Professional organizer shares important tips on how YOU can keep your house clutter-free

It’s certainly easy for your house or apartment to become cluttered.

People often have a hard time parting ways with stuff, so things they don’t really need or use anymore start to build up over time.

But according to professional organizer Tor Rydder, there are a few simple things that you can do to get your home back in order.

Tor, a popular YouTuber from Norway who has gained more than 19,000 subscribers for often sharing his tips on organization, recently spoke exclusively to DailyMail.com about the easy steps that you can take to de-clutter your living space.

According to the pro, you can avoid mayhem in your home by spending just 30 minutes a week on sorting.

He dished on the easy steps that you can take to get your living space back in order by spending just 30 minutes a week on sorting (stock image)

He also stressed the importance of finding the storage equipment that works best for you.

In addition, he recommended against keeping things in case you need a ‘spare’ when replacing them with newer versions.

From making sure everything has a designated spot to not buying things unless you know where you’re going to store them, here are all the ways you can de-clutter your home, according to organization professional Tor.

Don’t let it build up: Taking just 30 minutes each week to assess your clutter can make it feel a lot less overwhelming

Tor explained that stuff can build up quickly, but breaking it down by area will stop it from feeling like an enormous task (stock image)

According to Tor, taking just 30 minutes each week to ‘assess your clutter’ can help prevent things from getting out of hand. 

Tor recommended thinking about what you really need and what you don’t need, and throw away or donate the things that have no use

He explained that stuff around your house can build up quickly, but if you spend a small amount of time once a week to think about what you really need and what you don’t – it will stop it from feeling like an enormous task. 

‘A lot of the time we see clutter build up because we simply don’t notice it – we buy small things every now and then – and it will eventually become quite a lot of clutter,’ he said. ‘This is why it is important to assess what you have in your house.’

And if you do feel overwhelmed and don’t know where to start, he recommended focusing on one specific area or room at a time.

‘Simply take 30 minutes each week on a specific area or room in your house, and go through everything you see, every drawer and cupboard, and assess whether you need what you have or if it is clutter,’ he suggested. 

‘You can then separate what you think is clutter, and throw it away or donate it.’

Practice the ‘one in, one out’ rule: Any time you replace an old item, make sure you throw it out and don’t keep it as a ‘spare’

Tor pointed out that people often have a hard time parting ways with old stuff – and even when they replace them, they tend to keep the older version as a ‘spare’

He uses the ‘one in, one out’ rule, which means you must get rid of the old item when you buy a new version (stock image)

People often have a hard time parting ways with old stuff – and even when they replace them, they tend to keep the older version as a ‘spare.’

But Tor uses the ‘one in, one out’ rule, which means you must get rid of the old item when you buy a new version.

This is an easy way to prevent clutter from forming in your house and eliminate things that are no longer needed.

‘The one-in, one-out policy is a great one for reducing clutter,’ he said. 

‘A lot of clutter builds up from buying something new that you already have, but keeping the old one. 

‘For example, if you are buying a new spatula for your kitchen that is a better material than your old one, it could be tempting to keep the old one around just so you have a spare, but if you do this with every utensil in the kitchen, you then have a cluttered kitchen. 

‘Getting rid of the old when you buy new stops the clutter before it has even begun.’

Everything should have its own place: Having certain spots for things will help you stay organized and find them when needed 

Tor explained that every thing in your house should have its own place because having certain spots for things will help you stay organized and find things when you need them (stock image)

Tor explained that every thing in your house should have its own place because having certain spots for things will help you stay organized and find things when you need them.

He said that clutter often occurs when things that are used ‘regularly’ don’t have designated spots to store them

‘Organization is the key to preventing clutter. If something has its uses in your life it should have its own place where you know it is,’ he explained. 

‘For instance, the cutlery will be kept in the cutlery drawer, and if you need cutlery then you know where to find it and where it belongs.’

He added that clutter often occurs when things that are used ‘regularly’ don’t have designated spots to store them. 

‘A common example of this is when you come home and chuck your car keys on any old surface, then do the same with mail, your wallet, etc.,’ he continued.

‘It will eventually become a cluttered area. If everything has its place and is kept there, you will avoid this clutter.’

Think ahead: When purchasing something knew, plan in advance about where it will go

When buying new things, Tor recommended having a clear place in mind about where you’re going to store them before making the purchase

And if you can’t think of a spot for the new item in your home, Tor said it’s probably best not to buy it (stock image)

When buying new things, Tor recommended having a clear place in mind about where you’re going to store them before making the purchase.

And if you can’t think of a spot for the new item in your home, it’s probably best not to buy it. 

‘This is a very important step for shopaholics that want to stop cluttering,’ he told DailyMail.com. 

‘When you’re out and you see something you like, before you buy it, think about where it’ll go.

‘If you can think of a space in your house that it can go, this could be a shelf, a drawer, or anywhere that it wouldn’t be clutter, then go ahead. 

‘But if you can’t think of anywhere, put off buying it until you can either make space by removing something or find space that wouldn’t cause clutter.’

Use the right storage equipment: A good set of bins can make all the difference

According to Tor, a good set of storage bins or shelves can make all the difference when keeping your house organized (stock image)

According to Tor, a good set of storage bins or shelves can make all the difference when keeping your house organized.

‘There are two things that cause clutter, too many things you don’t need or not enough storage for the things you do need,’ he shared. 

‘If it’s the latter then you need to think about what storage solutions are right for you. 

‘Storage will depend on the space that you have, and your aesthetic tastes. For example, if you don’t have a lot of room then high shelves may be what’s best for your space.

‘However, if you don’t like the aesthetic of having things on show, then a vertical set of drawers might be better.’