Barratt and David Wilson Homes reveal top tips for decluttering your space as 2025 gets underway

If you’re having a clear out as the new year gets underway, we’ve got some tips for you.

For some, the new year sparks a new beginning, and the vision of a well-organised, clutter-free home may be high on the list of priorities for many.

In collaboration with The Declutter Hub, Barratt and David Wilson Homes have compiled a list of top tips to help Lincolnshire residents put their best foot forward - here’s what they had to say:

Take it easy

The group says that clutter accumulates quickly and is far harder to get rid of, so residents shouldn’t expect it to disappear overnight.

If things take longer than first thought, it’s okay, the trick is not to berate themselves and celebrate even the small victories to help boost a positive mental attitude.

Set goals

The company believes the biggest mistake most make is jumping headlong into a project without a plan for the outcome.

Taking time to vision the big picture whether the project is turning a dumping room into a home office, or simply making space in a wardrobe is crucial.

Keeping that vision firmly planted in their heads while carrying out the project is another great way to stay motivated.

Start small, one cupboard at a time

When tackling a project, homeowners might want to think about their energy levels, how much time they have and what other tasks might come their way.

They may need to make sure to declutter when their energy is at its best.

For example, if they’re not a morning person, leave the decluttering to later in the day.

Also, they need to break it down - one hour at a time works for many but there is no need to overdo it.

Build up decluttering muscle

Starting with easier, less emotional rooms like a kitchen, bathroom or linen cupboard can be beneficial.

There may still be some tricky items that are harder to let go of, but normally these rooms are more straightforward.

Once the decluttering muscle has started to flex, it’s easier to move onto more tricky categories like books, paperwork and sentimental items.

Incorporate daily resets

Every day, sometimes several times a day, everyone will need to reset.

A morning reset and an evening reset are essential and the more they’re done, the less time they take.

A reset is a combination of tidying and cleaning and includes a list of non-negotiables.

Non-negotiables might be putting on one load of laundry a day, wiping down work surfaces, unloading the dishwasher, and sweeping the floor.

Everyone’s non-negotiables are different, but they need to be just that - not negotiable

Once resets become a habit, chores become part of daily life and not an additional stress.

Are you having a clear out? What are your top tips? Share them in the comments below.