You know when we let our house go, it can resemble the look of the aftermath of a kid tornado? I get lazy too about putting things away. Often, there will be books and papers left on the kitchen table. At Simplicity we understand firsthand and want to help give you some methods to clear clutter in your home.
Clutter attracts more clutter on any flat surface
If it is a flat surface (like the floor, the table, the countertops), then the flat surface should be cleared of anything that is not a permanent fixture. When leaving a room, any flat surfaces should also be cleared.
Why have a rule that clears clutter from any flat surface? Well, clutter attracts clutter. Admit it, when your house is extremely clean with clear surfaces you tend to keep it that way longer.
Because there are already books and papers there, what is one more item? Clutter has a way of making you think “What’s the big deal with adding one more thing to the pile already there?” Before you know it, your house is a mess, and that overwhelming and anxious feeling you get about having to clean the entire house sneaks back up on you.
You choose the method that best suits your family
The slow method to clear clutter from flat surfaces:
Clear the clutter from all your countertops and other flat surfaces. Take your time, and work room-to-room. You can do it all in an afternoon, or you can spread it out over a week or two. Pick a schedule that works for you and your family.
As you gain momentum, you will want to move faster, as the feeling of relief you get from clearing the clutter is energizing!
You will then need to create an upkeep habit that sticks with you once the clutter is gone from any flat surface.
The quick method for decluttering countertops and any other flat surface clutter:
If you want to see major changes in your house and get some instant clutter relief, pick up a laundry basket and start in one room. Grab everything off any flat surface and put it in the basket. Then, start putting things in their designated place.
If you don’t have a home for something, create one now, that is not on a flat surface! After you finish one room, move on to the next room. Involve your family too. For little ones, they may not know where to put something. Help them find a permanent home for their belongings.
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Mail clutter is a huge contributor to flat surface clutter. Check out these tips on mail organizing!
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