Feel Good Home: Simple Ways to Stay Organised at Home
Embrace a home that feels tidy and well-organised by following these simple daily tips
Following a ‘little and often’ method for tidying and organising can make life a lot easier. If you want to stay on top of any household clutter, try on some of these tidy tips for size.
Store daily items in one place
If there are items you wear every day, such as a wedding ring or watch, consider keeping them in the same spot to avoid misplacing them. If you prefer to take accessories off as soon as you step through the door, a ‘catch-all’ bowl on a table by the entrance could come in handy.
If there are items you wear every day, such as a wedding ring or watch, consider keeping them in the same spot to avoid misplacing them. If you prefer to take accessories off as soon as you step through the door, a ‘catch-all’ bowl on a table by the entrance could come in handy.
Wipe down surfaces after cooking
The kitchen is one of the most hard-working rooms in the house and from time to time will need a deep clean. To keep it looking shiny in between, though, thoroughly wipe down all the surfaces after each cooking session and give any chrome or stainless steel a quick polish. It’ll keep the space looking fresh and ready for the next time.
The kitchen is one of the most hard-working rooms in the house and from time to time will need a deep clean. To keep it looking shiny in between, though, thoroughly wipe down all the surfaces after each cooking session and give any chrome or stainless steel a quick polish. It’ll keep the space looking fresh and ready for the next time.
Consider open shelving for easy access
Open shelving is so popular, and with good reason. Having all equipment and utensils on display makes finding them – and putting them back – so quick and easy.
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Open shelving is so popular, and with good reason. Having all equipment and utensils on display makes finding them – and putting them back – so quick and easy.
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Clear up after dinner
Of course there are always moments when it’s nice to leave the washing-up for later, but doing it right after dinner is also a great way to bring a calm and clutter-free atmosphere into your home.
Of course there are always moments when it’s nice to leave the washing-up for later, but doing it right after dinner is also a great way to bring a calm and clutter-free atmosphere into your home.
Use jars and baskets for excellent bathroom organising
Another room that has to work very hard is the bathroom. Storing items in clear jars or baskets will mean that family members and visitors alike will know exactly where to find things. It will also cut down on basin-side clutter, keeping things feeling peaceful.
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Another room that has to work very hard is the bathroom. Storing items in clear jars or baskets will mean that family members and visitors alike will know exactly where to find things. It will also cut down on basin-side clutter, keeping things feeling peaceful.
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Collate important documents in one place
Passports, driving licences and other important documents are best stored together, in one safe place. Box files and filing cabinet drawers are perfect for the job. And you’ll never wonder where your passport is again!
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Passports, driving licences and other important documents are best stored together, in one safe place. Box files and filing cabinet drawers are perfect for the job. And you’ll never wonder where your passport is again!
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Group similar objects together
Pens and pencils can often prove elusive in the home, nowhere in sight when you need one, then often turning up in the oddest of places. A Perspex box fixed to the wall like this is a simple addition to any work space, and will mean that, in those moments when you’re hunting for a pen, you’ll know where to look. If you don’t have a box, a mug or other pot will do the job just as admirably.
How do you stay organised at home? Share your tips in the Comments below.
Pens and pencils can often prove elusive in the home, nowhere in sight when you need one, then often turning up in the oddest of places. A Perspex box fixed to the wall like this is a simple addition to any work space, and will mean that, in those moments when you’re hunting for a pen, you’ll know where to look. If you don’t have a box, a mug or other pot will do the job just as admirably.
How do you stay organised at home? Share your tips in the Comments below.
I’m not sure there’s scientific proof for this, but making your bed will likely make you feel instantly calmer. It’ll also make getting back into bed at the end of the day nothing but a pleasure.