When you declutter your entire home, you may feel more confident, less anxious, and organized. If you tend to cling on to unused objects instead of throwing them out or putting them in storage, the idea of a whole-house cleanout may seem daunting. However, there are ways to manage this task, and you can simplify the process by following these four tips.

How to Declutter Your House 

1. Take It One Room at a Time

Make decluttering less intimidating by tackling one room at a time. When you enter a room, put all of its items into a pile on the floor, bed, sofa, or another large and flat surface. This strategy allows for easy sorting and makes it less confusing when organizing. 

2. Throw Out or Donate What You Don’t Need

When sorting through each room’s pile, think about how often you use each object. If you never use an object, it’s usually best to get rid of it. Throw out unused technology items or appliances that are in poor condition and donate objects that someone else might find useful. This will clear the clutter out of your home, and may even allow you to find new purposes for old items. 

3. Store Seasonal Items  

Objects you only use occasionally can take up a lot of space. Whether it’s seasonal decor and clothing or something much larger like a motorcycle or boat, infrequently used items should be placed in a secure storage unit. You’ll have easy access to these objects while keeping your home free of clutter. 

4. Deep Clean

After you’ve sorted through a room’s pile, remove the objects you’ve chosen to keep and deep clean the entire room. Along with vacuuming, sweeping, and mopping, dust the baseboards and clean under the furniture. Remove any cobwebs from the ceiling, and wipe down doors, walls, shelves, and drawers with a cleaning spray. If you notice any tears in the curtains, scuffs on the hardwood, or stains on the carpet, now is an ideal time to contact a professional to make these fixes before moving your items back into the room. 

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