Decluttering
Get decluttering advice in news, features, tips and tricks collated and compiled by the experts at Homes & Gardens.
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I tried decluttering my closet by asking myself, ‘Does this spark joy?’ Here’s how the KonMari method went, and why it works
I now have a pile of clothing to sell, donate and recycle which no longer speaks to my heart
By Rebecca Shepherd Published
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3 crucial things I know about tidying at nearly 40 that I wish I’d known at 20
I learned these the hard way
By Punteha van Terheyden Published
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I'm a visual learner and loved the Post-it Note decluttering method – it made streamlining the most stressful storage spot in my home a breeze
I usually put off decluttering my clothes, but this method made it easier to say goodbye
By Chiana Dickson Published
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The best decluttering methods – we've tried and tested 51 brilliant approaches to help you find the perfect 'Goldilocks' match
From serial procrastinators to decluttering go-getters and slow-living enthusiasts, there is a method to fit us all
By Chiana Dickson Last updated
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How to clear visual clutter in the bedroom in 5 simple steps – experts say decluttering will enhance your sleep
Transform bedroom chaos to calm with these decluttering tips
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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Astronaut Chris Hadfield reveals 7 out-of-this-world organizing tips from living on the International Space Station – they’ll transform how you tidy your home
Turbocharge how you tidy things for good
By Punteha van Terheyden Published
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Does organizing a living room feel really hard? Our expert advice will transform yours into a functional yet relaxing space
From decluttering tips to storage solution suggestions, our home organizing pros share their knowledge
By Ottilie Blackhall Last updated
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7 tips for harnessing great Feng Shui in the year of the Wood Snake – experts reveal all ahead of Chinese New Year
From setting your intentions to letting go of the old, this is how to optimize your home's energy this Lunar New Year
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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10 messy things in your home that instantly stress out professional organizers – and the easy fixes they swear by
From overstuffed drawers to knives on the loose – industry pros reveal their top red flags and their favorite solutions
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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Keeping my house tidy gave me terrible anxiety, then my therapist told me this one, eye-opening thing that changed everything
It was childhood trauma fueling my exhausting and overwhelming tidying
By Punteha van Terheyden Published
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Have you tried the C.H.A.O.S organizing method? Professional organizers reveal this 'simple and actionable approach' transforms messy homes
Turn chaos into calm in just five steps without indecision
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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Decluttering checklist – 34 things you can clear out right now
Tackle these clutter hotspots and you’ll notice the difference straightaway
By Chiana Dickson Last updated
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Professional organizers reveal 8 ways to banish visual clutter from your living room for a streamlined and stress-free space
Clear cluttered coffee tables, piles of toys and unruly cables
By Andy van Terheyden Published
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Let me de-influence you on the 5 stifling cleaning and decluttering beliefs that are actually holding you back
It'll make housekeeping easier and less stressful
By Punteha van Terheyden Published
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The secretly toxic bathroom storage items toxicologists urge you to replace now
Protect your health and your home with easy swaps
By Chiana Dickson Published
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I tried decluttering my makeup collection using 'body doubling' and got rid of 32 products
Decluttering has never felt so easy
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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Is decluttering worth it? Organizing experts reveal how 'the magic of decluttering' contributes to a happier home
Our panel of experts all agree on this one
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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The 4 most cluttered areas of every home hiding in plain sight – and how to tackle these mess hot spots once and for all
Conquer chaotic corners for good with these expert tips
By Chiana Dickson Published
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I'm a professional organizer and this is my 10-Step Decluttering Challenge for 2025 – it'll streamline your home with ease
My top 10 tips for success will whip your storage into shape in no time
By Di Ter Avest Published
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EXCLUSIVE: 'Most people were never taught to tidy’ – Marie Kondo on the 4 crucial tidying mistakes to unlearn, and what to do instead
The inventor of the KonMari method speaks to Homes & Gardens on learning how to tidy
By Marie Kondo Published
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How to declutter kitchen cabinets and keep them 'forever organized' in 6 simple steps
Expert advice to turn cabinet chaos into calm
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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I tried the versatile 'Today's Top Three' chore challenge and loved its adaptability
You can make it as quick or easy as you like
By Rebecca Shepherd Published
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7 things the most organized people have in their closets – and what they always do first
Streamline your chaotic closet with ease
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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6 things that always make entryways look cluttered – and how to streamline like a pro
Prioritize function with these quick tidying tips
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How to make your home feel like your own again after hosting for the holidays, according to our editors
Restore calm and comfort to your home with our expert tips to refresh your space after festive chaos
By Charlotte Olby Published
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I used the Japanese low-waste concept of 'Mottainai' to organize my busiest kitchen cabinets and decluttered with ease
It's taught me everything can serve a purpose
By Rebecca Shepherd Published
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What is the Pile Decluttering Method? Our organizing pros reveal this 'functional, hands-on approach' will transform your space with ease
Feeling the January blues? Tackle your decluttering to-do list with this speedy and efficient method
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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What is the 1-3-5 decluttering method? I tried it before guests arrived and it cured my hosting anxiety
Plus, it made the task an absolute breeze
By Chiana Dickson Published
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6 types of clutter you will never find in a minimalist home – and how they manage to keep it all at bay
These things never worry minimalists
By Chiana Dickson Published