Day 6: Simplify The Laundry Room
Welcome to the 7-Day Declutter Challenge! This step-by-step plan will guide you to clear the clutter and create a home that feels calm, organized, and uniquely yours.
By the end of Day 6 of the declutter challenge, your laundry room and linens will be organized and simplified!
“Your home is living space, not storage space.”
Francine jay
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Day 6: Laundry Room & Linen Decluttering Hacks
1. Toss Expired Products
Go through detergents, fabric softeners, stain removers, and other cleaning products. Toss anything expired, nearly empty, or that you no longer use.
Stick to multipurpose or frequently used items to free up space.
Pro Tip: Opened liquid laundry detergent should be used within 6 months for best results (source). Powder laundry detergents do not expire or lose efficacy if stored properly in a cool, dry place and kept dry.
2. Create Zones For Efficiency
- Designate areas for sorting, washing, drying, and folding
- Use bins or baskets for categories like delicates, whites, and colors to streamline the process.
3. Maximize Vertical Space
- Install shelves, hooks, or wall-mounted organizers for items like lint rollers, laundry bags, and spray bottles.
- Use over-the-door racks for detergents or cleaning tools to free up counter or floor space.
4. Get Rid Of The Extras
Pare down mismatched or damaged hangers, old laundry baskets, and single socks. If you haven’t used it in months (like that iron you never plug in), consider donating.
Limit yourself to two sets of sheets and towels per person (plus a spare or two for guests). Donate or repurpose extras that are mismatched, worn, or unused.
Pro Tip: Fold sheets, pillowcases, and matching items together and store them in a pillowcase from the set. This keeps everything organized and easy to grab without rummaging.
5. Use Space-Saving Tools
Store out-of-season linens in vacuum-seal bags to free up space in closets or drawers. Use dividers or baskets to separate towels, sheets, and table linens.
Laundry & Linens Decluttering Checklist
Here’s your quick go-to laundry room & linens decluttering guide:
- Donate excess linens & sheets
- Get rid of old rags and pillows
- Sort laundry supplies
- Toss empty, unused, or expired cleaning supplies
- Remove excess hangers
- Sort irons, steamers, etc…
- Sort out household tools, batteries, candles & flashlights
Go to Day 1 to grab this free printable decluttering checklist!
What’s Next?
Ready for the next step in the declutter challenge? Tomorrow is the last day!
Missed a day? Jump back to Day 1–5 to get started!
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