I’m a storage pro – my most important decluttering trick to instantly organise your home and the £12 buys for every room
THE more space you have, the more stuff you end up accumulating to fill it.
Now is the perfect time to look in your cupboards, and around your home and assess your storage needs.
Fabulous spoke exclusively to Richard Joseph, CEO & Co-Founder of Joseph Joseph about the most common storage struggles homeowners have, and how to tackle them.
The messiest areas of the house
Richard revealed: “Kitchens are often the messiest areas of the home as they are highly functional spaces utlised for everything from cooking and eating to entertaining and working.
“Bedrooms and bathrooms are also the last rooms we use at night and first thing in the morning.
“[They] also require frequent tidying and cleaning to maintain a hygienic and organised space.”
Most common storage struggles
The expert added: “Aside from a lack of time, insufficient organisation and a shortage of storage space are some of the most common struggles when it comes to keeping the home clean and clutter-free.”
Luckily, Richard shared his top tips for transforming a space and the items you might need.
He said: “The task of decluttering can feel daunting, so it’s best to start small. Start with one room first rather than tackling the entire house.
“Regular decluttering – weekly or monthly – will help you keep on top of the task and avoid more clutter accumulating.”
Kitchen
“Stackable kitchen utensils and tools” are great if you’re looking to save space as “they take up less space when stored away”.
With “compact designs [they] also help keep cupboards and drawers organised and streamlined”.
The CupboardStore
Grey Film, Foil & Bag Organiser for £12 can be fitted under the shelf and features two open-ended compartments for storing a whole variety of items such as cling film, baking foil and bin liners.
That way they won’t be rolling around in a drawer or getting lost in the back of a cupboard!
If you’re sick of balancing lids on top of one another, consider the CupboardStore Set of 4 Grey Pan Lid Holders for £12.
Each individual holder can be mounted onto the inside of a cupboard door to keep your kitchen organised and make finding the lid you need easy.
As for your fridge, stop lemons and limes rolling around with a Compact Clear Storage Bin for £10.
It features an easy-pull handle and smooth-running wheels that make access easy and includes a removable divider to keep foods separate.
Wardrobe
Richard said: “When it comes to wardrobe organisation, invest in the right storage solutions.
“Not only will a well-organised wardrobe prolong the life of your favourite garments, but it also ensures your clothes are easily accessible and crease-free.
“Our new Orderly collection is designed to help keep wardrobes organised, easy to navigate, and clutter-free.”
The Retractable Hanging Rail for £12 is a foldable clothes rail that can easily attach to a wall or door to create hanging space for five items.
If your wardrobe is full to the brim, swap your hangers for a Set of 5 Anti-tangle Ecru Clothes Hangers for £12.
Designed to be streamlined, they also feature non-slip grips on the shoulders and strap hooks on each side to keep clothes in shape and stored in place.
Whilst the Large Space-saving Ecru Shoe Rack for £20 “offers the ultimate space-saving storage solution” for shoes.
It’s “perfect for cupboards, wardrobes or hallways, this compact rack neatly holds six pairs of shoes or boots in less space”.
Bathroom
Richard said: “The best way to instantly organise is to give all your items a place.
“Cosmetic and grooming product organisers, such as the EasyStore Storage Caddy, help keep bathroom surfaces streamlined and easier to clean, while keeping your everyday essentials within easy reach.”