or “Do I have too much clutter?”

“The real problem is that they have too much stuff.

Does everything belong in this room?

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Are thereitems that can be donatedor do you want to keep everything already in this space?

Do you have time to tackle the entire room or should you work on small tasks first?

Be realistic about the amount of time needed to organize the space.

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Of course, the easiest way to organize most rooms is toget rid of as much clutter as possible.

If possible, remove everything from the space.

Group similar items to decide what you want to keep, donate, recycle, toss, or sell.

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She recommends combining all of the bottles into one.

Consolidate products and recycle the empties to free up space.

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This also applies to cleaning supplies but never mix brands because there can betoxic chemical reactions.

Tech hubs free up counter and drawer space while also acting as storage.

it’s possible for you to even stash smaller bags and wallets in larger purses.

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Make a list of what’s inside for easy access when you’re ready to use the items.

Go Vertical

Vertical storage is a game changer for small spaces.

It will look like an art display and keep the items you use at your fingertips.