One of the easiest mistakes we all make is to have too many things and therefore too much clutter. If it seems like you’re always running out of room and you have more than you need, here are a few tips on learning how to save space and be more organized.
First of all, start getting rid of what you don’t need. Papers are a big clutter culprit. Old magazines, papers and mail can all be reduced. If you have some clothes you haven’t worn in a long time, give them to the Goodwill. If you haven’t used something in the past six months, it’s a good time to just get rid of it.
One great place for storage is under beds. Stores such as Walmart and Target have storage boxes that can be slid right underneath beds for easy storage. Don’t want your epiphone electric guitar getting ruined? No problem. Just store it in a storage box and safely stow it away under your bed until you need it again.
There are shoe racks that can be hung right over closet doors so you can organize shoes and be rid of closet clutter, as well as sweater cubbies that hang right on your closet rod, and hold multiple sweaters, saving a lot more space in the long run.
Furniture or appliances you’re not using can be exchanged for small versions. For instance, you need a space heater. Instead of using a big and bulky heater, try using a more compact brand like the Delonghi space heater. They’re smaller and can be put in a corner.
The more stuff you have, the harder it’ll be to vacuum around all these things. Clutter creates more dust and you’ll be less apt to want to vacuum if you can’t even get through to an open space. If you have a small home and use a canister vacuum, try using something more spacious like a Dyson upright vacuum cleaner. Uprights can be stored easier in closets.
As a rule go through your things every few months and see what you do and don’t need. There’s bound to be some things you can part with. You’ll maintain your clutter this way and feel much better once it’s gone from your life. Your home will be more spacious and you’ll find yourself more organized.
