As highlighted by Forbes in their article “10 Things Professional Organizers Say To Throw Out”, decluttering your home doesn’t have to be overwhelming. By asking yourself what to keep, sell, or donate, you can quickly create a cleaner, more organized space. Experts like Andrea Wolf of Organize Detroit and Wendy Trunz of Jane’s Addiction Organization recommend a structured approach to decluttering to make the process easier and more effective.
10 Things to Get Rid of Now
- Expired Items – Check food, medicine, and makeup for expiration dates and toss anything past its prime.
- Bathroom Clutter – Old lotions, soaps, and cleaning products often pile up under the sink—throw them out and organize with storage bins.
- Worn-Out Linens & Towels – If it’s stained, ripped, or doesn’t fit your bed, it’s time to let it go.
- Paper Clutter – Junk mail, outdated receipts, and loose papers in your home office should be shredded or recycled.
- Broken Toys & Games – Dispose of toys with missing or broken pieces, and donate outgrown ones to daycares or community groups.
- Old Cords & Electronics – If you have tangled cords and chargers you no longer use, recycle or dispose of them properly.
- Shoes That Don’t Fit – Donate or toss shoes that are uncomfortable, worn out, or broken to free up closet space.
- Dusty Storage Items – Reassess bins in your attic, basement, and closets—keep only meaningful keepsakes and limit storage bins to two or three per person.
- Unused Coats – Get rid of coats that are worn out, don’t fit, or haven’t been worn in years—donate good-condition ones to those in need.
Making Decluttering Easier
Professional organizers recommend emptying a space before sorting, using clearly labeled donation and trash bags, and scheduling donation pickups in advance. With a systematic approach, decluttering creates more space, reduces stress, and simplifies home maintenance.
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