Chances are, when you splashed out on that shiny new conservatory, you never imagined it would simply become somewhere to keep your clutter. So how has it that your once idyllic space has become a dumping ground?
In all fairness, it’s easily done. After all, we’re a society of shoppers, forever purchasing items we don’t really need, so it’s no surprise we’re constantly struggling for somewhere to keep our stuff!
That said, it’s a tragic waste to let your conservatory become simply a place to store belongings. That’s why we’ve put together this blog where we’ll give you tips for decluttering your space, helping you restore your conservatory to its former glory so you can remind yourself why you got it in the first place!
Sort Through Clutter
Start by sorting through the belongings that are cluttering up your space. When you start to sift through the mounds of miscellaneous items, you’ll usually find that most of it is stuff you neither need nor use. Whether you bin it or take it to the charity shop, get rid of it!
Is your conservatory packed full of furniture? If so, and your space is hardly being used, maybe it’s time to let some of it go! Getting rid of space-hogging furniture will free up your conservatory and make it more inviting.
The additional space will also mean you can do more with your conservatory, so if you’ve been thinking about turning it into a home gym or cinema, perhaps you can do just that.
Storage Boxes
Once you’ve separated the stuff you need from the stuff you don’t, it’s time to invest in some storage boxes. These will help you neatly store some of your belongings, freeing up space and immediately making your conservatory look tidier!
Storage boxes can be used for all sorts of stuff. So whether you’ve got kids’ toys, stationary or just an assortment of random items creating a mess, pop them into your storage solution and the phrase “out of sight, out of mind” will start to make a whole lot of sense!
Shelves
If you don’t have shelves installed already, now is the time to cough up your hard-earned money and purchase some! A good shelving unit will provide plenty of space for you to keep some of those items that are spoiling the aesthetic of your conservatory.
Whether it’s books left lying around, paperwork or ornaments taking up too much space, by installing shelves you can create somewhere to store these belongings.
If you’re looking for an efficient way to free up even more room, you could opt for a large shelving unit where you can keep your storage boxes, saving you double the space!
Evaluate Wardrobe
We’re going to go out on a limb here and say that there’s a good chance some of the stuff cluttering your conservatory is items of clothing. If that’s the case, this is probably a good sign that you’re holding onto too many threads!
In that case, it’s probably time to go through your wardrobe and have a look at what you wear and what you’re glad you left back in the noughties!
Styles change and so do our tastes, so if you’re taking up loads of space in your home with clothes you’re never going to wear, it’s time to take them to the charity shop where someone can make good use of them.
Plants
Plants offer beauty and vibrance to a conservatory… as long as they’re still alive, that is! If your plants are dead or in desperate need of care and attention then see to them right away as not only are they taking up valuable space but they’re probably creating a bit of an eye sore too!
So those are our top tips for decluttering a conservatory. Cast your mind black to when you first had your designer conservatory built, the excitement of getting your dream space where you were going to host guests or relax and unwind, soaking up the sunshine.
The fact it’s now become a dumping ground is a crying shame, but with a bit of TLC, you should be able to restore your space to its former glory and start enjoying it once again.