Does the mere thought of decluttering your garage make you want to run and hide? If you’re like most people, your garage is probably a dumping ground for everything you don’t know what to do with. But fear not, decluttering your garage doesn’t have to be a daunting task. With these tips and tricks, you can declutter like a pro and transform your garage into a functional space you’ll love.
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. Are You Tired of a Messy Garage? Here’s How to Declutter Like a Pro!
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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Are You Tired of a Messy Garage? Here’s How to Declutter Like a Pro!
- Start with a plan. Before you start decluttering, it’s important to have a plan in place. Decide what you want to achieve and set achievable goals. Break the task into smaller, manageable chunks to make it less overwhelming. For example, you could tackle one section of the garage at a time, starting with the least cluttered area.
- Sort everything into categories. To declutter like a pro, you need to sort everything into categories. Create piles for items you want to keep, donate, sell, or throw away. This will help you stay organized and focused.
- Be ruthless. One of the biggest obstacles to decluttering is the emotional attachment we have to our possessions. But if you want to declutter like a pro, you need to be ruthless. Ask yourself if you really need each item, and if it’s adding value to your life. If not, it’s time to let it go.
- Get rid of duplicates. Another common problem in garages is having multiples of the same item. For example, you might have several hammers or screwdrivers. Keep only one of each item and get rid of the rest.
- Use storage solutions. Once you’ve sorted everything into categories, it’s time to organize the items you want to keep. Invest in storage solutions such as shelving, cabinets, and pegboards to maximize your space. Use clear plastic containers to store smaller items, so you can easily see what’s inside.
- Label everything. To keep your garage organized, label everything. This will help you find what you need quickly and easily. Use a label maker or simply write on masking tape and stick it onto the container.
- Use the vertical space. Make use of the vertical space in your garage by installing shelving units and hooks. This will free up floor space and make it easier to find what you need.
- Create zones. Divide your garage into zones based on how you’ll use the space. For example, create a gardening zone for your lawn equipment, a workshop zone for your tools, and a sports zone for your equipment. This will help you stay organized and make it easier to find what you need.
Decluttering your garage can be a daunting task, but with these tips and tricks, you can do it like a pro. Remember to start with a plan, sort everything into categories, be ruthless, get rid of duplicates, use storage solutions, label everything, use the vertical space, and create zones. By following these steps, you’ll have a clean, organized garage in no time.
Here’s How to Declutter Like a Pro! 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.
How to Declutter Like a Pro: We are working in the Garage this week. Your task today for today, May 22nd, is to: Declutter any unwanted or broken camping supplies.
Maybe, if you’re like me, you hold onto boxes of some of your more expensive purchases, such as a TV or computer, just in case you need to return them within the store’s return policy time. If so, make a note to discard these boxes routinely(once a month is fine), so they don’t pile up.
Tip: When dealing with sentimental items such as trophies and photos, consider how you might display them in your home if you plan to keep them. For photos, consider storing them in a box or an album in your home.
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 learn How to Declutter Like a Pro! You can find that 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. 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 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: Sign up for the Declutter Series and get your entire home decluttered in just 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week.
Step 4: Use the Deep Cleaning Checklists above. They will help you get your home sparkling after you’ve decluttered.
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