100 Best Tips to Organize Every Room In Your Home

We are embarking on a brand new year, and although anytime is a great time to organize your home, the new year is an especially perfect time. There is just something that feels good about welcoming the New Year with a clean house free of clutter. For myself, November-December is a popular time to re-organize everything at home. Here are the best tips, I could find on how to organize every room in your home. Enjoy!

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Declutter Your Coffee Table: Keep only essential items, like a stylish tray for remotes or a vase of fresh flowers.
Invest in Multifunctional Furniture: Ottomans with hidden storage or a coffee table with shelves can save space and add functionality. This one is perfect.
Create a Cozy Reading Nook: Arrange your favorite books on a stylish shelf or a floating bookcase, paired with a comfy chair and throw blanket.
Rotate Seasonal Wardrobe: Keep your closet clutter-free by stashing away out-of-season clothes in under-bed storage containers.
Upgrade Your Nightstand: Choose a nightstand with drawers to hide away chargers, books, and other bedtime essentials.
Invest in Quality Hangers: Velvet or wooden hangers not only look chic but also prevent clothes from slipping off. This one is on my to-do list! And these ones, are on my shopping list.
Organize Your Pantry: Use clear containers for grains, cereals, and snacks to easily identify and access items.
Maximize Cabinet Space: Install pull-out shelves or lazy Susans to make the most of deep / corner cabinets.
Label Everything: A label maker is your best friend for keeping spice jars, containers, and pantry shelves in order.
Drawer Dividers: Keep your makeup and toiletries organized with dividers in bathroom drawers.
Hang Towels Creatively: Use decorative hooks or a ladder shelf to display and organize towels.
Utilize Vertical Space: Install shelves above the toilet for extra storage without taking up floor space.
Cable Management: Use cable organizers to keep charging cables and wires tangle-free.
Personalized Desk Organizer: DIY or buy a desk organizer to keep pens, notebooks, and accessories in check.
Create a Filing System: Organize important documents in labeled folders within a dedicated filing cabinet. Go through this once a year.
Under-Bed Storage Bins: Maximize bedroom storage by utilizing the space under your bed for off-season clothes or shoes.
Invest in Baskets: Use woven baskets for a stylish way to store blankets, toys, or miscellaneous items in the living room. I love baskets for items like dog toys.
Floating Shelves: Install floating shelves in any room for a space-saving way to display décor.
Foldable Drying Rack: Save space by installing a foldable drying rack on the wall.
Sort as You Go: Have separate laundry bins for whites, colors, and delicates to streamline the washing process.
Ironing Board Storage: Mount the ironing board on the back of the door or inside a cabinet for easy access.
Labeled Toy Bins: Make cleanup a breeze by using labeled bins for different types of toys.
Art Display Wall: Showcase your favorite pieces with a rotating art display wall using clipboards.
Low Hooks for Coats and Bags: Install low hooks in the entryway for easy access to coats, hats, and backpacks.
Display Memories: Use decorative frames and shelves to showcase cherished photos or travel mementos.
Customized Storage Boxes: Opt for personalized storage boxes to keep sentimental items safe yet accessible.
Rotate Decor Seasonally: Change up the décor in your home with the seasons to keep things fresh and exciting. Keep out of season decor in a clear bin.
Scarf Hanger: Hang scarves on a multi-tier hanger for easy access and visibility.
Belt Organizer: Keep belts tidy by using a belt organizer or hooks on the back of the closet door.
Jewelry Drawer Inserts: Avoid tangled necklaces and misplaced earrings with dedicated jewelry drawer inserts.
Create Zones: Arrange furniture in zones for different activities, such as a reading nook or a conversation area.
Floating Desks: Save space in a home office or bedroom by installing a floating desk on the wall.
Set a Timer: Dedicate short bursts of time each day to tackle a specific organizing task to prevent overwhelm.
Daily Declutter: Before bedtime, spend a few minutes tidying up to wake up to a clean and organized home.
Use a Planner: Stay on top of tasks and appointments with a planner, reducing stress and enhancing productivity.
White Boards: Use a white board, or other communal writing board in the kitchen to keep track of a grocery list, reminders, or appointments. Here is the one I use weekly.
Convertible Sofa: Choose a sofa that can transform into a guest bed or provide additional storage.
Nesting Tables: Nesting tables are versatile and can be used individually or stacked for extra surface space.
One In, One Out Rule: For every new item you bring into your home, consider donating or selling one.
Quality Over Quantity: Invest in quality furniture and décor pieces that will stand the test of time.
Think Long-Term: Before purchasing, consider if the item will serve a purpose in the long run to avoid unnecessary clutter.
Shoe Cubbies: Keep shoes organized and easily accessible with a cubby system near the entryway.
Key Hooks or Trays: Install hooks or a decorative tray for keys and mail to prevent clutter on tables.
Mirror with Storage: Choose an entryway mirror with hidden storage for small items like gloves or sunglasses.
Clear Toy Bins: Choose transparent bins so your dog’s toys are easily visible and accessible.
Hidden Pet Feeding Station: Integrate a feeding station into a cabinet to maintain a clean and organized look. If this isn’t an option, consider adding a clear bin.
