Tidy your home from top to bottom with these no-fail hacks.
My job as a professional organizer is to simplify the lives and homes of my clients.
But after working with so many households, I’ve noticed a common misconception about the process.
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Use these easy-to-implement ideas to cut clutter andcreate the organized spaceyou’ve been dreaming of.
Your home didnt become cluttered overnight, so it wont magically be clutter-free in that amount of time either.
Choose small areas to start with and keep the habit up.
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Go through the pantry ormedicine cabinetand toss anything thats expired.
Schedule two closet decluttering sessions per year, one in the fall and another in spring.
Once its full, I take it with me to a nearby charity when Im out running errands.
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Check outdonationtown.orgto find where you’re able to drop off or schedule a pickup in your area.
Staying on top of the everyday clutter will prevent large pile-ups and eliminate stressful messes in the long run.
Go paperless:Paper is one of the worst offenders when it comes to daily clutter.
This will cut down on everyday clutter and give you more time for more fun activities.
Its not directly in our physical way so its easier to ignore.
These are my besthome organizing tipsyou can implement today.
Use multi-purpose furniture:Along the same lines, use functional furniture to maximize your space.
Considera storage benchfor shoes, a mirrored jewelry armoire, or a desk and bookshelf combination.
Maximize Storage Space
Shelves and drawers aren’t the only place to store organizational containers.
Go vertical:To keep the floor space clear, use the walls to organize.
Don’t forget the doors:I have aback of the door organizerin almost every room.
Here are some simple and realistic ways to make it happen.
Essentially, it means to tack a new habit onto something youre already doing.
Like listening to podcasts and audiobooks?
Put your headphones in as youre folding the laundry.
Set timers:If you’re even slightly competitive, this hack will work well for you.
Remember, even a few minutes of steady work will have a big payoff.
Make a family affair by including everyone in the tidying up process.
