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Deep clean the house: say bye bye to clutter

One gets used to everything, even clutter. But it’s not exactly comfortable living, of course. Every household has those spots where things always seem to pile up. Whether it’s the dining table, a chair in the bedroom, or the bathroom, there are solutions for everything. Ready to finally tidy up your home? IKEA can help you. Here’s how to do it.

Two wooden IVAR cabinets. The open cabinet shows a lot of clutter. With IKEA's tips, you can say goodbye to your mess.

Start with a clean slate

Old paper, glass, and plastic. It's great that you recycle these, but you'll only truly be happy once they're out of sight for good. Make a few trips to the recycling bin to get a good start on tidying up. After that, it's time to sink your teeth – or rather your hands – into the problem areas.

Say goodbye to bathroom clutter

If you can barely see your sink because of all the toiletries, it's high time to take action. No space for drawers or cabinets in the bathroom? Or are they already filled to the brim? Be smart and use your door. Hang an over-the-door hook rack and use it as storage for toilet rolls, bathrobes, or toiletry bags. Hang handy storage nets on the hooks so you can quickly see what's inside.

A white ENUDDEN door hanger on the bathroom door with a KUNGSFORS net filled with toilet rolls.

Here's how to keep the bedroom calm and clutter-free

You know how it goes: in the evening, you undress and throw everything on a chair. After a week or two, the chair disappears under a pile of clothes. How do you prevent a Mount Everest of clothing? It's very simple. Place a laundry basket next to the chair and keep hangers within reach. Hang up the items that are clean enough right away, and put the clothes that need a wash in the laundry basket. It can be that simple! Organizing your home doesn't have to be complicated at all.

A handmade bamboo SALUDING laundry basket with a removable inner bag.

Kitchen: throw it in the bin

Do you throw away leftovers because you can never find the right storage container? It's high time for some order in the kitchen! Divide the drawer into sections, sort the storage containers by size or shape, and stack them together. Gather matching lids and place them next to the containers. Other kitchen essentials like cling film and clips should also be stored together in a bin. This way, you keep everything neat and organized.

Two kitchen drawers open and organized with UPPDATERA drawer dividers. All plates, containers, and bowls are neatly arranged together.

A home office that really works

Can't see your desk's surface anymore because of the pile of paperwork? Or do you sometimes spend an hour looking for that one receipt or a pen? You're definitely not alone, and we have the solution. Having a drawer unit under your desk is a must. You can organise all your papers here. To ensure your desk drawer doesn't become a complete mess with various loose accessories, we have these handy boxes. No matter the size of your drawer, the different sized boxes fit into any type of drawer.

An open desk drawer with a white KUGGIS insert with 8 compartments for organising your home workspace.

Designated storage spaces reduce clutter

Are you someone who comes home and puts everything down somewhere, only to lose it later? It's a common problem. IKEA helps you organize your daily routines. Take a moment when you come in to put everything in a designated spot. From your keys to your phone, and from your mail to your charger. Use a small cabinet or shelf in the hallway for your keys. Always place your charger in the drawer of your dresser and store your wallet in a small organizer on your desk. Everything in its place? Now it's time to relax on the couch. What a sense of order in the house!

A light grey-beige HAVREKROSS wall shelf with hooks to organize your keys, phone, charger, and other items.