Consider Hilary Farr's Storage Solution To Declutter Your Home From The Inside Out

Decluttering your home is about organization but also about how you use your space. Oftentimes, there simply isn't enough room for all your belongings, and you need to figure out what to do with the nonessentials. For things you can part with, you can sell or donate them. However, there are things that you still need to hold on to. One tip Hilary Farr shares for decluttering your home is to use a storage shed. Utilizing some of your outdoor space, it moves things out so you can reclaim indoor space.

When we consider storage solutions, we typically think of indoor options and how they can be chosen to fit into the space where the storage is needed. However, this approach of outdoor storage can inspire more creative thinking. One idea is to incorporate cabinets into an outdoor kitchen or grill area or on the porch. This adds another function to these spaces, helping you really maximize all parts of your home. Another is to repurpose old furniture like dressers and bookshelves by keeping them on your patio or covered porch and storing some things in them. Choose sturdy materials like moisture-proofed wood, or rust-resistant metal. Outdoor storage is great because it can give you more space to play with and it is more relaxed in terms of style. You might be able to fit in more than one, like a shed in the backyard as well as a front porch bench with cabinets, and the solutions don't really need to match your indoor design.

When you have items that you still use but aren't frequently reaching for, an outdoor storage shed is a great way to keep them close but still out of the house. It is a middle ground between finding a space for them inside and getting a storage unit, which is one thing you have to stop doing when decluttering because it sets you up to forget things. When the unit is in your backyard however, you're more aware of the things that you have and can easily reach them or clear them out. Your shed can become home for things like holiday decorations, out-of-season clothes, extra bedding, and books.

Sheds have transformed so much that you can easily buy a readymade one or DIY it. Here's an easy storage shed you can build for less than $100. You can also use one you already have, just be ready to clean it out and organize it well to create room for your items. Another tip is to get storage solutions that fit the items you're storing. Bins are great but you might also benefit from installing other things in there like shelves for things you don't want crumpled or wardrobes to hang up clothes.