With the traditional ‘spring cleaning’ season now underway, coupled with the strange global situation meaning we’re all probably spending a lot more time indoors, there has never been a more perfect time to embark upon a clear-out and create a bit more space indoors.
Sometimes it can be hard to know where to start, but hopefully, by using the simple yet handy steps below, you’ll be able to create more space not only in your home but in your mind too.
Clear out unused items
There are not many activities both equally satisfying and productive as having a good clear out. Luckily, this is the perfect place to start when looking to create more space indoors. Look through any old boxes, bookcases, wardrobes and storage areas and ask yourself a few questions, see some examples on ApartmentTheraphy.com
Did I actually remember I owned this?
When was the last time I used it? Be honest on this one!
Does it still work?
Would it be better loved in a new home?
Once you’ve had your clear out, you might even be able to make a bit of pocket money from it by placing it on a selling site. Alternatively, take items to a charity shop for a cause close to your heart, or if you have items you may want in the future but simply don’t have the space for, why not consider using Safestore for storage?
Get creative with storage
If your house only has so many cupboards, there’s probably not a great deal you can do about it (short of spending a fortune to have your whole kitchen or living room reconfigured!). But there are plenty of ways to get creative with your storage solutions. Unused space under the bed? Many homeware stores will sell storage boxes designed to slide neatly under any bed, so you can pack things away in a tidy fashion with ease. This is a great solution for the winter wardrobe you may not need for the next few months. Space under the stairs? Again, homeware stores will have a whole host of different sized and shaped storage options, whether for shoes, the kids’ toys or your prized record collection. It’s worth investigating what unused space you have indoors, or what space isn’t being used as economically as it could be. There’s sure to be something you could make better use of!
Create the illusion of space
Sometimes, it’s simply not possible to physically create any more space in a room. Once all the clutter has been cleared out and things neatly stored away, you just have to accept that bricks and mortar can’t be moved. What you can do, however, is to create the impression of more space and a bigger room. And this is easily done by adding a mirror or two to create the feeling of more depth. So maybe if you’re looking to purchase new wardrobes for the bedroom, consider ones with mirrored doors, or instead of hanging a new picture, maybe hang a full-length mirror. If the mirrors can be placed opposite a window with a nice view, even better. Simple, but effective.
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