Category Archives: Closet Accessories

Father’s Day Gift Ideas

Fathers are notoriously hard to buy for, so as Father’s Day approaches, here are a few gift ideas to think about this year.

Barbecue tools

Grilling season is upon us, and if Dad likes to get outside and cook, this is a great opportunity to get him a new set of tools.

A round of golf

If he’s a golfer, think about sending him out to play a round – or if you play too, go out together. It’s a great opportunity to try out a new course, or rediscover an old favourite.

Free time

If there’s a task you know Dad is dreading, consider hiring someone to do it for him. Bringing in a landscaper, painter or handyman for a few hours can give Dad a chance to put his feet up.

Watches

A fine watch can become a treasured possession, and perhaps even an heirloom that will be passed on to a family member one day.

Ties and socks

Yes, these are the ultimate dad-gift cliché – but socks do wear out, and many men settle into a pattern of wearing the same few ties week after week, so don’t be embarrassed to go for this practical option. Most stores offer gift cards, too, so you can let him choose something for himself.

For the man who has everything – closet accessories

Maybe Dad doesn’t need anything new as much as he needs a place to keep what he already has. Closet accessories like tie and belt racks, valet rods, and custom watch drawers and cases with Orbita watch winders can all help him organize his clothes and possessions with style.

Father’s Day Special

And right now is the perfect time, because Organized Interiors is offering a Father’s Day Special of up to $300 off on closet accessories. Just set up a free in-home consultation before June 30 to find out how you can save.

Every Closet Needs A Valet Rod

Some people call it a valet rod, others call it a valet pole. We think every clothes closet should have at least one.
Would you purchase a new car without air conditioning or hands-free calling? Of course not! They have become essential features in vehicles today. When it comes to closets, a valet rod is also essential. You just might not know it yet.

Doorknobs are not valet rods

Have you ever hung a shirt from a door knob? Maybe you like to hang your outfits from the top of an open door (because the door knob is too low to floor to hang a dress or suit). If you have ever been guilty of hanging your clothes in this way, you need a valet pole. It is designed to hang clothes, not open doors.

Two types of valet rods

A concealed insert valet rod disappears into the cabinet dividers. When it is pushed all the way in and not in use you only see the round knob. It pulls out to 3.7 inches and can support up to 7 pounds. The round ball at the end is used to push and pull the rod but also keeps your clothes from sliding off the end.

For more flexibility, a side mount, telescopic valet rod can be placed almost anywhere. It extends to 9.5 inches and can support up to 50 pounds. The hardware mounts are also concealed providing a clean looking finish to your closet. You’ll be able to hang more items such as dry cleaning or freshly ironed clothes.
Both valet rods come in a various metal finishes:

chrome
silver mist
black pearl
oil rubbed bronze

His and hers

Get more than one. Most closets benefit from at least two valet poles, especially if you share the space with a significant other. If you have large walk-in closet or dressing room you’ll benefit from having several valet poles to hang dry cleaning, ironed clothes or for planning your wardrobe for the day.

Think outside the closet

Valet poles are great closet accessories but who says you can use them in other areas of your home? They’re quite often used in laundry rooms to hang clothes and some people even install one in the garage. When you’re unloading the car and have dry cleaning, it’s nice to have an extra hand.
A valet rod is the most popular closet accessory because it is convenient and easy to use. Its efficient use of space provides a sophisticated look that finishes off your closet. You’ll wonder how you ever got along without it once you start using it. Add some to your closet today. Visit our showroom today and look at the various options available.

Felt Storage Box with Lid

A felt storage box from Organized Interiors looks stylish and is a simple solution for reducing the clutter in a room. These attractive, cube containers come with a hard lid and are perfect for storing seasonal clothing, toys, magazines and various household items. When the box isn’t being used you can fold it up and store it in the lid. Genius!
Watch as interior designer and television host Jane Lockhart demonstrates some of the unique features of this storage box.

Some of the unique features of our gray felt storage box:

sturdy, stackable, cube design with hand-stitched detail
a hard, fitted lid to protect your contents from dust
folds up easily and fits inside the lid when not in use
takes up very little space when not in use
cut out handles on each side for easy portability
neutral gray colour
12.75″ x 12.75″ x 12.75″ without the lid
13 inch cube with the lid on top

If you struggle with clutter in your home, these attractive storage boxes are the perfect solution for keeping a room tidy. The neutral gray color won’t clash with the decor of a room allowing you to use these storage boxes anywhere.

Where to buy

Visit our showroom and pick some up today. If you need more than storage boxes to get your home organized then talk to one of our design consultants or book an in-home design consultation.

