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Media Kit 2012 it’stime 1 it’s time ClosetMaid PR Team Need an entire story or just an idea to get started? ClosetMaid can provide both content and pitches – whatever works best for your media needs. Along with ClosetMaid’s team, we talk to professional organizers across the country for expert comments. Contact us at: [email protected] 941-365-2710 You can download any ClosetMaid image in this publication from our online media gallery. Simply click on the image or download button. table of CONTENTS 6 Bed Time 10 Bath Time 11 Me Time 12 Meal Time 14 Go Time 16 Work Time 18 Play Time 20 Family Time 21 Craft Time 22 Clean-up Time 23 Tool Time 24 New Products 26 Resources 27 Ideas. Information. Assistance. ClosetMaid ShelfTrack™ shoe tower in White. 2 closetmaidmediakit2012.com 3 it’s time to get ORGANIZED americans are MORE stressed 44% of people said that they were more stressed now than they were five years ago 9 in10 In today’s busy world, it can be difficult to find the time to get and stay organized. But that’s where ClosetMaid can help. ClosetMaid offers products and solutions that help people organize the things they want to store, so they can not only put them away easily, but easily find them again later. And, best of all, there’s a ClosetMaid product— from do-it-yourself (DIY) wire and laminate to professionally installed— for any room, space or budget. americans plan to have more fun, relax and reduce stress in 2012 Source: TD Ameritrade’s Annual New Year’s Resolution survey Source: American Psychological Association DISORGANIZATION plays a role 71% 80% 2/3 approximately of respondents feel that having a well organized home is very important indicated their quality of life would improve with more organization When you’re more organized, the more time you can save, which means you’ll have more time for both the things and people you love. about of the clutter in your home is a result of disorganization – not lack of space Source: Study on behalf of ClosetMaid Source: National Association of Professional Organizers 9 9 MILLION americans waste hours a day looking for misplaced items 1-3 HOURS many people waste a day searching for things because of disorganization and clutter Source: National Association of Professional Organizers ClosetMaid Cubeicals® in Espresso. 4 closetmaidmediakit2012.com Source: American Demographics Society 5 TIME Bed ClosetMaid Impressions™, a new DIY laminate shelving line. Your bedroom should be your private sanctuary where you can recharge and relax. All too often though, it can become overrun with clutter. So why not take steps to make the place you begin and end each day as beautiful and harmonious as possible? ClosetMaid MasterSuite in Antique White. in a variety of finishes: ShelfTrack ventilated and adjustable wire shelving; DIY laminate shelving and tower units; and MasterSuite®, its custom-designed and professionally installed line of products. when it comes to shoes, 75% of women own up to 50 pairs and Each system can be tailored with additional accessories, including ClosetMaid offers several doors, drawers, shoe racks, types of organizing valet rods, wire baskets systems to suit your needs and tie and belt racks. and style, all available 25% own over 50 pairs ClosetMaid ShelfTrack wire shelving in Nickel. Source: Study on behalf of ClosetMaid 6 closetmaidmediakit2012.com 7 ClosetMaid ShelfTrack wire shelving in White. ClosetMaid DIY laminate shelving in White. Even in reach-in closets, you can maximize storage area by using double- or triple-hang space, as well as shelving for folded sweaters, jeans and slacks. For children’s closets, consider ClosetMaid ShelfTrack. Its adjustable mounting system makes it easy to reconfigure your closet design as needs change. in a study conducted by ClosetMaid, only 31% of respondents feel their child’s closet is organized ClosetMaid ShelfTrack wire shelving in White. 8 closetmaidmediakit2012.com 9 TIME Bath TIME Me Knowing what accessories you have and where to find them makes it easier to pull together the perfect outfit. Tie and belt racks can neatly store your favorite scarves, necklaces and belts while adjustable shelves and shoe racks can fashionably display your favorite bags and pumps. A compartmentalized jewelry tray insert is a safe place for all of your most important accessories from your fashion-forward rings and glasses to electronics. It keeps everything easily tucked away, curbing clutter before it starts. Outfit your closet with optional accessories like valet rods, tie and belt racks, jewelry tray inserts, cube organizers and shoe shelves. ClosetMaid DIY laminate shelving in White (left) and ShelfTrack wire shelving in Nickel with Fabric Drawers (right). Turn your bathroom into an organized oasis with help from ClosetMaid. A linen closet equipped with tons of storage makes it simple to tuck away extra toilet paper rolls, towels and tissues. Decorative accents and amenities like lotions, soaps, beauty products and styling tools can be neatly displayed on shelves or tucked away in drawers, while baskets or Fabric Drawers can camouflage children’s bath toys. the average woman spends 14 minutes choosing what to wear each morning and may try on two outfits Source: Woman’s Day, September 2011 10 closetmaidmediakit2012.com 11 TIME Meal ClosetMaid MasterSuite in White. Whether it’s a large family gathering or a breakfast for two, mealtimes run a little smoother with ClosetMaid. Save prep and cooking time with a well-organized kitchen pantry that keeps your favorite ingredients close at hand. ClosetMaid’s laminate or wire shelving is perfect for storing canned, boxed and dry goods, while pull-out baskets are ideal for holding onions or potatoes. And, if you 12 ClosetMaid MasterSuite in Warm Cognac. don’t have a dedicated pantry, you can easily create one with a wall of ClosetMaid shelving. Use additional shelving space in your kitchen to display those longtimecollected cookbooks, decorative serving platters and unique pottery. closetmaidmediakit2012.com in the kitchen, over 50% of adults keep small appliances – like microwaves, electric can openers, toasters and coffeemakers – on the counter Source: Consumer Reports poll ClosetMaid ShelfTrack wire shelving in Satin Chrome. 13 TIME Go ClosetMaid DIY laminate shelving in White. One of the most disorderly areas in homes is the entryway. It’s where the kids unload their backpacks, everyone kicks off their shoes and where you throw your coat. With a place to store it all, even the busiest family can reclaim their space from clutter. ClosetMaid DIY laminate tower units with 3-Cube Storage Bench (also shown below) in White. Tips to control clutter: 1 ClosetMaid’s 3-Cube Storage Bench provides comfortable seating and out-of-the-way storage. Place it by the front door to store shoes and cold-weather essentials like scarves and gloves.2 2 Designate different colored bins for each member of the family. Fabric drawers or metal baskets can hold those small items that can add up to one big mess. ClosetMaid MasterSuite in Candlelight. 14 closetmaidmediakit2012.com 15 TIME Work ClosetMaid DIY laminate shelving in White. Whether you operate a home-based business or just need a command center, make your home office work for you with attractive work and storage areas. Designate a low-traffic room as your workspace to keep distractions to a minimum and invest in a sturdy desk with at least one or two drawers, a comfortable chair, computer and other office supplies you might need. Having the right work environment can increase your productivity and also help you maintain a work-life balance. Depending on your budget, use ClosetMaid’s DIY laminate or custom-designed products to create an organized workstation for paying bills, answering e-mails or working from home. in 2010 on the days that they worked, ClosetMaid MasterSuite in Chocolate Pear. 24% of employed persons did some or all of their work at home Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2010 American Time Use Survey ClosetMaid ShelfTrack wire shelving in White. 16 closetmaidmediakit2012.com 17 TIME Play ClosetMaid MasterSuite in Antique White. Children need time to play, whether it’s inside or outdoors. In fact, studies show that 30-60 minutes a day of simple creative play is good for a child’s growth, mental health and social development. However, playrooms can easily get out of hand without the proper organization systems. So, whether you 18 want custom storage or affordable DIY options, ClosetMaid offers a variety of products designed to keep toys out of the living room and put away in the playroom. closetmaidmediakit2012.com ClosetMaid DIY ventilated wire shelving in White with Fabric Drawers. Tips to control clutter: 1 Give your child enough room to play with shelving that maximizes wall space. Don’t forget hooks to hang coats, backpacks or sports gear. 2 Add subtle pops of color with ClosetMaid Fabric Drawers, available in shades from pink to blue. These lightweight bins can corral toys, books or other games and parents can even use them to do a quick lap around the house, picking up stray items. ClosetMaid Cubeicals 9-Cube Organizer in White with Fabric Drawers. 