Many of look for things that will make it easier for us to organize our home once the clutter has gotten out of hand. However, if you have recently moved into a new home, then it will be helpful for you to put some organization systems in place before the home gets cluttered. Below is a list of smart systems for your new home:

Labels

Labels make it easier for you to find things when you need them. For example, having labels on your spices will make it easier for you to find the things that you need for cooking. You can also put labels on your leftover food containers.

Small Dividers & Sorters

Every home has things like first aid supplies, medications, craft items and spare light bulbs. Those types of items can easily clutter your closets and drawers. You should label these items, put them in boxes and stack them on shelves.

Entry Landing Zone

You need to have a place to put your coats, shoes and bags when you come home. If you do not have a place to store those items, then they can easily get thrown around the house. You can use shelves, wall hooks and benches to store those items.

 

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Filing System

Because paperless billing is an option, you may not have a lot of paperwork. However, you still need a filing system. You can use folders and filing cabinet to order things like taxes, home repairs and car information.

Laundry System

Laundry is a dreaded chore for many. However, there are a few things you can do in order to make it easier. For example, you can have a basket for socks without matches. You can also have separate items for things that have to be dry-cleaned.

Wall-Mounted Storage

It is best to store items in broom closets and basements off of the floor. This helps keep things clutter-free. You can use wall-mounted storage for your tools.

Schedule Home Maintenance

Your home will require regular maintenance. Home maintenance prevents future problems. Cleaning gutters and HVAC system tune-ups are examples of home maintenance tasks.