# Wardrobe organisers Canonical HTML: [Wardrobe organisers](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/wardrobe-organisation/) Wardrobe Make an existing wardrobe easier to use. Compare organisers, rails, shelf inserts and baskets, with measuring and layout guides for awkward bays. [Find a buying guide](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/wardrobe-organisation/#buying-guides) [Plan & organise](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/wardrobe-organisation/#practical-guides) ![An open wardrobe with folded jumpers on shelves, hanging clothes and small fabric compartments](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/assets/images/wardrobe-storage.jpg) A useful first step ## Measure the usable opening and drop Check hinges, sliding doors, shelf depth and rail-to-bottom space before adding an organiser. [Open the measuring guide](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/measure-a-wardrobe-for-organisers/) Start with the job in front of you ## Useful places to start Choose a product comparison or a practical layout for the space you have. [ Buying guide ### Make use of a tall shelf bay Compare shelf inserts by supported footprint and the usable space above and below. Read the guide](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/best-wardrobe-shelf-inserts/)[ Buying guide ### Add compartments to a spare rail Compare hanging organisers by rail width, attachment and complete drop. Read the guide](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/best-hanging-wardrobe-organisers/)[ Practical guide ### Reach the back of deep shelves Plan pull-forward groups and leave enough grip room to move them. Read the guide](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/organise-deep-wardrobe-shelves/)[ Practical guide ### Work around sliding doors Fit bins and baskets through the opening you can actually expose. Read the guide](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/organise-a-wardrobe-with-sliding-doors/) Explore the whole topic ## All wardrobe organisation guides Compare products when you need something new, or find a layout for what you already own. Buying guides ### Compare organisers for shelves, rails and doors Compare exact products by dimensions, access and the details to check before ordering. - [Best double hanging rails for wardrobes](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/best-double-hanging-rails/) - [Best freestanding drawer units for inside wardrobes](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/best-wardrobe-drawer-inserts/) - [Best hanging wardrobe organisers for folded clothes](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/best-hanging-wardrobe-organisers/) - [Best pull-out baskets for existing wardrobes](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/best-pull-out-wardrobe-baskets/) - [Best trouser organisers for wardrobes](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/best-trouser-organisers-for-wardrobes/) - [Best wardrobe accessory hangers for belts and scarves](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/best-wardrobe-accessory-hangers/) - [Best wardrobe door organisers for hinged doors](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/best-wardrobe-door-organisers/) - [Best wardrobe hanging rails for existing wardrobes](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/best-wardrobe-hanging-rails/) - [Best wardrobe shelf dividers for folded clothes and bags](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/best-wardrobe-shelf-dividers/) - [Best wardrobe shelf inserts for folded clothes](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/best-wardrobe-shelf-inserts/) - [Best wardrobe storage bins for folded clothes](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/best-wardrobe-storage-bins/) [Buying guides for every storage area](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/buying-advice/) Practical guides ### Plan the wardrobe you already have Measure the space, organise the contents and work around awkward openings or everyday routines. - [How to measure a wardrobe for organisers](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/measure-a-wardrobe-for-organisers/) - [How to organise a shallow wardrobe](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/organise-a-shallow-wardrobe/) - [How to organise a top wardrobe shelf](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/organise-a-top-wardrobe-shelf/) - [How to organise a wardrobe under a sloping ceiling](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/organise-a-wardrobe-with-sloping-ceiling/) - [How to organise a wardrobe with no shelves](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/organise-a-wardrobe-with-no-shelves/) - [How to organise a wardrobe with sliding doors](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/organise-a-wardrobe-with-sliding-doors/) - [How to organise deep wardrobe shelves](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/organise-deep-wardrobe-shelves/) - [How to share a small wardrobe](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/share-a-small-wardrobe/) - [How