Decluttering

There are many reasons why people hoard. Some believe the possessions will be useful or valuable one day, they have sentimental value or are unique/irreplaceable to them. Regardless of the reason, being a packrat and…

No matter how you feel about cleaning, science tells us that keeping everything clean and organized is good for us. It helps us feel better about ourselves, reduces stress, improves our productivity, boosts our mood…

Whether it’s because of sentimentality, worrying you might need something again, or just pure habit, many of us hold on to things we rarely use. Learning how to get rid of clutter in your home is a great way to stay…

We’ve crossed the line into a brand new year, and spring cleaning is creeping ever closer. Along with the “Kondo” craze, many of us are feeling obligated to get rid of things. Thanks to the past couple of years…

Your old air conditioner got you through years of summer heat waves. Now it's sitting in the hallway, bulky, awkward, and still holding refrigerant inside. In most places, it can't simply go out with the regular…

If you still haven’t binged the Netflix declutter show series Tidying Up with Marie Kondo yet, then you’re definitely in the minority in America, or you're a little late to the trend! But better late than never! It's…

Whether you're dealing with property damage after a natural disaster, replacing furniture that's been ruined by pets or kids, or simply upgrading worn-out furniture, you’re likely wondering how to get rid of old, broken…

Every swing set eventually loses its audience. Give it five to ten years outside, and even a solid wooden swing set starts graying, splintering, or rusting at the joints, while the kids who begged for it have long since…

The Swedish Death Cleaning decluttering trend is less morbid than it may sound. You may not want to think about cleaning out your parents' home before they’ve passed, but if you wait, it can be tough. Here’s why you…

Every year, the winter holiday season comes along and brings with it more stuff that we have to find a home for. That makes the New Year the perfect time for us to finally clear out all the clutter, clean house and get…