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How to Reduce Waste at Home and Control Clutter

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by Mallory Knee

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How to Reduce Waste at Home and Control Clutter

We all want to return to a clean home at the end of a long day, but knowing where to begin the cleaning process can be difficult. To make the most of the process, start by reducing the amount of trash your family produces and purging your home of what you don’t need. Learn how to reduce waste at home and take a few steps closer to a cleaner, healthier home environment.

Purchase Reusable Containers

Using reusable containers is the perfect way to cut down on unnecessary trash. With tools such as reusable water bottles and lunch boxes in your arsenal, garbage will remain minimal, and all you’ll need to worry about is washing the containers for future use.

Eliminate Paper Products

Paper towels, plates, and napkins are one of the most common sources of trash in the average home. Replacing them with washable napkins and tableware can make a significant impact on how much trash you throw away. Making this switch can also help you save extra money at the store. Try eliminating your use of plastic forks, spoons, knives, and straws as well.

Only Buy What You Need

Accidentally purchasing too much of something as you make your way down the grocery store aisle is all too easy. Unfortunately, these excess products often go unused and become additional waste. To end this cycle, try tracking how much of different products your family actually uses, and only buy what you know you’ll use.

Purge What You Don’t Need

It’s important to remember that waste isn’t just comprised of daily garbage—it can also include old or broken items that can be challenging to get rid of. To make a significant impact on the state of your home, learn how to let go of these extra items in an effort to cut back on clutter.

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