100 Items To Declutter From Your Home

If your home feels a little heavier than it used to, you’re not alone. Clutter has a way of sneaking in quietly, through closets, junk drawers, kids’ toys, kitchen cabinets, and all the “I’ll deal with it later” piles. The good news? Clearing space doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Sometimes all it takes is a simple list to help you get started. That’s why I’ve created this helpful guide of 100 items you can declutter from your home today. These are everyday things we tend to hold onto without realizing how much space they take up. With each unnecessary item you remove, you gain a little more breathing room, a little more peace, and a lot more simplicity. Let’s free up your home and make room for what truly matters.

Descriptions for All 100 Items to Declutter

Kitchen

1. Expired food: Takes up valuable pantry and fridge space and can be unsafe to eat.
2. Duplicate spatulas: Extra utensils crowd drawers and make it harder to find what you need.
3. Old plastic containers without lids: Useless without matching pieces and a source of clutter.
4. Lids without containers: The other half of the lost-container problem. Tupperware Containers
5. Chipped plates or cups: Can harbor bacteria and look worn.
6. Unused small appliances: If you haven’t used it in a year, you likely never will.
7. Excess water bottles: These multiply fast and eat up cabinet space.
8. Takeout sauce packets: They pile up more quickly than you realize and often expire.
9. Old dish towels: Stained or threadbare towels add visual clutter.
10. Stained oven mitts: Worn-out mitts are both unsightly and unsafe. Oven Mitts
11. Outdated spices: lose flavor over time, making cooking less enjoyable.
12. Single-use gadgets you don’t use: Niche tools often sit forgotten in drawers.
13. Extra mugs: Everyone has more than they realistically need.
14. Rusty baking pans: hard to clean and no longer food-safe. Cookie Sheets
15. Excess shopping bags: Plastic and paper bags accumulate faster than you can use them.

Living Room

16. Old magazines: Outdated reading material that collects dust.
17. DVDs you no longer watch: Streaming has replaced physical discs for many people.
18. Remote controls for devices you no longer own: Unnecessary clutter.
19. Worn-out throw pillows: Make a space look tired and dated.
20. Old candles: Half-burned candles rarely get used again.
21. Board games with missing pieces: No longer playable or fun. Monopoly Board Game
22. Décor you don’t love: Takes up space without adding joy.
23. Books you’ll never reread: Freeing up shelf space feels refreshing.
24. Dead plants: A simple toss instantly brightens a room.
25. Extra blankets: Keep only what you actually use.

Bedroom

26. Clothing that no longer fits: Creates closet overwhelm and frustration.
27. Worn-out socks: Holes and stretched-out pairs take up drawer space.
28. Broken jewelry: If you’re not going to repair it, it’s not worth keeping.
29. Empty shoe boxes: Often saved “just in case” but rarely needed.
30. Purses you never use: Bulk up your closet without purpose.
31. Old belts: If cracked or unused, they’re simply taking up space.
32. Extra hangers: Bent or mismatched hangers contribute to a cluttered look.
33. Sheets with holes: Damaged linens aren’t worth storing. Consider making them into wash rags.
34. Worn-out slippers: Flat, torn, or ignored footwear needs to go.
35. Accessories you don’t wear: Scarves, hats, and belts that sit unused.

Bathroom

36. Expired medicine: Unsafe to use and clogs cabinets.
37. Old makeup: Can cause irritation or breakouts once expired.
38. Dried-up nail polish: No longer usable and takes up space.
39. Extra hotel toiletry bottles: Often untouched and unnecessary.
40. Worn-out hair ties: Stretched or broken ones are useless.
41. Broken hair tools: Irons, dryers, or brushes that no longer work.
42. Expired sunscreen: Loses effectiveness and shouldn’t be used.
43. Old razors: Rusty or dull blades take up room and aren’t safe.
44. Almost-empty product bottles: Lingering clutter that’s easy to toss.
45. Stretched-out washcloths: No longer soft or practical.

