Attics often end up being a storage space for all the items we don’t know what to do with. They accumulate over time, and before you know it, your attic has become a cluttered mess. But with a minimalist approach, you can declutter your attic and create a space that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing. Here are some attic decluttering tips with a minimalist approach.
Welcome to the Year Long Thorough Declutter Series! We will be starting by decluttering specific daily tasks. Each day is dedicated to spending only 30 minutes decluttering your specific daily task. We will be working 5 days a week, so you can take 2 days to enjoy time with your loved ones. Today, we’ll cover some attic decluttering tips.
Also, you can get the complete digital printable copy of the Year Long Thorough Declutter Series Calendar and Checklists here. The printable digital download is delivered to your email. It includes 25 pages of printable calendar pages and checklists to help you declutter every room in your home. You can find that here.
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6 Attic Decluttering Tips: a Minimalist Approach
- Assess what you need and what you don’t
The first step to decluttering your attic is to assess what you have and what you no longer need. Take an inventory of all the items in your attic and decide whether you need them, want them, or can do without them. Be honest with yourself and only keep the things that serve a purpose or bring you joy.
- Start with the big items
Once you have assessed what you have, start decluttering with the big items. These could be things like old furniture, appliances, or sports equipment. If you don’t use it or don’t have a plan to use it in the near future, consider donating, selling, or recycling these items.
- Sort items by category
Sort the remaining items by category, such as clothes, books, toys, and electronics. This will help you see what you have and avoid duplicates. It will also make it easier to decide what to keep and what to let go of.
- Let go of sentimental items
Sentimental items can be some of the hardest to let go of, but they can also be some of the most clutter-inducing. If you have items that hold sentimental value but are taking up space in your attic, consider taking a picture of them and then letting them go.
- Use storage solutions
Once you have decided what to keep, use storage solutions to keep your attic organized. Use clear bins to store items, label everything clearly, and keep like items together. This will make it easier to find what you need when you need it.
- Be mindful of what you bring into your attic
Finally, be mindful of what you bring into your attic in the future. Resist the temptation to store things in your attic just because you don’t know what else to do with them. Only bring things into your attic that serve a purpose or bring you joy.
Decluttering your attic can seem like a daunting task, but with a minimalist approach, it can be a rewarding experience. By only keeping what you need and being mindful of what you bring into your attic, you can create a space that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing. Happy decluttering!
Attic Decluttering tips: 5 IMPORTANT guidelines to keep you on task:
1.Only spend time on your specific daily task.
2.Do not get side-tracked or distracted.
3.Work within a time of day that you have the most energy and stamina.
4.Avoid thinking too long about whether to keep or discard an item. Recruit help if you are stuck in the decision process.
5.Avoid cleaning during your declutter. Getting rid of the clutter is your priority. Cleaning can be accomplished later.
We are working in the Attic this week. Your task today for today, May 7th, is to: Declutter any soiled or stained items.
Need to deep clean? I have lists for you to guide you along.
My How to Deep Clean Your Kitchen list can be found here.
My How to Deep Clean Your Bathroom list can be found here.
My How to Deep Clean Your Kids’ Rooms list can be found here.
My How to Deep Clean Your Living Room list can be found here.
My How to Deep Clean Your Bedroom list can be found here.
You can get your printable Daily Housekeeping Routine and Deep Cleaning Your House Schedule here. This 15 page printable kit is delivered digitally to your email for you to print and personalize. What Does a Deep Clean Include? It includes a daily schedule, calendar pages, and deep cleaning checklists for every room and area of your home. Below is a sample page of what you’ll get in my printable set designed to help you make a Housekeeping Schedule for Your Home.
Also, to keep up the general housework, you may need to create a daily housekeeping schedule that suits your specific needs. To do so, I have created a helpful series you can read here.
Need to Declutter Every room? I have declutter checklists for every room and every space in your home to guide you along below.
Also, you can get the complete digital printable copy of the Year Long Thorough Declutter Series Calendar and Checklists here. The printable digital download is delivered to your email. It includes 25 pages of printable calendar pages and checklists to help you declutter every room in your home. You can sign up here.
Struggling to decide if an item is clutter? Use these questions below to help you determine whether to keep or toss any item.
How to Declutter the Guest Room or Your Kid’s Room checklist can be found here.
How to Declutter Your Laundry Room and Patio checklist can be found here.
How to Declutter Your Coat Closet/Hall Closet/Linen Closet checklist can be found here.
How to Declutter Your Home Office checklist can be found here.
How to Declutter Your Attic checklist can be found here.
How to Declutter Your Garage checklist can be found here.
How to Declutter Your Living Room checklist can be found here.
How to Declutter Your Kitchen Checklist can be found here.
How to Declutter Your Entry/Foyer/Mudroom checklist can be found here.
How to Declutter Your Clothing checklist can be found here.
How to Declutter Your Bedroom checklist can be found here.
How to Declutter Your Bathroom checklist can be found here.
Happy Decluttering!
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Step 1: Check out this post on the 1st step you should take to get organized. Also, you can get the complete digital printable copy of the Year Long Thorough Declutter Series Calendar and Checklists here. The printable digital download is delivered to your email. It includes 25 pages of printable calendar pages and checklists to help you declutter every room in your home. You can sign up here.
Step 2: Create a daily Housekeeping Schedule. You can use this series to start to set up your own schedule. You can also use this simplified weekly schedule.If you often ask: What is the fastest way to clean a dirty house? Or, if you struggle to get organized and have tried and failed time and again, you can likely find out which of these 11 reasons cause you to fail to get organized.
Step 3: How do you remove clutter?.…Sign up for the Declutter Series and get your entire home decluttered in just 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week.”Declutter Your Home” checklists are provided in each email.
Step 4: What is the fastest way to clean a dirty house? Use a timer and use the Deep Cleaning Checklists above. They will help you get your home sparkling after you’ve decluttered.
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Also, check out a great post on decluttering over here from becomingminimalist.com. Joshua Becker has some great tips on decluttering and minimalism.
For further reading, check out the fly lady here. She has some great cleaning and decluttering ideas plus excellent organization tips to get you started.
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