Decluttering
Get decluttering advice in news, features, tips and tricks collated and compiled by the experts at Homes & Gardens.
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The best – and worst – viral decluttering and cleaning hacks ranked
There are tons of hacks for efficiently getting your cleaning and decluttering done, but which of them are actually a good idea? We rank them from best to worst
By Amy Hunt Published
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Decluttering a bedroom can improve sleep – experts reveal why
Clutter can disrupt sleep hygiene – 4 reasons why incorporating decluttering into a sleep routine is key for optimal sleep health and quality
By Lola Houlton Published
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How the ruthless Project 333 challenge could declutter your closet for good
Home organizers share their thoughts on the Project 333 challenge and share their tips for how to make the most of this ruthless closet decluttering method
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How to break the stages of clutter for a more peaceful home
The strategic approach to decluttering – experts explain how to implement preventive techniques, home organization habits, and a decluttering mindset
By Lola Houlton Published
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7 hacks minimalists depend on to keep their homes tidy
Professional organizers and declutterers reveal seven minimalist home hacks to help you keep a home tidy and free from everyday clutter
By Chiana Dickson Published
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I tried the SIMPLE method to tidy up – and restore order from chaos
I tried the SIMPLE method to help declutter, organize, and tidy up my home after a month of slacking, and it helped to reestablish order when I was most overwhelmed
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Organizing makeup – 10 ways to keep cosmetics in order
Arrange your stash like a professional with these expert ideas for organizing makeup
By Tara King Last updated
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How the 90/90 decluttering rule can help clear out your closet – here's how experts apply it
Professional home organizers explain what the 90/90 decluttering rule is and how to use it to help declutter a closet for a simplified morning routine
By Chiana Dickson Published
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This genius 15-minute decluttering trick helps me tidy my home fast
Spending a mere 10-15 minutes each day on this simple task can truly transform your space from cluttered to clutter-free.
By Gabriella Dyson Published
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Michelle Pfeiffer's open living room storage is an incentive to declutter – professional organizers say
In some cases, the most practical storage is also the most beautiful – and it's refreshingly simple to recreate
By Megan Slack Published
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How to get motivated to declutter – 7 proven ways to hype yourself up
Professional home organizers explain how to get motivated to declutter with seven of the best ways to hype yourself up and make organization less stressful
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How the DeclutterCore method promises an organized home – without any unnecessary stress or distractions
Professional home organizers explain what the CORE 4 method is, how it can help to organize your home and whether they think it works to help combat clutter.
By Chiana Dickson Published
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4 things you should never declutter first when tackling a messy home
Professional home organizers and declutterers reveal the four major categories you should never declutter first and why it is best to start elsewhere in your home
By Chiana Dickson Published
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The three-second decluttering rule – the quick-time hack organizers swear by
Professional home organizers and declutters share their thoughts on the quick three-second decluttering rule to help even the most indecisive of us clear clutter
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Is the 'one-in, one-out' rule the only decluttering technique you'll ever need?
The one-in, one-out rule is not just about minimizing possessions but about maximizing the quality and functionality of your living space.
By Lola Houlton Published
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How to declutter toys when your children aren’t on board – ways to minimize meltdowns
Decluttering toys when children aren’t on board may feel impossible, but it can be done – here’s how
By Tara King Published
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I tested the 'snowball' decluttering method to combat procrastination – here's what happened next
Why I use the snowball decluttering method and what organizing, cleaning, and psychology experts have to say about it – here's everything you need to know
By Lola Houlton Published
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How to declutter a dining room according to professional home organizers
Knowing how to declutter a dining room is essential for a stylish space that remains true to its purpose; designers share advice we can all embrace
By Camille Dubuis-Welch Published
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5 signs you are losing control of clutter – expert decluttering tips to avoid chaos
Professional declutterers share the five signs you are losing control of clutter, and how to declutter to step away from the edge of chaos
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Scandinavian organization techniques – 4 ideas to borrow from Nordic tradition
There's a lot we can learn from traditional Scandinavian organization techniques – so follow these 4 practices to restore order and balance to your home
By Lola Houlton Published
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How to apply Japanese organization techniques to your kitchen
These Japanese organization techniques aim to create a more tranquil and efficient kitchen and improve your mindfulness through organization, decluttering, and cleaning
By Lola Houlton Published
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These are the things making your closet look cluttered – and it isn’t just clothes
Professional declutterers and home organizers reveal the six things making your closet look cluttered that aren't clothes, helping you reestablish order
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Eco-friendly organizing tips for a more sustainable home
By choosing sustainable storage solutions, repurposing, upcycling, and decluttering mindfully, you can organize your home to minimize your environmental impact
By Lola Houlton Published
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5 Japanese organizing techniques to clean, declutter and reinvigorate your home
While organizing and cleaning may be a tiring process, these Japanese principles aim to renew and reinvigorate spaces, leading to a positive impact on the mind
By Lola Houlton Last updated
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I tried the ‘Boundary Method’ to declutter my junk drawer – this is how it went
I tried the boundary method to help tackle my kitchen junk drawer, and it has never been easier to navigate. Here is how to replicate the results at home
By Chiana Dickson Published
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5 things you need to declutter in January – for a fresh start to the new year
Professional home organizers share the five things you need to declutter in January for a fresh start and a calming home after holiday chaos
By Chiana Dickson Published
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6 New Year’s closet decluttering rules you need for a new you – according to professional organizers
Professional home organizers share their six New Year’s closet decluttering rules to set yourself up for a happier and more organized year ahead
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How to declutter a home room by room – 5 professional organizer steps for a thorough clear-out
Professional home organizers explain how to declutter a home room by room for a thorough clear-out that reaches every nook and cranny
By Chiana Dickson Published
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6 areas of your home to declutter before a baby arrives
Some call it nesting, we call it good sense – these are the areas of your home to declutter before a baby arrives, according to the pros
By Tara King Published