Professional organizerLaura Cattanoasks her clients to think about how they want to feel in their space.
After honestly answering those questions, the process of decluttering can begin with practical and sustainable tips.
Below, experts share their tips for keeping your home clutter-free.
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She adds, Get rid of anything that doesnt help you.
You buy stuff thathelpsyou do something.
This includes receiving from and buying gifts for others, says Cattano.
Reducing your spending in this area will help prevent clutter in your home and other people’s spaces.
If your children receive gifts, Cattano suggests prepping them to make room for the new stuff.
Suggest they choose a couple of items to donate before opening their presents.
She adds that deciding exactly what you want to see in a room can significantly reduce visual clutter.
Have a balance of open and closed storage space in a room, suggests Cattano.
Create Cleaning Rituals
Implementing two simple daily rituals will help prevent clutter from taking over, says Wirick.
This tactic is a sure way to stay on top of clutter.
That way when the container is near overflowing, you will be forced to cull through the items.
Clear Any Paperwork
Managing paperwork is key to a clutter-free home.
Always Put Things Back
Once you’ve decluttered, you’ll likelyhave a place for everything in your home.
This way you won’t misplace anything or buy duplicates that will re-clutter your space.
