7 Tips to declutter your home

‘Decluttering’ is a trendy term that is much bandied about over recent years. We touched on some aspects of it in the September issue’s article on Home Staging but even if you are not looking at selling your home, going through a process of decluttering can go a long way to regenerating spaces.

It can be a daunting task, but it’s an essential step to creating a more organised, peaceful living space. Here are some tips to help you get started:

Start small

Ghannel that mantra of ‘a journey of a thousand steps starts with…’ Don’t try to tackle your entire house at once. Start with one room or corner of a room and work your way up.

Set a timer

Give yourself a specific time (such as 30 minutes) on a Saturday morning to declutter. This will help you stay focused and not get overwhelmed. You can always extend this to weekdays or for longer periods.

Use the ‘one in, one out’ rule

When you bring something new into your home, get rid of something old. This will help keep your possessions in check and prevent clutter from building up.

Get rid of duplicates

Do you have multiple items that serve the same purpose? Get rid of the extra and keep only what you need.

Be ruthless

To be brutally honest, this should probably be point number one. When deciding what to keep and what to get rid of, ask yourself, ‘Do I really need this?’ and… ‘Will I use it in the next six months?’ If the answer is no, it’s time to let it go.

Organize what you keep

Once you’ve decluttered, take the time to organize what you’ve kept. This will make it easier to find what you need and keep your space clutter-free in the future.

Keep it up

This is kind of like an eating or exercise plan –see it as a lifestyle change rather than a one-off. Decluttering is an ongoing process. Set aside time each month to go through your possessions and get rid of anything you no longer need.

By following these tips, you can declutter your home and create a more organized, peaceful living space. Remember, the key is to start small and stay consistent.

Happy decluttering!

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