Daily Archives: June 27, 2023

Organization is key for many reasons and you could have needed to exercise your organizational skills for a while, or perhaps it’s something that just sprung up on you and now you need to step it up. One example could be if you need to look after a loved one following an injury. The first thing you’d do in this instance is to look for a Van Law Firm traumatic brain injury lawyer then you will need a plan of action and to get organized for their care plan at home or wherever they are.

Below is our simple guide to being more organized at home

Keep your clothes off the floor

We’ve all been there, you get home after a busy day at work and want to quickly get changed, only to throw your work clothes on the floor next to your bed or near the laundry basket. If left for longer than a day, this can build up until more clothes are on the floor than floor space. This quickly throws the organization of your home out of the window, releasing a stressful space that is messy. Instead of following this routine, try to make a conscious effort to make sure your floor space is always tidy. Buy a larger washing basket that can hold more clothes and put it in a more convenient space, so that you can access it easily. Try to find a basket that fits the style of your interiors, this way you can place it in any room, instead of the bathroom cupboard which they often end up in. There are multi-functional laundry baskets that you can use to store anything from your clothes to room sprays and washing detergents. 

Organize your entryway

Your entryway has a big impact on the overall feel of your home. When you walk in, what is the first thing you see? Are you organized with a nice console table, shoe rack, and coat stand or is it a mess with shoes lying all over the place (this happens to all of us at one point) Set a budget to improve your entryway, ensuring it’s organized and tidy. You may need to buy some furniture, but once bought, it can make a huge difference to the organization of your home. Plus, when guests come in, it’s the first thing they see and will instantly impress them, if done properly. 

Declutter your closet 

Another part of a home that often gets messy very quickly is the closet. Full of shoes, bags, coats and other accessories, it’s very easy for this part of your home to not feel organized. Consider buying a shoe rack to keep your footwear organized and ensure you have the correct size coat hangers to stop your coats from falling on the floor. Boxes for handbags can be very useful and so too is buying special coat hangers for your scarves. 

We hope the above three tips give you some insight into how to be more organized at home. By dedicating some time to being more organized, you will quickly see the difference. What tips do you have for being more organized at home? Which of the above tips did you find most useful? Is there anything we have missed that you think we should add? Let us know in the comment box below. 

The downside of renting an apartment is that it’s way harder to decorate it. If your bathroom needs an upgrade or you want to install new flooring in the living room, there’s a high chance the landlord will say no. Especially if it’s only for aesthetic reasons! 

Don’t let this get you down – there are ways to decorate an apartment without annoying the owner. You just need to be a bit cunning, and here are some suggestions: 

Use contact paper on work surfaces & cabinets

What is contact paper? It’s a really genius tool for home decorating without making a mess or causing permanent changes. Basically, you have high-quality sheets of laminated paper that stick to surfaces and can be peeled back off. Here, you can cover kitchen counters and cabinets with them, offering a budget-friendly – and landlord-friendly – renovation. They can’t complain as you simply remove all the contact paper when you leave. If anything, it keeps their property in better condition as you protect the surfaces too! 

Try removable wallpaper

Did you know you can find removable wallpaper that sticks to your walls and peels off when you’re done with it? Yes, this is similar to contact paper, but on a much larger scale and with loads of cool designs. You get a chance to change your apartment wallpaper without actually changing it. It’ll instantly transform your rooms and you can finally bring your own style to the place. 

Cover your furniture

Now, if you live in a furnished apartment, you can’t even choose what sofa or bed to buy. You can, however, cover your furniture in throws or blankets to add a splash of color. This is extra beneficial if you live in pet-friendly apartments as it stops your pets from damaging the furniture and costing you lots of money. Pick a few furniture covers or throws that tickle your fancy and use them around the apartment to make it feel more personal to you. 

Add temporary window treatments

Turn your attention to the apartment windows if you want to do a spot of decorating. Believe it or not, you can purchase temporary blinds. They stick to your windows without any drilling required and can add a real touch of class to the place. Alternatively, you can buy things that alter the design of the window panes. They come in the form of stick-on films and can give the illusion that your window has frosted glass or other decals. 

Don’t worry if you rent an apartment and want to do some home decorating. You may be unable to fully renovate the place, but you can make some adjustments here and there. The golden rule is to avoid making permanent changes. Everything should be temporary/removable so you can leave the apartment in the same condition as you found it. This’ll ensure you put your stamp on your living space without irritating the landlord or losing out on your security deposit. Also, it means you can make multiple changes during the year – perhaps you have a new wallpaper for every season!