10 SIMPLE STEPS TO A CLEAN BEDROOM

It’s the secret shame for so many of us out there, whether you’re a teenager or older. Even if the rest of the house is sparkling, the bedroom is where all the bad habits are found.

So, if this is a daunting task for you, don’t worry. You’re not the only one. For a printable checklist of the ten basic steps, see the bottom of the story.

This is where you get into the mindset. Get the music playing and any distractions put away. If the weather permits, open your windows wide.

1: GET INTO THE MINDSET

Now, take out the trash. If you’re in the habit of putting everything in a wastebasket, you just need to empty that.

2: TAKE THE TRASH

Here, we strip the bed. Cushions and comforters don’t need to be washed so often, but the bed linens should go in the laundry regularly.

3: STRIP THE RUBBISH

Now we deal with dirty clothes. If they’re not already in the hamper, gather them up off the floor and get them ready to wash along with the bed linens.

4: DIRTY CLOTHES

Once the floor is clear of dirty clothes, put away any clean clothes. This can also be done each day, to save you a job.

5: PUT AWAY CLEAN CLOTHES

Put away and organize any clutter. Putting books back into bookcases, putting away bags or shoes. This makes sure that everything is in its place and can be found easily.

6: ORGANIZE CLUTTER

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