Office

46. Pens that don’t write: Test and toss to instantly reduce drawer junk.
47. Old receipts: Most receipts can be digitized or discarded.
48. Outdated paperwork: Free up filing space by shredding what’s no longer needed.
49. Broken office supplies: Cracked scissors or empty tape dispensers are useless.
50. Extra phone chargers: Keep one or two and donate the rest.
51. Duplicated computer cables: Most people only need a few essential cords.
52. Empty notebooks: If you haven’t used them in years, you likely won’t.
53. Old calendars: Take up drawer space for no reason.
54. Business cards you don’t need: Digitize or recycle them.
55. Manuals for products you no longer own: Recycle these immediately.

Kids’ Items

56. Toys they’ve outgrown: Clear space for what fits their current age.
57. Broken crayons: Crumbs and small pieces create a mess.
58. Puzzles with missing pieces: Impossible to complete.
59. Books they’ve outgrown: Donate to make room for new reading levels.
60. Old craft supplies: Dried glue, scraps, and half-used kits.
61. Kids’ artwork you don’t need to keep: Save favorites, recycle the rest.
62. Stained baby clothes: Not worth storing or passing down.
63. Duplicate toys: Extras that never get played with.
64. Outgrown shoes: Kids‘ sizes outgrow them, so don’t store unnecessary pairs.
65. Extra stuffed animals: These multiply fast and overwhelm rooms.

Closets & Storage

66. Old pillows: Lose shape and collect allergens.
67. Holiday décor you never use: Free up attic or garage space.
68. Extra bedding: Keep only the sets you actually rotate.
69. Luggage you don’t use: Bulky items that often sit untouched.
70. Old cell phones: donate or recycle responsibly.
71. Random cords and chargers: If you don’t know where they go, let them go.
72. Burned-out candles: The waxy leftovers sit in storage.
73. Gift bags you’ll never reuse: Keep a few favorites, recycle the rest.
74. Old paint cans: Dispose of dried-up or useless leftovers.
75. Broken tools: if they’re beyond repair, they’re clutter.

Garage

76. Flat sports balls: Often not worth repairing.
77. Old gardening gloves: Torn or cracked ones aren’t helpful.
78. Rusty tools: Unsafe and not practical.
79. Dried paint brushes: Hardened brushes can’t be used again.
80. Extra car-cleaning products: Empty or outdated bottles sit on shelves.
81. Broken outdoor toys: Take up space and rarely get fixed.
82. Duplicate yard tools: Keep only what you use regularly.
83. Old propane tanks: a safety hazard and an unnecessary storage burden.
84. Worn-out coolers: Cracked or leaky coolers need to go.
85. Empty boxes waiting for “someday”: Recycle unless you have a specific need.

Miscellaneous

86. Old greeting cards: Keep only the truly sentimental ones.
87. Broken picture frames: If you haven’t fixed them yet, you likely won’t.
88. Duplicate blankets: Too many textiles take up valuable storage.
89. Old luggage tags: Outdated travel accessories that add clutter.
90. Keychains you don’t use: Small but unnecessary items.
91. Dead batteries: Recycle them properly to free up drawer space.
92. Electronics you no longer use: Donate or recycle to reduce e-waste.
93. Pet supplies from past pets: Emotional, but unnecessary to keep.
94. Random knick-knacks: Dust-collecting items without meaning or purpose.
95. Frayed extension cords: Unsafe and should be discarded.
96. Old planners: Outdated calendars fill shelves.
97. Duplicated household tools: Keep your best versions and let the rest go.
98. Water-damaged books: Can harbor mold and are rarely salvageable.
99. Souvenirs you don’t care about: Sentimental clutter without actual value.
100. Anything you keep “just in case”: These items often never get used and weigh down your space.

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Final Word

Decluttering your home doesn’t happen all at once; it happens one small decision at a time. Whether you tackle just a few items from this list or work your way through all 100, every step you take brings more clarity, more space, and more peace into your home. Remember, letting go isn’t about losing things; it’s about gaining room for what truly matters. With each drawer you simplify and each shelf you free up, you’re creating a home that supports your life rather than overwhelms it. Start small, stay consistent, and celebrate your progress as you go. You deserve a home that feels calm, organized, and truly yours. May God bless this world, Linda

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