind radiators, get jammed between furniture or slide under the bed.
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Is rolling better than folding?
Is rolling better than folding?
Rolling is great for T-shirts, pants, casual dresses, swimsuits, and pajamas, but not so good for bulky clothes, like sweaters. They can take up more space when rolled versus folded. It's harder to roll button-up shirts, and rolling is more likely to cause creases in them because the fabric gets bunched up as it rolls.
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Should you fold or roll clothes?
Should you fold or roll clothes?
Folding clothes is the quickest way to pack and is preferred over rolling for items that easily wrinkle such as a cotton button-down shirt or linen. Fold items along their existing creases.
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How do you fold clothes to save space?
How do you fold clothes to save space?
How to Fold Clothes to Save Space
  1. Take one side of the shirt and fold it in toward the center.
  2. Fold the sleeve back away from the center of the shirt.
  3. If you're folding a long-sleeve tee, fold the sleeve again down toward the shirt's bottom hem
  4. Repeat on the other side of the shirt.
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How do I maximize a small closet?
How do I maximize a small closet?
How to Maximize Your Closet Space
  1. Throw Out Clothes That Don't Fit
  2. Remove the Clutter
  3. Remember the Floor Space
  4. Add Lighting
  5. Make Use of the Upper Shelf
  6. Hang a Mirror or Two
  7. Paint It a Lighter Color
  8. Don't Count Out Corners.
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What is the best way to organize your closet?
What is the best way to organize your closet?
  1. Declutter your clothes by category. Flickr/CGPGrey
  2. Empty and clean your closet
  3. Design your ideal closet space
  4. Store your clothes by category
  5. Hang anything delicate, fancy, or sturdy
  6. Use coordinating hangers
  7. Stack thick items like denim and sweaters
  8. Roll t-shirts, pajamas, and workout clothes into storage boxes.
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How do you arrange clothes in a small wardrobe?
How do you arrange clothes in a small wardrobe?
What clothes should be folded?
What clothes should be folded?
Storing Your Clothes: Fold Vs. Hang
  • Hang or Fold
  • Material: Delicate materials that are prone to wrinkling should be hung (silk, satin, lace); materials that are often starched should be hung (cotton dress shirts, etc.); slinky, stretchy materials (lycra, jersey, etc.) should be folded to keep from stretching out; most knitwear should also be folded.
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What clothes to store in drawers?
What clothes to store in drawers?
Generally you will have delicates, pajamas, casual shirts, dress shirts, casual pants, dress pants, heavy sweaters and light sweaters. Pants should really be stored separately, as should sweaters, so try to set aside a drawer just for these items. Generally, these items can be split very nicely between four drawers.
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Should you hang jeans?
Should you hang jeans?
No worries — you can totally hang jeans, too. Just make sure by hanging your jeans and heavy pants, you aren't losing closet space to the things you actually need to hang, like dresses, skirts, jackets, dress pants/trousers, anything silk, and blouses. So whichever way you've been doing it, you're good to keep it up!
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How do you declutter checklist?
How do you declutter checklist?
Decluttering Your Home Checklist – Get Organized Before a Move
  1. Set a Declutter Deadline:
  2. Start by Making it Worse:
  3. Apply the trash bag rule to effectively declutter your house
  4. Keep Items that Spark Joy:
  5. Keep the Emotion, Not the Gift:
  6. Declutter, divide and conquer… and set a timer
  7. The Ultimate Declutter Your Home Hack: The 12-12-12 Challenge.
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What are the KonMari categories?
What are the KonMari categories?
KonMari Method Step #1: Discarding by category comes first.
Categories (in order): Clothes first, then books, papers, komono (miscellany), and lastly, mementos.
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How do I prepare for KonMari?
How do I prepare for KonMari?
How to Prepare for Your First KonMari Tidying Lesson
  1. DO NOT TIDY AHEAD OF TIME. I cannot emphasize this enough!
  2. REDUCE POTENTIAL DISTRACTIONS
  3. GATHER CLOTHING STORED INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF YOUR HOME
  4. FINISH LAUNDRY; FOLDING IS OPTIONAL
  5. SET ASIDE YOUR UNMENTIONABLES
  6. VISUALIZE YOUR IDEAL LIFESTYLE
  7. BREATHE AND SMILE.
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How do you fold clothes for KonMari?
