Everyone wants to stay organized but getting there is an uphill battle. We don’t blame you trying to keep both the indoors and the outdoors neat and clean could take a toll on anyone, nonetheless the task is doable. It may take vigilance and patience to get on track but once you do, your homestead will literally run itself.
They say your home represents your state of mind. And we back this 100% There is a lot of calmness that comes with being in a tidy environment. A clean homestead does not have to be impossible. In this post we can equip you with the tips you need to attain this state in your homestead. Here are six secrets that will ensure your homestead remains clean all the time.
Have a plan
Planning a tidying day for your homestead? Rule number one is to tackle one area at a time. To do this, you need to come up with a plan. Hodgepodge will not make things any easier, instead put your time into planning.
Organize a schedule or timetable that outlines all tasks to handle in the homestead, both indoors and outdoors. Prioritize them in terms of urgency and importance and start working on one at a time.
Declutter
With time, we all tend to gather a lot of things in the house, whether it is wrapping paper, receipt, packaging. When these things accumulate, it becomes overwhelming to organize them. Sure, there are some that you may need to hang on to, but do you really need them all.
Sort them in the ‘to keep’ and ‘not to keep’ pile. Thanks to apps and programs we now have, you can now scan important papers like receipts and throw out anything else you do not need.
Label everything
Some people may argue that since it is your home you probably know where everything goes. True, but think about it. When cooking, some of us make a huge mess of things, trying to find the proper ingredients for the cookware. In the end we are too tired to figure out where what goes where and we put them back in no order.
Employ the one-touch rule
If you ask most people most of the mess in their space is as a result of things piling up. The one touch rule on the other hand ensures you put something back to its rightful place before moving to something else. The rule puts a major dent in how clean your space is by keeping it more tidy and cutting down cleaning time significantly.
Improve efficiency with equipment
Manufacturers have made sure we have come a long way from housekeeping. Unlike before, there is much equipment we can use to optimize our cleaning and upkeep in the homestead. There are now gadgets to assist with almost every homesteading task which will make your work not only easier but also save you time better spent on something else.
From cooking, dishwashing, house cleaning, organizing and even washing. They do not have to be pricey machinery, something as simple as a heavy duty clothes rail will have tremendous rewards when you want to organize your clothes. However, before investing in anything, look at the needs of your homestead to ensure a suitable purchase.
Get everyone involved
Are you tired of picking up after the whole family? Truth is you do not have to. It takes an entire household to make a mess, so it is only fair the same applies when tidying up your space. Have everyone itch in to help out with the cleaning. You can sit down as a family and assign duties for all.
You can use chore charts and calendars to list out responsibilities for all members, the kids included. Even with school and homework, they can do their fair share. Plus side; this is a great way to nurture accountability and responsibility.
Cleaning your homestead is no longer about tidying up your space anymore. There is more to it, and once you understand the why, everything will fall into place. Keeping your homestead tidy keeps it hygienic and safe which means eliminating risk of injuries and even diseases.
With this guide, keeping a tidy homestead does not have to feel unattainable. Use these tricks to keep your homestead tidy and ensure it runs smoothly.
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