Time for a clear-out!
Yes, that’s right: decluttering is very much the in thing. What was once a tiresome childhood chore has now become a fashionable lifestyle concept. Having a good clear-out, getting rid of old stuff and focusing on what really matters means a well-organised life and brings peace of mind. We’ve got everything you need to tidy to your heart’s content – whether it’s storage systems, ideas for tidying away small items or solutions for extra storage space. Best of all: Tidying is easy as pie – and that’s a promise.
Lifestyle trend: Tidiness
Insta-feeds of immaculately tidy rooms and YouTube clips by tidiness professionals and decluttering gurus inspire millions of people. Detoxing – not just with smoothies – but also in the wardrobe, bathroom, office and in fact everywhere really is very much in vogue. But where does this new desire for tidiness actually come from?
We undoubtedly live in a society of excess. Heaps of unworn t-shirts, souvenirs or mementoes. Never-used and outdated items pile up in cupboards or in the attic waiting for... well, for what actually? Hand on heart: You’ll never lay hand on most of these things again. Creating some space makes perfect sense sometimes. It’s all about reduction instead of excess – minimalism as a design for life.
Tidiness is happiness
The key principle of the decluttering philosophy: Only keep what brings you joy. Get rid of things you never use or which are put away for use ‘at some point’. The gurus on the scene believe this will not only give you a tidy home, but also a tidy mind. It will also make you happy!
Having a good clear-out: How it’s done
But how do you go about having a clear-out? In a well-organised way ideally. Trying to do too much all in one go means the decluttering of your home may well end in chaos. Firstly, think about what you want to start with or where you want to tidy.
Let’s begin with your wardrobe. There is only one way of finding out what you own altogether: Empty everything out of your wardrobe and try it all on. Worn-out items of clothing and those that you no longer like, that don’t fit right or that you haven’t worn for some time are sifted out and can be given away or donated to charity. After the clear-out, you now know exactly what’s in your wardrobe and have more storage space for your best clothes. You’ll be amazed: Decluttering is extremely liberating. You may even find something that’s been missing for ages.
Reorganise your life
Now, you can put away all your favourite things again. But the same principle applies here too: Store everything away in a well-organised way! Seasonal clothing takes up storage space unnecessarily and simply collects dust. It’s well worth separating summer and winter clothing. They can be stored very practically in transparent boxes. This solution allows you to find everything in a flash – even in the attic. What about a bathroom drawer system that ensures optimal use is made of the tiniest corner? Or storage boxes for the children’s room so that keeping everything spick and span becomes child’s play? Well, at IKEA, we’ve got many more products that would be ideal for your big clear-out. So that you’re perfectly equipped. So roll your sleeves up and tidy to your heart’s content!
For your decluttering drive: Highly practical products for every room
Have everything readily at hand in the bathroom in the morning and enjoy more time to wake up.
No more having to tidy your desk: Practical office accessory.
Transparent boxes that allow you to find everything quickly.
Cleverly designed furniture for an organised and tidy kitchen.
Tidying up toys is child’s play.
Storage solution: Ideal use made of every space.
