Save Yourself From Extreme Cluttering

By Christopher Wallace


In these times, adults are enjoying their free time more than ever. According to reports, more adults are waiting to start a family but taking part in things that make life more enjoyable. Taking fun classes, going to special events, and even doing something out of the ordinary can make a nice work life balance. On the other hand, they may find themselves overlooking seemingly small things, like cleaning their home or getting rid of unwanted items. Although extreme cluttering does not happen overnight, it can sneak up on a person.

Many people have seen comedies where a person will call themselves cleaning their home by literally sweeping everything under an area rug. What makes this humorous is the fact that a lot of people do this figuratively. From those pesky paper piles to the ever growing email box to clothes that will never be worn again.

One practical approach is to schedule time and use it to complete a particular task. If a person finds there is no time, they need to make a choice or two that will equate to no less than half an hour. Routines that can be sacrificed are online window shopping, talking on the phone, or watching repeat television shows.

However, problems arise when items begin to stack up around the house and eventually collect dust. Although intentions may be good in terms of using or fixing at a later date, the problems multiply when a person goes out of the way to find a storage container or space. The reason is that these unused items are still taking up precious space in the home or office.

Often it is as simple as noting what is not needed around the house. This may be easier said than done for the person that has large piles of unused or overlooked items sitting in their home or office but breaking things down into categories is best. Another approach is to tackle the room with the most clutter or is the greatest eyesore.

Sentimental pieces can be difficult to part with and should not be considered junk. If there is some visual appeal, a suggestion would be to place on a shelving unit with complementary pieces. Those items that do not fall into this category may be candidates for offsite storage if there are no solutions for keeping it out of the way.

Quick storage solutions include under the bed boxes, stackable containers, and things that hang vertically that can go on a door or inside a closet. While this seems like a lot, the best choice may be to visualize how things are stored and for how long. It also helps to be conscientious of spaces that are likely to get damp, like the car trunk or rooms with moist air.

Another helpful tip is learning how to keep a reasonable maintenance schedule. While some adhere to the spring cleaning rules, others may need to do a deep clean every season. The best way to meet these goals is to create a schedule that is productive and have others pitch in, if necessary.




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