Tidy home, happy life: Simple habits for a clutter-free space

By Liz Smith

Struggling to keep up with the housework? Here’s some helpful advice.

5 DAILY TIDY-UP TIPS

1. Complete one load of laundry daily.
2. Start your day by making your bed.
3. Be happy with “clean enough.”
4. Sweep/vacuum/pick-up daily; damp mop every two to three days weekly.
5. Know and maintain your high-traffic areas.

FOR OUR ORDERLINESS FANATICS, A FEW DECLUTTERING TRICKS:

• Create a system to manage your clutter.
• Completely transition out one bag of clutter weekly, which will make you feel accomplished and in control.
• Always organize for your space, not your items.

Liz Smith is executive maid with Maid 4 Cleaning Services LLC and professional organizer with Organized by Beth LLC. Reach her at maid4cleaningservices@gmail.com.