Cleaning small spaces
The smallest areas in your house, such as your laundry room and closets, are often the most difficult to keep tidy. Everything that doesn't have a home typically ends up in these places. Here, a few savvy solutions from Vim for keeping tidy.
Get organized
To make your laundry room more efficient, start by gathering all detergents and cleaning supplies to clear clutter from the space. Then organize similar products together for quick and easy use. Everything will be easier to find. No more searching for what you need.
Dust you must
Try to start at the top and work your way down. Paintbrushes help you reach hard-to-clean corners and crevices, and kids love them. Vacuum under tables and behind baskets, where lint tends to collect.
Wash & fold
The change in seasons is a reminder to launder drapes, shower curtains and comforters. When you return linens to the closet, organize them by room. Also, match sheets with pillow cases, so family members can grab a stack without making a mess.
Contain yourself
Before you stock up on storage supplies, pare down your possessions. Pull everything out of your closets or laundry room and follow this rule: If you don't use it, lose it. Bring everyday essentials forward to the most accessible spots.
Look up
For small spaces, think vertically. Free up cluttered areas on your floor by using more of the space on your walls. Shelves, canvas containers and vinyl bags can go ceiling-high. And remember that bookcases aren't just for books: Use them to store linens, laundry items, even shoes.
