Whether you're a minimalist seeking simplicity, a busy parent in need of efficiency, or a homeowner looking to streamline your living space, organisation is key to maintaining a harmonious home environment.
How to Declutter Your Home Space to Make It Look More Organized
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Use vertical space wisely
Storage shouldn't just be limited to the ground level. Maximize your home's footprint by leveraging vertical space.
This can be done by mounting shelves and hooks on walls or investing in tall bookcases and cabinets to maximize storage capacity without taking up valuable floor space.
Vertical space is fantastic for storing books, displaying decor, and hanging coats or bags, and is especially useful for small living spaces where every inch counts.
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Drawer dividers for ultimate order
Keep drawers tidy with dividers—this can be particularly handy in kitchen and bathroom spaces.
Whether store-bought or DIY, dividers can help categorize utensils, cosmetics, and other small items, making them easier to find.
Plus, the compartments can also prevent items from shifting around and creating a mess within the drawers when they're opened and closed.
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Label everything
Take the guesswork out of where things belong by labelling shelves, bins, and baskets. This simple yet effective hack not only helps you stay organized but also makes it easier for family members to follow suit.
Consider using a label maker for a clean and consistent look, or opt for chalkboard labels that can be easily updated as needed.
Declutter with the 12-month test
To maintain minimalism and prevent clutter from accumulating, Compare the Market suggests adopting the 12-month test. This means if you haven't used/worn/needed the item in the 12 months previous, you should get rid of it.
This can be monitored in clothing by flipping the way you hang hangers at the start of each year. The 12-month test encourages thoughtful purchases and constant decluttering.
Make use of door backs
The backs of doors offer prime real estate for organization. Install over-the-door organizers in closets, pantries, and bathrooms to hold everything from shoes and accessories to cleaning supplies and toiletries or spices. You can also use adhesive hooks and hanging storage bags to keep smaller items within reach.
Hidden storage solutions
Utilize furniture with built-in storage, such as ottomans, benches, and beds with drawers underneath. These versatile pieces offer a dual purpose: providing a seating or sleeping space while discreetly storing linens, toys, or out-of-season clothing.
Having a lack of visible clutter can also be beneficial for mental wellbeing. A study comparing female students caring for an infant in a neutral living room and in a chaotic living room found that there was a causal relation to physiological stress for those providing caregiving within household chaos.
Magnetic strips to the rescue
Install magnetic strips in the bathroom and kitchen to hold metal items such as bobby pins, tweezers, scissors, knives, and spice containers.
This hack keeps these small, often misplaced items visibly organized and easily accessible. You can also use magnetic strips in craft rooms or offices to hold metal tools and supplies.
Streamline your entryway
It can be easy to clutter up your entryway with shoes, bags, and jackets. Combat this by using a shoe rack or basket to hold shoes, hooks for bags and jackets.
Create a designated “drop zone” for keys, mail, sunglasses, and other daily essentials. This will not only keep the area clutter-free but also make it easier to grab things on your way out the door.
Fold clothes vertically
Adopt the KonMari method of folding clothes vertically in drawers. This organization style allows you to see all your clothing at a glance and saves space, making it easier to keep drawers neat and content organized.
It also helps to prevent clothes from getting wrinkled and makes it easier to grab the item you want without digging through piles.
Utilise under sink organizers
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The kitchen can be a big place of clutter. Don't overlook the storage potential under sinks.
Use pull-out bins, tension rods to hang spray bottles, and stackable shelves to organize cleaning supplies, toiletries, and other under-sink essentials. This will not only make it easier to find what you need but also prevent spills and create a cleaner look.
Incorporating home organization hacks can dramatically improve the functionality and aesthetics of your living spaces. By implementing these strategies, you can create a more streamlined, efficient, and peaceful home environment.
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