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A Dad’s Guide to Decluttering
Father’s Day is June 15, and — like most people — #dads sometimes need a little help with #decluttering. Whether they’re #minimalists when it comes to extra #stuff or irrepressible #packrats, there’s always room to streamline. Of course, every dad is different. Some are juggling family, kids and career in starter homes with little space […]
TALES FROM THE CLOSET
Tales from the Closet brings you all the reading material you need to become and expert at organizing.
ORGANIZING WEBSITES
Use the list of resources below when its time to organize your things. No matter how big or small the job is, you’ll find any one of these websites helpful.
Hoarders Help
It's time to remove the emotional value from the items you never use and the ones that clutter up your home. Remove the clutter and get organizational advice.
Quick Tips
Decluttering Can Be a Great Summer Project
Summer Is a Great Time to Renovate the Kitchen
Complete Summer Outdoor Living Projects Now
Finish Painting Projects Before Summer
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Decluttering Can Be a Great Summer Project
One #household project that’s good to perform no matter what the season is #decluttering. Outdoors or indoors, rain or shine, your #home life will be healthier and less stressful if you don’t have a bunch of #junk you don’t need in the way of the #stuff that you use. Taks advantage of the warm summer weather to clean the #garage — or use a rainy day to #organize the basement. You’ll probably find lots of old #clothing, tchotchkes and other things you don’t really need that you can #donate to ClothingDonations.org. Call or click for a #free #pickup, and contribute those items to fund valuable #veterans programs! #SummerProjects
Summer Is a Great Time to Renovate the Kitchen
#Summer is a great time to do a #kitchen renovation, LifeHacker says, because you can cook food on the outdoor grill for a week or two while the new appliances go in or schedule most of the work while you’re out of town on a road trip. Other good projects to get started on now include #outdoor living renovations (to make the most of the nice weather) such as a deck and heating maintenance (so your furnace is ready when you need it most). Projects you won’t want to tackle under the hot summer sun include roofing and flooring projects. #SummerProjects
Complete Summer Outdoor Living Projects Now
Concentrate on #household projects in late spring and early #summer that will make the most of your outdoor space. #DIY a bench, deck or fire pit in a weekend and add to your home’s entertainment appeal, or build a planter or vegetable garden that will pay off with fresh food, herbs and flowers for months to come. “What’s the use of balmy weather and long summer days if you can’t hang out in your yard and have some fun?” asks This Old House. “If there’s nowhere good to sit and nothing fun to do at your house, don’t fret. Summer is the perfect time to tackle some easy DIY projects that can transform your outdoor space.” #SummerProjects
Finish Painting Projects Before Summer
Some #household projects can be complicated by the #summer #heat, says The Spruce, so tackle them now or you may have to hold off until fall. For example, it’s best to complete painting jobs before the outside air gets too hot. On indoor jobs, you’ll want to open windows for ventilation, but paint won’t dry properly if the air is too hot and humid, and relying on air conditioning to do the drying can damage HVAC units. Similarly, exterior paints and stains should be applied within a certain temperature range — generally 50°F to 85°F — to adhere properly. #SummerProjects