to store knitwear on wardrobe shelves](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/store-knitwear-on-wardrobe-shelves/) [Practical guides for every storage area](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/guides/) Before you buy ## Measure with the door open - Check the clear opening between hinges or sliding doors. - Measure usable shelf depth and the vertical gap above a folded jumper. - Check the rail and organiser instructions before adding hanging weight. [Full measuring guide](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/measure-a-wardrobe-for-organisers/) ## Match the organiser to the spare space A shelf insert splits a tall bay into two shorter ones. A hanging organiser adds compartments to a rail-only wardrobe. Lift-out bins keep a deep shelf in usable groups. Pick the type that solves the awkward part of your wardrobe before comparing individual products. Unused height ### Shelf insert Check the width between its legs and the space above it for your folded stack. Spare rail width ### Hanging shelves Allow for the organiser’s drop and the hanging clothes alongside it. Deep shelf ### Lift-out bins Group items so you can pull them forward together and reach the back. ### Add compartments to a rail-only bay The SONGMICS two-pack gives you separate five-shelf organisers, so you can use one in each wardrobe if that suits the space. Each takes 30 cm of rail width. Check the rail, hooks and drop before loading it. For a wardrobe with spare rail space ### SONGMICS hanging organisers, set of 2 Each five-shelf organiser uses a 30 × 30 cm footprint beneath the rail. Open compartments put folded clothes at different levels. **Outside · cm**: 30 × 30 × 90 **Access**: Open compartments **In the pack**: Two organisers **What to check** Confirm the complete assembled hook-to-bottom drop against your bay. Each shelf is rated for up to 2 kg, with 10 kg total per organiser. Check the wardrobe rail’s capacity. View on Amazon — SONGMICS hanging organisers, set of 2 ## Check the opening before adding a pull-out A basket may fit between the wardrobe sides and still catch on a hinge or sliding door. Measure the clear opening at the point where the basket needs to pass. Frame-specific runners also need the correct width, depth and mounting points for that system. For socks and underwear, compare [drawer organisers](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/drawer-organisation/). For seasonal clothes used less often, see [under-bed storage](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/under-bed-storage/). ## Record the usable wardrobe bay Our [wardrobe measuring guide](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/measure-a-wardrobe-for-organisers/) covers the smallest opening, shelf dimensions, complete hanging drop and hinge intrusion. Check those before choosing an insert or comparing frame-specific baskets. [Back to all wardrobe organisation guides](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/wardrobe-organisation/#guide-library) ## Questions before you choose ### What is the first measurement for a wardrobe organiser? Record the smallest usable opening with the doors in their normal open position. Then measure the shelf bay or complete rail-to-bottom drop the organiser will occupy. ### Will hanging shelves reduce rail space? Yes. Their width occupies part of the hanging rail, and the loaded compartments need space around them. Check the rail and support capacity as well as the organiser’s own limits. ### Can I fit any pull-out basket into my wardrobe? No. Mounted baskets depend on runners, fitting positions, doors and frame compatibility. Check the exact supported system instead of relying on similar outside dimensions. ### What helps stop clothes disappearing at the back of deep shelves? Group suitable clothes in a bin or case you can pull forward, with enough room to grip and lift it. Keep the front group easy to move if you need a second row. Put everyday clothes within comfortable reach. ### Can I improve a wardrobe without fitted inserts? Yes. Start by grouping clothes, changing the fold and using the space below shorter garments. Test any proposed bin or freestanding unit with a paper footprint before buying. Keep the rail, shelves and required fixing instructions within their limits. ## How this guide is put together We group the guides around the space, the contents and the way you need to reach them. Product examples use published specifications for the linked model, with limitations explained beside each recommendation. The checklist is a planning aid. Confirm the exact variant, installation requirements and loaded access before buying. Our [editorial policy](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/editorial-policy/) and [source policy](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/source-policy/) explain how we compare products and handle incomplete or conflicting details. **Affiliate disclosure.** If you buy through a product link on this page, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. [How affiliate links work](https://spacemadeuseful.co.uk/affiliate-disclosure/).