100+ Items to Declutter at Home

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Are you looking for ideas on what to declutter at home or in your living space? 

Do you want to have fewer items and more space available to you in your home?

Decluttering items on a regular basis in your home is always good idea.

Why is this the case? Well, items enter our homes every single day.

Sometimes we’re aware of items crossing the threshold, such as groceries and personal belongings.

And sometimes we’re puzzled as to how items arrived in our home in the first place, as is commonly the case with junk mail and free promotional items.

If we don’t keep an eye on the total amount of items entering and leaving in our home, then items can take a huge toll on our living spaces and lives.

In this post, you’ll find a collection of over 100 items for you to declutter at home.

The act of decluttering is all about helping you live your best life in the future.

As you remove items you no longer need, use, or want, you create space for what you truly need, use, or want in your life.

The process of decluttering literally frees up physical space in your environment.

You have more room to move about, interact with, and enjoy your space.

What’s more, the act of decluttering helps free up mental space.

With less items to distract your attention at any given moment, your mind has ample room to rest and relax.

As the old saying goes, this is truly a case of “Out of sight, out of mind.”

Ready to declutter your home? Let’s get started!

Tips on How to Declutter: The Easy Way

This may come as a surprise, but there’s no rule that says decluttering sessions have to be hours and hours long.

You don’t have spend half a day sorting through your belongings.

Nor do you have to slog and trudge your way through waist high piles of “stuff.”

In fact, you can make great progress clearing out your space by culling collections of items in your home.

Maybe you’ve amassed a large collection of mugs in your kitchen, but use no more than half a dozen mugs at a single time when entertaining friends.

Perhaps your sock drawer is overflowing with a mix of brand-new, old, saggy, and threadbare socks, and you’re constantly struggling to find mates to socks.

And maybe you’re tired of always having cramped bookcases or filing cabinets in your living room and home office.

The solution?

It’s as simple as choosing a single collection of items in a single area of your home…and start decluttering!

Below you’ll find a long list of items you can potentially declutter from your home.

You don’t have to declutter everything at once, or at all; just choose a line item that resonates the most with you.

Focusing on a single category will help you stay on task.

You may be surprised by the amount of items you have of one type, and will be even more motivated to streamline others items down to a more manageable amount.


Tips on How to Declutter: Types of Items to Declutter

Items that are obviously old, expired, or out of date.

For safety’s sake, it’s a good idea to remove any items that are old, expired, or out of date from your home.

You want to have a home environment that is clean, safe, and healthy for you and your loved ones.

Key examples of items that can age, expire, or become out of date are food items, makeup, bath products, coupons, medication, batteries, and so forth.

Items you no longer use.

Sometimes, we no longer use items in our homes.

Perhaps you’ve lost interest in personal and professional items, have found a superior product, find items are worn or damaged beyond repair, or are simply ready for a change of pace.

Examples can include materials related to old hobbies, sports equipment, art and craft materials, area or location-dependent items (beach items versus mountain items), old professional journals and reference materials, and so on.

Items you no longer want or need.

It’s completely normal to outgrow items you’ve purchased or acquired over the years.

Perhaps your tastes have changed, you’re tired of items taking up valuable space, or you’ve given up old habits or lifestyles.

Maybe you no longer feel an attachment to your belongings or feel like your space needs a breath of fresh air.

Some examples include a blazer that just isn’t your color or style, a pasta-making machine you dislike cleaning, or a collection of candy dishes you’ve never liked.


Items to Have on Hand When Decluttering

As you set out on your decluttering sessions, you may want to have the following items on hand.*

These items can make the decluttering process a bit easier:

  • Trash bags or bins – for all-purpose trash items
  • Plastic recycling bag or bin – for any recyclable plastics
  • Electronics bag or bin – for proper electronics recycling and/or disposal
  • Paper recycling bag or bin – for all-purpose paper recycling
  • Hazardous material bag or bin – for materials such as paints, oils, thinners, weed killers, and other hazardous or poisonous materials
  • Paper shredder – for disposing of personal and/or sensitive information

*When in doubt, check with your local municipality’s website or resident telephone help line on how to properly dispose of items in your area.


More Decluttering Tips

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Ready to begin? Choose from any one of the below line items and start decluttering!


Kitchen Decluttering

Kitchen Tools

  • Knives
  • Spatulas
  • Scrapers
  • Mixing spoons
  • Mixing bowls
  • Rolling pins
  • Cutting boards
  • Baking sheets
  • Measuring spoons
  • Measuring cups
  • One-use kitchen gadgets
  • Spoon rests
  • Small appliances
  • Scissors
  • Oven mitts
  • Aprons
  • Dish cloths
  • Sponges
  • Dish towels
  • Hand towels
  • Food storage containers

Foodstuffs

  • Spices
  • Condiments
  • Canned goods
  • Boxed goods
  • Dry goods
  • Frozen foods

Dining ware

  • Forks
  • Knives
  • Spoons
  • Mugs
  • Bowls
  • Plates
  • Drinking glasses
  • Serving trays
  • Serving utensils
  • Teapots
  • Trivets

