Decluttering
Get decluttering advice in news, features, tips and tricks collated and compiled by the experts at Homes & Gardens.
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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
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I tried the chaos decluttering method – it's brilliant but better for smaller areas and definitely NOT for the easily overwhelmed
I gave the latest tidying craze a go
By Anna K. Cottrell Published
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7 golden rules for a clutter-free mudroom from professional organizers and interior designers
Keep this vital space well organized with expert tips
By Sophie Warren-Smith Published
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7 things everyone should get rid of on New Year's Day – why this quick clean-up is essential
While tidying may be the last thing on your mind on New Year’s Day, getting rid of these five things can help restore order over the stressful holiday period
By Chiana Dickson Last updated
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3 guilt-free ways to get rid of unwanted home gifts without putting them in the trash or selling them
Purge the guilt and clutter with these expert tips to find your unwanted gifts a new home
By Punteha van Terheyden Published
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5 last-minute items everyone should declutter before Christmas day
It will stop clutter accumulating with the coming influx of gifts
By Chiana Dickson Published
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The brutal 5-second decluttering rule is brilliant – my minimalist self approves
This quick and fast rule is harsh, but it works
By Rebecca Shepherd Published
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What is the Organizational Triangle? Experts reveal it will help you clear mess hot-spots in your home
This method transformed how I organize my vital storage spaces
By Seraphina Di Mizzurati Published
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How to declutter items your 'fantasy self' stubbornly holds on to
It can make your dreams of a tidy, streamlined home come true
By Ciéra Cree Published
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Is your clutter overwhelming? 5 brilliant ways Zen Minimalism might be the key for a peaceful home
Find abundance in less without losing what you love
By Ciéra Cree Published
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9 things guests instantly notice in your home at Christmas – and why they can make or break your hosting experience
These organizer tip-offs will help you tidy these problem areas
By Chiana Dickson Published
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'The beauty lies in its flexibility' – how the Japanese idea of 'inyo-onyo' can turbocharge your decluttering
Appreciate the beauty that comes with owning less through this mindful lens into decluttering
By Ciéra Cree Published
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6 things experts urge you to get rid of from your messy laundry room without another thought
Clutter can make tedious chores harder
By Chiana Dickson Published
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What is Danshari decluttering? Experts claim it will help you ‘adopt a minimalist mindset rather than reacting to disorganization’
Let go of items that bring guilt, obligation, or nostalgia but no longer serve you
By Chiana Dickson Published