The average homeowner will find themselves battling clutter at some point. And if we’re being honest, that ‘point’ will likely be an ongoing battle unless the true issue—lack of organization—is acknowledged and resolved.
Get organized and reclaim your space by making the most of your home’s space or taking advantage of a local storage facility. Here’s how to get started.
Assess and Determine Access
The whole point of organizing household storage is to keep the items you want safely tucked away, yet at the same time you will want to have access to the things you need when you need them.
For example, you won’t likely need those sentimental keepsakes very often, but periodically used items such as seasonal clothes and linens should be more accessible than mementos.
Assess what you have, making distinctions between frequently used and rarely used goods and store them appropriately.
Banish Nonsense Forever
While going through the clutter, a good portion of what you’re encountering are likely items long forgotten that only take up valuable space. We’re talking about those knickknacks, novelty items and that fondue pot that you were gifted that is still in the box.
You’re probably not going to get around to fixing that broken something-or-other, either. Plan to banish these items by passing them on to someone who will use them, donate them to charity, and just throw out the junk.
Getting it Under Control
Now that you know what you need and have determined how assessable certain items should be, it’s time to get some containers and pack items up by group and by need.
Clear plastic storage containers are incredible for all-purpose use, as they let you see what’s inside for fast identification. Consider getting a few long, shallow bins that can easily tuck under the bed for extra space.
Keep in mind, that containers similarly sized allow for easier organization in closets, attics and other places around the home you might keep your unused goods.
Still Need Storage Space?
Have you maxed out the attic, basement, closets and spare rooms or simply want to remove the items wholly from the home? Looking into a local self-storage or mini storage facility nearby might offer the ideal solution for your household overflow.
