October is the ideal time to declutter and reorganise your home instead of waiting for Spring.Â
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It offers a productive way to spend those rainy weekends while also creating extra space just in time for Christmas.
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Whether you need additional cupboard space to hide presents, room for seasonal décor, or want to transform storage areas—like your porch—into more visually appealing spaces, now is the perfect moment to get started.
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Slat panels are the perfect material for DIY hidden cupboards or makeover any room, as they are so easy to install.
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In this blog, we’ll explore various budget-friendly techniques and ideas to help you create a more organised home.
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Donating Toys in time for DecemberÂ
December is an ideal time to sort through your children’s unwanted toys before Christmas, rather than waiting until after the holiday to make a trip to the charity shop. This idea gained traction online after a charity shop worker shared her wish for people to declutter old toys in the weeks leading up to Christmas, as there is very rarely anything donated just before December 25th.
By donating toys, you will not only create space in your home but also ensure that families searching for Christmas gifts have plenty of options to choose from.
Transforming Your Porch Space
The porch in any home is often overlooked, especially in the winter when it becomes a place for muddy shoe prints, discarded umbrellas, and a hoard of outdoor coats belonging to various family members.
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It’s a space that we all quickly bypass and use for storage, even though it’s the first impression guests have of your home and the first thing that greets us every time we open the front door.
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With just a few simple tweaks, you can transform your porch into a more welcoming environment. Start by adding extra coat hooks for easy access to jackets and bags, a designated umbrella holder to keep things tidy on rainy days, and shoe racks to prevent the floor from becoming a swarm of shoes.
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Consider incorporating some inviting seating to create a warm atmosphere, adding potted plants or seasonal decorations to make your porch a pleasant entryway for you and your guests.
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The walls of your porch can significantly impact the overall ambiance of the space, serving as an extension of your home's interior. By selecting a colour palette, texture, or style that harmonises with the rest of your home, you can create a cohesive look that flows seamlessly throughout.
We have attached some pictures of how de-cluttering to then have the space to makeover your chosen room, really can create a whole new look using slat panels. The room where the door was always kept closed, will now proudly remain open for all to see and enjoy.Â
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Satisfaction, helping others, whilst concluding with a stunning, new room for all to admire. A weekend set for a makeover whilst being mindful of giving to others.
