If you are planning on installing a closet system yourself, one of the first steps is to measure the closet. This is a very important step and requires accuracy in order for the closet system to fit perfectly.

Measuring a closet may seem like a daunting task, but it really is simple. Grab your measuring tape and something to write down the measurements with and you’ll be off to buy that new closet system before you know it.

Here’s how to do it:

1. Round all the measurements to the nearest 1/8 of an inch.

2. Measure the space between the two side walls. This will determine the width.

3. Measure from floor to ceiling. This will determine the height.

4. Measure from the back wall to the door. This will determine the depth.

5. If you have a walk-in closet, measure the width of each wall as well as the width and height of the doorway.

Tips:

1. If you are not familiar with how to use a tape measure, get someone to help you understand how to read it. This is a skill you can use for many things.

2. If you have a large walk-in closet, get someone to help you hold one end of the measuring tape.

What You Need:

• Tape Measure
• Pencil and Paper

Image: Closet System from The Container Store