Pet Hair Solutions: Use washable, removable furniture covers to easily manage and clean pet hair.
Shelving unit with baskets: Utilize a shelving unit with baskets for a visually appealing and organized storage solution.
Rolling storage carts: Invest in rolling storage carts for a mobile and flexible organization in various rooms. These carts are great for cleaning supplies.
Hanging shoe organizers: Use hanging shoe organizers within a cabinet or closet.
Drawer organizers for utensils: Keep kitchen drawers tidy with dedicated organizers for utensils.
Fold and store reusable bags: Organize reusable bags neatly by folding and storing them in a designated space.
Hanging pot rack: Maximize kitchen space by hanging pots and pans on a stylish pot rack.
Stackable bins in the pantry: Opt for stackable bins in the pantry for efficient use of space.
Tiered spice rack: Organize spices on a tiered spice rack for easy access and visibility.
Magnetic strips for tools: Use magnetic strips in the garage or kitchen to organize and display tools or knives.
Custom drawer dividers: Create custom drawer dividers to suit the specific needs of your drawers.
Over-the-door organizers: Install over-the-door organizers for shoes, accessories, or cleaning supplies.
Custom closet system: Design a custom closet system to maximize storage and tailor it to your wardrobe.
Mason jar storage: Store kitchen staples like grains, nuts, and seeds in clear Mason jars for a visually appealing pantry.
Roll-out trash and recycling bins: Integrate roll-out trash and recycling bins into your kitchen cabinet for a clean look.
Drawer dividers for socks and underwear: Use drawer dividers for socks and underwear to maintain a neat dresser.
Shoe storage under the bed: Store shoes in under-bed storage for a space-saving solution.
DIY storage ladder: Create a decorative storage ladder for blankets or towels.
Hanging jewelry organizer: Keep jewelry tangle-free with a hanging jewelry organizer.
Foldable furniture: Choose foldable furniture for occasional use or when you need extra space.
Vertical garden wall: Create a vertical garden wall for indoor plants and herbs, saving space.
Drawer organizers for electronic accessories: Use drawer organizers for chargers, cables, and electronic accessories.
Floating bedside tables: Opt for floating bedside tables to free up floor space in the bedroom. This is a great option for guest bedrooms, where additional storage isn’t required.
Display cookbooks on a shelf: Showcase cookbooks on a dedicated shelf in the kitchen.
Linen closet organization: Arrange linens by category in a neatly organized linen closet.
Hanging planters in the kitchen: Use hanging planters for storing kitchen utensils or herbs.
Decorative hooks for hats: Install decorative hooks for hats near the entryway.
Hidden storage in window seats: Utilize window seats with hidden storage for blankets or cushions.
Pull-out pantry shelves: Maximize pantry storage with pull-out shelves for easy access.
Under-sink pull-out baskets: Keep cleaning supplies organized with pull-out baskets under the sink. These ones are handy (although not a basket ;).)
Hanging mesh organizers: Use hanging mesh organizers for toys or accessories in closets.
Custom pegboard for tools: Create a custom pegboard for organized tool storage in the garage.
Rotating utensil holder: Make cooking more efficient with a rotating utensil holder.
Corkboard wall for notes: Create a corkboard wall for reminders and notes in an office.
Pull-out cutting board: Maximize kitchen counter space with a pull-out cutting board. bathroom.
Stackable recycling bins: Organize recycling with stackable bins for different materials.
Declutter regularly: Go through your belongings and donate or discard items you no longer need.
Use clear containers: Transparent storage bins make it easy to see what’s inside.
Label everything: Invest in a label maker to keep your bins and shelves organized.
Sort by category: Group similar items together for a more streamlined organization.
Shelf risers: Double your storage space in cabinets by using shelf risers. These ones are my current favorites.
Use tension rods: Install tension rods in cabinets to create additional vertical storage.
File important documents digitally: Scan and store important documents electronically to reduce physical clutter.
Shower caddy: Keep shower essentials organized with a hanging shower caddy.
Create a command center: Establish a central area for keys, calendars, and other daily essentials.
Fold clothes vertically: Adopt the KonMari method by folding clothes vertically for easy visibility.
Label keys: Use color-coded or labeled key covers for easy identification.
Create a gift wrap station: Designate a space for gift wrap, ribbons, and cards for easy access.
Small Garbages: Add small garbage bins to nightstands or desk drawers. It is an easy way to keep garbage collected and out of view. I really love this one.
Cleaning Product Bin: Rather than having highly toxic cleaning products out in the open. Consider placing them in a clear bin (with a clickable top) and placing the bin in the basement, garage, or shed.
Jewelry Organizer: If you aren’t able to have a designated jewelry insert. Consider purchasing a jewelry box with various compartments and a glass top. I love these ones.
Use a catchall dish: Either on a console table for your keys, or on a nightstand for your jewelry. Or better yet, both!
Organized Water Bottles: Use horizontal shelves specially made for water bottles. This makes them easy to see and easy to grab quickly.
Pot Lids: Use a vertically wire divider to keep pot lids organized and separated.