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Many family homes are overran by clutter, whether it\u2019s piles of toys, books, washing or paperwork, it can be tough to keep on top of so much clutter. But even with kids, it can be possible to live clutter free \u2013 here\u2019s how. <\/em><\/p>\n

In any household, there is a natural accumulation of clutter over time, regardless of whether you\u2019re living on your own or as part of a busy family household. However, the latter naturally create more clutter, just the sheer increase in people for a start, but tie that in with kids it\u2019s a whole different ball game. Although it doesn\u2019t have to be if you follow our hints on living clutter free with kids of any age.<\/p>\n

Everything has a home<\/h2>\n

When it comes to decluttering, it\u2019s important to make sure every item in your household has a designated home. For example, chairs aren\u2019t there to hang jackets or bags on, get some hooks by the front door that are in reach of all family members, so they can put these items away themselves. Similarly, making a conscious effort to keep your floors and surfaces clutter free will make sure you put everything away in its rightful place and make finding belongings much easier too.<\/p>\n

Get Ruthless<\/h2>\n

Storage can be a major issue in many family homes, especially when you have to factor in an abundance of toys, gadgets and such, but this doesn\u2019t mean you should just give up all together. Take the time to go through everyone\u2019s belongings and be ruthless to free up valuable space to better organise the things you do use. Keep anything of sentimental value of course, but be realistic about what you really need and what you actually use. If you haven\u2019t used it or worn it for over a year, get rid; whether it\u2019s putting items in storage, selling it, donating to charity shops or throwing it away.<\/p>\n

Set some ground rules<\/h2>\n

To maintain a clutter free home<\/a> it is imperative to set some ground rules that every family member should follow. One instance of someone not putting their pots away or tidying their toys up before bedtime can easily result in other\u2019s flouting the rules, having a snowball effect. Naturally little ones can\u2019t be fully involved, but as soon as they\u2019re old enough you should encourage them to clear away their toys and tidy up, as this positive mind-set will stay with them for life. With less clutter and everything in its designated place, up keeping no-clutter rules and putting everything away should be much easier, providing you remain committed to the cause.<\/p>\n

Continual Cleansing<\/h2>\n

A good attitude to have towards decluttering is that it\u2019s a cleansing process and one that should continually occur. There\u2019s no point in going to a whole lot of effort to achieve a clutter free home, only to let things slide a few months\/years down the line and be back to square one. Continually reviewing your possessions and decluttering will help you to keep your home clutter free and make sure you utilise everything in your home on most days.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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