Do you feel overwhelmed when you walk into your bedroom? Clothes piled on the floor, junk cluttering every surface, dust bunnies in the corners – it’s easy for this space to become a catch-all dumping ground. But getting organized doesn’t have to be a monumental task. With some small daily habits, you can transform your messy bedroom into a peaceful sanctuary.
As a professional organizer who helps women declutter and organize their homes, I know it can be done. You can do this!

Here are my top tips for organizing your messy bedroom step-by-step:
1. Declutter First
Before organizing, you need to declutter. Go through every inch of your room and decide what needs to stay and what can go. Be ruthless – if you haven’t worn it in a year, toss it. Only keep items that spark joy or serve a purpose. Donate, sell or recycle what you’re ready to part with.
2. Assign a Home for Everything
A place for everything and everything in its place. Go through your belongings and give each item a designated spot. This will make cleaning and staying organized so much easier. Use baskets, shelves, drawers and storage containers to hold items. Label them if needed.
3. Make Your Bed Daily
Such a simple habit but it makes a huge difference. Start your mornings by making your bed – it sets the tone for the day. A made bed also keeps your room looking tidy.
4. Deal with Laundry Daily
Don’t let dirty clothes pile up. Put away clean clothes right away. Have a laundry schedule, like washing darks on Mondays. A laundry sorter with sections can help organize clothes by type. Fold and put away laundry as soon as it’s dry.
5. Pick Up Daily
Do a quick tidy before bed where you put everything back in its home. Pick up stray items and trash, hang up clothes, straighten blankets. This resets the room so it’s fresh for the next day.
6. Dust and Vacuum Weekly
Dust surfaces and spot clean messes mid-week. Then do a thorough vacuum and change sheets on the weekend. Regular light cleaning keeps dirt and dust under control.
7. Purge Seasonally
Re-evaluate your belongings during seasonal changes. Summer to winter, get rid of off-season clothes you didn’t wear. Clear out old makeup and toiletries, donated unread books. Keep only your favorites.
8. Containerize Small Items
Use trays, baskets and organizers to corral small items like jewelry, accessories, office supplies. This contains the clutter and makes items easy to find. Label if needed.
9. Arrange Furniture for Flow
Position furniture to create zones for sleep, dressing, work. Allow ample walking space between pieces. Your layout should facilitate daily routines and activities.
10. Add Storage Furniture
Built-ins like closets, drawers, shelves maximize every inch. If you’re short on storage, consider a wardrobe, chest of drawers or under-bed bins. Use vertical space with shelves and hanging rods.
Most importantly, be consistent. Make your new organizing habits part of your daily routine. Over time, it will become automatic to maintain your tidy, restful oasis.
Let go of perfection – your home doesn’t have to look magazine-worthy. Organize in a way that works for your lifestyle.
With a little dedication, anyone can get their messy bedroom back in order. Just take it step by step. Start with decluttering, then establish homes for belongings. Follow up with daily tidying and regular deep cleans. In no time, you’ll have a peaceful bedroom that helps you feel relaxed and renewed.
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