The arrival of spring is the perfect time to declutter your home and give it a new lease of life.
As the days get longer and lighter and the darkness of winter starts to fade away, many people start to take a closer look at their home. But if you have too much stuff, it can be difficult to know where to start when it comes to home improvements.
Putting items into storage can give you time and space to think about what you want to do with your possessions as well as freeing up some valuable room at your property. Andrew Porter Limited offers a range of storage solutions so you can declutter your home quickly and effectively without the pressure of having to decide exactly what you want to keep and what you will get rid of straight away.
Here are three great reasons why less is more when it comes to possessions:
If you are thinking of putting your property on the market, it is a very wise idea to put the majority of your personal possessions into storage. When potential buyers look around a home, they want to see its potential. If it is crammed full of your belongings, it is more difficult for people to imagine themselves living in your home. Decluttering your rooms will make them seem larger and more spacious and help househunters to get a clear idea of how they can make the property their own.
If the changing season isn’t motivation enough to start clearing out your overstuffed cupboards, March 2 was officially National Old Stuff Day. This is an occasion designed to celebrate antiques and vintage items, many of which may be lost in their surroundings if you have too many ornaments or pieces of furniture. Taking the time to go through your belongings will help you identify which of your items you really love. Say goodbye to anything you don’t need or love and you will have more space to appreciate the things you really care about. Make a focal point of a few key items, rather than attempting to display everything you have accumulated over the years. If there are any family heirlooms that you can’t bear to part with but which don’t go with your home, put them into storage so you can have access to them when you want them.
No matter how hard you try to keep on top of the housework, clutter is a huge magnet to dirt and dust. If you cut down the number of items you have in your home, you will be making your own life much simpler. The more minimalist your home, the easier it is to keep it looking clean and tidy. If you make sure everything you own has a place, it will take less time and effort to clear up and get your home looking its best. One simple way of reducing the amount of stuff you have is to swap your books, DVDs and CDs for digital downloads.
