7 sentimental items that are just taking up space – clear out ‘maybe’ piles disguised as memories, pros say

A bed in an attic room, with layered white and rust bedding. A warm toned wicker lamp n the table beside it. A large window partially covered by a rattan blind in the background. .

We all have them – those boxes of items collecting dust because we feel guilty parting with them. However, these so-called sentimental items are taking up valuable space in our homes.

That is why professional home organizers are urging us to reframe how we see sentimental clutter and make room, both physically and emotionally, by decluttering.