19 TIME Family TIME Craft ClosetMaid DIY laminate tower units in Espresso (left) and ClosetMaid MasterSuite in White (right). Your family room has to accommodate a variety of uses, from media center to library to art gallery and game central. For rooms prone to clutter, consider adding efficient storage, such as shelving or a DIY room organizer. These are excellent organize-it-all options to frame the TV, store DVDs or display that collection of vases and books. ClosetMaid can design a stylish solution to fit your needs, your space and all your things – whether you want them on display or neatly put away. ClosetMaid MasterSuite in White. Set up “shop” in your own home by designating a separate space to handle all your crafting needs. Equip your space with a workstation or desk large enough to handle your craft projects and a corkboard to pin design ideas and inspirations for quick comparisons. Keep yourself organized by adding shelving and adequate storage space in 2010, consumers spent $18.8 billion buying and renting DVDs, Blu-ray Discs and digital content Source: Entertainment Merchants Association for tools, paintbrushes or other accessories. For example, ClosetMaid’s laminate or adjustable wire shelving, can easily be installed on the wall or in a closet to keep supplies for sewing, painting, woodworking, scrapbooking and gift wrapping within arm’s reach. ClosetMaid ShelfTrack wire shelving in White. 20 closetmaidmediakit2012.com 21 TIME Clean-up TIME Tool ClosetMaid MultiSuite™ cabinets in Hammered Grey with slotwall panels (left) and Dimensions® in White (right). ClosetMaid MasterSuite in White. A well-designed laundry room makes it easy to get even the largest load of laundry done. Create extra storage space near the washer and dryer with ClosetMaid MasterSuite or DIY laminate shelving, which comes with additional accessories like doors, drawers and hang rods. Use shelves at arm level to store 22 detergent, dryer sheets and fabric softener, while doors neatly hide the iron, lint brush and sewing kit. Pull-out wire baskets can hold freshly folded towels or be used to sort dark and light clothing for the wash. closetmaidmediakit2012.com 25% of people with two car garages don’t park any cars inside of them Source: National Association of Professional Organizers The garage houses everything from dad’s tools and lawn mower to the kids’ sports gear, bikes and forgotten toys and mom’s holiday crafts, cleaning supplies and gardening equipment. It’s no wonder the wide range of storage needs and ever-changing daily activities make the garage a complicated space to keep organized. shelving or a work center to house frequently used items like auto fluids and tools. Additional upper shelving is ideal for storing seasonal and infrequently used items, such as holiday decorations and boxes of “extra” parts. Tackle clutter from the ground up by utilizing every inch of space with heavy-duty wire 23 new time-saving and ORGANIZING products To download images simply clck on any image. Dimensions® Dimensions is a durable DIY laminate storage system with powder-coated doors and drawer fronts that are scratch, stain and impact resistant. In stores now at The Home Depot. Cubeicals® 12-Cube Organizer The Cubeicals 12-Cube Organizer, in White or Espresso, can be placed horizontally or vertically to accommodate any storage dilemma. Available Spring 2012 at Target and Target.com. SuiteSymphony™ SuiteSymphony, a DIY laminate product, now comes in a new Espresso finish. Sold in Canada at select retailers such as Lowe’s and on ClosetMaid.com. Selectives™ Selectives, a DIY laminate line, relaunches with new five-panel doors and drawer fronts. Available Spring 2012 only at The Home Depot. Impressions™ Impressions, ClosetMaid’s newest DIY laminate line in a Dark Cherry finish, integrates decorative molding and other furniture-like details to create stylish storage. Available Spring 2012 only at The Home Depot. Mini Fabric Drawers These Mini Fabric Drawers are ideal for holding small items like accessories, makeup or other personal items. Black, Natural and Light Purple are the newest colors available. Now available at Target stores, Target.com and ClosetMaid.com. 24 closetmaidmediakit2012.com 25 ArrangeMents™ Multipurpose Hobby and Space Saver Cabinets Create multiple storage options with ArrangeMents, a DIY product available in six different cabinet styles with medium and large fabric bins in four different colors. Available Spring 2012 exclusively at Target and Target.com. These one- and two-door multipurpose cabinets are ideal for maximizing storage in small spaces. The cabinets feature fixed and adjustable shelves that are both stain and moisture resistant, along with concealed European-style hinges and oversized aluminum handles. Available Spring 2012 at Target and Target.com. Utility and Wire Hook Accessories 6-Cube Activity Table ClosetMaid’s 6-Cube Activity Table has plenty of play and storage space for toys, art materials and school supplies. Use with ClosetMaid Fabric Drawers (sold separately). Available in White exclusively on Target.com. 2-Cube Storage Locker 5-8 ft. ShelfTrack™ Closet Organizer Kit in Nickel This organizer kit can be configured for 5-8 ft.