Some people buy tiny homes with the idea that it would be much easier to clean. But soon, they discover that mess and clutter accumulate faster in a small area, and they find that they are spending more time cleaning their small homes rather than relaxing in it.

So how could you manage the clutter and mess in your tiny home? Here are some strategies you could use to stay organized and clutter-free.

Clean as You Go

Cleaning up after dinner, after relaxing and lounging on the sofa, or after a few drinks with friends can be a big help in maintaining the cleanliness of your apartment. Especially if you rent a furnished condominium unit, you need to keep the furniture clean and maintained well. If you find any of them damaged, it’s best to inform the owner (if you are renting) so they can replace it.

Washing the dishes immediately after a meal and throwing out the garbage can help prevent pest infestation. If you are composting your waste, make sure to cover it entirely and do it outside the house.

Don’t Buy Things You Don’t Need

Collecting things can be a hobby for some people, but if you live in a tiny home, it is a hobby you must do without. Collections take up space and could become a source of clutter, mess, and dust, so don’t start one once you move in a tiny apartment. The same goes for things that you think you will need in the future. If you are not going to use something today, it’s best not to buy it as it will only clutter your home.

Clean Everyday

Living in a tiny home means whatever mess you bring is immediately noticeable. Devote five minutes a day to vacuum the floors or dust the shelves. You can do different things every day, and you’ll find that your daily five-minute ritual has kept your home looking organized and clean.

Invest in Cleaning Equipment

It’s best to buy a powerful vacuum cleaner, a turbo power scrubber, a spray mop, and a hand duster as part of your cleaning arsenal. A powerful vacuum cleaner can suck all the dust and debris between small spaces, and a powerful scrubber could remove all kinds of grime and debris on your bathroom and kitchen walls. A spray mop makes it easier to mop small spaces, and a hand duster is the best tool to remove dust on your furniture.

De-clutter

Organize your things so that they will be placed on shelves, boxes, and stands. Buy organizers to keep wires, cables and electrical equipment stowed away. Clips, papers, notes, and even pens and pencils should be organized in drawers sothat they won’t create a mess on your desks and tables.

The most important thing to remember when you move into a tiny home is that it is a lifestyle that is minimalist and functional. If you want to live a simple life with little mess and clutter, then moving into a tiny home is one way of doing it. But you have to be organized and disciplined, so your small house won’t become a big mess.