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When it comes to clutter, there are two kinds of people in the world. The keepers - those that save everything (just in case they might need to use it one day) - and the tossers - those that get rid of nearly everything (and suffer the consequences when they have thrown out something they do need later). Often they marry each other - but that' a whole other article By writing this article, it may seem as if I'm trying to ruin my business; however, the fact is that eventually we all buy and/or collect more things than can fit into the size of house we can afford. If you can delay the inevitable garage sale or storage space rental for a couple of years - well, why not save your money? Besides, it really doesn't matter. It seems to be the American way to keep collecting things. Sooner or later, you'll probably be using a self storage unit! So (drum roll, please) here are the ten suggestions. One - Besides dust bunnies, what do you keep under your bed? Why not use that space for rarely used linens, blankets, suitcases, or clothes? Two - Wall space is often overlooked. Can you add a shelf or closet somewhere? Three - Mount small appliances under the kitchen cabinets to save counter space. Use stackable canisters, hanging racks and other storage accessories to give provide more cabinet space. Four - For kitchen pots and pans, mount them on a ceiling or wall rack. Five - Find some second hand cabinets to make extra space in your basement or garage. Six - Use a closet organizer. You could have a custom one built, or you could buy a ready-made product from a wide number of hardware stores, or you could design and build your own. Seven - Do you have space in your closets for a set of stackable, rolling wire baskets? Eight - To organize shoes, ties, and belts, use racks and hooks inside closet and bathroom doors. Nine - Purchase a wardrobe in situations where there simply are not enough closets. Ten - Lastly, if none of these ideas work for you, I have one last (desperate) suggestion. Throw something out - or better yet donate it to a charity! Try the 2 year rule: if you haven't used/needed it in two years you ARE living without it. Give yourself permission to throw it out! By following these simple suggestions, I'm sure you'll be able to open up our home a little more and - if you're lucky - make room for more stuff!
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