16 Simple Steps to a Clutter-free Home

By: Patty Grenda

As a working mother of two very active boys, my house can become cluttered very quickly. After many years, I learned how to clear the clutter in my own home and keep it clean and organized at the same time.  Here are sixteen simple steps to control the chaos in their own homes and clear the clutter once and for all.

  • Make the commitment to finally become clutter-free.
  • Be realistic with your expectations.
  • Set goals for yourself and establish an overall game plan.
  • Create a master list including specific details for each problem area.
  • Hire a professional organizer if the job is too big for you to tackle on your own.
  • Ask family and friends for help if hiring a professional is not an option.
  • Set a starting date and mark your calendar.
  • Arrange for a sitter allowing you to focus all of your attention to the task at hand.
  • Make the toughest room first priority.
  • Eliminate distractions by turning off all phones and TV’s.
  • Play some motivating music to create a soothing and more productive environment.
  • Sort through and categorize your clutter into specific groups, such as, storage, garbage, rummage sale, etc.
  • Label the various groups using a color-coded tagging system.
  • Always reward yourself after reaching each goal.
  • Reduce future clutter by putting things back where they belong.
  • Simplify your life by using a daily planner to help keep your new clutter-free home organized.
By: Patty Grenda - Creator of The Family Planner
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