Are there areas of your home that just don’t feel organized and you don’t know why? You don’t have to have a spotless or picture perfect home, but there may be things you are doing that make your home look unpolished and messier than it could be. Have no fear, today we highlight 6 things that may be causing your problems and what you can do to fix it.
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Visible cables and wires. Tangled or exposed cables from electronics and bulky power strips can create visual clutter in a room. Use a staple gun or velcro to conceal them under a desk or along a wall, hide them in a basket, or zip tie them behind a console. There are products like this cable management box or this wall cable channel that go a long way towards taming this knotty issue.
Excessive decor.Too many decorative items or artwork on a shelf or a wall, can overwhelm a space and make it feel cluttered. Take a few minutes and curate these items. Make sure to leave enough space for each item to shine and you will notice a difference immediately.
Excessive furniture. Consider the size and layout of the room you are styling before filling it with furniture. An overcrowded room with chairs that block pathways, tables piled high with clutter, and too big furniture can make a room feel cramped and chaotic. Edit pieces to the essential ones that serve a purpose and allow for easy movement through space.
Busy entryways. Your entryway sets the tone for the entire home. But it can collect clutter like piles of unsorted mail, keys, shoes, coats, and bags that create a messy first impression. Incorporate functional storage solutions like benches, cubbies, and hooks to keep belongings tidy. Don’t forget to designate a landing strip to keep things organized.
Not having a home for your belongings.Items without a designated home can create a cluttered look. An item is clutter if it’s not put in a specific location when not in use. For instance, everyone has a place in their home for silverware. If you found a random fork under your bed or a knife in your office you would know immediately where it belongs. Everything in your space should be this easy to put away. Try not to bring something into the house unless you know exactly where it will live. And make sure everyone else who lives with you knows it as well.
Crowded countertops. Too many appliances out on your kitchen countertops can make a kitchen look and feel messy. To avoid this, think about which appliances truly need to be on the countertop and which can be stored in a pantry or easily-accessible cabinet. The extra space will make your kitchen look cleaner and you’ll also have more room for meal prep!