An organized home indicates an organized mind.
Well, probably. Whether that’s true or not, the science shows that cluttered homes can harm our wellbeing, so it pays to get your home in order.
Easier said than done? Here are three simple ways to organize your house.
1. One Room at a Time
Trying to clean and organize your entire house at once can be overwhelming. Start with one room and work your way through it. Once that room is organized, move on to the next.
This system is a great way to break the task down into more manageable chunks and it will help keep you motivated as you see your progress. It also means one room may offer the space to temporarily house things from other rooms, giving you some flexibility.
As you go through each room, pay special attention to whether you actually need the objects within it. The Marie Kondo approach has become popular for a reason. As you go room by room, it’s often easy to spot the objects that “spark joy” and those that are just clutter, detracting from the ambience of the room.
2. Make Better Use of Storage Space
The right storage space solutions can make your home feel twice as large. Invest in storage containers, baskets, and closet shoe storage to help you organize your belongings. You can also use under-the-bed storage containers to store items you don’t use often.
Often, clutter problems are actually the result of not having enough storage in your home. That causes you to give things temporary homes or take the “I’ll move it later” approach. When you have extra storage, you soon realize that everything can have its place.
You can expand the quality of your storage in many ways, but the easiest is to get a larger closet or other large storage units, like the closet storage systems offered by Closet Doctor. Using vertical space solutions like shelving can also greatly extend your home’s storage.
3. Use More Labels
Labels can be your best friend when it comes to organizing your home. Place labels on everything from storage containers to the door of each room. That way, you’ll always know where things are.
It can also help to have a designated spot for each type of object. For example, have a basket for incoming mail and another for outgoing mail, and hooks for your keys. This will help to prevent “clutter creep” as you’ll always know where to put things back.
Labels are also helpful when you’re decluttering. It can be difficult to let go of some objects, but if you have a label that says “donate” it makes it easier to part with them by cementing that connection in your mind.
Organize Your House the Easy Way
These simple tips should help you organize your house in no time. And once it’s organized, you’ll be able to relax and enjoy your surroundings a lot more. Your home should be a place of peace and comfort, and this is a huge step toward achieving that.
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