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Portia Carroll

What to Never Tackle First When Decluttering — 'Avoid These Tasks First to Help Your Organizing Projects Succeed'

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If you’re heading for a big session of decluttering in the near future, then firstly, good for you – it can be a daunting chore and potentially quite a mission.

Motivation is half the battle when it comes to how to declutter your home, and success in your projects might be as simple as starting in the right place. According to our experts, there are some areas to avoid at the start of the process to keep that feeling of productivity peaked. Depending on the room, the clutter and the state of cleanliness, the tips below will point you in the right direction of how to begin.

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