You CAN Tame the Clutter!

December 30th, 2019 by Cynthia Trapp

Organized Living Room

Are you experiencing the post-holiday squeeze - that time of year when your home feels packed to the rafters and you wonder if you'll ever get organized again? Clutter can make your house feel much smaller than it actually is. It can even affect your productivity and mood.

Other than a garage sale or a massive donation to your favorite charity, tackling the clutter head-on is the best option to regain control of your home. Here are ten practical ways to help you make the most of whatever space you've got.

Install wall lighting in your bedroom to free up valuable surface area on nightstands.
Hang slim wire baskets on the back of doors to keep small items corralled in an easily accessible spot.
Store smaller electronics and chargers in a designated drawer when not in use to clear space on your countertops or end tables.
Get twice the function out of your furniture with storage benches, storage ottomans and end tables that have cabinets underneath.
Use storage bins or small stackable totes to sort your bathroom clutter. Keep them under the sink or in the linen closet and pull out only the items you need.
Opt for some open shelving in the kitchen to keep your most frequently used plates, bowls and glasses in easy reach while saving cabinet space for small appliances which are not used very often.
Maximize vertical space with wall-mounted shelves for books and other items which might otherwise lie around in corners.
Mount hooks and pegs near the entry to hang coats, purses, backpacks and keys.
Give toys a place of their own with storage baskets kept on open shelves.
Find totes that will fit under all your beds to yield massive storage capacity.

If you are serious about beating clutter but feel overwhelmed, consider hiring a professional, or enlist a friend to help, and then offer to do the same for them. It can be a real chore, but one that is definitely worth the effort.

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