🧹 How to Declutter Fast with These 5 Storage Hacks

🧹 How to Declutter Fast with These 5 Storage Hacks

(Because Sometimes You Just Can’t Look at That Junk Drawer Anymore)

Let’s face it—decluttering sounds easy in theory. But when you're staring down a garage full of half-empty paint cans, tangled extension cords, and that random chair leg you swear you'll fix one day… it gets overwhelming, fast.

We’re not here to shame the mess (we’ve seen our own garage, remember?). We’re here to share 5 fast, no-fluff storage hacks to help you declutter quickly—and actually enjoy the space you're in again.

Let’s go. Deep breaths. We’ve got this.


šŸ’” Hack 1: The ā€œKeep, Donate, Binā€ Blitz

Oldest trick in the book—but it works.

Set up three bins or boxes:
āœ”ļø Keep – Stuff you use and love
šŸ“¦ Donate – Stuff that’s in good nick but you don’t need
šŸ—‘ļø Bin – Trash (you know the ones)

Put on some music, set a 30-minute timer, and go full Marie Kondo on that shelf, drawer, or corner.

āœ… Pro tip: Don’t start with sentimental stuff. Declutter your ā€œjunk drawerā€ or tool shelf first for an easy win.


šŸ’” Hack 2: Go Clear or Go Home

Visibility = sanity.

Clear storage bins mean you can see exactly what’s inside without digging through twelve identical boxes labelled ā€œmisc.ā€

Pair that with bold, visible labels and your future self will thank you.

🧺 Try our Clear Stackable Storage Bins for everything from art supplies to power cords. Neat, stackable, and satisfyingly see-through.


šŸ’” Hack 3: Hooks Are Your Best Friend

You know what's better than tripping over a broom for the fourth time this week? Not tripping over it.

Use heavy-duty wall hooks to get stuff off the floor and onto the walls. Think: tools, sports gear, backpacks, garden hoses.

šŸ› ļø Our Garage Wall Hook Set holds everything from power drills to scooters. Seriously strong. Surprisingly satisfying to install.


šŸ’” Hack 4: Group It, Don’t Scatter It

Want to feel instantly more organised? Group like-items together.
Camping gear in one bin. Cleaning supplies in one caddy. Cables in one container (with labels please, not mystery tangles).

This gives everything a home—and makes finding it later not a mini treasure hunt.

🧠 Pro move: Use shelf dividers or drawer inserts so stuff doesn’t migrate and mingle.


šŸ’” Hack 5: One Touch Rule (a.k.a. No ā€œI’ll Just Put This Here for Nowā€)

If you pick something up—put it in its proper place right away.
Sounds small. Feels small. But it’s a total game-changer.

You don’t need to be perfect. Just be a bit more ruthless with the ā€œdon’t dump it, deal with itā€ mindset. Works wonders.


šŸ’¬ Real Talk From Our Team

We’re not writing this from a perfectly curated storage showroom.
We’re right in the thick of it—finding better systems, testing out our own products, and yes, still occasionally losing the tape measure.

The difference now? We’re using the right gear—and it’s making a huge difference.


šŸ›ļø Featured Smart Storage AU Faves:


āœ… Final Word

Decluttering doesn’t have to be a drawn-out, exhausting thing. With the right hacks and smart tools, you can make real progress in under an hour—and keep your space feeling lighter, cleaner, and more under control.

We’re on this ride too—and we’re cheering you on.
Now go on—set that timer and let the magic happen ✨

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Love

Trav & Lou

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