How do you fold clothes for KonMari?
Folding Tees
  1. Lay tee down flat in front of you.
  2. Fold in the right side with the sleeve flat.
  3. Fold back the sleeve half way.
  4. Fold over the left side and repeat the sleeve fold so you're left with a rectangle.
  5. Fold in the neckline an inch or so away from the hem.
  6. Fold halfway.
  7. Fold in half again so it stands upright.
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How does Marie Kondo fold long skirts?
How does Marie Kondo fold long skirts?
How to fold skirts with the KonMari method:
  1. Place the skirt flat, zipper up.
  2. Fold 1/3 towards the center, with the zipper on the inside.
  3. Fold the other 1/3 towards the center (you should have a long rectangle)
  4. Fold hem towards waist by 1/3 (leave a small gap)
  5. Fold by 1/3 a final time.
  6. Store skirt vertically.
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How does Marie Kondo fold hoodies?
How does Marie Kondo fold hoodies?
Here's how Marie Kondo prefers to fold pants in a dresser.
  1. Lay your jeans down flat with the buttons facing up.
  2. Fold the left leg on top of the right.
  3. Fold the crotch in.
  4. At the ankles, fold inward once, stopping at the crotch.
  5. Fold inward from the bottom (in that same “rolling” notion) until it stands.
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How do you fold clothes in seconds?
How do you fold clothes in seconds?
How do you fold clothes in 2 seconds?
How do you fold clothes in 2 seconds?
How do you fold a shirt easy?
How do you fold a shirt easy?
  1. Step 1: Lay Shirt on Flat Surface Face Up
  2. Step 2: Orient Shirt Horizontally With Left Sleeve Facing Toward You
  3. Step 3: Pinch the Right Shoulder Seam Half Way Between Collar and Sleeve With Right Hand
  4. Step 4: Pinch Middle of Shirt in Line With Left Hand
  5. Step 5: Fold Shirt in Half by Crossing Right Hand Over Left.
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How do you fix a wooden drawer that is hard to open?
How do you fix a wooden drawer that is hard to open?
Apply nylon tape
Rub paraffin on the meeting parts of drawers to keep them working smoothly. You'll find paraffin with the canning supplies in your local grocery store. In a pinch you can also use candles, bar soap or even dry spray lubricant.
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How do you fix a broken drawer runner?
How do you fix a broken drawer runner?
How do you fix an old drawer slide?
How do you fix an old drawer slide?
How do you fix a ball bearing drawer slide?
How do you fix a ball bearing drawer slide?
How do you remove a self closing drawer?
How do you remove a self closing drawer?
How to Remove Drawers With Self-Closing Glides
  1. Open the drawer and pull out as far as possible
  2. Look on the side of the drawer glides for retention screws or clips
  3. Make sure the drawer is extended to the fully open position
  4. While lifting the front of the drawer, pull it forward
  5. Once the back of the drawer has cleared the cabinet, lift it off the tracks.
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How do drawer slides work?
How do drawer slides work?
Drawer slides have two mating pieces. The drawer profile attaches to the drawer and slides into or rests on the cabinet profile, which attaches to the cabinet. Ball bearings or nylon rollers allow the parts to move smoothly past each other.
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How do you lubricate drawer glides?
How do you lubricate drawer glides?
Lubricating metal and ball-bearing drawer slides
  1. Remove the drawer. To do so, carefully pull it straight out to slide it off of the runners
  2. Use a damp cloth to clean the area you're preparing to lubricate
  3. Apply the lubricant on the runners
  4. Clean up any excess lubricant.
  5. Put the drawer back on the runners.
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Can I use silicone spray on wood?
Can I use silicone spray on wood?
A dry silicone spray lube is fine for bare wood applications. If you apply the spray to a cloth then wipe it on the binding surfaces, you should not have any problems with swelling. you can also use furniture polish, but in many cases, polish uses a silicone base as well with wax.
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How do you lubricate kitchen drawers?
How do you lubricate kitchen drawers?