Decluttering Tips for Entering Spring
It seems like everyone and their mother has a decluttering tip or two they'd like to share, but when it comes to concrete advice for how to become better at organising, we now share a few tips and techniques for decluttering. You'll find their best insights below!
Organise First, Buy Storage Bins Later
Contrary to popular belief, it's wise to tackle the decluttering process before buying your storage bins. Once you've done that, be sure to measure your space before purchasing containers. This will allow you to maximize the available space.
Declutter A Bit Each Day
Practice makes perfect, after all! Try making decluttering a part of your daily routine, It doesn’t have to be a big task if you keep on top of it.
For example, she explains, check your clothing for holes and stains while putting away laundry (and then part ways with anything in poor shape), look for cracks in your dishes when emptying the dishwasher, check the expiration date on canned goods while pulling ingredients out of your pantry, and more.
Make Key Piles
As you go through a drawer or bin, use the three-pile method, focusing on items to keep, toss, or donate.
Doing so allows you to make decisions about your possessions at the moment, reducing the likelihood that you'll hold onto unnecessary clutter for longer.
Put Items Away Each Day
Why not follow the “Don't put it down, put it away rule!”
When you adopt the habit of putting things away immediately rather than temporarily, you are proactive in maintaining an organized and clutter-free environment. Doing so, she says, will help to cut the clutter and ensure you can find what you need in no time.
Categories Everything
It's also easy to find what you need when all of your items are categorised.
Grouping like items is an expert-approved approach to maintaining organization and efficiency. This approach is especially beneficial to large families because it simplifies the process of finding and putting away items, reducing confusion and frustration.
Drop Off Donations Regularly
You've made an effort to formulate a donation pile—now get those items out of the house before you can think twice!
Not letting decluttered items sit around in your home for too long is key when decluttering. By taking the items out of your home as soon as possible, you’ll be able to free up space and avoid the temptation to go through them again.
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