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Is it time for agood decluttering session?
Whether its holding onto small items just in case or not tackling each room methodically.
It is best to have the end goal in mind before starting.
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Experts say there are a few key approachesthat can make all the difference.
Here are six decluttering mistakes to avoid to make your next seasonal cleaning session a success.
Not having clear goals can lead to limited progress.
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After all, its easy to get distracted while going through old items that bring back good memories.
Decluttering involves getting rid of excess to make your home less cluttered.
Organizing is simply re-arranging the items you keep in a practical and aesthetically pleasing way.
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Organize only after youve finished sorting through what to toss.
A few strategies can help.
Pre-set a criterion for saving truly necessary items.
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If you cant resist the urge, do some research.
Also, review how easy or expensive it is to replace.
If its just a few bucks and easy to pick up in a pinch, let it go.
Use your answers to feel empowered about your decluttering decisions.
Decluttering without considering the flow of the space can result in a disjointed design, says Groebner.
The key is to keep only what can be stored neatly.
Anything more would defeat the purpose.
Replace non-storage furniture with similar- or smaller-sized pieces to hasten the decluttering process.
Incorporate declutteringinto your cleaning routine periodically to lighten the burden of cumbersome and time-consuming annual attempts.