topic Re: Custom Closet in Home

Custom Closet

Mellyg — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 18:32:00 GMT

I have been wanting to completely remodel 2 bedroom closets (either semi-custom or custom). I am figuring it will be about $150 linear foot, but know adding 50% to what I initially budget isn't uncommon for me.

That being said, does anyone have any personal experience with any closet companies that they would recommend or discourage?

I contemplated California Closets, but only for the purpose that it is favorable in a real estate listing. I'm not planning on moving, but always keep resale in the back of my mind when doing a project. I am open to any input (except maybe IKEA).

Thanks in advance for any suggestions!

Edited to add.... I hope I didn't offend anyone by saying I may not be overly open to IKEA. They have many great items; but I'm trying to accommodate the needs of myself and DH and IKEA may cause 1 of us extra stress/anxiety).

Re: Custom Closet

millieshops — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 18:30:24 GMT

depends how set you are on that California Closet look. I know my condo isn’t worth that kind of closet money so I’m checking into the wire system at The Container Store.

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Mellyg — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 18:41:32 GMT

The closets are currently wood, so I was planning on using wood again.

I certainly love the Container Store, I know they offer a variety of closet options, but I haven't looked into them (perhaps I should). I hope you enjoy your new closet!

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fitfuninformed — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 19:01:31 GMT

I will be doing the same this coming week designing the layout of my master bedroom closet of the home my husband and I are currently building. It is being built/designed by our builder.

I think the only people you may have 'offended ' in your post are those that cannot have or do not have the means to have such a service afforded to them. I guess those of us that CAN are no longer considered lucky or recognizable fortunate after much hard work but rather priviliged to do so. Can't go there anymore.

Yes, California Closets is rather higher priced for what they offer, many other companies out there depending on your area. I hope whomever you go with works well for you. Good luck!

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proudlyfromNJ — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 19:20:26 GMT

@fitfuninformed Who's offended? That was a presumptuous paragraph you have there. Not sure where all that came from.

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millieshops — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 19:44:23 GMT

@fitfuninformed I’m not in the least offended. I can well afford to pay for California Closets. I can even afford to buy a home in which they would be appropriate. Neither choice is in my current value system.

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fitfuninformed — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 20:32:31 GMT

Re-read the post, going a bit beyond the reference of IKEA and I apologize. My intention was not to offend either.

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queendiva — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 20:37:51 GMT

The first thing I did in my present and previous homes was to have someone install custom closets. I used a local family-owned company for both installs.Price and quality were great. It makes the whole difference in utility and organization- that, and Huggable Hangers. Money very well spent.

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Mellyg — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 21:18:02 GMT

Thank you for your input @queendiva ! I have a local contractor who can install, which is good! My struggle is deciding on what works for our space.

@millieshops , I'm glad you mentioned The Container Store, as I forgot that they do offer some incredible closet services.

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LilLadyNJ — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 22:03:06 GMT

A friend of mine had her closets in her home done by the Container Store and she is very happy with the result.

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millieshops — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 22:08:32 GMT

@Mellyg I'm all for easy to use closets, but my condo had been built with an good closet system - all my racks and shelves can be re-arranged. I'd lived almost 30 years in a converted barn with minimum closets added by the family that made it into a home right after the Great Depression. My condo closets were already a huge upgrade.

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Mellyg — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 22:30:26 GMT

Thank you @LilLadyNJ ! I would assume (and hope) they are a company that would produce a good product and stand behind their work. They definitely have no shortage of space saving solutions!

@millieshops I'm sure your home (before the condo) had character; I wouldn't be able to help but think of all that took place within the walls. If the walls could talk, the stories it would tell and the lessons it would teach us! Your closet is a much "smarter" system than mine. It's not adaptable. Albeit, if that were my biggest problem in life, I'd be doing pretty well.

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FastDogWalker2 — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 22:47:21 GMT

We have used Closet Factory twice - in our former home and here in our current home. In our former home, we had two master bedroom closets done and a kitchen pantry. The home was built in the 1980's and while it was spacious,the closets and pantry were not thoughtfully planned - basically just spaces to put stuff. We were extremely happy with the end product and I think it helped sell the house. In our current home, we had the same company do a home office, a wine room and a laundry room. Again, we are very pleased with the results. They really listen to what you need and how you plan to use the space. Good luck with whatever you go with!

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Mellyg — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 23:42:10 GMT

Thank you very much, @FastDogWalker2 ! You experienced what I'm going through, space that isn't thoughtfully planned! Since DH and I have height difference, we need someone that will help with 2 different needs!

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Carmie — Mon, 09 Nov 2020 01:12:18 GMT

We built our home in 1988. I paid a California Closets a little over $1000 back then to customize our master bedroom closet. That was a ton of money at the time!

Was it worth it? Knowing what I know now, I would say no. I have have to replace parts of it that have failed over the years. A month or two ago, a rod holder broke while we were on vacation. I came home to find a whole rack of my clothing on the floor.

I called CC to get a replacement piece. One plastic holder was $28. I found the same part on Amazon for about $13. Instead of getting one piece, I got 20 pieces. I now have way more than I need, but the price was better.

I am planning on redoing my entry hall closet. I have been looking at DYI systems. There is no way I am going to pay that kind of money again.

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Twins Mom — Mon, 09 Nov 2020 02:40:38 GMT

We tried a local closet company which has very good reputation. Designer came out for free to design a solution for ill-shaped walk in closet. Design looked good so we decided to try. Great decision - should have done sooner.

Experienced designer is important along with quality of materials.

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ScrapHappy — Mon, 09 Nov 2020 04:09:56 GMT

I had California Closets done in my master bedroom in my old house. I was pleased with the woman who came out to measure and offer ideas. What fit, what would work and what wouldn't. The end product came out very nice. The house I live in now has 5 bedrooms and all have a walk in closet and all done by California Closet. The previous owner had them done. I think they all look great and function nicely. I even have one in my pantry. I like the organization it provides.

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Mellyg — Mon, 09 Nov 2020 04:48:14 GMT

Thank you @ScrapHappy @Twins Mom @Carmie ! I appreciate your input. DH is very thorough when it comes to the durability of supplies (he knows more about how the slides in a drawer should be) and things of that nature. But we really do need a professional that knows how to accommodate a layout,

@Carmie , that's one of the last things you want to deal with after a vacation! I'm sure I'd have some choice words, lol!

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faeriemoon — Mon, 09 Nov 2020 16:46:34 GMT

California Closets did all of the closets in our house including a pantry and laundry room. I would recommend them.

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RealtyGal2 — Tue, 10 Nov 2020 13:54:33 GMT

All you need is a good carpenter. Before I moved into my current home, I had the closets in both bedrooms double hung on one side (measure the length of the clothes you will be hanging on the top and on the bottom of the double hung side of the closet so that the carpenter will put the rod in the right place). Then I bought Huggable Hangers from HSN to replace all my old hangers. These 2 things each doubled my closet space. I would still like a big walk-in closet though.