-wide closets and features adjustable shelves and brackets, allowing consumers to reconfigure the design as needs change. The kit includes all hardware, shelving and brackets in one box for easy installation. Available now at The Home Depot and ClosetMaid.com. Mop and Broom Holder – Store mops, brooms, Swiffers® and other cleaning items. All-Purpose Holder – Hang towels, clothes and other items. Utility Hook – Store those small household items that can add up to one big mess. Single Hooks – Place them wherever you need some extra help. Small Wire Bin (Silver finish) – Fits conveniently inside cabinets or closets. Universal Hook – Drape jackets and coats or umbrellas. Keep kids organized with the ClosetMaid 2-Cube Storage Locker, which can tame clutter in the foyer, hall, entryway or mudroom. Available in White exclusively on Target.com. 26 closetmaidmediakit2012.com 27 28 time to get to get STARTED ideas. information. ClosetMaid.com Ready to tackle that organization project? Let ClosetMaid.com help you get started. Whether you are interested in do-it-yourself or do-it-forme products, ClosetMaid.com makes it easy to find the right storage solution for you. Discover the newest ClosetMaid products, inspiring lifestyle photography and helpful organization tips – all at your fingertips. ASSISTANCE. Get Ideas Design Prepare Install On ClosetMaid.com you can narrow down your search for the perfect closet style by room type, closet type, material preference and skill level. And then, name your project and save multiple images from the idea gallery to My Projects for future reference. There are over 1,500 images you can choose from as you plan your project. After you select the closet you want, you can “Start Your Design” to see the closet in an empty, un-propped format. From there, decide whether to select ClosetMaid’s professional design service assistance, design the closet yourself with the online design tool or contact one of ClosetMaid’s Authorized Dealers for custom design and installation. In this section, you’ll find an Organizational Profiler which provides recommendations based on your motivation, challenges, confidence level and personality type; Planning Tips specific to room types; and a printable Tools and Materials checklist. This is the go-to place for product installation instructions, helpful videos, easy how-to guides and frequently asked questions. closetmaidmediakit2012.com Shop Here you can learn where to buy ClosetMaid products at retail, or in some cases, purchase products online immediately. My ClosetMaid You’ll find your saved projects here to refer to in the future. Resource Desk ClosetMaid.com Need an entire story or just an idea to get started? ClosetMaid can provide both content, and pitches – whatever works best for your media needs. Along with ClosetMaid’s team, we talk to professional organizers across the country for expert comments. E-mail your request to ClosetMaidPR@ ClarkeAdvertising.com. Click your way to an organized home. Learn more about ClosetMaid and its various do-ityourself and do-it-for-me products online. Browse through product catalogs, glamour photos and an idea gallery for inspiration. Design your own closet, find out where to buy ClosetMaid products and even get tips and information on installing your new product. ClosetMaid Makeovers Product is available for editorial makeovers and promotional giveaways. Only need the perfect photo? We can supply that, too. Design Tools ClosetMaid.com offers a free online storage planner that helps you design your space all by yourself. After a quick download, click to add components and accessories. When you’re finished, you have a design and a parts list ready to print. It’s that simple! ClosetMaid also provides professional design services. Go to ClosetMaid.com and complete a few questions regarding your storage area and needs, then ClosetMaid’s team of design specialists will process your request. For a small fee, you receive two designs for a single storage space that include line art drawings, color renderings, parts list and a where-to-buy option. How organized is that? Do-it-for-Me With a ClosetMaid Authorized Dealer managing every step from design to installation, ClosetMaid’s do-itfor-me products come with the quality homeowners expect. ClosetMaid products are also backed by a lifetime Free Replacement Policy. Visit CustomClosetMaid.com or call (800) 874-0008 to locate a ClosetMaid Authorized Dealer in your area. 29 650 SW 27th Ave. Ocala, Florida 34471 1-800-874-0008 www.closetmaid.com © ClosetMaid Corporation 2012