Here’s a week-by-week plan.
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When was the last time youdecluttered your bedroom closet?
If you cant remember, theres a good chance you probablyneed to declutteryour entire home.
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While that might sound like a challenging project you just cant take ondont fret.
Weve found a way!
Its not too difficult to declutter your entire house if you give yourself a month to do it.
But that doesnt mean you should go in without a plan.
Heres how to do a totalhouse declutterin a month, according to a professional organizer.
Start in the living room.
Fold up blankets and fluff pillows!
If you have kids, there may be toys or sports gear in these spaces.
She tells me to move those items out of the living room and put them away.
You should also pick up any shoes or clothing hanging around.
After the living room, Duckworth recommends hitting up your dining room if you have one.
Lastly, dont forget the laundry room.
Dont forget to re-order any essentials.
Go through kitchen cabinets, drawers, and countertops.
Discard expired items, donate unused cookware, and organize what’s left.
Don’t forget the rest of the kitchen.
Toss out those stained dish towels.
Duckworth then advises emptying the pantry and categorizing items.
Discard expired goods,consolidate duplicates, and get any new storage containers you may need.
I like to use this time to cook a meal using any ingredients that will expire soon!
Week Three: Organize the Bedroom
Have you been avoiding cleaning out your closet for months now?
Its time to take it on.
Clean off those bedside tables and put all books you’re not reading away, says Duckworth.
Dont forget nightstand drawers and desk drawers if you have one in your bedroom.
Go through everything from cabinets to drawers and countertops.
Dispose of expired toiletries, organize essentials, and clean the space thoroughly.
Same for the basement!
ensure to finally donate any items you had waiting to donate in your car!
Take out the garbage and your entire house is officially decluttered.
