These 7 Surprising Mistakes Everyone Makes In Organizing The House
Common mistakes that might mess up your home's order, and the simple steps you must take to avoid them
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Keeping a tidy house is a task that challenges many of us. Often, good intentions can lead to mistakes that make daily maintenance or ease of use harder at home. Here's a list of what to do and what not to do to maintain order and comfort in your home.
What not to do:
Accumulate unnecessary items: Collecting items thinking "maybe we'll need them in the future" creates unnecessary clutter and makes it hard to keep the order.
Store items randomly: Putting items into drawers or cabinets without a plan leads to chaos and inefficiency.
Hide useful items: Storing items that are used daily in hard-to-reach places leads to frustration.
Ignore small corners in the house: Places like the cabinet under the sink or the upper cabinets in the kitchen can become cluttered and underutilized.
Overload shelves and tables: An excess of items creates a sense of mess and visual overload.
Use inefficient furniture: Furniture that does not provide storage solutions takes up valuable space without contributing to order.
Not dedicate a defined place for common items: Items like keys, phones, or wallets can get scattered around the house if they don't have a designated spot.
What to do:
Sort items regularly: Set a sorting day every few months to get rid of unused items. If you haven't used it in the past year – you can probably do without it.
Store by categories: Sort your items by categories, like kitchen utensils, toys, or documents. Use labels to make identification easier.
Use smart storage: Choose divided drawers, transparent boxes, or open shelves for easy access and convenience.
Use multi-functional furniture: Choose furniture like beds with storage drawers, tables with built-in shelves, or convertible sofas.
Organize small spaces: Invest time in organizing hidden areas with solutions like smart kits, hooks, or custom fixtures.
Maintain an airy look: Keep only cherished decorative items on shelves and tables and remove unnecessary clutter.
Utilize technology: Use home inventory management apps or organizing ideas from the internet to optimize order.
Dedicate a defined place for useful items: Allocate a small tray or a dedicated basket for keys, phones, and items used daily.
In summary, keeping a tidy home requires thought and planning, but it doesn't have to be a complex task. Avoid common mistakes, practice beneficial habits, and enjoy a pleasant and organized environment that will enhance your quality of life.