When was the last time you gave your laundry room a thorough decluttering and organizing? Just like other spaces in our home, the laundry room is often overlooked, yet it tends to gather items that don’t belong. Here’s a list to help you get started.
1. Expired or Old Detergents and Cleaning Products
Check expiration dates on your laundry detergents, stain removers, and other cleaning supplies. If they’re expired or have lost their effectiveness, it’s time to let them go. Old products can take up valuable space and may not work as well as they should.
2. Single Socks Without a Match
Every laundry room seems to have that pile of lonely socks waiting for their mate. If they’ve been single for months, it’s time to say goodbye. Repurpose them as dusting rags or toss them out.
3. Broken or Unused Hangers
If you have a collection of broken hangers or ones that you never use, get rid of them. Only keep the hangers that are in good condition and that you actually use.
4. Old Towels and Linens
Towels and linens that are frayed, stained, or just no longer used should be donated if still in decent condition or repurposed as cleaning rags. Otherwise, it's time to toss them.
5. Empty or Nearly Empty Bottles
If you have bottles with just a few drops left or ones that are completely empty, it’s time to recycle or dispose of them properly. Keeping these around only adds unnecessary clutter.
6. Outdated or Broken Laundry Tools
Broken or outdated laundry tools like old ironing boards, damaged drying racks, or broken lint rollers can be discarded. If these items are beyond repair, they’re just taking up valuable space.
7. Unused Specialty Products
Specialty products that you never use, like fabric softners, bleach pens, or fabric softener sheets, are prime candidates for decluttering. If you haven’t used them in the past year, it’s likely you never will.
8. Excessive Laundry Hampers
You only need as many laundry hampers as you actually use. If you have extras that are just taking up space, consider donating or repurposing them elsewhere in your home.
9. Miscellaneous Items That Don’t Belong
Sometimes the laundry room becomes a catch-all for items that don’t belong. Go through your laundry room and relocate anything that doesn’t serve a purpose there. Keep this space dedicated solely to laundry-related tasks.
By taking the time to declutter and organize your laundry room, you'll create a more functional and stress-free space. A little effort goes a long way in making laundry day more efficient and enjoyable. Start small, and before you know it, you'll have a laundry room that works for you, not against you.
~Nathalie xoxo