If your attic has become a catch-all for everything from old holiday decorations to long-forgotten childhood toys, it’s time to declutter and organize like a pro. With a few simple steps, you can transform your cluttered attic into a functional and organized storage space. Here’s how to get started.
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. Let’s look at you can transform your cluttered attic today.
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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Say Goodbye to Your Cluttered Attic: Learn How to Declutter and Organize Like a Pro!
Step 1: Set a Goal
Before you begin decluttering, it’s essential to set a goal. What do you want to use your attic for? Do you need storage space, or do you want to turn it into a hobby room? Having a clear idea of what you want to achieve will help you stay motivated throughout the decluttering process.
Step 2: Sort Your Stuff
The next step is to sort through everything in your attic. Start by creating piles of similar items, such as holiday decorations, seasonal clothing, and sentimental items. As you sort, make a decision about each item. Ask yourself if you really need it, when was the last time you used it, and if it’s still in good condition. If you haven’t used something in a year or more, it’s probably time to get rid of it.
Step 3: Declutter
Once you’ve sorted your stuff, it’s time to declutter. Donate or sell anything that’s still in good condition but that you no longer need. Toss anything that’s broken or in poor condition. You may also need to dispose of hazardous waste items, such as old paint or motor oil, in a safe and responsible manner.
Step 4: Create Zones
Now that you’ve decluttered, it’s time to create zones in your attic. Consider creating a zone for each of the following categories: holiday decorations, seasonal clothing, sports equipment, and sentimental items. By creating zones, you’ll be able to find what you need quickly and easily, and you’ll be less likely to create clutter in the future.
Step 5: Maximize Your Space
Finally, it’s time to maximize your space. Consider installing shelves, cabinets, or drawers to create more storage space. Use the walls and ceiling to your advantage by hanging items, such as bicycles or skis, from hooks. Consider investing in stackable storage containers to keep smaller items organized.
In conclusion, decluttering and organizing your attic can seem overwhelming, but with a few simple steps, you can transform your cluttered space into a functional and organized storage area. By setting a goal, sorting your stuff, decluttering, creating zones, and maximizing your space, you’ll be on your way to a clutter-free attic in no time. So why wait? Get started today, and say goodbye to your cluttered attic once and for all!
5 IMPORTANT guidelines to keep you on task as you tackle Your Cluttered Attic
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 11th, is to: Declutter any important documents- such as titles for vehicles you no longer own or mortgage papers for properties you no longer own.
Note: The Internal Revenue Service Recommends keeping important tax documents for up to 7 years, if you filed for any losses.
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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New to deemiddleton.com and don’t know where to start? I recommend going in this order:
Step 1: Check out this post on the 1st step you should take to get organized. If you don’t have a calendar, you can grab my free weekly printable calendar page here. It is in my shopify store, but it is totally free, so you won’t be prompted to put in any payment information. It is a free download and will be delivered straight to your email.
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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For further reading, check out the fly lady here. She has some great cleaning and kitchen decluttering ideas plus excellent organization tips to get you started.
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