The home is a safe and secure space for any family, a place where there is comfort, where you can feel most at ease and be yourself without judgement. However, when the home is cluttered and messy, it can be difficult to relax and create a positive flow of energy. I am a true believer that having a well organized home can exude positive energy and in return…great things will follow. This is where effective organization comes in – by taking a little time to organize your home, not only can you save yourself a lot of time and headaches in the long run but also establish a space that attracts positivity and welcoming energy. Here are 10 simple hacks to organizing your home that anyone can follow.
1. Create a designated space for everything and put things back in their place after using them. This hack may seem like a no-brainer, but it’s amazing how many people don’t have a specific place for everything in their home. By having a designated space for all of your belongings, you will know exactly where to find everything when the time comes to use it.
2. Utilize vertical storage whenever possible. There are many ways to utilize vertical space in order to organize the home – shelves, cabinets, and racks can all be used to store belongings vertically, rather than taking up horizontal space. This is especially helpful when trying to organize a small room and floor space is at a premium.
3. Group like items together. This hack is especially helpful when it comes to the pantry, closet, or garage. By grouping like items together, it will be easier to find what you are looking for and you won’t have to spend time rummaging through piles of belongings looking for that one specific item.
4. Invest in some good quality storage containers and baskets. Storage containers and baskets come in all shapes and sizes, and there is definitely one out there that will fit your needs. Not only do they help to organize belongings but they can also add a touch of personality to any room.
5. Don’t be afraid to get rid of excess belongings that has been sitting still for years. If you haven’t touched an item for 2 years or more, then it’s probably time to let it go. Don’t keep things around just for the sake of it – if you don’t love it or use it, then get rid of it!
6. Use hooks, pegs, and racks whenever possible. These are all great ways to organize belongings while also freeing up floor and counter space. Don’t be afraid to fix some nails in the wall or use removable adhesive options in order to add some hooks – they can be used for hanging coats, bags, towels, and more.
7. Take advantage of empty wall space. There is a lot of potential in empty wall space – it can be used to organize belongings, display artwork or family photos, or even create a functional work area. Don’t let that blank wall go to waste, it’s like an open canvas inviting some of your personality. Some floating shelves or investment in new cabinetry can help find a home for bits and pieces.
8. Create a routine and stick to it. This hack is especially helpful when it comes to the kitchen and bathroom. By creating a routine for cleaning these two areas, you will be able to keep them organized and clean on a regular basis.