Organize Your Watches with Watch Winders and Save Time

A self-winding mechanical watch from Longines or Tudor needs to keep moving or you’ll be setting the date and time more than you care to.

If you have a watch collection then you’ll want to protect your investment and keep them organized and wound using a good quality watch winder.

Organized Interiors uses Orbita watch winders exclusively in its dressing rooms and custom closet designs. Orbita is the world’s largest producer of watch winders, designed to meet the high standards of premium watch collectors.

There are dozens of companies making watch winders but three things set Orbita apart from the rest — design, build quality and features.

Silent Motor

The cheaper watch winders on the market tend to be unreliable and noisy. If your watch winder is going to be off the bedroom in a dressing room or closet, the last thing you want to hear at night are several watch winders grinding away.

Orbita watch winders have a silent motor that won’t keep you awake at night. Using a ball-bearing construction and solid-state controls, the motor can run maintenance-free for a long time.

Winding Technology

Orbita’s Rotorwind system doesn’t rotate a watch like a traditional winder. It swings the watch to mimic human motion and gestures. This provides a more natural wind as if you were actually wearing the watch.

Orbita’s programmable watch winder using a traditional rotating style. It can be programmed to rotate clockwise, counter-clockwise or automatic reversing rotation.

Winding cycles can also be programmed to 650, 800, 950 or 1,300 turns per day (TPD). Orbita has a watch winder database that can help you determine how many TPD your watch requires.

AC Adapter or Battery

Finding AC power in a closet can be difficult. The electrical outlet may not be accessible and depending where you live, it may be against the building code to have it in the closet. Battery power provides more flexibility in terms of location.

Orbita lithium batteries can last for 5 years and replacement batteries are available at Organized Interiors (or directly from Orbita).

Warranty

Orbita watch winders come with a two year warranty in materials and/or workmanship. An optional extended warranty provides an additional 3 years of coverage.

Custom Watch Winder Drawers, Cabinets & Cases

Organized Interiors designs and manufactures custom drawers and cabinets to hold your watch winders. You decide if you want them in felt lined drawers or a custom glass case.

Our goal is to make it quick and easy to select a watch from your collection in the morning.

If you’re in the greater Toronto area then stop by our showroom in Vaughan. We have several examples of how watch winders are being used in custom closets.

7 Tips For Getting Your Home Holiday Ready

It’s always a moderate shock when you realize the holidays are just around the corner and so are visiting family and friends! There never seems to be enough time to get ready for visitors but this is the perfect time of year to commit to turning your house into a welcoming home your guests will love and you’ll enjoy long after your guests have gone.
Here are some quick tips to help you prepare for this festive but busy time of year!

1. Use Wall Beds for Guests

Space-saving wall beds are a great solution for occasional, short-term visitors at any time of year. Designed to appear like a furniture piece or custom cabinetry when not in use, they take up very little floor space and convert easily to a comfortable bed for your guests in a moments notice. Wall beds are tidy and can make use of an empty wall anywhere in the house.

2. Replace Old Chairs

Give a fresh, modern look to an outdated dining room table with a set of new upholstered dining chairs. Replacing old wood chairs with comfortable upholster ones will instantly transform the look and feel of the room. Choose durable, longwearing, and easy-to-clean leather or polyester upholstery fabrics for chair covers.

3. Create a New Closet

When winter arrives we never seem to have enough closet space for the family’s bulky over coats and boots let alone our guest’s. Consider adding a new custom closet in an unused corner with lots of organizational fittings to accommodate the overflow of winter wear.

4. Add a Storage Bench

Add a storage bench in the front foyer. With guests coming in and out of your home over the holidays the addition of a bench in the front foyer will come in handy for putting on boots. Drop your parcels, hats or gloves inside the bench as well. It will also keep the area tidy offering a place to store hats and gloves.

5. Use Tray Tables

At this time of year food and drink are a big part of the holiday festivities so portable table surfaces will add convenience. Small tray or drinks tables are inexpensive and easy to move about the house depending on where the party ends up. Leather poufs or ottomans can double-duty for seating or serving.

6. Organize Your Closet

It may seem a task low on the to-do list at this busy time of year, but being able to quickly pull an outfit together for holiday parties and entertaining can be time well spent. Adding closet accessories like an outfit display rod and jewellery storage drawers can save you time and minimize the stress of getting ready.

7. Add Mirrors Everywhere

At this time of year reflecting candle and other decorative light will add a magical ambiance and sparkle to any space. Group mirrors on a wall in a mix of shapes and sizes to create a shiny, eye-catching wall display. Repurpose framed mirrors as decorative trays and top with candles or bar ware. Lets not forget an entrance mirror to reflect your holiday style.