10 Summer Decluttering Projects That Will Transform Your Home

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Summer is the perfect time to declutter your home. The days are longer, the temps are too high to be outside for long and the “fresh start” vibes are in the air! Whether you’re preparing for guests, trying to reclaim your garage, or just want a more peaceful space, these 10 summer decluttering projects will help you simplify and breathe easier at home.

Sandals, flip flops, beach towels and bags quickly pile up. Clear out:

  • Shoes that don’t fit or are worn out
  • Bulky coats and outerwear left over from winter
  • Old sunscreen, broken umbrellas, stained hats and unworn sunglasses

Bonus Tip: Add labeled bins or baskets for grab – and – go summer gear.

Say goodbye to expired baking supplies and hello to fresh, light ingredients. Make space for:

  • BBQ condiments
  • Fresh fruits and veggies
  • Cool beverages and ice packs

Bonus Tip: Keep perishable fruits front and center in the fridge so your family members choose them before they go bad. You can read more about maintaining an organized pantry here.

Check your garage or shed for:

  • Broken lawn tools
  • Outgrown sports equipment
  • Duplicate or worn out gardening supplies

Bonus Tip: Store gear in clearly labeled bins or wall racks to make access easier all season long.

Time to pack away the heavy coats and boots to make space for shorts, tanks, and swimwear. Donate or toss:

  • Clothes that no longer fit
  • Items you didn’t wear last summer
  • Excess hats, bags and sandals

Bonus Tip: Utilize the “one in, one out” rule to keep summer closets streamlined. If you buy a cute summer dress that will be perfect for family events, let go of the one you bought last year and never wore.

The school year’s over – don’t let the paper clutter linger. Create a memory box and recycle the rest. Involve your kids by asking:

  • What are your three favorite pieces from this year?
  • What do you want to keep to remember this grade?
  • Which item reminds you of your favorite activities?

Bonus Tip: Limit yourself (and your kids) to one container for memories and go through past years to edit further. Many of the things that felt important in the past will fade with time.

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Summer is garage sale season – so it’s time to let go of:

  • Duplicates of unused appliances
  • Holiday decor you didn’t display last year
  • Furniture you’re storing “just in case”

Bonus Tip: Group items into sell/donate/trash categories for quick action.

Keep summer reading fun – not overwhelming. Go through bookshelves and:

  • Donate reading material you’re done with
  • Create a designated summer reading area
  • Rotate in new reads and magazines to keep things fresh and interesting

Bonus Tip: Books can be very sentimental and hard to let go off. Try to be realistic about whether keeping copies of favorite books is serving you well. If they’re leading to chaos in your home, you may be better off donating them.

Expired sunscreens? Half used lotions from last year? Toss them and make space for:

  • Fresh SPF
  • Bug spray
  • Light, summer friendly make-up

Bonus Tip: Store daily use items such as sunscreens and moisturizers in a small basket for grab and go convenience.

Rainy afternoons happen! Declutter indoor play or living areas:

  • Donate unused puzzles and games/trash anything with missing or broken pieces
  • Sort and categorize crafts and coloring books
  • Keep a “boredom buster” bin ready

Bonus Tip: Kids can easily become overwhelmed by too many choices. Packing up toys and pulling them out on rainy days will keep your kids interested and engaged.

Take advantage of vacation downtime to:

  • Delete unused apps
  • Organize summer photos into albums
  • Unsubscribe from unwanted emails

Bonus Tip: Clutter comes in all shapes and sizes and digital clutter can make you feel disorganized and flustered. Taking just half an hour to make a dent in the files that cause you stress can make a real difference when you’re online.

Decluttering doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Pick one project at a time, and by the end of summer, your home (and mind) will feel lighter and more intentional. But if you don’t have the time or bandwidth to handle these projects on your own, contact us today. We can have you sorted and enjoying the remaining summer days in peace!