Debunking Common Decluttering Misconceptions

We acknowledge that decluttering is no piece of cake. The level of difficulty may vary from person to person. One thing for certain, though, is that everyone struggles to keep everything tidy all the time. No matter how a clean freak you are, there will come a point when you want to give up on organizing. And if you believe that there is only one way to get organized, oh boy, were you so wrong. So, stop sticking to just one method because every garage has its own needs, so for a more effective way of decluttering, one must employ a specific solution for that. Decluttering as a concept is clouded with myths and misconceptions. While there may be actual truth to them, it gives you no good to perceive them as the only truth. So, let us look at some of the most common misconceptions about decluttering.

Misconception #1: Organizing the garage is a 24/7 commitment

This is actually crazy. Imagine yourself tidying and organizing all the time. Just by thinking about it, you already feel body pains and sores, and stress clouding over your head. Being completely organized 24/7 screams unrealistic and impractical. No matter how tidy a person is, clutter will still accumulate eventually. Dust will start to form even after you have vacuumed the whole area. So, do not stress over the littlest things that may occur in your garage. Acting right away is a good mindset, but forgive yourself if you want to clean up the mess the next day. The best solution is to formulate a routine and schedule, say, every other day, or twice a week. And stick to it. If you force yourself to do the task every day even if you are feeling tired or stressed that day, facing the clutter will only add to the negative feelings that you have. If cleaning is your way of destressing, then go ahead. What we are saying is do not feel burdened when decluttering because it will only lead to frustration, which may hinder effective organizing and tidying of the garage.

Misconception #2: Decluttering only needs to be done once in a while

This misconception is kind of related to the previous one. Too often is unrealistic, while seldom means a chaotic garage. As they say, too much or too little of something is never good for yourself. Decluttering needs to be a regular, routinary kind of process. Investing time and effort regularly will lessen the burden of decluttering. Doing it once a month at least will make you feel burnt out. Having to spend hours and hours in a day cleaning will wear you out fast and will only lead to not wanting to clean ever again. Consistency is the key. Allocating at least 15 minutes a week to cleaning is manageable. Once every two weeks or a month for deep cleaning will help you maintain an organized garage.

Misconception #3: A messy person will never learn how to organize

Old habits die hard. And if you are naturally messy as a person, then there is no amount of saving that can change you–wrong. Remember, being organized is never a trait, but a skill waiting to be honed. And just like any other skill, it can be learned over time if you have the patience and willpower. The fact of the matter is–and one that is inevitable–honing a skill is not a one-night thing that will make a 180-degree turn. Learning is a process. And believe in yourself that a messy person can turn into an organized person.

Misconception #4: A garage storage system is not essential

Maintaining an organized garage may only be possible if you have storage that is effective. The way your items are properly stored in a storage will define how clean a garage will turn into. And by picking the right storage, you are always one step ahead in the cleaning process. Organizing your garage can be a daunting task. For one, you cannot simply give up your vehicle space to make way for more items to be stored on your garage floor. So, trying to fit all the stuff that you have and sharing it with your car can mean a lot of calculation and creativity. The smart solution for all your woes is installing an overhead garage storage rack. By optimizing the ceiling space and converting it into a storage space would be the perfect solution to decluttering the garage. The unused overhead space can become your haven to store important stuff that needs a new home outside your living space. One such amazing storage is the Fleximounts GR48F Basic 4′ X 8′ Overhead Garage Storage Rack. The heavy cold-rolled 14 gauge steel construction ensures long-lasting use and provides safety loading up to 600 lbs with ⅜” plywood or thicker. The high-quality screws provided in the package are thicker than industry standards and have gone through strict tests. The rack is also height adjustable to suit your needs. It can go from 22 inches to 40 inches dropdown and provides up to 105 cu. This is beyond comparable to other racks available in the market with a maximum of 33 inches ceiling drop down and a maximum of 88 cu. ft. of storage. The dimensions of the GR48F are 96 x 48 x 22-40 in. Moreover, the GR48F Basic 4′ X 8′ Overhead Garage Storage Rack offers installation practicality as it can be both for parallel and perpendicular installation. In either case, you only have to make sure that the vertical posts are 48 inches apart. If your garage’s ceiling is finished with a drywall, you can use a stud finder to locate the ceiling joists. The rack consists of four corner triangles and two frame reinforcement bars. The rack is a specially designed vertical post that allows for embedded deck mounting. And for added peace of mind and security, it has multiple mounting points for attaching the deck and frame firmly with tapping screws. This Fleximounts overhead storage rack provides space for flexibility and creativity as you can customize the color of the wooden decks or even better, recycle the old wooden boards that you have lying around the garage or lawn. But note that the recommended size is 4’x8’ and has a thickness of at least ⅜”. Also, you can opt to choose Fleximounts wire grids as a base or deck for the rack. Either way, it provides sturdy storage for all your unused and seasonal items. Do not worry about the installation as it is easy to comprehend with the installation instructions and template that go with the package. And you do not need to be a construction expert to do such a garage project.