Today, we’ll address the top things to declutter in each room. But, if your home is cluttered, it is probably already affecting your health, your finances, and your relationships. If you are ready to jump right in and get started decluttering, check out my plan here.
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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 like the one above to help you declutter every room in your home. You can find that here.
How do I minimize and declutter my bathroom?
Minimizing and decluttering your bathroom can create a more serene and organized space. Here are some steps you can follow:
- Take Inventory: Start by emptying out everything from your bathroom cabinets, drawers, and shelves. Sort through all items to determine what you want to keep, donate, or throw away.
- Declutter: Dispose of any expired medications, beauty products, or toiletries. Get rid of items you rarely use or that no longer serve a purpose. Consider donating unused items to local shelters or charities.
- Organize: Group similar items together. Use baskets, bins, or drawer organizers to keep items neatly arranged. Utilize vertical space by installing shelves or hooks for towels, robes, or accessories.
- Streamline Products: Simplify your beauty and grooming routine by keeping only essential products. Multi-purpose items can help reduce clutter. For example, opt for a shampoo and conditioner combo instead of separate bottles.
- Minimize Towels and Linens: Keep only the number of towels and linens you actually need. Donate or recycle old or worn-out towels and linens. Consider investing in high-quality, quick-drying towels to reduce the need for excess storage space.
- Invest in Storage Solutions: If space allows, install additional storage options such as wall-mounted cabinets, over-the-toilet shelving units, or under-sink organizers. Utilize vertical space to maximize storage without taking up floor space.
- Use Clear Containers: Store smaller items like cotton balls, q-tips, or hair accessories in clear containers or jars. This not only keeps them organized but also makes it easy to see when supplies are running low.
- Maintain Regularly: Make it a habit to regularly declutter and organize your bathroom. Set aside time once a month to go through your belongings and discard any items that have expired or are no longer needed.
- Limit Decor: While decorative items can add personality to your bathroom, too many can contribute to clutter. Choose a few select pieces that enhance the space without overwhelming it.
- Opt for Minimalist Design: When choosing fixtures and accessories for your bathroom, opt for minimalist designs that are both functional and visually appealing. This can help create a clean and streamlined look.
By following these steps, you can effectively minimize and declutter your bathroom, creating a more organized and relaxing space.
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First, I though it might be thought provoking to look at some statistics on clutter.
- US consumers buy 40% of the world’s toys, but bear only 3% of the world’s children.
- Most people wear 20% of their clothing 80% of the time. (source )
- 9.4% of U.S. households rent a storage unit. (source)
- People do not look at 80% of the papers and information they keep.(source)
- The average American house is double the size it was in the 1950s–and getting bigger. (source.)
- The U.S. Department of Energy reports that one-quarter of people with two-car garages have so much stuff in there that they can’t park a car. (https://www.becomingminimalist.com/the-statistics-of-clutter/)
- According to the National Soap and Detergent Association, getting rid of clutter would eliminate 40 percent of housework in the average home.(https://www.becomingminimalist.com/the-statistics-of-clutter/)
BATHROOM DECLUTTER CHECKLIST: How to Declutter a Bathroom
1.bath towels & wash cloths
2.linens
3.soaps
4.make up
5.curlers & hair appliances
6.perfume
7.floss
8.razors
9.lotions
10.lip balms
11.tweezers&nail clippers
12.sunscreen
13.hair products
14.toothbrushes &toothpaste
15.brushes/combs
16.shower caps
17.cotton swabs&nail polish
18.feminine products
19.sample products
20.skin care products
How To Declutter Your Bathroom:
Supplies Needed:
1. boxes -preferably ones you can donate (Avoid plastic storage bins because you may be tempted to just store the items and not part with them.)
2. sturdy trash bags
3. marker/pen to label boxes
Decluttering Tip: Avoid using storage bins to declutter. Storage bins tend to tell your brain to “store” the items for later. That is just delaying decisions. If you aren’t getting rid of items when you declutter, you are not truly decluttering. This is why I recommend a trash bag, also. A trash bag tells your brain to “trash” the item.
Obviously, recycle if you have that option. The boxes you use should be ones you are willing to part with, so I recommend sturdy cardboard boxes. As to donations, there are many charities that will come pick up your items for you at your home.
I use one in particular where you can book an appointment for pick-up online. This is so convenient, as it saves you the hassle of hauling stuff away yourself. Scheduling that pick-up also motivates you to declutter by a certain date.
As you are clearing away the clutter from your home, I want you to take notice of the common types of clutter you find lying about. Chances are, you have the same type of clutter you find yourself clearing daily.
For example, I have a kitchen countertop that daily becomes a clutter magnet. The types of clutter that appear here might be mail, packages to return to the store, projects that need to be completed, etc. If you will pay attention to the type of clutter you are clearing daily, it will show you what areas of your home need the most organization.
For example, mail piling up on the counter will reveal that you need to develop a “home” for your daily mail. I have a financial binder that I put all of the bills inside as soon as I bring them in the house. Mail that needs to be filed and kept goes into my daily file basket. Papers that need attention go into my daily planner.
How to Declutter Bathroom:
1. Start by eliminating trash first- use a sturdy trash bag
2. Sort items by category if needed so you can see what you have
3.Get rid of duplicate items, broken items, outgrown clothes and shoes, anything you’ll never use again
4. Box up the donations and trash/recycle the rest
5.Select a charity to donate your items and schedule the pick-up if that is an option
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.
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.
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Happy Decluttering!
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 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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