Don’t Move, Just Reorganize

How to declutter your home

Storage bins are a great way to organize many smaller items. Igisheva Maria/Shutterstock

Being organized is directly related to two factors: the amount of available space and the number of items to be stored in that space. When the volume of items surpasses the available space, clutter results.

There are several solutions: hold a garage sale or organize the items, both of which entail identifying anything that can be disposed of or relocated. Or, you can just give up and move to a more spacious home. The best option may be to devise a more efficient way to organize the items.

Knowing When It’s Time for Action

Clutter is not all that dissimilar to dust; it starts off barely noticeable but, if left unchecked, can eventually become a problem. Being proactive can be an effective way to prevent clutter from occurring. This calls for being aware as more furniture, stereo equipment, cookware, exercise equipment, or anything else comes into the residence.