3 Tips for Downsizing
Are you moving to a smaller home to cut costs? Or does your home have more space than you need? Whatever the case is, make sure it is still a home that fits your lifestyle and wants! But if it means moving into a smaller space, it can be difficult to manage when you are used to having much more square footage. Here are some tips to make downsizing easier!
Only Keep Pieces That Have a Purpose
A good rule of thumb is to keep furniture pieces or appliances you have used in the last 6 months.
The pieces you choose to keep must have a purpose when you have such limited space. A good rule of thumb is to keep furniture pieces or appliances you have used in the last 6 months. This means examining what you need and removing unnecessary clutter! Before you even start moving, do an inventory of your belongings and check to see if you have unneeded duplicate items or decor pieces. Only after you have identified your essentials should you begin considering things that you “want but don’t need.”
Invest in Multifunctional Furniture
Getting pieces with multiple functions will save you a lot of space and money - even if they’re more expensive […]
When you have a small space, multipurpose furniture is a must. Getting pieces with multiple functions will save you a lot of space and money - even if they’re more expensive than the pieces you currently have! From shelves that can turn into desks to ottomans that have hidden extra storage, these pieces will allow you to utilize all the space that you have available to you. Instead of trying to squeeze all the furniture pieces, you need into one room, look for pieces that combine some of the functions you need into one.
Make the Most Out of Your Space
When moving into a smaller house, you must utilize the space given to you strategically.
Take advantage of hidden storage or wall space. When moving into a smaller house, you must utilize the space given to you strategically. There is not enough space to place big furniture pieces in the middle of a room or have extra bulky dressers for storage. For storage, look into built-in options - especially options that are higher on your wall (overhead). This will clean up your space by allowing you to organize your items within the home itself. If you can renovate, consider removing walls that close off spaces and try an open concept. The layout can create space where it previously did not exist!
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