"I am the queen of hiding my clutter. My life changed when I swapped a TV console with open shelves for one with doors - suddenly, no more staring at our cable box. From that point on, storage consoles, cabinets, and closed drawers became little safe havens for my messes. Out of sight, out of mind ... right? Well, that works until the moment you actually need something and can't find it."
"In busy households, this high-traffic zone directly impacts daily efficiency, which is why the goal isn't to see how much can fit, but to create a breathable, organized space by limiting storage to true kitchen essentials." The first step? Taking everything out. "Start by removing everything from under your sink," Jodeit instructs. "Group like items together into categories: daily cleaning products, dish products, trash bags, sponges, tools, etc. Take inventory of what's staying, what can be tossed or donated, and where you're low on stock."
Under-sink clutter can be tackled by removing everything and sorting items into categories such as daily cleaning products, dish products, trash bags, sponges, and tools. Inventory each category, discarding empties and donating unused items, and restock low supplies. Limit storage to true kitchen essentials to create a breathable, organized space rather than maximizing capacity. Use closed storage or containers to hide visual clutter but maintain accessibility by grouping and labeling items. Regularly reassess contents to prevent buildup. These steps produce rapid, noticeable improvements in efficiency and make retrieving needed items easier.
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