15 Simple Swaps To Reduce Visual Clutter And Make Your Home Look More Organized

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Do you dream of your whole home looking as neat and tidy as the Pinterest rooms you save, but you just don't know where to start? It doesn't have to involve hiring professional organizers or spending an absurd amount of money. There are plenty of simple swaps and small changes you can make to reduce visual clutter that will immediately give your home a polished look. From keeping the countertops in your kitchen clean and tidy to creating a discreet drop zone in your hallway, we've got tips to reduce visual clutter around the home.

According to a HomeAdvisor survey, 50% of Americans say that a messy home makes them stressed, so knowing the easiest way to make your home more organized is crucial to your wellbeing. And removing clutter is the key. But if you're not sure where to start, or just want some simple tips that won't take weeks to implement, read on as we discover how to make your home look organized and tidy at all times.  

Lazy Susans are a kitchen's best friend — these rotating turntables are perfect for tidying jars and cans in the kitchen. They really come into their own in corner units, as they make it easy to stop losing items at the back of a cupboard, but they're also a great fit for the fridge, reducing the space that condiments take up and allowing you to easily find what you're looking for with a simple rotation rather than pulling a bunch of jars out. 

Nothing makes a home look cluttered faster than stuff scattered throughout your entryway. So, the quickest way to resolve this is to create a drop zone for your keys, sunglasses, umbrellas, and mail as you come through the door. If you've got space and good DIY skills, this DIY thin entryway table could be the perfect solution (or you could just buy a table with drawers). But perhaps you don't have a proper entryway? In this case, invest in some compartmentalized baskets near the front door to drop miscellaneous items into. 

Wires and cables lying all over the floor instantly scream visual clutter. Fortunately, there are plenty of simple ways to hide your cables and wires for a cleaner look. From simple cable boxes that hide away plugs and cables to fitting your wires under baseboards, it doesn't have to be complicated to disguise cables. And, with the number of devices we all have around the home these days, we'd also recommend investing in a docking station to keep them all looking neat and tidy, as well as charged, when not in use. 

There are some home appliances everyone should have, but with many of these being kitchen-based, your kitchen countertops can quickly become crowded and overwhelmed. While it's easy to store some appliances in cupboards, there are some essential ones that you'll want to leave out due to frequent use. To avoid multiple cables and plugs creating visual clutter, simply wind cables around the back of your appliance when it's not in use. Or, grab inexpensive gadgets, like Lancord cord organizers, to put on the side or back of appliances. Adding an appliance garage is another way to hide countertop appliances.

If you're short on space, utilizing the best over-the-door storage solutions for every space will free up a lot of room. There are multiple varieties available, designed to clear bulky items off the floor and countertops while keeping them hidden behind the door. Perhaps one of the most useful is the shoe organizer, which is ideal for those who don't have large wardrobes to store them in. Instead, hanging shoes from the back of a door instantly clears the floor and makes a room look tidier to boot. 

Many of us use extra blankets and throws on our beds or sofas to keep warm on chilly evenings. But unless you're living in an interior design spread, those blankets can quickly end up looking messy and unkempt. Fortunately, there's a really simple solution in the form of a blanket ladder. These allow you to quickly fold up the blankets when they're not in use and hang them over the ladder rungs to store them neatly. And you can also look at all the ways to style a blanket ladder for other uses around the home.

Most of us have clothes that don't need or can't be hung up in a closet, such as t-shirts or sweaters, to give a couple of examples. But most of us also fold these clothes up and stack them on top of each other in a drawer. Not only does this have a tendency to look cluttered, but it also makes it hard to find what you're looking for without messing up the whole pile. Instead, roll each item up and stack side by side. This makes it easier to see what's in the drawer.  

Following on from our last tip, it's also a great idea to give each drawer a category, as this also helps to make it easier to find items you're looking for. So, for example, you could think about dedicating a drawer to underwear and then further reducing visual clutter by arranging by color so you can find a set. Make sure you utilize one of the best space saving methods to fold underwear to fit everything into one drawer. 

One of the quickest ways to create visual clutter in the bathroom is to leave items on the sink or in the shower due to a lack of anywhere to store them. However, there are so many ways to add extra storage space in the bathroom, which will allow you to give all that clutter a permanent home. From freestanding units to utilizing the blanket ladder we've already mentioned as a towel rack, creating more storage space in your bathroom will give you an overall sleeker look. 

Coat hooks are cheap to buy and easy to install, and the benefits are immense. Place them near your front door and ensure that each family member has a hook for their bags and coats. Small space? Try the ultimate coat storage solution that's perfect for small spaces and install retractable valet hooks. Coat hooks also encourage children not to just dump their belongings on the floor after school, which immediately leads to visual clutter.  

Nothing screams visual clutter more than opening up a kitchen drawer and seeing a pile of messed up kitchen cutlery and utensils. It's impossible to find what you're looking for quickly. Drawer dividers give everything a place and make it easy to find what you're looking for. Consider adjustable dividers, so you can decide on your own layout, or, to save money, try a DIY drawer divider that will make organizing your home a breeze. 

The best hangers to keep your closet perfectly organized are slim, as they will instantly create more hanging space. It's also advisable to use matching hangers, as these will sit nicely side-by-side to create more closet space. Matching hangers also give a cohesive look to your wardrobe, which immediately helps with reducing the visual clutter of hanging clothes. 

Dish soap is one of life's necessities, but the bottles aren't very attractive and can be fairly bulky, leading to them taking up a lot of room on your kitchen sink or work surface. Instead of leaving these on show, buy a decorative bottle to decant the liquid into. Any excess can be stored under the kitchen sink. Decorative bottles don't have to be expensive, either, with plenty of options on Etsy and other craft websites. 

The space under your sink is a really useful storage spot, but it's one of the worst areas for creating visual clutter. Shoving in a mixture of cleaning sprays, soaps, sponges, and cloths can quickly lead to disarray. So, instead, utilize small storage bins, baskets, or caddies to group items together by type under the sink. This not only makes it easier to find things, but it also allows you to pull things out quickly if you need to get to the plumbing mechanisms. 

Storage ottomans are a great way to remove visual clutter in your living room, and they have the added bonus of giving you a place to rest your tired and weary feet at the end of the day. They're an ideal place to store toys, games, throws, and even remote controls, leaving your surfaces free. You could even transform some cardboard boxes into a DIY ottoman on a budget.