100+Easy Organizing For Your Whole Home

Discover 100 tips to organize your home and keep it tidy, creating a clutter-free living space.

Are you an organized person? If not, you’re not alone. I’m not naturally organized. Many people find organization challenging, especially those with a creative streak. If you are like me, you probably read a plethora of organizing books and tried different techniques, hoping to find a system that works for you.

People love organizing tips, whether they are great organizers or someone who loves the idea of being organized but finds it a little more challenging.

I’ve compiled over 100 organizing tips for every room in your home. Use this list as a reference to start organizing your space, and keep working on the tips that are most relevant to you.

Let’s get organized!

General Organizing Tips:

These are smart, tried, and true tips that will help to organize your whole home,

• Declutter Regularly: Go through each room regularly to remove items you no longer use. Declutter Your Home In 15 Minutes A Day is my organizing and decluttering system. It works!
• Use Clear Storage Bins: They make it easy to see what’s inside without opening them. I love this tip!
• Label Everything: Labels help everyone know where items belong. I love this tip more! HERE’S my label maker.
• Create a Cleaning Schedule: A regular cleaning schedule keeps clutter at bay. I’ve used the 30-Minute A Day Cleaning Schedule for a few decades, and it works! This is such an old post, but the content is gold!
• One In, One Out Rule: One should be removed for every new item brought in.

Kitchen

• Organize by Zones: Group similar items together (e.g., baking zone, cooking zone).
• Drawer Dividers: Use dividers to keep utensils and gadgets sorted. I use THESE.
• Lazy Susans: Perfect for pantry and fridge organization. I like THESE for cabinets and frig.
• Clear Containers: Store dry goods in clear containers to easily see what you have. I have THESE.
• Use a Spice Rack: Keep spices organized and easily accessible.

• Vertical Storage: Store cutting boards and baking sheets vertically.
• Magnetic Knife Strip: Saves drawer space and keeps knives handy. Or use a Kapoosh.
• Under-Sink Storage: Use bins and caddies for cleaning supplies.
• Clip Chips: Use bag clips to keep opened bags of chips and snacks fresh.
• See 16 No-Fail Kitchen Counter Organizing Ideas.

• Use clear glass canisters to store flour, sugar, and anything else you use often.
• Clean your sink after dinner every day.
• Shelf Risers: Double your cabinet space with shelf risers.

Living Room

• Remote Control Holder: To avoid losing remotes, keep them in one place. Put them in a decorative box or designated tray.
• Bookshelf Organization: Arrange books by category or color or another attractive arrangement.
• Cord Management: Use cord organizers to keep cables tidy.
• Magazine Rack: Use baskets or a rack to store magazines and newspapers neatly.
• Storage Ottoman: Use an ottoman with storage to hide blankets and pillows.

• Basket for Blankets: Keep blankets in a stylish basket.
• Toy Storage: Use bins or baskets to store kids’ toys.
• Coffee Table Tray: Use a tray to corral items on the coffee table.
• Wall-Mounted Shelves: Utilize wall space for extra storage.
• Use coffee and end table shelves to store things neatly.

Bedroom

• Under-Bed Storage: Use under-bed bins for off-season clothing and shoes.
• Closet Organizers: Hang organizers and bins in closets. An over-the-door shoe organizer is also useful for scarves, jewelry, and other small items.
• Bedside Caddy: Store books, glasses, and other bedtime essentials.
• Jewelry Organizer: Keep jewelry sorted and untangled.
• Drawer Organizers: Use dividers to keep clothing drawers tidy.

• Underwear and Sock Organizers: Use these organizing boxes to keep your underwear drawer neat. See one HERE.
• Hanging Shoe Organizer: A hanging shoe rack saves floor space. Or put shoes in clear plastic bins on the shelf above the clothes pole. Make sure to label the boxes.
• Nightstand with Drawers: Choose a nightstand with storage. Or stack lidded boxes or baskets on the shelf below- that’s what I do.
• Hat and Bag Hooks: Keep accessories organized with hooks.

• Small Dish: Put a small dish on your bedside tray for rings, earrings, and other small items. I have THIS ONE.
• Scarf and Belt Hangers: Use specialized hangers for scarves and belts to keep them organized and easily accessible.
• Storage Bench: Place a storage bench at the foot of your bed for extra seating and hidden storage for blankets or linens.
• Drawer Liners: Use drawer liners to keep items in place and add a decorative touch inside your drawers.
• Bedside Tray: Use a tray on your nightstand to corral smaller items like your phone, glasses, and a book.

