7 foolproof rules to remove unnecessary clutter from your home

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• Consider the time
• Don't keep unnecessary duplicates
• Get rid of unmatched items
• Say no to free samples
• Use fewer cleaning products
• Avoid impulse buying during sales
• Maintain order every day

Consider the time

If you haven't used an item for several months, likely, you don't need it. Set a clear deadline - 3 or 6 months - after which you should get rid of unnecessary items.

Clothes that are left unused, appliances you haven’t turned on in years - these just take up space. Items that might still be useful to someone else are better donated to charity. The rest should be recycled or thrown away without hesitation.

Don't keep unnecessary duplicates

You don't need two identical items in your home if you don't use them regularly. Do you really need three identical knives or several baking pans if you bake rarely?

Choose the best one, and give it away or sell the rest. Household duplicates should only be kept in the amount you truly need. This way, you get rid of excess and make room for more useful things.

Get rid of unmatched items

Every home has things whose second part has long been lost. Single socks, containers without lids, earrings without pairs - they’re all useless. They only clutter up your closets and drawers, making you waste time looking for what you need.

By getting rid of such items, you'll feel how much more space there is in your home. It’s an easy way to make your household more convenient and organized.

Say no to free samples

Cosmetic samples you take "just in case" often end up sitting on shelves. Miniature bottles of hotel gels or perfumes from stores quickly accumulate and become useless clutter.

Moreover, most of these products expire, making them unsafe to use. If you don't use the samples, simply stop taking them. This will help you avoid cluttering your bathroom with small, unnecessary items.

The more things you have at home, the harder it is to organize them (Illustrative photo: Freepik.com)

Use fewer cleaning products

Every home seems to have numerous bottles of different cleaning products. But do you need a separate spray for glass, another for the kitchen, and a third for the bathroom?

All-purpose cleaners work just as well but take up less space. Instead of having a wide range of cleaning chemicals, it’s better to choose a few reliable options. This not only simplifies cleaning but also helps keep your cabinets organized.

Avoid impulse buying during sales

Discounts and promotions often make us buy unnecessary things. A seemingly good deal can lead to another unwanted item at home. A second item for free or a set with extra items isn’t always saving money.

Before buying something, ask yourself: do you really need it, or are you just tempted by the discount? Controlling impulse buys will help keep order and prevent clutter in your home

Maintain order every day

The main rule is not to put off cleaning for later. If you put things in their place immediately rather than piling them up, it will be easier to maintain cleanliness.

This is especially important for families with children, as toys and books quickly create a mess. A systematic approach will help make order a natural part of life. The sooner you make this a habit, the more comfortable your home will feel.

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• 9 useful habits that will keep your home always clean and tidy.

The sources used in writing this article include edition and websites Lifehacker, Apartment Therapy, and Spruce.