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For a Stress-free Spring and a Happier Summer

March 14, 2012

by: Dan Hopkins

SORT, DOWNSIZE AND ORGANIZE NOW FOR A STRESS-FREE SPRING AND A HAPPIER SUMMER

Spring is the season of new beginnings. But it can be hard to appreciate if you’re stuck in the house trying to sift through the accumulation of winter clutter.

Fortunately there are some easy techniques to help get a jumpstart on spring cleaning. The following steps will help get the house organized and allow you to enjoy the new season, clutter-free.

 

We recommend the following tips to get organized this spring:

•  Start by sorting and organizing closets. If there is limited closet space, consider storing winter clothing in the attic, basement or garage. Wardrobe boxes offer excellent space for hanging coats, sweaters and snow pants.

•  Sort out items no longer used or worn. If it hasn’t been worn in more than a year, then it probably won’t be again. Set aside a couple empty boxes for donations or items to sell.

•  Use sturdy boxes with dividers for packing breakables. Make sure cardboard boxes are structurally sound. Dish-pack boxes with adjustable inserts that form individual cells are a great option for fragile items.

•  Once closets are organized, do the same in other storage areas like the attic or garage?

•  Think green. Survey local recycling options to find the most convenient solution for recyclables. Organize recyclables by category: plastic, glass, aluminum, paper, cardboard, etc.

•  Care for hazardous materials. Be conscientious about the materials being disposed. Toxic items such as paint, batteries, house cleaning products, automobile oils, pesticides, and fertilizers are dangerous to transport and should not be thrown away with nontoxic garbage. These items should be taken to specialized depots.

•  Concentrate on disinfecting spaces. Change air filters, rotate mattresses and vacuum under furniture.

 

Other Articles by Dan Hopkins:

Understanding the Language of Moving

Moving Can Be Fun, and Kid-Friendly

Make Future Holidays Merrier by Properly Packing Seasonal Decorations

Make Moving Comfortable For Seniors

Top 10 Tips for Moving with Dogs

Expected the Unexpected When Moving

The Word-of-Mouth Factor

Moving is Much More Than Picking Up Boxes

The Grandma Rules, Rules!

To Pack, or Not To Pack...

Do your Research and Choose Your Mover Wisely

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