Keeping your home tidy, clean and organized seems like an impossible task, but you know what? Organising your house will make keeping it clean and tidy easier, and once you have done it once, unlike cleaning, you can pretty much keep it that way with a bit of effort, of course.
That being the case, let’s take a look at what you can do to organise your home and keep it that way (and clean too) because life is better when it’s organised, right?!
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Start Small, Stay Sane
Rome wasn’t built in a day, and neither will your perfectly organised home. Pick one area to tackle—maybe that kitchen drawer overflowing with takeaway menus and rogue rubber bands—and work your way out. The key is momentum. Start with small wins, and suddenly, tidying the entire garage feels almost doable.
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Garage Shelving is Your Hero
Speaking of the garage, if yours looks more like a disaster zone than a storage space, it’s time to invest in some proper garage shelves like these Tufferman shelving units. Not only does it get your tools, sports gear, and random boxes of Christmas decorations off the floor, but it also creates that glorious illusion of order. Suddenly, you’ll feel like one of those super-organised people who always know where their extension lead is. Fancy that!
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Bins, Baskets, and Boxes, Oh My!
If there’s one thing Pinterest has taught us, it’s that putting things in baskets automatically makes you feel more organised—even if they’re just baskets full of chaos. Use labelled bins for toys, cables, or anything else that seems to multiply when you’re not looking. Clear boxes are even better because you can see what’s inside without having to play “lucky dip” every time you need something.
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Ruthlessly Declutter (Yes, Even That Drawer)
Here’s the harsh truth: you can’t organise clutter. If it doesn’t spark joy, hasn’t been touched in years, or is broken beyond repair, it’s time to let it go. Donate it, recycle it, or bin it—whatever it takes to make space for the things you use. Yes, this applies to the 15 mismatched Tupperware lids in your cupboard too.
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Use Vertical Space
Walls aren’t just for hanging pretty pictures—they’re prime real estate for storage. Install hooks for coats, racks for shoes, or even a pegboard in your kitchen for utensils. It’s like giving your clutter a home off the floor, which is half the battle when it comes to keeping your house in order.
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The “One In, One Out” Rule
This little gem is life-changing: for every new item you bring into your home, something else has to go. Got a new pair of shoes? Bye-bye, that scuffed-up pair you’ve been pretending you’ll wear again. It’s simple, ruthless, and keeps the clutter at bay.
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Maintenance Mode: The Final Boss
Once everything is in its place, the real challenge begins: keeping it that way. Set aside 10 minutes each day for a quick tidy-up. It’s easier to nip a mess in the bud than to let it grow into a full-blown tornado. Plus, you’ll feel like a superhero with your superpower being a spotless home. Not bad, eh?
Your home, your sanctuary. Always!
