But having a trulyminimalist homecomes down to much more than design choicesit’s also about keeping each room clutter-free.
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“Cardboard boxes, packing peanuts, and bubble wrap add up quickly,” she says.
“Paper clutter is one of the biggest culprits of chaos,” Lichtenstein says.
“That chipped mug or broken phone charger youve been meaning to fix?
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If its been sitting around for a while, its time to part ways,” she says.
“These items only add guilt and visual clutter.”
There’s also one item in particular Lichtenstein says to stay on top of swapping out.
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“Sponges can harbor bacteria and lose their cleaning power over time,” she says.
“If you don’t have a use for them, toss them.”
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