Here’s a handy list of things to declutter when summer is over. Getting rid of these items means you won’t store clutter in your home.
After summer, the days grow shorter and cooler. Unfortunately, that means you won’t be needing your beach gear or those cute strappy sandals for a while.
This is the perfect time to purge all the items you use during the warmer months since you’ll be packing them away. No need to store things you won’t be using next year.
Here’s a handy list that you can use to purge your home at the end-of-summer.
5 Things to Declutter At The End of Summer
1. Toys
If you’ve got kids and have toys exploding from every corner of your home, I bet you’re glad to have any excuse to get rid of some of them. Now’s your chance!
Take a look at all the toys and games, including pool or beach toys. Get rid of any of the following:
- Floaties that have holes and are leaking air
- Toys or games that are broken or have missing pieces
- Toys or games that your kids haven’t played with all summer
If your children haven’t used something during the longest vacation of the year, odds are they won’t miss it later.
2. Beach Or Pool Accessories
Go through all your swimming essentials. Purge anything that’s broken, looking a little worse for the wear or hasn’t been used last summer. Some examples include:
- Goggles
- Snorkel mask
- Swim caps
- Flippers
- Beach Bags
- Towels
3. Clothing
Once the weather has gotten colder, you won’t be wearing all those cute dresses or shorts until the next year. Before you pack away the lightweight clothing in favor of items made of thicker fabrics, donate or discard clothing that:
- You don’t like and haven’t worn
- Doesn’t fit well
- Is out of style
- Is ripped or stained beyond repair
Here are some more tips for how to clean your closet.
4. ShoeS And Accessories
Donate or throw away shoes or other accessories e.g. hats, sunglasses that:
- Are uncomfortable
- Don’t fit
- You don’t like
- Are no longer trendy
- Are falling apart
5. Miscellaneous
Do a sweep of your home for other items that may not fit into any of the categories above. Some ideas are:
- Allergy medication that has expired or will soon expire so you won’t be able to use it next year
- Empty sunscreen bottles
- Empty bug spray bottles
- Broken garden tools or yard equipment
- Broken patio furniture and accessories
Here’s a list of places where you can donate items and what kind of items they accept.
This handy list of things to declutter once summer is over will prevent you from storing items that you won’t use in the future. You’ll keep your home clutter-free and looking great.