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People often resolve to get organized in the new year and start by cleaning their homes. This process starts with decluttering—moving items to storage and getting rid of those you no longer use. Getting organized may feel like a challenging task, so here are a few simple steps to help you get started.

5 Steps to Getting Organized in the New Year

1. Go Room by Room

It’s easy to get overwhelmed if you look at this project as one massive to-do. Instead, go room by room, focusing on each space for an hour or two before moving on to the next. You can even tackle one area of each room at a time to further break it down. Try starting with a closet or bureau to make space for items that typically end up on the floor.

2. Sort Objects Into Piles

Sort the items in each room into four piles: donate, trash, keep, and place in storage. Send gently used clothing, linens, and appliances to a shelter or other donation organization, and throw out items that are broken or no longer usable. Put infrequently used items in boxes for storage and make sure the “keep” items are in the right rooms before putting them away.

3. Invite Each Family Member to Help 

storage Denton County TXDon’t take on this project by yourself! Instead, enlist each family member to go through their belongings and follow the four-pile method. This process will teach little ones how to part with items they don’t need and encourage them to stay organized. 

4. Replace Old Items

Over the year, many people buy new items but don’t get rid of the old. Consider how many of each object you need, from sweaters to socks and silverware, and prioritize keeping those you’ve used within the last six months. The next time you make a purchase, think about whether you can donate or throw out the older version to declutter throughout the year.

5. Put Away Holiday Decor

Now that the winter holidays are over, it’s time to pack up the decor. Wrap fragile objects and place them in storage boxes with grids to keep everything organized and prevent breakage. Wind indoor and outdoor light strands around flat pieces of cardboard and toss any that stopped working. You can then stack the cardboard in another box to have all the lights in one place. Keeping similar items together will make your storage unit more organized—and the decorations will be easier to find and put up next year.

 

If you’re looking for an affordable way to declutter in 2020, trust Advantage Storage – Flower Mound in Denton County, TX. Their climate-controlled units can hold anything, from seasonal recreation equipment to small household goods. Call (972) 212-5225 or visit the facility’s website for information on their month-to-month leases and available packing supplies.

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