Bathroom

• Shower Caddy: Keep shampoo and soap organized in the shower.
• Towel Hooks: Use hooks instead of bars for more towel space.
• Drawer Dividers: Keep bathroom drawers organized with dividers.
• Medicine Cabinet: Use the cabinet for small items and medicines.
• Over-the-Toilet Shelves: Utilize space above the toilet.

• Cosmetic Organizer: Keep makeup and toiletries in an organizer.
• Trash Bin: Have a small trash bin in the bathroom for convenience.
• Hair Tool Storage: Use a caddy for hair tools.
• Extra Toilet Paper Storage: Keep a basket of extra rolls handy.
• Laundry Hamper: Use a hamper for dirty clothes.

Office

• Desk Organizer: Keep pens, papers, and office supplies tidy.
• File Cabinet: Store important documents in labeled folders and a filing cabinet. I like THESE.
• Cable Management: Use clips and ties to organize cables.
• Bulletin Board: Keep important notes and reminders in view.
• Shelf Storage: Use shelves for books and office supplies.

• Magazine File Holders: Use magazine boxes to store important folders, notebooks, and other office supplies. Label the boxes. I have THESE.
• Inbox Tray: Manage incoming mail and documents daily.
• Desktop Drawer: Use a drawer for small office supplies.
• Document Scanner: Digitize important papers to reduce clutter.Wall-Mounted File Holder: Save desk space with a wall-mounted holder.

Entryway

• Shoe Basket: Keep shoes in a basket.
• Key Hook: Always know where your keys are. You can also use a dish or small tray to keep keys together.
• Coat Rack: Hang coats and bags to avoid clutter.
• Mail Organizer: Sort mail as soon as it comes in.
• Umbrella Stand: Store umbrellas neatly.

• Basket for Accessories: Store hats, gloves, and scarves. I keep mine in a small closet near the front door.
• Small Table: Use a table for a lamp, keys, and small items.
• Mirror: Hang a mirror near your front door so you can check yourself before answering the door or heading out.
• Doormat: Keep dirt at the door with a doormat.
• Pet Leash Hook: Keep pet leashes handy by the door.

Laundry Room

• Laundry Sorter: Use a sorter for whites, colors, and delicates.
• Wall-Mounted Drying Rack: Save space with a foldable drying rack.
• Shelf for Detergents: Keep detergents and supplies on a dedicated shelf, closet, or cabinet.
• Lint Bin: Have a small bin for dryer lint.
• Ironing Board Hook: Store the ironing board on a hook.

• Folding Station: Create a space for folding clothes.
• Hanging Rod: Install a rod for hanging clothes.
• Label Bins: Label bins for cleaning supplies and laundry accessories.
• Wall Cabinets: Use cabinets for extra storage space.

Garage

• Wall-Mounted Tool Rack: Keep tools organized and accessible.
• Pegboard: Use a pegboard for flexible tool storage.
• Clear Storage Bins: Store items in clear bins for easy visibility.Overhead Storage: Utilize ceiling space for bulky items.
• Label Everything: Label bins and shelves for easy identification.
• Bike Hooks: Hang bikes to save floor space.

• Garden Tool Organizer: Keep garden tools in a dedicated spot.
• Sports Equipment Bin: Use a bin for balls and sports gear.
• Ball Cap or Visor: Keep a ball cap or visor handy on hooks to grab and go.
• Birdseed: Keep birdseed in metal containers, like small garbage containers, to prevent it from attracting mice and other critters.

Miscellaneous

• Gift Wrap Station: Keep wrapping paper and supplies organized.
• Craft Supplies: Use bins and organizers for craft materials.
• First Aid Kit: Keep a well-stocked and organized first aid kit.
• Pet Supplies: Use a dedicated bin or basket for pet items.
• Games and Puzzles: Store games and puzzles in a closet organizer.

• Holiday Decorations: Store decorations in clear, labeled bins.
• Home Maintenance Binder: Keep important home documents organized.
• Seasonal Checklist: Use checklists for seasonal tasks.
• Donation Box: Keep a box for items to donate.
• Project Binder: Organize home improvement projects in a binder.

These strategies can help you organize your home and keep it that way. The key to success lies in doing a little every day and staying consistent. By making small, daily efforts and maintaining these habits, you’ll steadily create a more organized home.

Happy organizing!