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Lilith Hudson

7 small habit switch-ups that professional organizers swear by to keep kitchen countertops clear and clutter-free

a minimalist kitchen with no countertop appliances

Staying on top of countertop clutter can feel like a constant battle. Our kitchens are the heart of the home, and so they quickly become a sort of catchall for all those miscellaneous odds and ends that don't have a home elsewhere. Combine that with the practical purpose they serve, and our surfaces soon become overrun with stuff. 

The best way to keep counters clear in your modern kitchen? Making small but meaningful changes rather than resorting to drastic commitments. When the clutter becomes too much to bear, it's easy to think you need a total kitchen overhaul, but - as every professional organizer will tell you - it's the small changes that make the biggest difference. 

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