Piling up junk is like a feedback loop: one thing leads to another and in no time, you end up with a pile of junky mess. It may be satisfying and soothing for some. For others, it is a job that can never be done. Because it requires a lot of time, willpower, and workforce!
There is a point where even thinking of junk removal gives you a panic attack. Where to get started from? Which day should I choose? And how on earth will I sort useful and useless things?
Here, we have come up with ideas to help you get rid of the clutter. Junk, that has been disturbing you from deep within for quite a while.
The “Like dissolves Like” principle:
Similar things go with each other. Compartmentalization is the answer to the tiny objects creating a bigger mess. For example, your jewelry items. They may be misplaced because you placed them in the living room when you came home. Batteries, pencils, and other stationery, kitchen utensils that are daily used, books if you are a book-lover, and misplaced stuff: this is where you start. Organize them first by placing them in their dedicated compartments.
Getting done with this first step will make you a lot less frustrated because things will get clearer.
Sweep each corner with a bag
Having done with the proper placing of small but essential items, it is finally time to get rid of junk. Yes. You are going to bag sweep each room of your house. Improvise a large bag and take a round of each room taking small steps. Even your closets and bathroom cabins.
Put in the bag anything that:
- Is no more useful
- Is useful but you never use it or you are never going to use it
- Can be recycled.
What belongs to which category is not a matter of concern for now. It’ll be sorted out later. This bag contains the epicenter of the junk hurricane!
Trash, Give, and Donate!
it’s time to deal with the mighty bag of junk or whatever looks like junk. For that, spare some time out. Look for three containers. Label them as “Give” “Donate” and “Trash”. One thing to take note of is the environment. Anything that is waste material should be set aside so that it can be easily dealt with.
The “Give” Container:
This container contains stuff that is of no use to you but you know a person or two who you think may use it. For instance, books, cushion covers that do not match the size of your cushions, phone charger is not compatible with your mobile, etc.
The “Donate” Container:
This is a bag of things that are supposed to go to charity. Some various organizations and websites facilitate you as well in this aspect.
The “Trash” Container:
This is the bag of trash. Separate things that are useless, such as expired products.
Dealing with electric cords
The drift of technology is not new. But the idea of using them for hours on bed or couch with the whole charging system set up nearby is quite recent and common. Extensions, laptop charging cord, mobile charger, all can sum up to build chaos. How to clean this up which is not junk but a mess?
Try setting up a charging station so that they can charge out of sight. For example, nightstands have space between the drawers. You can run a power strip from behind and put the whole setup inside the drawer.
Corral up together all the cords in one extension. You can a paper tape or wrap them up with a piece of cloth. This looks a lot more sorted. For extra cords, use command hooks inside the closet. Wrap longer cords with DIY paper tubes or wrappers.
Clothing is a whole Different Department
You can apply the same “give, donate, and trash” principle to the clothes as well. But it needs some consideration. Make some rules for your closet. For example, a 30-hanger closet. Whenever you shop, donate, or get rid of an equal number of hangers in your closet.
To go a step ahead to make more room, replace hangers with shower curtain hooks. They occupy less space. They can also look after your extra belts, handbags, and scarfs. Identify clothes that are old and you haven’t used for a long time, but are still useable. You can either donate them or resale them on various recycling websites. Clothing items that are ripped and they are not in a condition to be donated or reused. Use them for cleaning and dusting purposes.
Conduct a Garage Sale!
Garage sale or yard sale is a very effective way to get rid of everything that may or may not be junk. You can make it bigger by conducting it in groups. And advertising it locally. This can help you get something in return for your belongings and also clean up the mess.
Go de-clutter!
All the above steps deal with a build-up of junk. The following tips will help you not to end up in clutter in the first place. Deal with the clutter traps every weekend. These are the tables and shelves in the entrance where almost everything is tossed.
Wrap and secure the cords around appliances, especially the unused ones. Use hooks. Replace towel bars and hangers with hooks. Replace your discount cards, contact cards, receipts, CDs, and DVDs with modern ways: Mobile phone scanning app, PDFs, and downloaded movies and TV shows. Use space underneath desks, beds, and even sofas if possible.
Play the rule of five. Get rid of at least five items every time you clean a room. This can include magazines, worn-out clothes, shoes, or anything.
Your fridge needs a regular cleanup too. Choose a hot day for this job.
Don’t let your mail pile up. Discard unimportant mail the day it comes.
Collect all your cleaning tools and products in a bag. This can also help you when you are on a cleaning mission.
Last Word!
Use these tips and ways to de-clutter your entire life! A place free from the mess is a boost to your mind and body. Also, go for a minimalist lifestyle to never get into an emergency junk situation!
How We Can Help!
At Coffaro’s San Jose Hauling Service, we can help you get rid of the junk that you do not need. By following our tips that we have mentioned above will help you go a long way in regaining the space that you have lost. Prepare your junk and call us! We will get rid of it as soon as possible.
We service San Jose and surrounding areas. Call us at (408) 857-1973 today!