Over time our homes accumulate everyday items, keepsakes, and everything in between that can be hard to get rid of. We’re so used to seeing them, that they don’t seem like clutter at all—they’ve become part of the foundation of our homes. This is especially true for households in which the kids have grown up and gone off to school, leaving an empty nest with a lot of clutter. For the sentimental person, getting rid of these accumulated items can be heart-wrenching, it’s like throwing away memories. Luckily, there are ways in which you can distinguish what’s clutter and what’s a precious keepsake. Here’s how to take charge of your clutter and get your home organized:
1) Start small. Getting started is one of the hardest parts of de-cluttering. Often times we’re wondering where we can even begin. To get the ball rolling start with drawers or cupboards in your kitchen. Every kitchen has a drawer in which expired coupons, stamps, junk mail, and other miscellanea tend to get thrown. Start by sorting through and throwing away things you don’t need. Next, move on the fridge and pantry. Toss any leftovers and expired food items away. Before you know it, the kitchen will be de-junked and you’re ready to move on to your next challenge: the living room.
2) Often times, our living rooms are prime places for clutter to build. Look around the room for any obvious items that are trash. Then you want to re-evaluate larger items that aren’t being used. Is that treadmill in the corner being used to its full potential, or should you think about getting rid of it? If you’re finding that you have a lot of stuff that you just can’t part with (for sentimental reasons, or that you paid good money for them) you can always look into self storage units. Self storage is a great way to keep the items you need, while keeping your home clutter-free. Many parents whose kids have grown up and moved out, opt for climate controlled storage to put the kids’ things, instead of throwing them out. Getting rid of kids belongings can be highly distressing for parents, so instead of having to part with precious memories, why not use self-storage and have a safe place for them?
3) Whether you are a bookworm, you live with one, or still can’t part with those old college textbooks (they were so expensive!), books tend to accumulate in any household. If books are making your rooms feel cluttered and disorganized, go through them and sort out which ones you’d like to keep and which ones are there for show only. If you still can’t part with them, again, self-storage units could be a great option.
4) Putting stuff in closets is a quick fix for clutter, so chances are you’re closets are overflowing with stuff you don’t need. Whether its linens that haven’t seen the light of day since the Carter administration, board games that are unplayable due to their decaying boards and missing pieces, or Christmas decorations so old, you forgot they even existed, every closet has some sort of clutter lurking behind it’s door. A good rule of thumb to use with closets is: if you haven’t used it in the last year, throw it out. Obviously, family heirlooms, photos, etc. are things worth keeping around. But do you really need 4 boxes of holiday decorations? Evaluate each item realistically and you’ll be amazed at how much stuff you can get rid of.
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