An over the door organizer can be an excellent way to maximize the available space in a room, and to keep items out of sight when they are not in use. When choosing an over the door organizer, consider the type of items you want to store in it, and if you want a plastic organizer or one with wire shelves. There are two common types of door organizers. These include shoe organizers, which are used to store shoes off the floor in individual cubbies, or toiletry organizers, which often hang over the back of linen closet or bathroom doors and are used to store items like shampoo bottles and body wash.
Shoe bags are a popular type of over the door organizer because they keep shoes neat and clean, and it keeps them off the floor, helping to maximize storage space in a closet. These bags are sometimes made of linen, which makes them a bit more expensive, or plastic. Plastic is often a better choice because it is easier to keep clean if the shoes are put in their while they are still muddy or damp, for example. They typically simply feature a few hooks that will go over the top of the door and will not require modifying the door in any way.
Linen closets or bathrooms are popular locations for an over the door organizer as well. These are often made of wire shelving to allow products to stand up when placed in the organizer. They can be a great way for keeping seldom used products, such as lotions, shaving cream, or bags of cotton balls off the bathroom sink. This is especially true for smaller bathrooms where cabinet space is limited. Some people also like to purchase bottles of shampoo or body wash in advance while it is on sale, and using an over the door organizer can be a good way to organize these items before they are ready to be placed in the shower, where they will be used.
These two types of products are typically designed differently. An over the door organizer used for hanging shoes will typically be much longer than one used for storing toiletry items. It will be designed differently as well; the shoe organizer will have a greater number of smaller compartments, for individual pairs of shoes, or perhaps a dog leash or harness. The toiletry organizer will generally have fewer, larger compartments since it is not necessary to separate items so carefully. These items can be found in the home goods or organization section of department stores, or ordered online.