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Closets are notorious for becoming the epicenters of clutter over the years. When clothes, shoes, boxes, and other knickknacks begin to pile up, you may feel overwhelmed at the prospect of cleaning out these areas of your home. Fortunately, you can make the process quick and simple by using some of the following decluttering and storage tips. 

4 Tips for Cleaning Out Your Closet

1. Keep What You Need

As you clean out the closet, keep only the items you need the most, like clothes and shoes you wear regularly, backpacks or purses you use often, and everyday cleaning supplies. As a general rule, if you haven’t worn or used an item in over a year, set it aside for donation or storage.  

storage2. Donate Extra Items

During the closet clean-out process, you might notice you have two of the same pair of shoes or more winter coats than you’ll ever need. Make a box for duplicate or surplus items, and donate them to a local shelter or charity.

3. Decide What to Discard

It’s not uncommon to find broken or damaged items in your closets. These may include appliances that no longer work, garments with holes in them, or bags with nonfunctional zippers. Recycle any materials per the terms of your local waste management company, and throw out the rest.

4. Make a Pile for Storage

Closets often hold items you only need at certain times of the year. Holiday decorations, off-season apparel, and heavy blankets or bedding are good candidates for storage rentals. You’ll save space while still being able to access them when needed.

 

When you’re ready to clean and declutter your home, store your extra items at Advantage Self Storage in Flower Mound, TX. For over 20 years, this facility has provided climate-controlled household and commercial storage solutions, including space for RVs and boats, to Texas, Arizona, and Colorado. Call (972) 212-5225 to reserve a unit near you. Visit them online to explore their services. 

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