Bathroom Decluttering

Hand and Body Care

  • Deodorants
  • Perfumes
  • Colognes
  • Hand soaps
  • Hand lotions
  • Body soaps
  • Shower gels
  • Body lotions
  • Shaving creams
  • Bath salts or soaks
  • Bubble baths
  • Sunblocks
  • Razors

Haircare items

  • Combs
  • Brushes
  • Hair scissors
  • Hair accessories (elastics, barrettes, headbands, clips, ribbons, bobby pins)
  • Hair care products (shampoos, conditioners, leave-in conditioners)
  • Hair styling products  (gels, mousses, pomades, sprays)
  • Hair color or tints
  • Hair dryers
  • Hair curlers
  • Flat irons

Makeup items

  • Lipsticks
  • Lip gloss
  • Lip balms
  • Lip liners
  • Mascaras
  • Eye shadows
  • Eye liners
  • Foundations
  • Blushes
  • Bronzers
  • Concealer
  • Powders
  • Facial moisturizers
  • Toners
  • Makeup brushes
  • Makeup tools
  • Mirrors

Health and First Aid Items

  • Medication
  • Vitamins
  • Toothbrushes
  • Toothpaste
  • Dental floss
  • Rubbing alcohol
  • Witch hazel
  • Hydrogen peroxide
  • Adesive bandages
  • Antibacterial ointment and sprays
  • Gauze
  • Cotton balls and pads
  • Cotton swabs
  • Baby wipes
  • Hand wipes
  • Hand sanitizer

Bath Accessories

  • Shower caps
  • Bath pillows
  • Hot water bottles
  • Pumice stones
  • Bath and shower poufs
  • Bath brushes
  • Children’s bath toys
  • Travel-size bath products

Bath Linens

  • Hand towels
  • Bath towels
  • Wash cloths
  • Bath robes
  • Bathmats
  • Shower curtains

Nail and Hand Care

  • Nail scissors or trimmers
  • Cuticle trimmers
  • Emery boards
  • Nail polishes
  • Nail polish removers
  • Nail buffers

Bathroom Cleaning Products

  • Toilet brushes
  • Sponges
  • Gloves
  • Buckets
  • Plungers
  • Cleaning powders, gels, and liquids

Bedroom Decluttering

Clothes Closet

  • T-shirts
  • Dress shirts
  • Blouses
  • Sweaters
  • Vests
  • Dresses
  • Dress slacks
  • Casual slacks
  • Jeans
  • Shorts
  • Pajamas
  • Nightgowns
  • Slippers
  • Dressing gowns
  • Coats
  • Jackets
  • Boots
  • Dress shoes
  • High heels
  • Sneakers
  • Sandals
  • Flip flops
  • Shape wear
  • Full slips
  • Half slips
  • Boxers
  • Bras
  • Panties
  • Briefs
  • Long underwear
  • Socks
  • Pantyhose
  • Belts
  • Scarves
  • Neckties
  • Purses
  • Handbags
  • Wallets
  • Backpacks
  • Briefcases
  • Hats
  • Gloves
  • Glasses
  • Reading glasses
  • Sunglasses

Jewelry

  • Bracelets
  • Necklaces
  • Rings
  • Earrings
  • Brooches
  • Pins
  • Tie pins
  • Cufflinks
  • Shirt stays
  • Watches

Bed Linens

  • Mattress pads
  • Bed sheets
  • Fitted sheets
  • Pillowcases
  • Comforters
  • Blankets
  • Duvets
  • Pillows

Living Room Decluttering

General Items

  • Pillows
  • Throw blankets
  • Books
  • Magazines
  • Journals
  • Pens
  • Notebooks
  • Figurines
  • Photos
  • Lamps
  • Chairs
  • House plants

Electronic Equipment

  • Remote controls
  • Televisions
  • Radios
  • Stereos
  • DVDs
  • CDs
  • Cassettes
  • Records
  • Headphones
  • Batteries
  • Chargers
  • Cords

Home Office

  • Paper Materials
  • Books
  • Magazines
  • Newspapers
  • Journals
  • Paper files

Office Supplies

  • Pens
  • Pencils
  • Markers
  • Notepads
  • Notebooks
  • Rulers
  • Scissors
  • Erasers
  • Envelopes
  • Printing paper
  • Toner cartridges

Children’s Items Decluttering

Playtime items

  • Picture books
  • Coloring books
  • Crayons
  • Markers
  • Finger paints
  • Watercolor paints
  • Craft materials
  • Easels
  • Art paper
  • Toys
  • Accessories
  • Dolls
  • Stuffed animals
  • Puzzles
  • Board games
  • Electronic toys
  • Outdoor toys

Clothing and Linens

  • Dress clothing
  • Outerwear
  • Pajamas
  • Sleepwear
  • Shoes
  • Bed linens

Baby Care 

  • Changing tables
  • Strollers
  • Carseats
  • Diaper bags
  • Bottles
  • Sippy cups

Pet Care Decluttering

  • Food bowls
  • Water bowls
  • Pet furniture
  • Dog toys
  • Cat toys

How about you? What items are you most looking forward to decluttering in your home? Join the conversation and leave a comment below!

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