Escape the clutter
By Donna Birch
McClatchy-Tribune News Service
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The end of the holiday season and start of the new year is often the time when people think about cutting the clutter from their lives. In fact, the National Association of Professional Organizers has designated January as Get Organized Month for the past four years.
The key to successful organizing isn't just about cleaning up a mess but maintaining order once you've done the initial purge. Those who are serious about getting organized should come at the task with a plan.
You'll need boxes or containers to use for sorting. Divide the boxes into these categories: trash, donate, keep and relocate. The relocate box is for items that belong in another room. Dump the trash box and arrange for donated items to be picked up or dropped off right away.
If you're thinking of installing a closet system, you can either hire a company or do it yourself. Warehouse stores including Home Depot and Lowe's offer an assortment of systems, from solid components to wire shelving.
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