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by Anika Schulz
Tidy-up January: Six articles that make decluttering fun
17.1.2023
Translation: machine translated
The new year is here - and with it the resolution to tidy up your home. These six products make it easier.
The month of January is synonymous with new beginnings like no other. For many, now is the ideal time to implement long-held sorting and organising projects. The advantages of a clear-out: you create space for new things and leave behind things you no longer need. The latter is especially good for the soul.
And to make decluttering really fun, we'll show you six great products that you didn't even realise could be helpful for your decluttering project.
Sorting with post-its in pop culture colours
Studies carried out by the author of this text have shown: Sorting out is twice as much fun with the right accessory - namely colourful post-its that you can label with 'Get rid of it', 'Well maybe' and 'Keep', for example. You need three boxes for this method:
Number 1: These products can really go, you no longer need them, they can be disposed of, sold or given away.
Number 2: The box for things that deserve a second chance. Ideally, the box goes into the attic for six months and then you check again whether you want to keep the items or not.
Number 3 is for things that you definitely want to keep.
Start with the wardrobe
Multiple hangers provide a better overview
If you want your clothes collection to not only be minimised, but also organised in a much tidier and space-saving way in future, then think about multiple hangers. One hanger can hold several items of clothing - according to the manufacturer, the Relaxdays multiple hanger can hold four pairs of trousers.
Storage boxes - but in beautiful
A total of three boxes and a stylish storage tray are included and offer plenty of storage space for things you don't want to part with.
Vacuum bag
What doesn't fit into storage boxes but still takes up a lot of space can be stored in special vacuum bags. Guest bed linen, winter jumpers or Christmas decorations - vacuum storage bags are perfect for everything that you only take out at certain times.
Memories in a digital picture frame
Now that things are looking quite tidy in cupboards and on shelves, let's move on to the wall: here, too, you can create peace and order by radically removing all picture frames and opting instead for a single, prominently placed digital picture frame in your home. You can upload as many photos as you like and the frame will display them alternately.
The Digi Frame from Braun, for example, works via Wi-Fi and can be operated with the help of a free app for Android. It's not cheap, but you'll never have to go out and buy individual picture frames again.
Cover photo: Unsplash/Cornelius Ventures
A true local journalist with a secret soft spot for German pop music. Mum of two boys, a dog and about 400 toy cars in all shapes and colours. I always enjoy travelling, reading and go to concerts, too.
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